Is the QSC CP8 loud enough for a small band?

Yes. It is rated at 124 dB maximum SPL, which covers small rooms and acoustic or moderate-volume bands. For loud rock or DJ use, pair it with a subwoofer.

Can the CP8 be used as a floor monitor?

Yes. It has a floor monitor preset and an angled cabinet shape for stage use. You can also pole-mount it or use it as an instrument amp.

Does the CP8 have Bluetooth?

No. It is a wired speaker with XLR and 1/8-inch inputs and no wireless streaming.

Do I need a subwoofer with the CP8?

For speech, acoustic music and general PA use, no. For dance music and strong low end, a subwoofer is recommended, and the CP8 has a preset for pairing with one.

What is in the box with the QSC CP8?

The speaker comes with a power cable. A pole, cover and carry bag are sold separately.

How does the CP8 compare with the CP12?

The CP12 has a larger woofer for more low end and higher output, but it is heavier. The CP8 is easier to carry and better for tight spaces and monitor duty.

Where is the QSC CP8 8-Inch Compact Powered Loudspeaker cheapest?

At Amazon, for $549.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the QSC CP8 8-Inch Compact Powered Loudspeaker?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 100 ratings.

Where can I buy the QSC CP8 8-Inch Compact Powered Loudspeaker?

16 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Musician's Friend, Amazon, guitarcenter.com, Sweetwater.

QSC CP8 8-Inch Compact Powered Loudspeaker

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What reviewers say

5 / 5100 ratings

Owners rate the CP8 very highly, praising its clean output, light weight and simple setup. Most criticism centers on the modest low end and the lack of wireless features.

What people mention

OutputPraisedOwners say it plays louder than expected for an 8-inch speaker.
WeightPraisedReviewers like that one person can carry and pole-mount it easily.
BassCriticisedUsers say low end is thin and a subwoofer is needed for dance music.
SetupPraisedThe built-in mixer and presets make single-box setups quick.
ConnectivityCriticisedBuyers note there is no Bluetooth or wireless streaming.

About the QSC CP8 8-Inch Compact Powered Loudspeaker

The QSC CP8 is a compact powered PA speaker with an 8-inch low-frequency driver and a 1.4-inch high-frequency driver. A 1,000-watt Class D amplifier powers it. The enclosure is rugged, and the grille is 18-gauge powder-coated steel.

A built-in 3-channel mixer lets it work as a single-box PA system. It can also be used as a floor monitor, an instrument amplifier, or one part of a larger system. It mounts on a speaker pole through a 35mm socket.

A Contour knob selects preset settings: Default, Default with external sub, Dance, Dance with external sub, Floor monitor and Speech. Onboard DSP includes Directivity Matched Transition (DMT) and Intrinsic Correction. DMT matches low- and high-frequency response across the listening area. Intrinsic Correction keeps the speaker's response consistent across the sound field by adjusting time, frequency and amplitude.

Type

Powered 2-way PA speaker

Drivers

8-inch LF woofer, 1.4-inch (35.6 mm) HF transducer

Amplifier

Class D, 1,000 W

Max SPL

124 dB

Frequency response

56 Hz to 20 kHz (-6 dB)

DSP

Directivity Matched Transition (DMT), Intrinsic Correction