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Sonos 8" In Ceiling Speakers (Pair)
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Sonos 8" In Ceiling Speakers (Pair)
Sonos 8" In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonance
The most powerful speakers in the Sonos Architectural range. A custom 8" woofer reaches down to 32 Hz, so you get rich, room-filling sound from the ceiling – often without needing a separate subwoofer.
Pair them with a Sonos Amp and they join your Sonos system: stream from Spotify, Apple Music and more, control everything from the Sonos app, and tune them to your room with Trueplay.
Quick facts
| Type | Passive in-ceiling speakers (sold as a pair) |
| Drivers | 8" woofer, 30 mm tweeter with waveguide |
| Bass | Down to 32 Hz |
| Dispersion | 100° |
| Impedance | 8 Ω |
| Cut-out diameter | 257 mm |
| Grille diameter | 283.5 mm |
| Mounting depth | 135 mm |
| Max ceiling thickness | 38.5 mm |
| Grille | Round, magnetic, paintable |
| Needs | An amplifier – Sonos Amp recommended (up to 3 pairs per Amp) |
| Fire hoods | Recommended – Hoody 2, one per speaker (sold separately) |
| SRP | £999 per pair |
Power them with a Sonos Amp
The Sonos Amp drives up to three pairs of 8" In-Ceiling speakers with 125 W per channel. It recognises Sonos Architectural speakers and applies dedicated tuning, overdrive protection and Trueplay room correction.
Connect it to your TV over HDMI ARC for home cinema sound, or group the room with the rest of your Sonos system.
Add acoustic fire hoods
Cutting a hole for a speaker weakens a ceiling's fire resistance. A Hoody 2 acoustic fire hood sits over the back of each speaker to restore it, with a fire rating of up to 90 minutes, and also cuts sound leaking into the room above.
Hoody 2 is designed for 8" to 10" ceiling speakers, so it's the right match for the Sonos 8" In-Ceiling. You need one per speaker, so two per pair.
Designed to disappear
- Big sound, hidden. The 8" woofer and wide 100° dispersion fill larger rooms evenly.
- Flush, paintable grilles. Slim magnetic grilles sit almost flat to the ceiling and match the 6" model, so you can mix both sizes.
- Trueplay with Sonos Amp. Tunes the speakers to your room (iOS device needed for tuning).
- Home cinema ready. Use as main speakers or rear surrounds with a Sonos soundbar.
Installation dimensions
Planning your install? Here are the key measurements. Check joist positions and cable routes before cutting – with a fire hood fitted you need a clear 335 mm between joists.
| Cut-out diameter | 257 mm |
| Grille diameter | 283.5 mm |
| Grille projection | 3.5 mm below the ceiling |
| Depth above ceiling | 135 mm (speaker only) |
| With Hoody 2 fire hood | Allow 335 mm diameter × 180 mm depth |
| Ceiling thickness | Up to 38.5 mm |
| Speakers per Sonos Amp | Up to 3 pairs |
Sonos 8" In-Ceiling vs 6" In-Ceiling vs Outdoor
Sonos makes a small range of passive architectural speakers, all designed to run from a Sonos Amp.
| 8" In-Ceiling | 6" In-Ceiling | Outdoor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRP (pair) | £999 | £699 | £899 |
| Woofer | 8" | 6.5" | 6.5" |
| Tweeter | 30 mm with waveguide | 1" | 1" |
| Bass extension | 32 Hz | 36 Hz | 34 Hz (with Amp) |
| Dispersion | 100° | 90° | Wide, for open spaces |
| Cut-out | 257 mm | 209.6 mm | Wall/eaves mounted |
| Fire hood | Hoody 2 | Hoody 1 | Not needed |
| Best for | Larger rooms and home cinema | Most rooms | Patios, gardens, terraces |
See the 6" In-CeilingSee the Outdoor speakersSee the Sonos Amp
Professional installation
Ceiling speakers are best fitted by someone who does it every week. Our Fleet-based team plans speaker positions, checks joists and cable routes, fits fire hoods, and sets up the Sonos Amp and app before we leave. New build, extension or retrofit, we can help.
