WiiM CI MOD A80 Amplifier & 2 x JBL Stage 280C In-Ceiling Speakers

This package consists of a WiiM CI MOD A80 Amplifier and 2 x JBL Stage 280C In-Ceiling Speakers.

In our opinion, this package is ideal for a medium-sized room and will provide high-quality audio.

WiiM CI MOD A80 Amplifier

The WiiM CI MOD A80 is a compact, rack‑mountable streaming amplifier designed for custom audio installations. Combining modern streaming convenience with powerful stereo amplification, the A80 is perfect for driving passive in-ceiling and in-wall speakers in multi-room audio systems. It pairs a high‑quality 32‑bit ESS Sabre DAC with an efficient Class‑D amplifier to deliver 60 W per channel into 8 Ω (120 W into 4 Ω). The unit supports Wi‑Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless streaming, HDMI ARC, optical, RCA and USB inputs, plus subwoofer output for flexible connectivity. The A80 is compatible with popular streaming protocols/services including Chromecast Audio, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect and DLNA, and supports Hi‑Res audio up to 24‑bit/192 kHz. Control and EQ customisation is available via the WiiM Home app, making it an extremely flexible streaming amplifier for whole home audio.

Key Features

• Audio & Power
  • 60 W per channel (8 Ω) / 120 W (4 Ω) Class‑D amplifier
  • ESS Sabre 32‑bit DAC for high-fidelity sound
  • High‑res audio up to 24‑bit/192 kHz, gapless playback
    
    
• Connectivity & Streaming
  • Wi‑Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.3
  • Supports Chromecast Audio, Spotify/TIDAL Connect, DLNA, Roon
  • Inputs: HDMI ARC, optical, RCA, USB
  • Outputs: speakers & subwoofer
    
    
• DSP & Sound Tuning
  • Room correction, bass management, 24 EQ presets, 10‑band graphic EQ
    
    
• Integration & Control
  • Compact, rack-mountable design
  • Controlled via WiiM Home app
  • Compatible with Control4, URC, RTI, Josh.ai for smart home

JBL Stage 280C In-Ceiling Speakers

JBL was founded in California in 1946. Over the years they have become a go-to brand for many consumers, musicians and sound engineers. JBLs reputation for producing high quality domestic and professional speaker systems that deliver clear and powerful sound is legendary. We are now pleased to offer their range of architectural speakers which builds on this historic JBL DNA.

The Stage 280C has an 8" (200mm) Polycellulose cone woofer and 1" (25mm) Aluminium dome tweeter with an acoustic lens waveguide. A visually discrete zero bezel grille and easy installation allow these speakers to be heard and not seen. Elements including baffles with acoustic smoothing and acoustic lens tweeters have been incorporated into the design to ensure that the sound is clear and accurate.

Features

• 1" (25mm) Aluminium dome tweeter with Acoustic Lens for smooth on and off axis frequency response
• 8" (200mm) Polycellulose cone woofer
• Premium air-core inductors and mylar cap capacitor crossover network components ensure that sound remains dynamic at all listening levels
• Harman target curve acoustic performance for smooth accurate sound over a large listening area
• Rigid baffle design with acoustic smoothing for improved transducer integration
• XL-2 installation system compatible with up to 2” (50mm) thick wall/ceiling material
• Zero bezel metal grille installs flush to wall or ceiling for clean inconspicuous appearance