SONODYNE SOW 6140

Product overview

The SONODYNE SOW 6140 is a compact passive 2-way wall mount speaker featuring a 4 inch low frequency driver and a 1 inch dome tweeter, with a dedicated pan and tilt wall bracket for flexible positioning.

Direct 8 Ω and 100 V / 70 V inputs with multiple power taps let the SOW 6140 work with low impedance amplifiers and constant voltage lines: 40 W in direct mode, 100 V taps of 2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W, 20 W and 70 V taps of 1.25 W, 2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W. The bass reflex polypropylene enclosure, powder coated aluminium grille and IP65 weatherised construction suit indoor and outdoor use.

Key features

• 2-way speaker with 4 inch LF driver and 1 inch HF driver
• Compact and sturdy enclosure
• Balanced frequency response for warmth, detail and clarity
• Direct 8 Ω and 100 V / 70 V inputs with multiple power taps
• Weatherised IP65 construction for outdoor use
• Powder coated aluminium grille
• Powder coated aluminium mounting bracket
• Horizontal and vertical tilt adjustment
• Available in white and black

Enclosure and transducers

A 4 inch woofer and a 1 inch dome tweeter work in a passive 2 way bass reflex polypropylene enclosure behind a powder coated aluminium mesh grille. Frequency response is 90 Hz - 20 kHz, ±6 dB, sensitivity 86 dB (1 W, 1 m, half space). The SOW 6140 measures 136 x 196 x 131 mm (W x H x D) and weighs 1.7 kg.

Pan and tilt wall bracket

The speaker comes with a dedicated pan and tilt wall mounting bracket in powder coated aluminium, adjustable horizontally and vertically, finished to match the speaker in black or white.

Direct, 100 V and 70 V operation

In direct mode the SOW 6140 is an 8 Ω speaker handling 40 W with 102 dB maximum SPL. On constant voltage lines it offers 100 V taps of 2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W, 20 W and 70 V taps of 1.25 W, 2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W. The input is a colour coded push type terminal.

The SOW 6000 Series

The SOW 6000 Series comes in three sizes: SOW 6140 (4 inch, 40 W), SOW 6150 (5 inch, 60 W) and SOW 6160 (6 inch, 80 W), all passive 2 way IP65 wall mount speakers with 100 V / 70 V taps and a pan and tilt bracket.

In the box

• SOW 6140 wall mount speaker
• Pan and tilt wall mounting bracket

Available versions

• Black: SOW 6140
• White: SOW 6140

SONODYNE SOW 6140: frequently asked questions

Can the SOW 6140 be used on 100 V and 70 V systems?

Yes. It has 100 V taps (2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W, 20 W), 70 V taps (1.25 W, 2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W) and a direct 8 Ω mode (40 W).

Is it suitable for outdoor use?

Yes. SONODYNE describes weatherised IP65 construction for outdoor use, with a powder coated aluminium grille and bracket.

Is the wall bracket included?

Yes. It includes a dedicated pan and tilt wall bracket with horizontal and vertical tilt adjustment.

Where can I buy the SONODYNE SOW 6140 in India?

The SONODYNE SOW 6140 is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Retail store background music on 100 V

Shops with speakers along the walls.

Connections

Setup

1. Fix the SOW 6140 bracket to the wall.
2. Select a 100 V power tap for each speaker.
3. Aim the speaker with the pan and tilt bracket.

Tip: 100 V taps: 2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W, 20 W.

Workflow 2: Restaurant on a 70 V line

Restaurants and cafes with 70 V systems.

Connections

Setup

1. Mount the speakers around the dining area.
2. Select a 70 V tap.
3. Tilt each speaker towards the seating.

Tip: 70 V taps: 1.25 W, 2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W.

Workflow 3: Direct 8 Ω system

Small rooms driven by a low impedance amplifier.

Connections

Setup

1. Set the speaker to direct 8 Ω mode.
2. Connect red and black to the amplifier output.
3. Set the level.

Tip: 40 W power handling in direct mode.

Workflow 4: Outdoor terrace or patio

Open air seating and outdoor areas.

Connections

Setup

1. Mount the speaker on the wall with its bracket.
2. Select the tap.
3. Aim it at the listening area.

Tip: IP65 weatherised construction for outdoor use.

Workflow 5: Corridors and lobbies

Paging and music along corridors.

Connections

Setup

1. Space the speakers along the corridor.
2. Set the same tap on each.
3. Tilt them along the corridor.

Tip: Horizontal and vertical tilt adjustment.

Workflow 6: Mixed zones with one speaker model

Projects with both low impedance and 100 V zones.

Connections

Setup

1. Use direct 8 Ω mode where a low impedance amplifier drives the zone.
2. Use the 100 V or 70 V taps on line zones.
3. Choose black or white to match the room.

Tip: Direct 8 Ω and 100 V / 70 V inputs with multiple power taps.