Soundtube SS30 Parabolic Secret Sound Speaker

Product Overview

The SoundTube SS30 Parabolic Secret Sound® Speaker is a museum-quality directional audio system that projects a precisely focused beam of sound onto any exhibit, display, or listening zone without disturbing adjacent areas. Designed by museum audio professionals and in continuous use by major institutions worldwide since 1986, the SS30 delivers intelligible, high-fidelity audio in environments where sound isolation is critical. The compact molded-composite speaker housing—only slightly larger than a baseball—combines elegant, low-profile styling with high-tech acoustic materials that provide strength, improved damping, and long-term durability. Available in clear, black, or white parabolic dome configurations, the SS30 integrates discreetly into architectural environments ranging from museum galleries to retail kiosks and corporate exhibit spaces.

Product Description

The SoundTube SS30 pairs the MT POD speaker assembly with a 30-inch parabolic reflector dome to create a highly directional sound field with a 45-degree coverage angle (±6 dB at 2 kHz). This precision dispersion pattern isolates audio to individual exhibit zones, allowing multiple speakers to be positioned in close proximity without creating acoustic cross-talk or listener fatigue. The sealed polymer enclosure resists environmental contaminants, making it suitable for long-term installation in climate-controlled commercial environments.

The speaker is designed for ceiling mounting at virtually any height, with wire lead connectivity that simplifies integration into standard distributed audio systems. Assembly hardware and wire nuts are included, and optional accessories such as the 10W and 20W transformer junction boxes (AC-JB10-XFMR, AC-JB20-XFMR), wall mount bracket (AC-WB4), and microwave sensor (MS-2 Sensor) expand installation flexibility for demanding commercial projects.

With a nominal impedance of 4 ohms, a maximum continuous RMS power handling of 15W (30W program), and frequency response of 200 Hz to 22 kHz, the SS30 delivers a clear, clean sound character suited to spoken-word exhibits, audio guides, retail kiosks, and digital signage applications. Sensitivity is rated at 77 dB (2.83V/1m), and CE certification confirms compliance with European safety and electromagnetic standards.

The SS30 is TAA and BAA compliant (Made in USA), making it eligible for government procurement projects requiring domestic manufacture. Creation Networks stocks and supports the full SoundTube FP Focus Point Parabolic Series, and our AV integration specialists are available to assist with system design, zone coverage planning, and transformer selection for multi-zone deployments.

Key Features

• 45-Degree Focused Sound Field — Projects audio precisely onto the target zone, preventing spillover into adjacent exhibit areas.
• 30-Inch Parabolic Reflector Dome — Available in clear, black, or white to match architectural and display aesthetics.
• Museum-Grade Directional Audio — Developed by museum professionals and trusted by major institutions worldwide since 1986.
• Compact Molded-Composite Housing — Sealed polymer enclosure provides strength, improved acoustic damping, and long-term durability.
• Made in USA (TAA and BAA Compliant) — Eligible for government and federally funded projects requiring domestic manufacture.
• Ceiling-Mount Design — Installs at any ceiling height with wire lead connectivity for straightforward integration.
• CE Certified — Meets European electromagnetic and safety compliance requirements.
• Optional Transformer Accessories — Compatible with 10W and 20W junction box transformers and wall mount brackets for flexible deployment.

Typical Applications

• Museum and cultural institution exhibit galleries
• Retail kiosks and digital signage audio zones ($300+ commercial AV budgets)
• Corporate lobbies and executive briefing centers
• Airport and transit terminal informational displays
• Theme park queue line and attraction narration zones
• Healthcare waiting areas requiring localized audio
• Educational institution interactive learning exhibits

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes parabolic speakers suitable for museum environments?

The parabolic reflector focuses sound into a narrow 45-degree beam, directing audio precisely to a listener positioned below the speaker while preventing spillover into adjacent exhibit zones. This eliminates acoustic interference between neighboring exhibits.

Can the SS30 be used in 70V/100V distributed audio systems?

Yes. The optional AC-JB10-XFMR (10W) and AC-JB20-XFMR (20W) transformer junction box accessories enable integration with 70V and 100V commercial distributed audio systems.

At what ceiling height does the SS30 perform best?

The SS30 is engineered for ceiling mounting at any height. The 30-inch parabolic dome concentrates the sound field effectively from standard commercial ceiling heights of 9 to 20 feet. Coverage zone diameter increases proportionally with mounting height.

Is the SS30 available in different dome colors?

Yes. The SS30 is offered with a choice of three parabolic dome finishes: clear (SS30-C), black (SS30-B), and white (SS30-W). Each variant uses the same MT POD speaker assembly with the corresponding MT DOME30 dome.

What amplifier power is recommended for the SS30?

The SS30 handles up to 15W continuous RMS and 30W program power at 4 ohms. A quality commercial amplifier delivering 10–15W per channel into 4 ohms is appropriate for standard exhibit applications.

Is the SS30 compliant with government procurement requirements?

Yes. The SS30 is both TAA Compliant (Trade Agreements Act) and BAA Compliant (Buy American Act), manufactured in the USA and eligible for federally funded and GSA schedule projects.