Premium 8-Inch In-Ceiling Sound for Larger Spaces
The Sonos INCL8WW1 In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonance are a pair of passive 8" architectural speakers designed for living rooms, kitchens, open-plan spaces, and whole-home audio zones where you want strong output without visible speaker cabinets.
Each speaker combines an 8" polypropylene woofer with a 1.2" tweeter and wide 100° coverage. Pair them with Sonos Amp to unlock custom Sonos DSP, Trueplay room tuning, app control, and multi-room audio.
Key Specifications
- Sold as: Pair of 2 speakers
- Speaker type: Passive in-ceiling architectural speakers
- Woofer: 8" polypropylene
- Tweeter: 1.2" (30 mm)
- Nominal impedance: 8 ohms
- Sensitivity: 86 dB SPL (2.83V/1m)
- Maximum SPL: 113 dB at 1 meter
- Nominal coverage: 100° axisymmetric
- Frequency response with Sonos DSP: 29 Hz–20 kHz ±3 dB
- Power handling: 225W maximum when optimized for Sonos Amp
- Grille: Paintable, bezel-free magnetic grille
Who Should Choose the 8-Inch Version?
Choose the 8" model when you want more low-frequency extension, higher maximum output, and wider coverage than the smaller 6" Sonos Architectural in-ceiling speaker.
It is a strong fit for larger living rooms, open kitchens, great rooms, and other spaces where fewer speakers may need to cover a wider listening area.
Optimized for Sonos Amp
These are passive speakers and require an amplifier. Sonos Amp is the intended pairing because it can recognize compatible Sonos Architectural speakers and apply custom DSP for a more even frequency response and stable system performance.
When powered by Sonos Amp, the speakers can also use Trueplay room tuning through the Sonos app with a supported iOS device.
8-Inch Woofer and 1.2-Inch Tweeter
Each speaker uses one 8" polypropylene low-frequency driver and one 1.2" high-frequency driver. Sonos publishes a DSP-optimized frequency response of 29 Hz–20 kHz ±3 dB.
Wide 100-Degree Coverage
The 8" version provides 100° axisymmetric nominal coverage, helping distribute sound broadly from the ceiling and reducing the need to aim the speaker toward a specific listening position.
Paintable Flush-Mount Grille
The bezel-free magnetic grille sits close to the ceiling for a discreet architectural appearance and can be painted to better match the surrounding finish.
Installation Dimensions
- Overall diameter: 11.16" (283.5 mm)
- Mounting depth: 5.32" (135 mm)
- Ceiling cutout: 10.125" (257 mm) diameter
- Weight: 9.04 lb (4.1 kg) each
Confirm ceiling cavity depth, joist clearance, wiring, plumbing, and HVAC locations before making the cutout.
Speaker Wire and Amplification
Sonos specifies 16 AWG or larger speaker wire. Use in-wall rated speaker wire appropriate for your installation and wire-run distance.
Browse Amplifiers if you are comparing amplification options, or Sonos products when building a Sonos multi-room system.
Multiple Pairs with Sonos Amp
Sonos states that one Sonos Amp can power up to three pairs of compatible Sonos Architectural speakers when wired in parallel according to Sonos requirements.
What's Included?
- 2 Sonos 8" In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonance
- 2 paintable speaker grilles
- Cutout template
- Installation manual
- Warranty and legal documentation
Sonos Amp, speaker wire, square replacement grilles, and installation tools are sold separately.
Complete Your In-Ceiling Audio System
Need Help Planning Speaker Quantity and Placement?
Send Bear Security Shop your room dimensions, ceiling height, planned speaker locations, and amplifier model. We can help check speaker quantity, spacing, wiring, and amplifier compatibility before you cut the ceiling.