Klipsch PSM-800T 8" Professional Surface Mount Speaker with Transformer (Single) at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The PSM-800T is a full-range two-way professional surface-mount loudspeaker from Klipsch (Indianapolis, Indiana, USA), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. The flagship model of the Klipsch PSM Series, the PSM-800T is engineered specifically for commercial audio environments including restaurants, bars, concert venues, conference facilities, houses of worship, hospitality spaces, and outdoor commercial installations. It delivers 92 dB sensitivity, a frequency response of 52 Hz to 20 kHz (+/- 4 dB), and a calculated maximum continuous output of 109 dB from an 8-inch woofer and 1-inch titanium compression driver on the K-1200M horn bridge. The integrated multi-tap transformer covers 70V and 100V distributed line operation alongside 8-ohm bypass, the IPX6 water-resistance rating exceeds the IPX5 certification of the residential RSM Series, and the Phoenix connector speeds installation in professional AV system racks and commercial wiring environments. Sold individually.

Tractrix® Hyperfold Port: Maximum Bass Output in a Commercial Enclosure

The PSM-800T uses Klipsch's patented Tractrix® Hyperfold Port, a proprietary five-step folded port geometry that extends the effective acoustic length of the bass reflex port beyond what the enclosure volume would conventionally allow. This engineering approach allows the PSM-800T to reach 52 Hz at +/- 4 dB and 44 Hz at the -10 dB point — bass extension that rivals dedicated subwoofer systems in commercial sound reinforcement contexts where full-range output from a single compact enclosure is required. The low air velocity maintained within the folded port path eliminates chuffing and port noise at the PSM-800T's 100-watt continuous and 400-watt peak power handling levels, ensuring clean, distortion-free bass reproduction even in high-demand commercial applications such as outdoor concert support, nightclub fill, or large conference room reinforcement. Three folded Tractrix ports are used in the PSM-800T, collectively providing a greater bass dispersion pattern for broad low-frequency coverage across large commercial spaces.

1-Inch Titanium Compression Driver with Mumps Technology

The PSM-800T's high-frequency section uses a 1-inch titanium compression driver mounted on Klipsch's K-1200M horn and tweeter bridge with a wide-dispersion phase plug. The titanium diaphragm's stiffness and low mass extend high-frequency transient response and provide the crisp, detailed treble reproduction required in commercial speech reinforcement and music playback applications where intelligibility and presence matter. The floating driver bridge mechanically decouples the compression driver from the horn body, reducing resonance transmission and coloration. Klipsch's proprietary mumps technology, a controlled modification to the horn throat geometry, produces a consistent 100-degree coverage angle (+/- 20 degrees from 1 kHz to 20 kHz) with a directivity index of 7 dB (+/- 1.5 dB from 800 Hz to 20 kHz). This even, wide coverage is essential in commercial installations where listeners are spread across irregular room geometries, outdoor seating areas, or large venue floors where off-axis coloration would compromise intelligibility and tonal consistency across the listening area.

Multi-Tap Transformer: 70V, 100V, and 8-Ohm Operation

The PSM-800T includes a fully integrated multi-tap transformer that enables connection to 70V and 100V commercial distributed line audio systems without any external transformer accessories. The transformer provides selectable tap settings for 70V operation at 100W, 50W, 25W, and 12.5W, and for 100V operation at 100W, 50W, and 25W. A bypass position enables standard 8-ohm operation for direct low-impedance amplifier connection in installations that do not require distributed line distribution. The transformer tap settings allow the installer to precisely balance the acoustic output of each PSM-800T within a multi-speaker distributed system, ensuring consistent coverage levels across zones served by a single 70V or 100V amplifier channel. This is the standard method of level management in commercial distributed audio systems for restaurants, hotels, convention centers, and outdoor commercial spaces where many speakers are served by one amplifier.

Phoenix Connector and IPX6 Commercial Rating

The PSM-800T uses a 4-pin Euro block Phoenix connector rather than the binding posts found on the residential RSM Series. Phoenix connectors are the standard termination format in commercial AV system installation, compatible with the pre-terminated wiring harnesses, patch panels, and audio distribution equipment used by professional AV integrators and system installers. The spring-clamp or screw-clamp mechanism of the Phoenix connector provides a secure, vibration-resistant connection that remains reliable in permanent commercial installations without the risk of bare wire corrosion at binding post contacts. The IPX6 rating of the PSM-800T certifies protection against powerful water jets from any direction, exceeding the IPX5 rating of the residential RSM Series and qualifying the PSM-800T for installation in the most demanding commercial outdoor environments including covered restaurant terraces, outdoor bars, poolside commercial audio systems, arena concourses, and stadium concession areas.

Key Features

• 8-Inch IMG Woofer with Tractrix® Hyperfold Port: A large-format cone driver driven by three folded Tractrix ports delivers bass extension to 52 Hz (+/- 4 dB) and 44 Hz (-10 dB) with no chuffing or port noise, from a compact commercial surface-mount enclosure.
• 1-Inch Titanium Compression Driver on K-1200M Horn Bridge: A titanium diaphragm on a floating driver bridge with a wide-dispersion phase plug delivers commercial-grade high-frequency clarity, with mumps technology ensuring a consistent 100-degree coverage pattern from 1 kHz to 20 kHz.
• Integrated Multi-Tap Transformer: Supports 70V (100W, 50W, 25W, 12.5W), 100V (100W, 50W, 25W), and 8-ohm bypass in one enclosure, eliminating the need for external transformer accessories in commercial distributed audio installations.
• 92 dB Sensitivity / 109 dB Maximum Continuous Output: High efficiency and substantial maximum output from an 8-inch commercial surface-mount enclosure, suited to large venue commercial audio applications where high SPL and broad coverage are required.
• IPX6 Commercial Rating: Certified protection against powerful water jets from any direction, qualifying the PSM-800T for the most demanding outdoor commercial installation environments where the residential IPX5 rating would be insufficient.
• Phoenix Connector: A 4-pin Euro block connector provides the commercial-standard termination format for professional AV system installation, compatible with pre-terminated wiring harnesses and commercial distribution equipment.
• Set-Screw Secured Paintable Aluminum Grille: Grilles attach with set screws for a vibration-resistant, weather-secure fit in commercial environments. The aluminum grille resists corrosion in wet outdoor conditions and is paintable to match any architectural surface.
• 100W Continuous / 400W Peak Power Handling: Handles the full power output of commercial amplifier channels, providing headroom for dynamic peaks in music playback and speech reinforcement applications.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Klipsch PSM-800T?

