In August, Australian loudspeaker brand Quest reached a pivotal milestone, celebrating the launch of 3 new product lines with a special event welcoming installers, integrators, and operators from across the country. With the launch of Quest’s new website, detailed information for each product is now available, offering a deeper look at the latest releases.
Qi Series
The Qi Series consists of 8 passive loudspeaker models and 2 subwoofer solutions, designed for permanent installation audio. Representing a sophisticated evolution in Quest’s integration-forward engineering, the Qi Series offers high-fidelity performance and finely crafted timber cabinets with smooth acoustic grilles. Made for discreet integration into architectural spaces, the series is augmented by rotatable waveguides, accessories for flexible configuration and weatherproof options.
Qi5
2-Way 5″ Installation Loudspeaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 16 Ω
Transducers: 1″ HF & 5″ LF
Dispersion: 120° x 80°
Horn: Rotatable
Power: 135W RMS
Mounting: Horizontal & Vertical Brackets
Qi8
2-Way 8″ Installation Loudspeaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 1″ HF & 8″ LF
Dispersion: 90° x 70°
Horn: Rotatable
Power: 200W RMS
Mounting: Horizontal & Vertical Brackets
Qi8E
2-Way 8″ Weatherproof Installation Loudspeaker
Extending the Qi8’s performance and sleek design, the Qi8E is purpose-built for applications requiring added durability and protection against the elements.
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 1″ HF & 8″ LF
Dispersion: 90° x 70°
Horn: Rotatable
Power: 200W RMS
Mounting: Horizontal & Vertical Brackets
Weather Rating: IP55
Qi25
2-Way Dual 5″ Installation Loudspeaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 1″ HF & Dual 5″ LF
Dispersion: 120° x 80°
Horn: Rotatable
Power: 250W RMS
Mounting: Horizontal & Vertical Brackets
Qi10
2-Way 10″ Installation Loudspeaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 1″ HF & 10″ LF
Dispersion: 90° x 70°
Horn: Rotatable
Power: 300W RMS
Mounting: Horizontal & Vertical Brackets
Qi12
2-Way 12″ Installation Loudspeaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 1.4″ HF & 12″ LF
Dispersion: 80° x 50°
Horn: Rotatable
Power: 300W RMS
Mounting: Horizontal & Vertical Brackets
Qi12E
2-Way 12″ Installation Weatherproof Loudspeaker
Extending the Qi8’s performance and sleek design, the Qi8E is purpose-built for applications requiring added durability and protection against the elements.
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 1.4″ HF & 12″ LF
Dispersion: 80° x 50°
Horn: Rotatable
Power: 300W RMS
Mounting: Horizontal & Vertical Brackets
Weather Rating: IP55
Qi15
2-Way 15″ Installation Loudspeaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 1″ HF & 15″ LF
Dispersion: 80° x 50°
Horn: Rotatable
Power: 350W RMS
Mounting: Horizontal & Vertical Brackets
Qi12S
12″ Installation Subwoofer
The Quest Qi12S subwoofer combines powerful low-frequency performance with installation-friendly design. A proprietary 12-inch long-excursion driver in a hybrid horn-loaded enclosure ensures extended bass and controlled output for small to medium-sized spaces. The discreet, low-profile hardwood cabinet integrates seamlessly into architectural environments, fitting under stages, within custom joinery, or in ceiling cavities without compromising visual design.
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 12″ LF
Power: 300W RMS
Qi18S
18″ Installation Subwoofer
Engineered for large-scale installations, the Quest Qi18S subwoofer provides deep, authoritative bass and impressive output levels. Its robust 18-inch ultra-long-excursion driver delivers low-frequency extension with precision and clarity, making it ideal for high-demand music and sound reinforcement applications.
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 8 Ω
Transducers: 18″ LF
Power: 1000W RMS
MX Series – Reimagined
Representing the next step in Quest’s weatherproof systems for commercial and hospitality applications, the MX Series has been reimagined and relaunched. Evolving from the popular MX801 & MX601, the MX4, MX6 and MX8 combine premium sound quality with a robust enclosure design, ensuring consistent performance in both indoor and outdoor environments. Built for long‑term durability, the new loudspeakers are designed around a custom UB1X bracket system, allowing for precise alignment and a rapid, streamlined installation.
