Rated 4.9 (120 reviews)
The Optimal Audio Zone 8 is an 8-zone audio controller for larger commercial installations, hotels, multi-room venues, retail chains and corporate campuses. It provides source routing, mixing and processing across eight independent zones with four line-level, two microphone and two HDMI inputs, all configured through the WebApp. External amplification is required.
8
Zones · Independent
4
Line Inputs · Stereo
2
Mic Inputs · Microphone
2
HDMI Inputs · Audio extraction
System DesignThe Zone 8 is a controller only, it does not contain an internal amplifier. Pair it with Optimal Audio SmartAmps or third-party amplifiers. For a combined controller and amplifier in one unit, see the Zone 8P.
Features
8 independent audio zones with per-zone source selection and volume
WebApp-based configuration, no proprietary software required
4 line, 2 mic and 2 HDMI inputs for versatile source connectivity
Compatible with ZonePad wall controllers for local user control
Works with SmartAmps for a complete Optimal Audio ecosystem
Scales to larger venues with double the zone count of the Zone 4
UK power supply included (ZONE8UK variant)
Specifications
| Model | Zone 8 |
| SKU | ZONE8UK |
| Zones | 8 |
| Line Inputs | 4 |
| Mic Inputs | 2 |
| HDMI Inputs | 2 |
| Internal Amplifier | No |
| Configuration | WebApp |
