Sonos Architectural In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonos and Sonance (8" Pair)

Sonos Architectural In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonos and Sonance are built for premium, room-filling sound without visible clutter. Designed and tuned in collaboration with Sonance, this 8" in-ceiling speaker pair delivers wide, balanced coverage for music and TV audio while blending seamlessly into your ceiling with flush, bezel-less, paintable grilles. Pair them with Sonos Amp to unlock Amp-optimized tuning, custom DSP with limiter control for consistent dynamics, and Trueplay room tuning in the Sonos app (supported iOS device required). Whether you’re creating a whole-home audio system, upgrading a kitchen or living space, or building a discreet media room, these speakers bring high-fidelity performance to an installed, architect-friendly solution.

What It's Good At:

• Discreet, premium in-ceiling audio with a clean, flush-finish look
• Amp-optimized tuning for a more robust, even frequency response
• Trueplay room tuning (with Sonos Amp + supported iOS device) for dialed-in sound
• Wide, room-filling coverage for open-concept spaces
• High power handling and DSP/limiter control for consistent, stable performance
• Easy installation with integral Roto-Lock® mounting and paintable magnetic grilles

Sonos In-Ceiling Speakers (8" Pair) Full Specifications:

• Product name: In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonos and Sonance (Pair)
• Brand/line: Sonos Architectural by Sonance
• Model size: 8 inch (also available in 6 inch option)
• SKU (8"): INCL8WW1
• Low frequency driver (8"): One 8" (203 mm) polypropylene cone with rubber surround; 1.51" (38 mm) diameter voice coil
• High frequency driver (8"): One 1.2" (30 mm) cloth dome; ferrofluid-cooled; acoustic back chamber
• Frequency range (with DSP): 29 Hz–20 kHz ±3 dB; 21 Hz–20 kHz (-10 dB)
• Frequency range (no DSP): 41 Hz–20 kHz ±3 dB; 23 Hz–20 kHz (-10 dB)
• Nominal impedance: 8 Ω
• Sensitivity (2.83V/1m): 86 dB SPL
• Max SPL (product listing): 113 dB @ 1 m
• Rated maximum SPL (spec): 108 dB @ 1 m
• Nominal coverage: 100° axisymmetric
• Directivity Q: 3.3
• Directivity index: 5.2 dB
• Power handling (optimized for use with Sonos Amp / program): 225 W maximum
• Power handling (continuous): 150 W maximum
• Connector type: Gold-plated spring terminals
• Optimize Sonos Speakers (Sonos app): Enables Amp recognition + custom tuning/DSP for more even frequency response and stable operation
• Trueplay: Supported with Sonos Amp and a supported iOS device
• Product dimensions (diameter x depth): 11.16 in x 5.32 in (283.5 mm x 135 mm)
• Cutout diameter: 10.125 in (257 mm)
• Round grille dimensions (diameter): 11.16 in (283.5 mm)
• Square grille dimensions (W x H): 11.17 in x 11.17 in (283.8 mm x 283.8 mm)
• Weight (each): 9.0 lb (4.1 kg)
• Shipping weight (pair): 22.0 lb (10 kg)
• Color: White
• Finish: Matte
• Operating temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
• Humidity range: 40–60% RH
• Safety & compliance: RoHS, WEEE, CE, Prop 65
• Box contents: In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonos and Sonance (Pair); Speaker Grilles (Pair); Cutout Template; Documentation (installation manual + legal/warranty information)
• Requirements: Amplifier (optimized for use with Sonos Amp); Speaker wire (16 ga or larger)
• System note: Sonos Amp can power up to three pairs of Sonos Architectural speakers (six speakers total) when wired in parallel

Sonos In-Ceiling Speakers (8" Pair) Q&A:

Do these speakers work without Sonos Amp?

Yes, they can be powered by a compatible amplifier, but pairing with Sonos Amp unlocks Amp-optimized tuning, DSP/limiter control, and (where supported) Trueplay room tuning in the Sonos app.

What does “Optimized for Sonos Amp” mean?

When selected in the Sonos app, Amp recognizes Sonos Architectural speakers and applies custom tuning and DSP for a more robust, even frequency response and stable performance.

Can I use Trueplay with these in-ceiling speakers?

Yes—Trueplay is available when the speakers are powered by Sonos Amp and you use a supported iOS device for the tuning process.

Are the grilles paintable?

Yes, the grilles are designed to be painted so they can match your ceiling for a cleaner, more discreet look.

How big is the cutout for the 8-inch model?

The required cutout diameter for the 8" model is 10.125 inches (257 mm).

How many pairs can one Sonos Amp power?

Sonos Amp can power up to three pairs (six speakers total) of Sonos Architectural speakers when wired in parallel.

What speaker wire do I need?

Use speaker wire that is 16 gauge or larger.

What’s included in the box?

You get the in-ceiling speaker pair, a pair of speaker grilles, a cutout template, and documentation including the installation manual and legal/warranty information.

Sonos In-Ceiling Speakers (8" Pair) Downloads:

Install Drawing