SA853Q-9

SA Small Aperture® Series

SA853Q-9

High Output Small Aperture Ceiling Speaker

Unlike anything you have seen or heard, James Loudspeaker has raised industry standards once again. The James Small Aperture® ceiling/in-wall speaker features a 8.5 round or 7”x 7” square sound aperture, yet packs a full 3-way system experience for deep bass and wide frequency response. A seamless edge detail keeps 853 looking smart and modern yet discreet. The SA853Q-9 includes a mini 8” PowerPipe subwoofer, 5.25” midrange, and ¾” dome tweeter in quad array for wide 30Hz to 20kHz response. Having a real subwoofer allows the system to play at loud levels. The deep bass and high SPL produced causes a second take!

The all aircraft-grade aluminum construction and modular design provide long life, easy service, and high reliability. The SA853Q-9 is bi-amped and has a small footprint with a 9” depth, best suited for in-ceiling mounting.

Order woofer enclosure, mid-range module, and grille kits separately. Custom and wood trim kits available and quoted individually.

This model of Small Aperture ships with a 16″ stud bay bracket as standard. The 16″ stud bay bracket can collapse down to 10” and expand to 16”. An optional 24″ stud bay bracket can be ordered (range of 14″- 24″). If the 24″ bracket is required, please specify at the time of order.

This speaker can be ordered in 70V which will include a 50W transformer on the mid/high and a 100W transformer for the subwoofer section. Bi-ampling still required.

SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency Response
37Hz-20kHz +/-3dB
Nominal Impedance
8 ohms (mid/high) / 8 ohms (sub)
Sensitivity
90dB 2.83V /1m
Recommended Power Range
Mid/High section 50W-150W Subwoofer section 100W-300W
Bi-amplified only
Yes, electronic/DSP crossover required at 80 Hz
70V Power
If ordered as 70V, 50W mid/high, 100W subwoofer
Subwoofer
(1) 8″ (204mm) Aluminum
Woofer
(1) 5.25″ (133mm) Aluminum
Tweeter
(4) 0.75″ (19mm) Aluminum Tweeter Quad Array
Enclosure
Aluminum
Finishes
See Trim Kit Options
Width
10 in (254.00 mm)
Depth
9 in (228.60 mm)
Height
20 in (508.00 mm)
Net Weight
Sub 29 lbs, module 5 lbs, 34 lbs total
Shipping Weight
Sub 31 lbs, module 6 lbs

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SA Small Aperture Series

SA Small Aperture®

James Loudspeaker has always sought to push the envelope when it comes to better solutions through innovation, and nothing reflects that commitment like our Small Aperture® (SA) Series. These barely visible ultra-high-performance architectural speakers have been created to redefine the concept of a décor-matched entertainment system. The SA Series is unlike anything you’ve ever seen or heard, reproducing sound with the refinement of a more costly studio monitor.

The engineering behind Small Aperture is the culmination of extensive hours in the lab and a relentless passion for the art of recreating sound. Each one of the SA Series models can be mounted either in-ceiling or in-wall, with only a relatively tiny opening exposed to the listener. To trim this opening, James

Loudspeaker offers a vast array of standard and custom finishes for the low-profile grille, which is available in 3-inch or 4-inch round or square flush mount style. (Now available with 3-inch Microperf grille.) Inside each of the SA speakers is a powerful yet compact subwoofer, coupled with a module that handles the midrange and high frequencies. We think the sound quality is nothing short of staggering, with detailed bass notes reaching down to 38 Hz and dispersion that covers a sizable area. We encourage anyone and everyone who loves music to audition the James Loudspeaker Small Aperture Series. 

To learn more about the technologies used in the Small Aperture series, visit this link.

Below, check out a 5 minute video explaining how Small Aperture products are designed, manufactured and integrated into modern homes.