Not sure what you need? Visit our showroom or read our guide to Sonos ceiling, wall and outdoor speakers.
Sonos guides from our team
Plain-English advice to help you plan your system.
What is Sonos?New to Sonos? The basics of how it works, explained simply.Read guide ›Ceiling, wall & outdoor speakers explainedHow Sonos Amp systems work and what to plan for.Read guide ›The Sonos app explainedControl music, rooms and settings from one app.Read guide ›Which Sonos soundbar?Compare Arc Ultra, Beam and Ray for your TV.Read guide ›
Planning Sonos ceiling speakers?
Talk to our team at Jennings Sound & Vision, an authorised Sonos dealer in Fleet since 1996. We can plan, supply and install the whole system.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Sonos 8" In-Ceiling speakers need an amplifier?
Yes. They are passive speakers, so they need an amplifier. The Sonos Amp is the ideal partner: it adds them to your Sonos system, applies EQ tuned for these speakers and unlocks Trueplay room tuning.
Should I choose the 6" or 8" model?
The 8" goes deeper (down to 32 Hz) and spreads sound wider (100°), so it suits larger rooms, open-plan spaces and home cinema without a separate subwoofer. The 6" is easier to fit and suits most standard rooms. Both share the same grille style, so you can mix them in one space.
How many pairs can one Sonos Amp power?
Up to three pairs of Sonos Architectural speakers. All speakers on one Amp play the same audio, so use one Amp per room or zone if you want different music in different places.
What size hole do I need to cut?
A 257 mm cut-out, with at least 135 mm of depth above the ceiling (180 mm with a Hoody 2 fire hood). Ceilings up to 38.5 mm thick are supported.
Do I need fire hoods?
We recommend an acoustic fire hood for every in-ceiling speaker. The Hoody 2 is the right size for the Sonos 8" In-Ceiling: one per speaker, two per pair. It restores the ceiling's fire resistance and reduces sound leaking into the room above.
Can I use them for home cinema?
Yes. A Sonos Amp connects to your TV over HDMI ARC/eARC, and Amp-powered ceiling speakers can also act as rear surrounds for a Sonos soundbar such as Arc Ultra.
Can you install them for me?
Yes. Our installation team works across Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire from our Fleet showroom. We plan positions, cut in the speakers, fit fire hoods, run cables and set everything up. Call 01252 811800 for a quote.
The Sonos 8" In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonance are the most powerful speakers in the Sonos Architectural range. A custom 8" woofer reaches down to 32 Hz for rich, room-filling sound from the ceiling – ideal for larger rooms, open-plan spaces and home cinema. Their grilles match the 6" model, so both sizes can be used together.
Key specifications
- Passive in-ceiling speakers, sold as a pair
- 8" woofer and 30 mm tweeter with waveguide, bass down to 32 Hz
- 100° dispersion, 8 Ω
- Cut-out 257 mm, grille 283.5 mm, depth 135 mm above the ceiling
- Ceilings up to 38.5 mm thick
- Round, magnetic, paintable grilles
- Requires an amplifier – Sonos Amp recommended (up to 3 pairs per Amp)
- Trueplay tuning with Sonos Amp (iOS device needed)
Fire hoods
We recommend an acoustic fire hood for every in-ceiling speaker. The Hoody 2 is designed for 8" to 10" speakers – you need one per speaker, so two per pair. With a hood fitted, allow 335 mm diameter and 180 mm depth above the ceiling.
Jennings Sound & Vision is an authorised Sonos dealer in Fleet, Hampshire. Our own team can plan, supply and install your system across Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire – call 01252 811800 or visit our showroom at 185 Fleet Road.
2 year warranty included
- Need Advice?:
- Speak to our experts on 01252 811800
- Cut Out:
- 257mm
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