SKU: OSD-SSVC2
OSD SSVC22x Zone 2x Source (Master A/B) Speaker Selector w/ 300W Volume Control, Impedance Protection
The SSVC2 is low-profile table top volume controls with individual A/B input selectors for each listening zone. The SVC300, a 300 watt autoformer volume control is utilized in each SSVC for uncompromised sound quality and performance. The spring-loaded guillotine-style push terminals accept up to 14 gauge cable. The SSVC's feature 16 gauge steel construction with our durable black wrinkle powder coating and gray silk-screening. The 8.5" chassis width of the SSVC2 or SSVC1 combines with other 8.5" wide OSD components to make a standard 17" wide unit.
Features:
- Dual source speaker selector that distributes audio from a high current amplifier to up to two pairs of speakers or two separate zones
- Includes individual volume control knobs to raise or lower the volume of each listening zone
- Front-mounted master A/B switch lets you turn sources either on or off
- Play one pair, or a combination of pairs, and adjust the volume to suit each zone
- Impedance protection allows a single amplifier to safely power several pairs of speakers
- Autoformer-based operates more efficiently than resistor-based selectors
- Compact table top design or fits inside cabinets
- Two individual zone on/off slotted buttons for easy labeling
- Removable input/output connectors provide hassle-free hook-up
- Compatible with all high-current amplifiers up to 300W
- Accepts up to 14-gauge speaker cable
- High quality metal construction
Impedance-Matching Protection Safeguards Amplifiers
To help protect expensive audio equipment, this 6-zone high-power speaker selector includes impedance-matching frequency protection circuitry that reduces subsonic signals so you can safely drive multiple pairs of speakers without going below the amp's impedance ratings which can cause it to overheat or shut down.
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- Speaker Selector Type: 2 Zone Dual Source w/ Volume Control
- # of Zones or Speaker Pairs: 2
- Dual Source w/ Independent A/B Switch Per Zone
- Impedance Protection: Yes
- Speaker Impedance: 8 Ohms
- Impedance-matching Frequency Protection Circuitry
- Maximum Operating Range: 300W
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz
- Input Source: Up to 2 Amplifiers or Receivers
- Input/ Output Connector Type: Spring-loaded Guillotine-style Push Terminals
- Wiring Requirement: Up to 14 Gauge Wire
- Internal Jumper Settings: 1x, 2x, 4x, and 8x
- Autoformer-based Operates More Efficiently Than Transformer-based
- Dimensions (L x H x D): 8.5" x 2.5" x 6.25"
- Weight: 5 lbs
- Warranty: 2 Years
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Ed • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi, I have 2 pairs of Bose 251 Speakers (4 total) and a Bose SA-5 Amplifier. Unfortunately with the amplifier you cannot separate the channels, it must be done manually if I want to disconnect 2 of the speakers. I have purchased 2 different other types of splits but as soon as I increase the volume half way the sound disconnects, I have to lower it to get the sound. My question is: Will this (SSVC2 2 Pair Speaker Selector Dual Source 300W Volume Control) work to separate the channels but at the same keep the same quality sound as if it was connected directly to the amplifier? Thank you
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Ed:
The SSVC2 is ideal for your application because it features dual Source inputs. The SSVC2 allows you to utilize both Speaker A to Source A and Speaker B to Source B of the SSVC2. The SSVC2 features both a Source A/B switch as well as On/Off button per each zone. Plus you have internal Impedance Matching Volume Controls which will allow you to attenuate the volume levels for each pair of speakers independently.
Good choice
TL/5422
Demian • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi,
I'm considering the SSVC2 speaker selector to manage playback of two 8-ohm Boston Acoustics RK8T2 rock speakers in my yard. Each of these speakers is wired as a stereo pair and cover two different zones. The speakers are currently being powered by a Denon AVR5600 receiver, which supplies 140 watts RMS per channel (the speakers are rated for up to 200 watts/channel). The DSP in the receiver is misbehaving a bit, and so I'd like to change my setup to use the same two amp channels to power both speakers, and to have individual volume control for each zone. The problem I'm running into is that most speaker selectors that include the volume control are only rated for 100 watts RMS, and I'm concerned that the Denon's 140 watts/channel will overpower them. I'm hoping you can clarify the power handling capability of the SSVC2 - the website listing says it supports 300 watts, and the user manual gives conflicting info: one part of the manual says "The SSVC1 SSVC2 & SSVC4 are designed for use with a receiver or amplifier with a maximum power of 180 Watts per channel at 8 ohms respectively", and the Technical Specifications section says that "Audio Power Handling is 100 Watts/Channel peak". What is the actual power handling of this device in relation to the receiver I'm using?
On a related note, will using a speaker selector like the SSVC2 be likely to reduce the sound output or diminish the audio quality? I'm looking for the convenience of individual zone audio control, but don't want to give up output or quality. The alternative I've been considering is replacing the AVR5600 entirely in favor of using a new zone 2 amp like your XMP300 or AMP300 model - but those amps don't allow you to control the volume individually per zone, and are also high powered at 150 watts per channel.
Any insight you can provide would be greatly appreciated - thanks in advance for your feedback.
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Demian:
It sounds like the SSVC2 will be ideal for your application. The SSVC2 has two internal SVC300 Impedance Matching Volume Controls, rated for 300 watts peak and 150 to 180 RMS. The key is to have enough power handling capability of the internal transformers, so they do not saturate them before the music become inaudible. Note: Just turning the Volume Controls so you hear no signal, does not disconnect the Volume Control if the music is still active from the source. The On/Off switch on the SSVC2 will shut the zone source completely.
Good choice
TL/5506
Jody • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Will this work with car audio speakers? I want to run 2 pairs of 6×9" in each zone.
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Jody:The SSVC2 will work with 6x9 car speakers. But most if not all 6x9 speakers for a car are rated at 4 ohms per pair. Technically if you are using an 8- ohm rated amplifier you would have to set the impedance matching to 8X per each zone. That would involve opening the cover and changing the Impedance setting to 8X for both zones. The 8x number corresponds to the number of 8-ohm speakers you have connected in parallel to your receiver. When calculating 4-ohm speakers, each pair counts as two 8-ohm speakers or 2X per pair times four pairs total + 8X for both settings. When you wire two pair of 4-ohm 6 x 9 speakers, the load drops to 2-ohm. Our AMP200 and AMP300 are two ohms stable, and you could get away setting each zone to 4X. But if your amp will only do an 8-ohm load than 8X would work. You will need to remove the cover on the SVC2, make sure your input and output connectors are disconnected (pulled out).Good luckTL/5636
larry edmonds • 06/22/2021, 3:26:44 PM
I have a pioneer 5.1 surround sound receiver that does not have an a/ b switch, i have installed a pair of speakers buy the pool. My question is can I use this unit to separately control both pairs of speaker by hooking up the front channel and the rear channel to separately control both sets of speakers when the receiver is set on stereo.
Customer Service • 06/24/2021, 7:07:35 PM
Hi Larry:
I am assuming that when you choose stereo playback, the sound is only coming from the Front Left and Right speakers. So if you hook up the Front to Source A and the Rear speakers to Source B. And one pair is connected to Zone 1, and the second pair to zone 2. When you press Stereo output, then press Source A for both Zone 1 and Zone 2, you will play the same stereo signal through both pairs of speakers. So I guess the answer would be yes; it will allow you to play both speakers while controlling the volume levels separately.
TimL/6-24-21
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