SKU: OSD-SSVC6D
OSD SSVC6D6x Zone 2x Source (Master A/B) Speaker Selector w/ 300W Volume Control, Impedance Protection
The SSVC6D dual source 6-pair speaker selector with volume controls is one of our most popular models because it's the perfect fit and price for a wide range of distributed audio systems and includes features found on selectors that cost three times as much. Made of high quality metal cast construction and compact enough to fit tablet top, this versatile speaker selector connects six pairs of speakers or 12 speakers total and puts you in control of which zone to play and at what volume level. Compatible with all high-power amps up to 300W, the front-mounted master A/B switch allows you to toggle between two audio sources; for instance, switch from music streamed from your tablet or receiver with just a push of a button.
Features:
- Dual source speaker selector that distributes audio from a high current amplifier to up to six pairs of speakers or six 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, a combination of pairs, or all six pairs simultaneously 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 and equipment racks
- Six 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
This durable 6-zone speaker selector will accommodate many distributed audio systems and is limited only by your imagination. Control your outdoor rock speakers and patio system with outputs 1 and 2, dining room and kitchen speakers with outputs 3 and 4, etc., to create a professional-level whole house system. The SSVC6D is also well suited for commercial applications such as restaurants where the bar area may have higher volumes than the dining rooms and restrooms.
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.
Designed for Ease of Use and Installation
Connecting 12 speakers is a tedious and frustrating chore which is why the SSVC6D includes removable input and output connectors that accept up to 14-gauge speaker cable. The heavy-duty connectors unplug from the back so you can strip and insert the wires systematically without confusion of what speaker wire is going to what zone. For added convenience, the individual on/off buttons are slotted so you can label each of the listening zones.
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- Speaker Selector Type: 6 Zone Dual Source w/ Volume Control
- # of Zones or Speaker Pairs: 6
- Dual Source
- A/B Switch works as On/Off Switch: A is On and B is Off
- 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
- Automatic Poly Switches - Built-in overload protection: Poly Switches Turn Off Unit When Overloaded
- Total Attenuation per Zone/ Volume Control; 42dB Maximum, 12 positions
- Dimensions (L x H x D): 16.75" x 2.5" x 6.25"
- Weight: 9 lbs
- Warranty: 2 Years
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John Bagatais • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I have an Onkyo TX-80 receiver. I use it with a simple speaker selector to output to any of 6 pairs of hard wired speakers of different makes/sizes & impedences
(deck/kitchen/porch/living room and play room), 5 total pairs. There are no selector volume controls which is a balancing problem when more than one set of speakers is chosen.
We do not typically crank up the volume. I am looking to purchase the OSD SSVC6D for the volume adjustment capability. Would I need anything more to make this setup work?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi John:
Pretty simple disconnect one pair and connect to the removable input connector in which there are three, one for zone 1 and 2 (8 connections Left and Right, plus or minus times 2 zones). Alos one for Zone 3 and 4 and one for Zone 5 and 6. Last you will connect to Input A (Source A) with a similar connector to the Zones (Source A and Source B). You can connect a second source to Source B. But only one source is available to play at once. There is a Master Source A or B switch on front panel, no individual switches per zone for Source.
Good luck
TL/5141
JC • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Will this 6 channel selector work with my old pioneer VSX-453 receiver? I want to run a few pairs of speakers in other rooms.
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
HI JC:
The Pioneer Receiver will work with the SSVC6D as long as you are planning to connect the SSVC6 to your Front Speaker A or B. The Pioneer should have no problem powering however many zones you want to connect of the SSVC6. The SSVC6 features individual Impedance Matching Volume Controls per zone that makes sure that your Pioneer Receiver sees an 8-ohm load. The receiver would have problems connecting to anything else at the same time. Note; with these older receivers, you limit the number and type of source inputs you can use. There is, of course, an AM/FM tuner built-in, Phono input for a turntable with Moving Magnet Cartridge. Then a CD and LD that can be used to connect stereo inputs. You could add streaming components like Bluetooth Receiver, Chromecast Audio, AMAZON Echo Dot or the more expensive SONOS Connect. These all typically offer an analog connection that can connect to either the CD or LD inputs. When you ready, you can upgrade to a stand-alone AMP like our AMP300 combined with our Pre-One Preamplifier. You could connect all of the aforementioned streaming devices to the Pre-One/AMP300 combo.
Good luck
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Frank • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I have an Onkyo-8160 receiver. I have a large home and want to power 8 pairs of 8ohm speakers indoors as well as 6 pair of 8ohm speakers outdoors. What would be my best solution for this? Thanks
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Frank:
There are options available depending on how much control you want to have either at your central location or for each local zone. Your ONKYO will work the best powering either the inside or outside, not both. Let's look at inside first since that would be best for the ONKYO Receiver. The first option a basic system would include a speaker selector with internal Impedance Matching Protection. The second option would involve adding Impedance matching Volume Controls for each zone and connecting with a DSM8 speaker selector. But depending on your setup maybe adding volume controls is not an easy solution. So a third option would be adding an SSVC4; a 4 zone speaker selector with internal Impedance matching Volume Controls. You would add two boxes, one for Speaker A and the second one for Speaker B. The outside setup you will want to add our OSD AMP300 connected to the Zone 2 pre-amp output of the ONKYO. You will have a couple of options for outdoors as well. Number one would be adding an SSVC6 to handle Impedance Matching and control the volume and on/off capability at the Central location. The second option would be using a DSM6 speaker selector while adding OVC300 Impedance Matching Volume Controls one for each pair of speakers. Certainly easier to add the OVC300 to the outdoor system and is nice to have the control right there at the pair of speakers. Please let me know if I can be of more assistance. tim@osdaudio.com
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Fred • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I currently have 6 pairs of speakers powered by a Yamaha R-8 receiver. One pair of speakers is hooked to the receiver's B terminals and the other 5 pairs are hooked to the A terminals via a speaker selector box (no individual volume controls). I would like to add a Yamaha R-N803 receiver to also power these speakers. Would the SSVC6 be a good choice for this scenario?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Fred:
The SSVC6 would be a good addition with its Dual Source option so you could connect both Yamaha Receivers, the new one to Source A and the original one to Source B. But you are limited to Source A or Source B. A second, more interesting option would be to add an SSVC4 which has Dual source selectable per zone. You could connect The newest Yamaha Receiver, Speaker A to Source A of the SSVC4. Plus connect Speaker B to one of the six zones. Then connect the second Yamaha Receiver Speaker B to Source B of the SSVC4 and Speaker A to the final zone of the 6. You could even add a second SSVC4 and expand to 8 zones and have a dual-source option for all eight zones. Let me know if you need further clarification.
tim@osdaudio.com
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Patrick • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
We have built in speakers in rooms that run through main wires to one end point - one wire per room, 4 in total (not a Left/Right for each). This combined with the main stereo would give us 5 zones. Would this work with this system?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Patrick:I want to help you, but first I have a few questions of my own. 1) What are the components of your primary system? 2) Did you design the multi-room setup (4 rooms) or inherit this application? So there is a single two-conductor speaker cable running to a single speaker in four separate rooms, are they all the same speaker (Brand and model)? Do you have the ability to run additional wires? Note: The SSVC6 is a Two Channel Stereo Speaker Selector with builtin Impedance Matching Volume Controls that does not appear to be a right solution based upon your initial explanation. Please let me know more, tim@osdaudio.com.TL/5547