Bar and Pub Background Music Systems UK

Creating the right atmosphere in a bar or pub relies heavily on consistent, high-quality audio. Whether you are running a traditional pub, a modern bar, or a multi-zone hospitality venue, a professionally specified sound system ensures even coverage, clear playback, and reliable day-to-day performance.

Our bar and pub background music systems are designed specifically for commercial environments, offering scalable solutions for venues of all sizes. From compact single-room setups to full multi-zone systems covering indoor and outdoor areas, each system is built using professional-grade components suitable for permanent installation.

These systems are ideal for background music, live sports audio, and general day-to-day operation, with options available for Bluetooth streaming, zoned control, and integration with existing AV setups.

A well-designed pub sound system should deliver consistent audio coverage without excessive volume or distortion. In hospitality environments, the goal is to create an atmosphere where music enhances the space rather than overpowering conversation.

Typical applications include:

  • Background music throughout bar and seating areas
  • Zoned audio control between rooms or floors
  • Outdoor speaker systems for beer gardens and terraces
  • Audio integration with TV displays for sports viewing

Our systems are selected to provide clarity at low and moderate volume levels, ensuring speech intelligibility and balanced music playback across the venue.

We support bar and pub owners, installers, and commercial clients with complete system design and specification.

Our services include:

  • System design based on floor plans
  • Product selection and compatibility guidance
  • Pre-configured system packages
  • Support for installers and contractors

If you are unsure which system is right for your venue, use our AV system design page to submit your requirements and our team will recommend a suitable solution.

43 products

  • Cloud Dual-Zone Background Music System with 6” Ceiling Speakers & Bluetooth

    Cloud Dual-Zone Background Music System with 6” Ceiling Speakers & Bluetooth

    The CLPAK-4 Cloud Electronics Dual-Zone Background Music System is a high-performance commercial audio package designed for venues that require powerful, flexible background music with a discreet ceiling-mounted aesthetic.  Driven by the 24-240 dual-zone mixer amplifier, the system provides ample output with independent control across two separate zones, making it well suited to larger retail spaces, hospitality venues, offices, and multi-area commercial environments. Sound is delivered via eight CS-C6 6" ceiling speakers, offering balanced, evenly distributed audio while maintaining a low-visual-impact finish that integrates seamlessly into modern interiors.  The speakers are available in either black or white. This kit can be run as a low impedance or 100V system, with a maximum of four speakers per channel for the low-impedance option.  Wireless music playback and day-to-day control are handled through the BT-2FB remote Bluetooth wall panel, providing a fixed, user-friendly control point for staff. Supplied complete with 100m speaker cabling, CAT5 data lead, and a single-gang wall box, the CLPAK-4 is engineered for efficient installation, long-term reliability, and scalable performance, delivering a professional background music solution from Cloud Electronics suitable for demanding commercial applications.  Please note that when using the Bluetooth panel, this will transmit the same audio to both zones (internal setting required) and allow for independent volume control of each zone via the mixer-amplifier. If you require two different audio sources in each zone, you will need a suitable pre-amplifier or an additional audio source hardwired directly to the mixer-amplifier when used in conjunction with the Bluetooth panel. Please contact us if you're unsure on your exact requirements. 

    £2,889.00

  • Optimal Audio Ceiling Speaker Background Music System - 4 Zone | 8x 4" Speakers

    Optimal Audio Ceiling Speaker Background Music System - 4 Zone | 8x 4" Speakers

    The Optimal Audio OAPAK-3 is a premium background music solution designed for commercial environments where audio performance must integrate seamlessly with interior aesthetics. Ideal for restaurants, bars, retail units and hospitality venues, this kit combines flexible system configuration with discreet in-ceiling loudspeakers to deliver high-quality background audio without visual compromise. Built around the Optimal Audio ZONE4P four-zone mixer-amplifier, OAPAK-3 offers independent control across multiple areas while supporting both high-impedance (100V) and low-impedance speaker configurations. The system utilises eight UP4 in-ceiling loudspeakers, providing even coverage and a clean finish. Supplied with bezel-less grilles in black or white (depending on user kit choice), this kit is suited to a wide range of interior design schemes. Looking for low frequency extension? Why not take a look at one of our Optimal Audio subwoofer "Expansion" kits that allow for easy scalability of this system.

    £2,979.00

  • Cloud Dual-Zone Hybrid Background Music System with Ceiling & Surface-Mount Speakers

    Cloud Dual-Zone Hybrid Background Music System with Ceiling & Surface-Mount Speakers