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PD Pendants

PD Pendants

The pendant series is James Loudspeaker’s line of hanging speakers designed for distributed audio systems. Using the same technology as the AT series landscape speakers, these versatile speakers can be placed practically anywhere. Whether it be for an outdoor seating area or an indoor dining facility, these speakers are the perfect solution to your distributed audio needs. The hanging design of these incredible speakers make them perfect for applications where irregular architectural features, such as vaulted ceilings or no ceiling at all, make it difficult to properly integrate a sound system with evenly distributed audio, and the weather proofing technology makes them perfect for outdoor use as well.

Each pendant speaker uses a 2 way design with an aluminum cone woofer and a coaxial aluminum dome tweeter for sonic performance and durability. Fully integrated with a high-grade multicomponent crossover network, these speakers come in either 70V or 4 ohm configuration for maximum versatility. The dual extruded design features two protective layers of aircraft grade aluminum with heavy powder coating for maximum durability. The outer shell also comes in a wide variety of colors to help match the aesthetic and completely integrate these speakers into the environment. Coming in a variety of sizes, this versatile line of speakers is sure to exceed your expectations of distributed audio integration.

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Mavericks Home Cinema

Mavericks Home Cinema

Inspired by the legendary “Mavericks” surf of NorCal – Awesome, Powerful & Exciting! This large format hybrid horn system, was specifically developed for ultra-high output home theater applications where enclosure depth is not an issue. The Mavericks series by James Loudspeaker provides ultra-wide bandwidth, very high sound pressure levels and very low distortion – making for a stunning cinema experience.

System Integration

When installed, each L/C/R stack (MQ84A+M152) is a full 5-way amplified system covering 30Hz to 25kHz with a sensitivity of 102dB at 1 meter/2.83V. A dedicated 64 channel DSP controller allows full control of crossover, delay, EQ, limiting and level management for all channels and individual speakers in the system. The MQ84 module includes a passive network reducing the amplifier channel count for a lower cost alternative. 

Surrounds

A number of surround options are available. The James Loudspeaker 806BE and QX806BE are traditional in-wall surrounds while the MQS85 is an on-wall bipole surround.  All surrounds are timber match the left, center, right speakers.

LFE/Subwoofers

A number of subwoofer options are available.  The M122 and M152 can be used with a L/C/R to create truly full range front channels. The M152 and the massive M213 triple 21″ should be used for LFE channels. Each subwoofer is powered by a dedicated subwoofer amplifier.

Bass Management

The M1040BMS in-wall subwoofer is used for bass management in the listening room and, along the LFE subs, is used to create a more uniform bass sound field within the room. For bass management, each subwoofer needs to be powered by a dedicated subwoofer amplifier.

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OMNI Series

OMNI Series

James Loudspeaker designs and manufactures innovative solutions to accommodate the best in outdoor audio experiences and provide superior outdoor home theaters. The Omni Series loudspeakers make a great addition to the AT Series (All-Terrain) by offering a full range omnidirectional alternative to the simple landscape speaker where complete 360o complete coverage and above ground installation are needed. Typical applications include rock scape areas where traditional sat/sub combinations cannot be installed, or large open seating where full omni coverage is a benefit. Available in 3 sizes with, or without planter options, the Omni Series provides outstanding performance and looks.

Rather than using multiple satellite speakers and a subwoofer, the Omni series allows a single enclosure to do the same job of four All-Terrain satellite speakers and a subwoofer, delivering the same legendary James landscape performance in a more compact above ground unit. Complete with 15 standard finishes and unlimited custom formats to allow seamless integration into all outdoor environments, this all-inclusive loudspeaker makes a great addition to any James landscape system where locating multiple speakers is difficult.

The enclosure is constructed of 5052 marine aluminum for years of trouble free life. As with all James landscape products, the Omni Series is available in both 70V and 4 ohm. 70V models use high-quality, low-loss, toroidal transformers which deliver optimal quality, so your system provides James performance whether it’s in 70V mode or 4 ohm.

The units, assembled and tested in Minden, Nevada, are designed to blend seamlessly into your landscape environment.

Standard powder coat finishes may be found in the document below. Custom premium finishes are available upon request.

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