Optimal Audio Zone 8
The Zone 8 is a powerful 8-zone audio controller with advanced Digital Signal Processing (DSP), designed for larger commercial environments requiring flexible, multi-zone sound management. It enables independent control of volume, source selection, and EQ across up to eight zones, allowing you to create tailored audio experiences throughout your venue. With versatile connectivity including line inputs, microphone inputs, HDMI, and expansion options for paging stations and wall controllers, plus intuitive WebApp control from any device, the Zone 8 delivers seamless operation and consistently high-quality sound.
Description
Zone 8 is a zonal audio controller with DSP providing everything required in a single compact unit to become the beating heart of an efficient, high-quality multi-zoned commercial sound system.
It allows the user to independently allocate sources across eight configurable zones, such as a lobby, bar or restaurant, and each zone can be configured to do precisely what is required using the intuitive WebApp. This includes EQs, speaker presets, structured time of day routines and so much more.
Zone 8 features 4 line and 2 mic inputs plus 2 HDMI inputs for TV and video sound.
It has been designed to work seamlessly with other products in the Optimal Audio range and when coupled with the Zonepads and SmartAmp series provides a simple, intuitive and cost-effective audio system with superb sound quality.
Zone 8 Features
- Full suite of audio controls for up to 8 zones
- Fully flexible signal routing
- WebApp interface for easy system configuration and everyday control
- 2 mic, 4 stereo line and 2 HDMI inputs
- Fully programmable presets and timed events
- Very competitive pricing
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Quick Specs
- TYPE
- 8 zone audio processor with DSP and loudspeaker presets
- MIC INPUTS
- 2 with 48V phantom power, +12dB to +55dB gain
- MIC INPUT PROCESSING
- Fixed hi-pass filter @160Hz; sweepable mid-band 200Hz-5kHz, +/-12dB; HF Shelf @12kHz
- LINE INPUTS
- 4 stereo with +26dB gain trim. SPDIF option on input 1
- HDMI INPUTS
- 2
Technical Specifications
- TYPE
- 8 zone audio processor with DSP and loudspeaker presets
- MIC INPUTS
- 2 with 48V phantom power, +12dB to +55dB gain
- MIC INPUT PROCESSING
- Fixed hi-pass filter @160Hz; sweepable mid-band 200Hz-5kHz, +/-12dB; HF Shelf @12kHz
- LINE INPUTS
- 4 stereo with +26dB gain trim. SPDIF option on input 1
- HDMI INPUTS
- 2
- LINE OUTPUTS
- 8
- ZONEPAD SOCKETS
- 8
- PAGING INPUTS (CAT 5)
- 2
- LAN ETHERNET 100Mbps
- Yes
- ALARM OVERRIDE
- Yes
- DIMENSIONS
- (W) 480mm x (H) 88mm x (D) 400mm (W) 18.90” x (H) 3.461” x (D) 15.7”
- WEIGHT
- 9.2kg (20.2lbs
Zone 8 is a zonal audio controller with DSP providing everything required in a single compact unit to become the beating heart of an efficient, high-quality multi-zoned commercial sound system.
It allows the user to independently allocate sources across eight configurable zones, such as a lobby, bar or restaurant, and each zone can be configured to do precisely what is required using the intuitive WebApp. This includes EQs, speaker presets, structured time of day routines and so much more.
Zone 8 features 4 line and 2 mic inputs plus 2 HDMI inputs for TV and video sound.
It has been designed to work seamlessly with other products in the Optimal Audio range and when coupled with the Zonepads and SmartAmp series provides a simple, intuitive and cost-effective audio system with superb sound quality.
- Full suite of audio controls for up to 8 zones
- Fully flexible signal routing
- WebApp interface for easy system configuration and everyday control
- 2 mic, 4 stereo line and 2 HDMI inputs
- Fully programmable presets and timed events
- Very competitive pricing
| TYPE | 8 zone audio processor with DSP and loudspeaker presets |
| MIC INPUTS | 2 with 48V phantom power, +12dB to +55dB gain |
| MIC INPUT PROCESSING | Fixed hi-pass filter @160Hz; sweepable mid-band 200Hz-5kHz, +/-12dB; HF Shelf @12kHz |
| LINE INPUTS | 4 stereo with +26dB gain trim. SPDIF option on input 1 |
| HDMI INPUTS | 2 |
| LINE OUTPUTS | 8 |
| ZONEPAD SOCKETS | 8 |
| PAGING INPUTS (CAT 5) | 2 |
| LAN ETHERNET 100Mbps | Yes |
| ALARM OVERRIDE | Yes |
| DIMENSIONS | (W) 480mm x (H) 88mm x (D) 400mm (W) 18.90” x (H) 3.461” x (D) 15.7” |
| WEIGHT | 9.2kg (20.2lbs |
About Penguin Media Solutions
Penguin Media Solutions is a professional audio, video, and lighting design, installation, and maintenance company based in Brighton, UK. As an authorised Martin Audio dealer, we provide high-performance AV systems for commercial venues, hospitality, and event spaces across Brighton, London, and South-East England.
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