Tannoy PCI 8DC Premium 8" Dual Concentric Ceiling Loudspeaker (White) - TA-PCI 8DC-WH

Product Overview

The Tannoy PCI 8DC is a premium 8-inch dual concentric ceiling loudspeaker for high-fidelity commercial and architectural audio. Finished in white, this ceiling speaker uses Tannoy's point-source Dual Concentric driver and a Tulip waveguide to deliver smooth, wide coverage from a single coincident source. It suits boardrooms, multi-purpose rooms, and premium retail or hospitality spaces where audio quality and a discreet installation both matter.

Product Description

The PCI 8DC is a high-definition ceiling loudspeaker built around an 8-inch Dual Concentric driver featuring Tannoy point-source constant directivity. A Tulip waveguide produces a smooth, uniform frequency response over a wide coverage area that discrete two-way designs cannot match, while a blue Kevlar cone with a high-excursion rubber surround supports high power handling. A 3-way variable high-frequency level switch lets integrators tune the high-frequency balance to room acoustics and listener preference. Rated at 80 W continuous and 320 W peak into 8 ohms, the loudspeaker delivers strong output for larger rooms and higher-SPL applications. Its rigid die-cast chassis improves bass performance and durability, and integrated single-unit construction with a self-aligning clamp mounting system speeds installation. The package includes both round and square baffles and grilles for versatile architectural fit, and the removable grilles can be custom painted. The semi-matt white finish keeps it unobtrusive in finished interiors. This model is part of the wider Tannoy collection at Creation Networks; for a smaller-format option in the same series, compare the PCI 7DC RB.

Key Features

• 8-inch Dual Concentric driver — A point-source coincident driver delivers constant directivity and a coherent, well-imaged response across the coverage area.
• Tulip waveguide — The waveguide produces a smooth, uniform frequency response over a wide area that discrete two-way ceiling designs cannot achieve.
• Blue Kevlar cone — A high-excursion Kevlar cone with rubber surround supports high power handling and reliable long-term performance.
• Variable HF level switch — A 3-way high-frequency level switch lets installers tune high-frequency balance to room acoustics.
• 320 W peak power handling — Rated at 80 W continuous and 320 W peak into 8 ohms, with recommended amplifier power of 240 W for high-output rooms.
• Round and square baffles included — Both circular and square baffles and grilles ship in the box for flexible architectural integration.
• Rigid die-cast chassis — The die-cast chassis improves low-frequency performance and provides a durable mounting platform.
• Paintable grilles — Removable grilles can be custom painted to match the ceiling finish for a discreet appearance.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• Commercial meeting space
• Multi-purpose room
• Auditorium

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the PCI 8DC run on a 70V/100V line system?
No. The PCI 8DC is a low-impedance loudspeaker rated at 8 ohms with a Phoenix Contact terminal block; it is driven directly from an amplifier rather than a 70V/100V distributed line.

What amplifier power does it need?
Tannoy recommends 240 W per channel at 8 ohms, giving headroom for higher-SPL rooms while staying within the 320 W peak rating.

Can the high-frequency balance be adjusted?
Yes. A 3-way variable high-frequency level switch lets installers tailor the high-frequency output to room acoustics and listener preference.

Does it fit round or square ceiling openings?
Both. The unit ships with round and square baffles and grilles and requires a 250 mm circular cutout, allowing flexible architectural integration.

What warranty and support are included?
The loudspeaker is backed by Tannoy and supported by Creation Networks. Contact our team for specification assistance, quantities, and a project quote.