Bose FreeSpace FS4SE Surface-Mount Loudspeakers, UL 1480A Rated, Pair

The Bose FreeSpace FS4SE Surface-Mount Loudspeakers deliver premium performance for background music and voice reinforcement in commercial environments. Designed as part of the next generation of the trusted FreeSpace series, the FS4SE combines exceptional sound quality, durability, and modern aesthetics to meet the demands of both indoor and outdoor installations.

Equipped with a 4.5-inch full-range transducer, the FS4SE provides clear, balanced sound with smooth frequency response from 70 Hz to 17 kHz. Its shared voicing across the entire FreeSpace line ensures consistent tonal quality, allowing seamless mix-and-match integration with other FS models. The loudspeaker supports both 70/100V and low-impedance operation for flexible system design, while the included mounting hardware simplifies installation on walls or surfaces.

Rated for outdoor and wet installations, the FS4SE is an ideal solution for retail stores, restaurants, hospitality venues, and public facilities that require reliable, high-quality distributed sound. Available in black or white finishes, it complements a wide variety of architectural designs.

Key Features

• 4.5-inch full-range transducer for music and voice reproduction
• Wide coverage pattern for consistent sound distribution
• Consistent tonal quality across FreeSpace FS models for uniform multi-zone sound
• Versatile application for both background music and voice announcement systems
• IP55 weather-resistant rating for outdoor and wet-location installations
• Durable construction with weather-resistant materials for long-term reliability
• UL 1480A certified for fire alarm and life safety applications
• 70V/100V transformer support with 8-ohm bypass for distributed audio systems
• Flexible surface-mount design for indoor and outdoor installation
• System compatibility with FreeSpace FS series for scalable audio setups
• Modern enclosure design with removable logo for clean installations

Technical Specifications

• General
  • Product Line: FreeSpace
  • Product Model: FS4SE
  • Product Type: Passive surface-mount loudspeaker (pair)
  • Application: Background music, paging, and life safety systems
• Driver
  • Transducer: 1 × 4.5-inch full-range driver
  • Driver Protection: Recommended high-pass protection at 70 Hz (24 dB/octave)
• Performance
  • Frequency Range (-10 dB): 70 Hz – 17,000 Hz
  • Frequency Response (-3 dB): 80 Hz – 16,000 Hz
  • Nominal Coverage: 130° horizontal × 125° vertical
  • Power Handling (Continuous): 40 W
  • Power Handling (Peak): 160 W
  • Sensitivity (SPL/1 W @ 1 m): 89 dB
  • Maximum SPL @ 1 m: 105 dB
• Electrical
  • Nominal Impedance: 8 Ω (transformer bypass)
  • Transformer Taps (70V): 2.5W, 5W, 10W, 20W, 40W, bypass
  • Transformer Taps (100V): 5W, 10W, 20W, 40W, bypass
• Physical
  • Dimensions (H × W × D): approximately 6.7 × 10 × 6.9 in
  • Weight: approximately 6.8 lb per speaker
  • Enclosure Material: Engineered plastics (UV-resistant)
  • Grille: Powder-coated perforated steel
  • Environmental Rating: IP55
• Compliance
  • Certifications: UL 1480A, EN54-24, ULC-S541

Installation & Use Case

The FS4SE is designed for surface-mounted installations in environments that require reliable performance, durability, and consistent sound coverage.

• Retail stores
• Restaurants and cafés
• Hospitality venues
• Outdoor patios and storefronts
• Paging and life safety systems

Package Contents

• Bose FreeSpace FS4SE loudspeakers (pair)
• Mounting brackets
• Logos