MX8
2-Way 8″ High-Fidelity Weatherproof Speaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 16 Ω & 70/100V
Transducers: 1″ HF & 8″ LF
Dispersion: 140° × 110°
Power: 80W RMS
Weather Rating: IP55, or IP65 with included connector cover.
Mounting: Wall mount (UB1X) included; ceiling mount (UB2X) optional
MX6
2-Way 6″ High-Fidelity Weatherproof Speaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 16 Ω & 70/100 V
Transducers: 1″ HF & 6″ LF
Dispersion: 150° × 125°
Power: 60W RMS
Weather Rating: IP55, or IP65 with included connector cover.
Mounting: Wall mount (UB1X) included; ceiling mount (UB2X) optional
MX4
2-Way 4″ High-Fidelity Weatherproof Speaker
Key Specifications:
Impedance: 16 Ω & 70/100V
Transducers: 1″ HF & 4″ LF
Dispersion: 150° × 125°
Power: 50W RMS
Weather Rating: IP55, or IP65 with included connector cover.
Mounting: Wall mount (UB1X) included; ceiling mount (UB2X) optional
The new MX loudspeakers have been engineered for tonal consistency with the broader MX Series, including Quest’s ceiling speakers and subwoofer systems, which remain available.
QXD Series
Based on a form-factor established by the highly successful QX Series, Quest’s QXD Series is a range of cutting-edge 4-channel power amps with DSP and Network capabilities. Featuring high-powered UMAC Class-D amplifiers designed for performance-critical installations, the QXD Series offers highly efficient power delivery with ultra-low distortion and exceptional dynamic range. QXD amplifiers feature integrated 32bit/96kHz DSP for flexible signal management, featuring FIR and IIR filters, Peak and RMS limiters, and onboard Quest loudspeaker presets.
High-resolution TFT display and LED-illuminated encoders offer direct hands-on control from the front panel, whilst network control and GPIO are accessible via RJ45 ports- allowing for remote management and integration into broader AV systems. Optional Dante/AES67 expansion adds networked audio capability, supporting adaptable system integration across demanding AV environments.
QXD-1K
4-Channel 1000W Advanced Power Amplifier
Key Specifications:
Channels: 4 x 250W (Low-Z), 2 x 500W (Bridged for Low-Z, 70V, or 100V)
DSP: 32bit/96kHz FIR/IIR Filters, Limiters, Speaker Libraries
Mounting: 1RU Rack
Control: RJ45 & GPIO, Front TFT Display
Options: Dante/AES67 Expansion Card
QXD-2K
4-Channel 2000W Advanced Power Amplifier
Key Specifications:
Channels: 4 x 500W (Low-Z, 70V, or 100V)
DSP: 32bit/96kHz FIR/IIR Filters, Limiters, Speaker Libraries
Mounting: 1RU Rack
Control: RJ45 & GPIO, Front TFT Display
Options: Dante/AES67 Expansion Card
QXD-5K
4-Channel 5000W Advanced Power Amplifier
Key Specifications:
Channels: 4 x 750W (Low-Z), 2 x 2500W (Bridged), 2 x 1500W (70V/100V)
DSP: 32bit/96kHz FIR/IIR Filters, Limiters, Speaker Libraries
Mounting: 2RU Rack
Control: RJ45 & GPIO, Front TFT Display
Options: Dante/AES67 Expansion Card
QXD-10K
4-Channel 10000W Advanced Power Amplifier
Key Specifications:
Channels: 4 x 2500W (Low-Z, 70V, or 100V)
DSP: 32bit/96kHz FIR/IIR Filters, Limiters, Speaker Libraries
Mounting: 2RU Rack
Control: RJ45 & GPIO, Front TFT Display
Options: Dante™/AES67 Expansion Card
To learn more, please visit the official Quest website.
