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Sony SS-CS8

Center channel speaker · Discontinued

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The Sony SS-CS8 is a 6 Ω center channel speaker rated 86 dB (2.83 V, 1 m). Of the 29 receivers and amps in our catalogue, 29 are rated to drive it.

$169 each (MSRP, September 2014)

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Receivers and amplifiers for the SS-CS8

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Rated to drive it (29)

SS-CS8 specifications

Impedance6 Ω
Sensitivity86 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
Low end55 Hz
Drivers1 × 25 mm, 2 × 100 mm
Size17×6×9 in
Weight5 kg (11 lb)
MSRP$169 each (MSRP, September 2014)

Every value comes from the sources under References, last retrieved September 15, 2026. To check it against the rest of your system, use the compatibility checker.

Questions about the SS-CS8

What receiver do I need for the SS-CS8?
One rated for 6 Ω speakers. In our catalogue, Denon AVR-S570BT, Emotiva BasX A-700 and Yamaha RX500A are rated to drive it.
Is the SS-CS8 4 ohm or 8 ohm?
The Sony SS-CS8 has a nominal impedance of 6 Ω, between the two. Use a receiver or amplifier rated down to 6 Ω or lower.
How much power does the SS-CS8 need?
Sony does not publish a recommended amplifier power. Its sensitivity is 86 dB (2.83 V, 1 m). How much of that you use depends on how far you sit and how loud you listen, which the 3D editor works out for your room.
How low does the SS-CS8 go?
The Sony SS-CS8 is rated down to 55 Hz. Below that, a subwoofer takes over; where the bass actually lands depends on your room's modes.
How big is the SS-CS8?
The Sony SS-CS8 measures 430 × 146 × 220 mm (16.9 × 5.7 × 8.7 in, width × height × depth) and weighs 5 kg (11 lb).

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References

  1. Sony SS-CS8: Owner's manual, pdf-manuals.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. Sony SS-CS8: Independent measurement, speakerdecision.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  3. Sony SS-CS8: Independent measurement, hometechnologyreview.com, retrieved September 15, 2026

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