Audio engineers and sound reinforcement rental houses looking for a compact, high-powered PA speaker will be impressed by the QSC CP8, a 1000W powered PA speaker that’s portable, versatile, and simple to use. It can function as a main PA in a wide variety of positions, with a pair able to cover an audience up to 250. The onboard DSP processing, 3-input mixer, and contour settings with easy-to-use presets help working presenters, musicians, instructors, performers, and A/V providers get powerful, clean, and clear sound quickly.

The speaker provides 90° coverage from the center axis and 124 dB of continuous SPL—plenty of volume for smaller venues including houses of worship, conference centers, performance spaces, and meeting rooms. The highly efficient 1000W Class-D amplifier powers the 1.4" titanium compression driver and 8” woofer, providing crisp, detailed sound with a wide frequency range from 20 kHz down to 56 Hz.

Three inputs are on the back. Inputs A and B feature combo XLR-1/4" connectors. Input A offers a Line input—convenient if you’re using a mixer to combine multiple input sources. Input B offers a Mic/Line selection and a Mic Boost button, which adds an additional +25 dB of gain to the input. Input C features a stereo 3.5mm TRS auxiliary input for connecting portable audio devices including phones and MP3 players.

Individual gain controls on the A&B inputs allow the speaker to function as a 2-channel mixer. Input C is controlled via the A input gain control. Combine a microphone for presentations, or combine a mic, instrument, and backing tracks for singer/songwriter gigs. The speaker can also be used as floor monitors, giving them added versatility.

An XLR Thru-Output is available for daisy-chaining to additional speakers or other audio equipment. All three mono inputs are mixed to a mono signal internally and are passed-thru the Mix Out XLR connector. For a true stereo L/R operation, two CP8s are needed with each to receive independent the left and right signals respectively.

QSC's Directivity Matched Transition (DMT) matches the angle of the woofer and the horn to ensure consistent, high-quality sound across the entire coverage area. The Intrinsic Correction techniques ensure a smooth power response, resulting in accurate performance in a wide range of acoustic spaces with little or no EQ. The CP8 includes a power cord.

For Small Spaces up to 250 People    Clean, Clear, Loud & Portable at 21 lb    Contour Presets + 3-Input Mixer    90° Coverage, 56 Hz to 20 kHz    Dual Combo XLR-1/4" Inputs + 3.5mm Input    Integrated Handles for Easy Transport    Proprietary Waveguide Technology

• Compact and powerful performance
• 1000W peak power Class-D amplifier module
• Easily selected contours for commonly used applications
• Advanced DSP with Intrinsic Correction for superior sound quality and speaker protection
• Directivity Matched Transition (DMT) for consistent frequency response across the entire coverage area
• Lightweight and highly portable
• Professional appearance looks great in any application
• Use for main PA, stage monitor, or instrument amplifier
• 35mm pole socket

• Default: The standard, factory voicing of the loudspeaker for use with live music, program music, or instruments.
• Default Ext Sub: The standard, factory voicing of the loudspeaker with an 80 Hz high-pass filter for use with live music, program music, or instruments, and an external subwoofer, for example, the KS112.
• Dance: A voicing with low-frequency enhancement and mid/high clarity more suitable for program material playback like pop or electronic music. When MIC BOOST is selected, input B contour changes to “Speech” while input A remains as “Dance.”
• Dance Ext Sub: A voicing with low-frequency enhancement and mid/high clarity more suitable for program material playback like pop or electronic music, with an 80 Hz high-pass filter for use with an external subwoofer, for example, the KS112. When MIC BOOST is selected, input B contour changes to “Speech” while input A remains as “Dance.”
• Floor Monitor: A voicing for a full, balanced sound when used as a floor monitor, giving added stability when live microphones are nearby
• Speech: A voicing (Input B only) that gives clarity and stability when used with either a hand-held dynamic microphone or headset microphone. Input A/C remains on the Default voicing so that music or audio can pass through the loudspeaker simultaneously without the Speech voicing being applied to it.

MIC Boost adds +25 dB to Input B when the MIC Boost button is engaged

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. can you disingade the processor and just you's them flat ?thanks

A: The YSL10P features three EQ models to shape the speaker's tonal response so it will sound best when used for different applications. Other than EQ, there is no built-in processing like reverb, compression, limiter, noise gates, etc. Concert mode is intended for live performance and provides a natural sound for use with instruments and vocals. Club mode boosts bass frequencies and enhances highs for playing back recorded music. Monitor mode delivers a clear tone for voice and minimizes feedback which allows the speaker to work well as a stage monitor. Monitor mode offers the flattest response of the three modes. Here is a link to the user manual which provides more details about the settings: https://yorkville.com/downloads/servman/sm_yxl10p-yxl12p-yxl15p.pdf?v=1606744608

Q: 2. If I had two speakers, can they connect wireless to one another or do I still need to daisy chain them with an XLR cable?

A: The Mackie SRT series speakers, including this SRT 212 model support stereo bluetooth pairing. Please see pages 16-17 of the manual here for more details: https://bhpho.to/36kpm88

Q: 3. Which cable is needed to connect to iPad

A: The QSC K12.2 Two-Way 12" 2000W Powered Portable PA Speaker with Integrated Speaker Processor could receive a hardwired signal from an iPad via its 3.5mm auxiliary input connection. To achieve this, a standard 3.5mm TRS to TRS cable would be required, such as the Pearstone Stereo Mini Male to Stereo Mini Male Cable (Black, 10')(BH #PEMMSA110B). The auxiliary cable would then need to be adapted to Lightning or USB Type-C with one of the 3.5mm adapters offered by Apple (or similar), depending on the connection on the iPad.

Q: 4. Hi is this speakers more powerful or louder than alto TS415 I bought a pair of alto here 8 months ago

A: Technically (based purely on the specs), the Alto Professional TS415 2500W is slightly more powerful/louder than the QSC K12.2 Two-Way 12" 2000W Powered Portable PA Speaker with Integrated Speaker Processor.

Q: 5. If I connect this speaker to my cd player will I get both channels or just one?

A: If you use the RCA inputs you will hear both sides. The signal will be summed to a mono-signal.

Q: 6. Is this good for a CD player with RCA outputs?

A: Yes that would be directly compatible.

Q: 7. On this speaker can I send both channels to it with single to duel rca adapters?

A: If you use the RCA inputs you will hear both sides. The signal will be summed to a mono-signal.

Q: 8. what speakers are used in the new QSC active 2000 watt speaker?

A: qsc k12 model have power problem.it solved in k12.2 new model

Q: 9. I receive this unit with 120v as input voltage, can i plug it on 220v electic source ? and why on the specs they write there 220v-240v ?

A: The specs list: US Detachable Line Cord: 100 120 VAC, 50 60 Hz, 160WEU Detachable Line Cord: 220 240 VAC, 50 60 Hz, 160WB&H is selling the US version, not the EU version.

Q: 10. Can you specify flyware for 2 K12.2s, please? They will be attached to concrete.

A: We have the QSC M10 Forged-Shoulder Steel Eyebolt Kit-C (B&H # QSM10KITC) and QSC M10 Kit-W Eyebolt Kit for Vertical Orientation (B&H # QSM10KITW).