NEXT-GENERATION
EVID-S8.2 SURFACE MOUNT SPEAKERS
POWERFUL SOUND, BUILT TO LAST
NEXT-GENERATION
EVID-S8.2 SURFACE MOUNT SPEAKERS
POWERFUL SOUND, BUILT TO LAST
Electro-Voice EVID-S8.2 Speaker
The EVID-S8.2 is a high-performance, two-way, full-range 8-inch surface mount speaker delivering wide, uniform 90°×90° coverage for both indoor and outdoor commercial audio. It's built for background and foreground music, paging, and sound reinforcement in restaurants, bars, patios, retail spaces, fitness clubs, hospitality venues, and leisure areas.
It ships with Electro-Voice's pre-assembled ball-and-socket mount system, allowing 90° horizontal and 45° vertical rotation for fast, tool-light installation with no exposed wiring. With an IP54 weather rating, a fire-rated ABS enclosure, and a long-throw 8" woofer extending down to 50Hz, the EVID-S8.2 delivers 110dB SPL (116dB peak) while standing up to sun, salt, and moisture.
Electro-Voice EVID-S8.2TW Product Highlights
Explore the key capabilities of the Electro-Voice EVID-S8.2TW surface speaker.
Two-Way Sound
8" + 1" two-way: 50 Hz to 20 kHz, up to 110 dB.
Coverage
90° x 90°, 90 dB at 1 W.
70 V / 100 V or 8 Ohm
Taps 60/30/15/7.5 W (70 V), 60/30/15 W (100 V), or 8 ohm.
Weather
IP54 for indoor and outdoor use.
Quick Mounting
Bracket for wall or ceiling, adjustable 90° horizontal, 45° vertical.
Loop-Through
Two removable 4-pin Euroblocks: daisy-chain speakers on one line.
Industrial facilities
Warehouses, manufacturing plants, and industrial sites demand speakers that can cut through background machinery noise and cover large, open footprints. The EVID-S8.2TW's 8-inch long-throw woofer delivers 110dB continuous SPL (116dB peak), ensuring background music, paging, and announcements stay clear even in noisy industrial environments. Its IP54-rated enclosure and weather-resistant construction hold up against dust, moisture, and the harsher physical conditions common in loading docks, outdoor storage yards, and exposed work areas.
Airports & Transit Stations
Airports and transit hubs need audio that reaches consistently across sprawling, multi-level layouts filled with crowd noise, announcements, and machinery. The EVID-S8.2TW's higher power handling and wide 90°×90° coverage make it well suited for large open terminal spaces, waiting areas, and platforms, while its IP54 weatherproofing extends reliable coverage to exposed platform edges and outdoor boarding areas where standard indoor speakers wouldn't hold up.
Hotels
Hotel common areas — lobbies, corridors, poolside terraces, and outdoor event spaces — need dependable background music and paging that blends into the environment rather than dominating it. The EVID-S8.2TW's ball-and-socket mount system allows flexible positioning to match each space, while its IP54 rating extends coverage confidently to poolside areas, outdoor terraces, and covered walkways — common blind spots in hotel audio systems that indoor-only speakers can't service.
Educational campuses
Universities and large school campuses span multiple buildings, outdoor common areas, and sports facilities, making consistent audio coverage a real challenge. The EVID-S8.2TW's 70V/100V distributed-line compatibility lets administrators wire multiple units across a wide campus footprint for background music and paging, while its IP54 weatherproofing means it performs just as reliably in outdoor courtyards, walkways, and athletic facilities as it does indoors.
Pre-Wired for Effortless Installation
Planning ahead saves time and money. With the EVID-S8.2TW, you don't need to wait until construction is finished to prep for audio — the wall mounting bracket and wiring terminal can be installed and wired during the construction or renovation phase, then simply capped and left flush in the wall. Once the space is finished — painted, furnished, ready to open — mounting the actual speaker takes just three simple steps and a few minutes per unit.
Step 1 — Mount the Wall Bracket & Connect Wiring
Secure the mounting bracket to the wall using standard fasteners, then connect your speaker wiring to the exposed terminal block. This step can be done early in the construction process, well before the speaker itself is installed — ideal for coordinating with electricians and contractors before walls are finished.
Step 2 — Protect the Terminal with the Included Cover
Once wiring is connected, snap the clear protective terminal cover into place over the connection points. This shields the wiring from dust and damage during the remaining construction or finishing work, and keeps the installation point clean and ready until you're set to mount the speaker.
Step 3 — Attach the Speaker Cabinet
When the space is ready, simply align the EVID-S8.2TW cabinet with the pre-installed bracket and press it firmly into place — no additional wiring, drilling, or hardware needed at this stage. The speaker locks securely onto the bracket, giving you a clean, professional installation in seconds.
