Main loudspeakers
QSC K8.2: Full Specifications
Quick answer
The QSC K8.2 Active 8" Powered 2000 Watt Loudspeaker lists at $749.99. Published figures: powered Yes, peak power 2,000 W, woofer 8 in. It suits small chapels, front fills for the first two rows, and side fills.
A very wide 105 degree pattern in a small box, with the same amplifier as its larger siblings. Works as a main in a small room and as a front fill or a wedge in a large one.
Every figure below is the manufacturer's own published specification, taken from the product listing and the data sheet. Where a figure is not published it is left out rather than estimated. Price is the listed price when this page was last compiled and it changes often.
QSC K8.2 specifications
The QSC K8.2 publishes powered Yes, peak power 2,000 W, woofer 8 in, at a listed price of $749.99.
| Specification | Published figure |
|---|---|
| Powered | Yes |
| Peak power | 2,000 W |
| Woofer | 8 in |
| Max SPL | 127 dB |
| Coverage pattern | 105 by 105 degrees conical |
| Pole mount | Yes |
| Fly points | Yes |
| Onboard DSP | Yes |
What this model suits in a church
Best for: Small chapels, front fills for the first two rows, and side fills.
Category: main loudspeakers. Tier on this site: Intermediate, which on ChurchSoundCalc means the buy-once pick for a mid-size room, where the money stops being wasted on replacement.
The closest alternatives at a similar price
Same category, nearest price. An alternative with no stated reason is filler, so each of these is here because it trades something specific against the model above.
QSC K10.2 Active 10" Powered 2000 Watt Loudspeaker
$799.99 Specs and sizingThe K12.2 amplifier and DSP behind a 10 inch woofer and a wider 90 degree pattern, which suits a wide, shallow room better than the 12 does.
Best for: Wide fan-shaped rooms and balcony fills where coverage matters more than low end
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Electro-Voice ELX200-12P 12" 1200W 2-Way Powered Loudspeaker
$811.80 Specs and sizingThe install-grade step above the ZLX: better DSP, app control and real M10 fly points, which is what lets it go on the wall permanently.
Best for: A permanent wall or ceiling mounted install in a mid-size room
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QSC CP12 12-Inch Compact Powered Loudspeaker
$649.99 Specs and sizingA lighter, shallower 1,000 watt cabinet with QSC processing. Thirty pounds is the number that matters for a volunteer team that sets up and tears down every week.
Best for: Portable church plants and school or rented venues
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Electro-Voice ZLX-15P-G2 15in. 2-Way Powered Loudspeaker with Bluetooth
$649.00 Specs and sizingThe 15 inch ZLX, which trades a little pattern control for noticeably more low end at the same price point as many 12s.
Best for: Small to mid-size rooms with a band and no subwoofer budget
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| Model | Price | Powered | Peak power | Woofer | Coverage pattern | Pole mount | Onboard DSP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 QSC K8.2 Active 8" Powered 2000 Watt Loudspeaker | $749.99 | Yes | 2,000 W | 8 in | 105 by 105 degrees conical | Yes | Yes |
| QSC K10.2 Active 10" Powered 2000 Watt Loudspeaker | $799.99 | Yes | 2,000 W | 10 in | 90 by 90 degrees conical | Yes | Yes |
| Electro-Voice ELX200-12P 12" 1200W 2-Way Powered Loudspeaker | $811.80 | Yes | 1,200 W | 12 in | 90 by 60 degrees | Yes | Yes |
| QSC CP12 12-Inch Compact Powered Loudspeaker | $649.99 | Yes | 1,000 W | 12 in | 75 by 75 degrees conical | Yes | Yes |
How we chose
We did not test these products in person and we never claim to. Picks are researched from manufacturer specification sheets and operator manuals, FCC rules where spectrum is involved, published standards, warranty terms, and the recurring themes in verified owner reviews. Every pick is matched to a real room size, seat count or input list rather than to a price bracket, and it is placed in the tier where its capability actually belongs. Where a product is wrong for most churches we say so on the page.
Sources
- QSC published specifications for the K8.2
- Amazon product listing features and current pricing
Frequently asked questions
How much does the QSC K8.2 cost?
It was listed at $749.99 when this page was last compiled. Pro audio and video pricing moves frequently and promotional pricing is common, so treat that as a planning figure and confirm the current price before a committee votes on a budget.
Is the QSC K8.2 right for our church?
Small chapels, front fills for the first two rows, and side fills. Beyond that, the honest test is whether its numbers match your room rather than whether it is a good product in the abstract. Work out what your room actually needs first, then check this model against that answer.
Where do these specifications come from?
The manufacturer’s published figures, taken from the product listing and data sheet. We do not test products in person and we never claim to, so nothing here is a measured result. Where a specification is not published by the manufacturer it is omitted rather than estimated.
Researched, not professional advice. This page is compiled from published manufacturer specifications, operator manuals, FCC rules, published standards and owner-review consensus, not hands-on testing. Sound system design, rigging loudspeakers overhead, and any electrical work are jobs for a qualified professional: have flown loudspeakers and their attachment points signed off by a structural engineer or a certified rigger, and have all wiring done by a licensed electrician to your local code. Wireless microphone rules change, so confirm the current FCC position before buying. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.