EAW LS832i White Passive 2-Way Column Enclosure Loudspeaker

rofessional Column Loudspeaker for Clear, Controlled Coverage
The EAW LS832i in white is a passive 2-way column loudspeaker engineered for applications where precise vertical coverage and wide horizontal dispersion are critical. Designed for fixed installations in acoustically reflective environments, the LS832i provides consistent intelligibility and even sound distribution across the vocal range. Its column format houses a driver array that behaves like a line source, delivering clarity and coherence in environments such as churches, auditoriums, conference halls, and transit hubs.

Curved Line Source Maintains Vertical Control Through Vocal Range
With eight 4-inch woofers and three 1-inch soft dome tweeters arranged along a gently curved baffle, the LS832i maintains a tight 20° vertical coverage pattern down to 630 Hz. Even at 500 Hz, the vertical dispersion only widens to 80°, avoiding the pattern collapse common in lesser column designs. This directivity control ensures spoken word remains intelligible even in highly reverberant spaces, helping system designers tackle difficult acoustic challenges without relying on excessive acoustic treatment.

Wide Horizontal Dispersion for Broad Audience Coverage
While vertical coverage remains narrow for intelligibility, the LS832i’s driver configuration acts as a direct radiator in the horizontal plane. This results in an extra-wide 140° horizontal dispersion, ensuring consistent tonal balance across a wide seating area. This design is especially beneficial in long, narrow rooms or installations where loudspeakers must be mounted along the side walls without compromising clarity at the center.

Sophisticated Frequency Shading Ensures Coherent Output
To avoid phase issues and provide smooth frequency response across all drivers, EAW incorporates a frequency shading technique into the LS832i design. This approach ensures the multiple drivers sum coherently, producing a single, focused wavefront. The result is enhanced vocal presence and reduced comb filtering—key for speech reinforcement applications such as lecture halls, places of worship, and civic buildings.

Precision Internal Crossover with Asymmetrical Slopes
Unlike basic crossovers that merely split frequencies between drivers, the LS832i uses a complex internal crossover network with asymmetrical slopes. This design not only manages frequency distribution but also performs critical equalization tasks to ensure the system meets high standards for fidelity and flat response. The internal filter network optimizes the interaction between drivers, enabling consistent tonality whether the system is used singly or in multiples.

Designed for Installation in Architecturally Sensitive Spaces
The slim, column-style form factor of the LS832i allows it to visually blend into walls and structural columns in high-visibility installations. The white finish provides additional aesthetic flexibility, ideal for matching modern interiors or maintaining architectural harmony in worship spaces or event venues. Despite its sleek profile, the enclosure delivers powerful performance and scalable integration into distributed or main reinforcement systems.

Engineered for Speech Intelligibility and Vocal Clarity
From conference rooms to chapels, the LS832i is purpose-built to support natural-sounding speech reproduction. Its driver complement and vertical pattern control make it a go-to choice for any application demanding intelligible sound in reflective spaces. Whether used alone or in multiples, the LS832i allows audio professionals to deliver focused energy to the audience while minimizing unwanted room interaction.