Bluesound BCS300 – PoE+ Plenum-Rated Network Streaming Ceiling Speaker

Product Overview

The Bluesound Professional BCS300 is a PoE+-powered, plenum-rated in-ceiling network streaming speaker with an integrated BluOS player and amplifier, designed as a decentralized streaming solution for commercial AV installations that require discrete ceiling audio without a central rack. UL 2043 plenum-rated, it is fully certified for commercial construction in air-handling ceiling spaces. A single ethernet cable provides both PoE+ power and network audio connectivity, and the flush-mount design blends into standard ceiling environments. The optional pendant kit allows it to be suspended as a hanging fixture where ceiling mounting is not available at standard height.

Product Description

The BCS300 eliminates the AV rack from individual room deployments — with BluOS streaming and amplification built into the ceiling speaker itself, each room is a self-contained zone requiring only a PoE+ ethernet drop. This decentralized approach simplifies the system architecture for multi-room commercial builds and reduces the cost of routing amplifier speaker wiring from a central rack to each zone. The 3.5-inch LF driver and 1-inch HF tweeter cover 45Hz–20kHz with a maximum SPL of 102dB (PoE+) and 23W of system power, suitable for private offices, hotel rooms, small conference rooms, and retail zones.

The BCS300 integrates with commercial music services — SoundMachine, Custom Channels, QSIC, SiriusXM for Business, and Tunify — alongside Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, and internet radio. Hi-res audio to 192kHz/24-bit and MQA content are supported. Two or more BCS300 units can be stereo-paired or grouped with any BluOS device on the network. A white magnetic grille is included; an optional black grille is available. The optional pendant kit transforms the BCS300 into a suspended pendant fixture for exposed-ceiling applications. Control4, Crestron, RTI, URC, QSYS, ELAN, and Lutron integration is supported.

Key Features

• UL 2043 Plenum-Rated — Fully certified for installation in air-handling ceiling spaces, meeting commercial construction code requirements for plenum-rated audio equipment.
• PoE+ Single-Cable Installation — One Cat5e/6 ethernet cable delivers PoE+ power and network audio; no AC outlet or amplifier speaker wiring required at each location.
• Decentralized Architecture — Integrated streamer and amplifier eliminate the need for a central audio rack per room, simplifying multi-room commercial system design.
• 3.5-Inch LF and 1-Inch HF Drivers — 45Hz–20kHz, 23W, 102dB max SPL (PoE+), 0.030% THD+N for clear commercial ceiling audio.
• Pendant Kit Compatible — Optional pendant kit allows suspended hanging configuration for exposed ceilings and high ceiling environments where a lower listening height is needed.
• Flush Mount with Only 5-Inch Depth — Slim profile requires minimal ceiling plenum depth for installation in tight ceiling cavities.
• Integrated BluOS Streaming — Streams SoundMachine, QSIC, SiriusXM for Business, Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, and internet radio; no separate player needed.
• Hi-Res to 192kHz/24-bit — FLAC, WAV, AIFF, MQA, MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, ALAC supported.
• Magnetic Grille — White magnetic grille included; optional black grille available for dark-ceiling aesthetics.
• Control System Integration — Control4, Crestron, RTI, URC, QSYS, ELAN, and Lutron supported.

Typical Applications

• Private offices and corporate open-plan spaces requiring discrete ceiling audio
• Hotel guest rooms and hospitality suites with in-ceiling streaming
• Small conference rooms and boardrooms using decentralized zone audio
• Retail environments with plenum ceiling construction
• Restaurant dining rooms and hospitality venues
• Multi-purpose rooms and all-hands spaces
• Exposed-ceiling environments using the optional pendant configuration

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BCS300 plenum-rated for commercial construction?

Yes. The BCS300 carries a UL 2043 plenum rating, fully certifying it for installation in air-handling ceiling spaces as required by commercial building codes in North America.

Does the BCS300 require a separate amplifier or streaming device?

No. The BCS300 is a fully self-contained streaming speaker — it includes an integrated BluOS player and amplifier. Only a PoE+ ethernet connection is required for each speaker.

How does the pendant kit work with the BCS300?

The optional pendant kit (available in black or white) installs around the BCS300 to create a hanging pendant fixture. This is suitable for environments with exposed or high ceilings where bringing audio closer to the listening height improves coverage.

Can the BCS300 be stereo-paired?

Yes. Two or more BCS300 units can be paired in stereo or grouped in a multi-speaker configuration, managed through the BluOS Controller app or a third-party control system.

Does the BCS300 work with the BCS250 passive ceiling speaker?

The BCS300 is a self-powered streaming speaker; the BCS250 is a passive speaker requiring an external amplifier such as the B170S. Both are part of the Bluesound Professional BCS ceiling speaker range and are designed for complementary use in larger deployments.

What is the warranty on the BCS300?

Bluesound Professional products are backed by a manufacturer warranty. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for current warranty terms.