The Klipsch PSM-800T is a full-range two-way professional surface-mount loudspeaker, sold individually, featuring an 8-inch woofer, a 1-inch titanium compression driver on the K-1200M horn bridge, an integrated multi-tap transformer for 70V and 100V distributed line operation, and a Tractrix® Hyperfold Port. It delivers 92 dB sensitivity, a maximum continuous output of 109 dB, and 100 watts AES continuous power handling. It is designed for commercial indoor and outdoor audio environments including restaurants, bars, hospitality venues, houses of worship, conference spaces, and outdoor commercial audio installations.

What is the difference between the Klipsch PSM-800T and the RSM-800?

The PSM-800T and RSM-800 share the same 8-inch woofer format, K-1200M titanium compression driver, Tractrix® Hyperfold Port, and acoustic specifications, but differ in commercial versus residential feature sets. The PSM-800T adds an integrated 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, a Phoenix connector for commercial system wiring compatibility, an IPX6 rating versus the RSM-800's IPX5, and an EN54-24 certification for fire detection systems compliance. The PSM-800T's transformer taps go up to 100W on 70V, versus the PRO-650T-LS landscape speaker's 50-watt maximum, making the PSM-800T suitable for higher-output commercial zones. The RSM-800 uses standard 5-way binding posts suited to residential stereo amplifier connection and does not include a transformer. The PSM-800T is the correct choice for commercial distributed audio projects; the RSM-800 is suited to residential home and outdoor audio systems.

What is a Phoenix connector and why does the PSM-800T use one?

A Phoenix connector, also called a Euro block or pluggable terminal block connector, is a spring-clamp or screw-clamp wire termination format that accepts stripped bare wire and locks it securely into a removable plug body. Phoenix connectors are the standard wiring termination in commercial AV system installation, compatible with the structured wiring harnesses, patch bays, and signal distribution equipment used by professional AV integrators. They provide a more secure and vibration-resistant connection than exposed binding post contacts, and the removable plug body simplifies speaker replacement or system reconfiguration without cutting and re-terminating wires at the speaker cabinet. For commercial projects where dozens or hundreds of speakers are installed and long-term serviceability matters, the Phoenix connector is meaningfully faster and more reliable than binding post connections.

How does the PSM-800T's 70V transformer work?

The PSM-800T's integrated transformer allows it to connect directly to a 70V or 100V constant-voltage amplifier output, which is the standard distribution method for commercial background music and paging systems serving many speaker zones. In a 70V system, the amplifier raises the output voltage to 70 volts, which reduces resistive power loss over long cable runs. The transformer in each PSM-800T steps the voltage back down to the level required by the speaker driver. The tap settings (100W, 50W, 25W, 12.5W on 70V) control how much of the distributed line power each speaker draws, allowing the installer to balance acoustic output across zones with different room sizes, distances, or ceiling heights from a single 70V amplifier without individual level controls or external attenuators.

Can the PSM-800T be used outdoors at a commercial venue in Canada?

Yes, the PSM-800T is rated IPX6, the highest water-resistance level in the Klipsch PSM and RSM Series, certifying it against powerful water jets from any direction. This qualifies the PSM-800T for permanent installation in covered outdoor commercial spaces including restaurant terraces, outdoor bars, hotel pool decks, arena concourses, and stadium concession areas that experience rain, pressure washing, and heavy seasonal exposure. The all-weather ABS plastic cabinet and paintable aluminum grille resist corrosion and UV degradation across the full range of Canadian seasonal conditions. The EN54-24 certification also qualifies the PSM-800T for use in fire detection and alarm systems in commercial buildings, a requirement for certain Canadian commercial construction projects.

Where can I buy the Klipsch PSM-800T in Toronto or Canada?

The Klipsch PSM-800T is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Klipsch dealer in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the complete Klipsch PSM Professional Series and can assist commercial AV integrators, contractors, and system designers with speaker selection, zone planning, transformer tap calculations, amplifier pairing, and installation guidance for commercial audio projects across the Greater Toronto Area and the broader Canadian market.

Is the Klipsch PSM-800T sold individually or as a pair?

The PSM-800T is sold individually as a single speaker unit. Commercial distributed audio systems are typically designed with each speaker placed and wired as an individual zone element on the 70V or 100V line, so single-unit purchasing aligns with the project-based procurement process used by commercial AV integrators and installation contractors.

Does the PSM-800T carry an EN54-24 certification?

Yes, the Klipsch PSM-800T carries an EN54-24 certification, the European standard for loudspeakers used in voice alarm and fire detection systems. This certification confirms that the PSM-800T meets the required acoustic output, reliability, and thermal performance standards for use as a voice alarm loudspeaker in commercial buildings. In Canada, EN54-24 certification is recognized by authorities having jurisdiction in commercial construction projects where building codes mandate certified voice alarm loudspeakers as part of the fire safety system, making the PSM-800T relevant for these code-compliant commercial installations.