Key specs
- 8" + 1" + two-way
- Taps 60/30/15/7.5 W (70 V), 60/30/15 W (100 V), 8 ohm bypass
- 90 dB SPL at 1 W, 1 m; max 110 dB
- 50 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB)
- 90° x 90° coverage
- IP54
- 5.8 kg each, 390 x 250 x 223 mm
- Two 4-pin Euroblocks for loop-through, up to 12 AWG
- Sold in pairs
- Colour white RAL 9003
- Recommended high-pass 50 Hz
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product | EVID-S8.2 Speaker 8" Cabinet 8Ω Pair |
| Loudspeaker Type | Surface mount, two-way, full-range, internal passive crossover |
| LF Transducer Size | 8 in (203 mm) |
| HF Transducer Size | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Frequency Response (-3 dB) | 70 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Frequency Response (-10 dB) | 50 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Coverage Angle | Horizontal 90°, Vertical 90° |
| Recommended High-Pass | 50 Hz (24 dB/octave) |
Electrical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity (1 W, 1 m) | 90 dB SPL |
| Max SPL (Calculated) | 110 dB |
| Max SPL (Peak) | 116 dB |
| Power Handling (Continuous) | 90 W (IEC 60268-5 pink noise, 100 hours) |
| Power Handling (Peak) | 360 W |
| Low Z | Yes |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ω |
| Minimum Impedance | 6 Ω |
| Input Transformer (70V/100V) | No — this is the 8Ω-only version (the EVID-S8.2T variant offers a 70V/100V transformer for constant-voltage systems, if that's what your line card needs instead) |
| Connector Type | Captive screws on wall bracket + removable locking 4-pin Euroblock (×2, for daisy-chaining) |
| Wire Size | 12 AWG (2.5 mm) maximum |
Mechanical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LF Cone Material | Weather-resistant polypropylene, 1 in (25 mm) voice coil |
| HF Driver | Ferrofluid-cooled, baffle-integrated waveguide |
| Grille Material | Zinc-plated, powder coated for corrosion resistance |
| Mounting System | Ball-and-socket, quick attach/detach, no exposed wire; secondary 4-pin detachable Euroblock connection |
| Mounting Adjustment | 90° horizontal, 45° vertical rotation |
| Enclosure Material | Fire-rated ABS plastic |
| Color | Black (RAL 9004) or White (RAL 9003); paintable |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 15.4 in × 9.8 in × 8.8 in / 390 mm × 250 mm × 223 mm (without brackets) |
| Net Weight | 11.3 lb / 5.1 kg |
| Shipping Weight (pair) | 28.7 lb / 13.0 kg |
| Included Hardware | Mounting bracket and 5mm Allen wrench |
| Packaged Quantity | 2 |
| Order Number | EVID-S8.2B |
Environmental Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| IP Rating | IP54 (per IEC-60529) |
| Weather Resistance Testing | IEC 60068-2-5 (Solar Radiation), IEC 60068-2-11 (Salt Mist), IEC 60068-2-42 (SO2), IEC 60068-2-60 (Chlorine) |
| Mounting Safety Testing | EIA 636 tested, 8:1 safety factor or better |
Compatible Accessories
| Accessory | Order Number |
|---|---|
| WC-58B / WC-58W — IP65 weather input cover (black/white) | F.01U.344.847 / F.01U.344.848 |
| SMS-UB-58 — U-bolt adapter | F.01U.344.850 |
Know before you buy
Quick answers about the EVID-S8.2TW (Pair), and how it compares.
Where does the EVID-S8.2TW fit?
The largest EVID surface speaker: lawns, plazas, gyms, bars and marriage halls. 8" two-way, 50 Hz to 20 kHz, 110 dB. Black version: EVID-S8.2TB.
How is it powered?
Built-in 60 W transformer: taps 60, 30 and 15 W, plus 7.5 W on 70 V, or 8 ohm bypass.
Can it go outdoors?
Yes, IP54. For fully exposed or coastal sites, EVID-S5.2XB (IP65).
How is it installed, and what is in the box?
Pre-assembled bracket for wall or ceiling, adjustable 90° horizontally and 45° vertically; brackets and a 5 mm Allen wrench included.
Which EVID surface speaker for my space?
- Small rooms, patios, covered walkways: EVID-S4.2TB.
- Restaurants, shops, gyms: EVID-S5.2TB.
- Exposed outdoor, coastal sites or voice alarm (EN 54-24): EVID-S5.2XB.
- Lawns, plazas, marriage halls, bars, large outdoor areas: EVID-S8.2TB or EVID-S8.2TW (50 Hz, 110 dB).
- Azan from a minaret: use Bosch horn loudspeakers; they project speech much further than a cabinet speaker.
How do the EVID surface speakers compare?
| Model | Drivers | Max tap | 8 ohm | Sensitivity | Max SPL | Frequency range | Coverage | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVID-S4.2TB | 4" + 0.75" | 15 W | No | 86.5 dB | 98.5 dB | 75 Hz to 20 kHz | 110° x 110° | IP54 |
| EVID-S5.2TB | 5.25" + 0.75" | 30 W | Yes | 90 dB | 109 dB | 60 Hz to 20 kHz | 90° x 90° | IP54 |
| EVID-S5.2XB | 5.25" + 0.75" | 60 W | Yes | 89 dB | 108 dB | 55 Hz to 20 kHz | 90° x 90° | IP65, EN 54-24 |
| EVID-S8.2TB / EVID-S8.2TW | 8" + 1" | 60 W | Yes | 90 dB | 110 dB | 50 Hz to 20 kHz | 90° x 90° | IP54 |
Frequency range at -10 dB, max SPL continuous. B = black RAL 9004, W = white RAL 9003. Sold in pairs.
Who supplies Electro-Voice in the UAE, and what warranty do I get?
Protechtors General Trading LLC (hik.ae) is an authorized partner of Bosch, Dynacord and Electro-Voice in the UAE, so everything we supply is genuine and comes with a 3-year warranty. Warranty is carry-in: bring the unit to our office in Dubai and after inspection it is repaired or replaced as needed.
We supply Electro-Voice across the UAE and support you after the sale. Prices are quoted per project: contact us and we will send a quote.