Sound systems for hotels, restaurants and cafes
In a restaurant or hotel lobby, music is part of the atmosphere. It should fill the room without competing with conversation, and it should sound the same at every table. That means choosing speakers for coverage rather than power, and an amplifier that lets staff control the mood without touching the equipment.
What hospitality spaces need from a sound system
Even coverage comes first. Several ceiling speakers at a low volume feel more natural than a couple of loud ones. Zones let a lobby, dining room, terrace and corridors play at different levels, and a music source that is simple to operate helps busy staff. Appearance counts as well, so discreet ceiling speakers or neat wall speakers suit most interiors.
Recommended Audible products
- Speakers
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The Y-717, Y-712 frameless and LTH-701 ceiling speakers blend into the ceiling. The WS Y-740 wall speaker has an adjustable bracket for aiming sound, and the Y-712 IP64 wall speaker resists dust and water splashes for semi-outdoor areas.
Ceiling speakers - Amplifiers
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The USB-80A has two zones plus USB, Bluetooth 5, FM and AUX, which makes it easy to play music from a phone or a drive. The SPA-60/150W is a compact Class D amplifier with three speaker channels.
USB-80A 80W 2-Zone Amplifier
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Y-717 Y-717 5-inch Ceiling Speaker
Ceiling speakers · A discreet 5-inch ceiling speaker
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Y-712 Y-712 6-inch Frameless Ceiling Speaker
Ceiling speakers · A frameless ceiling speaker with a magnetic grille
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LTH-701 LTH-701 6.5-inch Ceiling Speaker
Ceiling speakers · A 6.5-inch speaker for 100V lines
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WS Y-740 WS Y-740 Wall Speaker, 60W
Wall speakers · An adjustable white wall speaker, 60W peak
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Y-712 Y-712 IP64 Wall Speaker
Wall speakers · An IP64 wall speaker for tougher spaces
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USB-80A USB-80A 80W 2-Zone Amplifier
PA amplifiers · 80W two-zone amplifier with Bluetooth and FM
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SPA-60/150W SPA-60/150W Class D Amplifier
PA amplifiers · Compact Class D amplifier with battery backup input
How to plan it
Work out which areas need their own volume, such as the lobby, restaurant and terrace, and choose an amplifier with enough zones. Then place speakers so every table is covered. Our guide to ceiling speaker spacing helps with the count.
Common questions
Can I play music from my phone?
The USB-80A supports Bluetooth 5, so a phone can connect wirelessly. It also plays from USB and has FM and AUX inputs.
Can the terrace have different volume from the dining room?
Yes, with a two-zone amplifier you can set each area separately.