    The CLPAK-5 Cloud Electronics Dual-Zone Background Music System is a versatile, professionally specified audio solution designed for commercial environments that benefit from a hybrid loudspeaker approach, combining discreet in-ceiling audio with surface-mounted coverage.  Powered by the 24-240 dual-zone mixer amplifier, the system delivers strong, reliable performance with independent control across two zones, making it ideal for venues that require different coverage characteristics between areas such as indoor spaces and adjoining zones. Audio is reproduced through a combination of four CS-C6 6" ceiling speakers and four CS-S6 6.5" wall-mounted speakers, allowing integrators to balance aesthetics, coverage, and output while maintaining consistent sound quality throughout the installation. The speakers are available in either black or white. This kit can be run as a low-impedance or 100V system, with a maximum of four speakers per channel for the low-impedance option.  Day-to-day operation and wireless music streaming are managed via the BT-2FB remote Bluetooth wall panel, providing a fixed, intuitive control point for staff. Supplied complete with speaker cabling, CAT5 data lead, and a single-gang wall box, the CLPAK-5 delivers a flexible, scalable, and installation-ready background music solution from Cloud Electronics, engineered for long-term commercial reliability.  Please note that when using the Bluetooth panel, this will transmit the same audio to both zones (internal setting required) and allow for independent volume control of each zone via the mixer-amplifier. If you require two different audio sources in each zone, you will need a suitable pre-amplifier or an additional audio source hardwired directly to the mixer-amplifier when used in conjunction with the Bluetooth panel. Please contact us if you're unsure on your exact requirements. 

    £3,069.00

  • Optimal Audio Hybrid Speaker Background Music System - 4 Zone | 4x 5" Wall & 3x6" Ceiling Speakers

    Optimal Audio Hybrid Speaker Background Music System - 4 Zone | 4x 5" Wall & 3x6" Ceiling Speakers

    The Optimal Audio OAPAK-6 is a powerful and highly adaptable background music solution designed for commercial environments that require increased audio presence across varied architectural spaces. Ideal for restaurants, bars, pubs and larger retail or hospitality venues, this kit combines higher-output surface-mount and ceiling loudspeakers within a single zoned system. Built around the Optimal Audio ZONE4P four-zone mixer-amplifier, OAPAK-6 provides independent control across a maximum of four zones while delivering consistent, high-quality audio throughout the venue. The system pairs CUBOID5 TX surface-mount loudspeakers with UP6 in-ceiling loudspeakers, enabling installers to optimise speaker placement based on ceiling height, layout and acoustic requirements. This hybrid configuration ensures greater coverage and fuller sound across all zones. The CUBOID loudspeakers are supplied with the CIPKIT accessory meaning they offer a IP54 weatherproof rating allowing them be installed outside making this kit ideal for a wide range of applications. Looking for low frequency extension? Why not take a look at one of our Optimal Audio subwoofer "Expansion" kits that allow for easy scalability of this system.

    £3,099.00

  • Cloud Dual-Zone Background Music System with 4 Surface-Mount Speakers & Bluetooth

    Cloud Dual-Zone Background Music System with 4 Surface-Mount Speakers & Bluetooth

    The CLPAK-3 Cloud Electronics Dual-Zone Background Music System is a high-power, professionally specified audio solution engineered for demanding commercial environments that require robust performance, zone flexibility, and environmental resilience.  Built around the 24-240 dual-zone mixer amplifier, the system delivers higher output across two independently controlled zones, making it ideal for larger venues or applications where indoor and outdoor areas must be managed separately. Audio is reproduced through four CS-S6 6.5" loudspeakers, featuring an IP55 weather-resistant rating, making them suitable for covered outdoor areas, wash-down environments, or locations exposed to humidity and dust, without compromising sound quality.  The speakers are available in either black or white. This kit can be run as a low impedance or 100V system, with a maximum of four speakers per channel for the low-impedance option.  User control is simplified via the BT-2FB remote Bluetooth wall panel, enabling reliable wireless music streaming from a smart device while maintaining a clean, fixed control point for staff. Supplied complete with 100m of speaker cable, CAT5 data lead, and single-gang wall box, the CLPAK-3 is designed for efficient installation and long-term operational reliability, delivering a scalable and future-proof background music solution from Cloud Electronics. Please note that when using the Bluetooth panel, this will transmit the same audio to both zones (internal setting required) and allow for independent volume control of each zone via the mixer-amplifier. If you require two different audio sources in each zone, you will need a suitable pre-amplifier or an additional audio source hardwired directly to the mixer-amplifier when used in conjunction with the Bluetooth panel. Please contact us if you're unsure on your exact requirements. 

    £3,159.00

  • Bose Professional Two Zone 100V Audio System Kit

    Bose Professional Two Zone 100V Audio System Kit

    This Bose Professional commercial audio system provides a flexible two zone background music solution designed for hospitality venues, education settings, retail spaces and other commercial environments. Built around a 100V distributed audio system, the kit allows simple and efficient speaker wiring across larger spaces while maintaining reliable sound performance. At the centre of the system is the Bose Professional Veritas 2160BH amplifier, designed for 70V and 100V installations. The amplifier supports two independent audio zones, allowing separate areas to operate with independent source and volume control. Bluetooth connectivity enables wireless streaming from mobile devices while wired inputs allow connection of additional audio sources such as televisions, media players or laptops. Eight Bose Professional DM3SE surface mount loudspeakers are included to provide wide and consistent sound coverage. Their compact design and IP55 weather resistant rating make them suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, allowing one zone to be installed externally where required. This makes the system ideal for venues with outdoor terraces, seating areas or entrances that require background audio. Two Bose Professional CC 2 wall controllers are included to provide convenient control within each zone. These wall panels allow local source selection and volume adjustment, giving staff simple day to day operation without needing access to the main amplifier. The system also includes essential installation accessories such as speaker cable reels, AUX connection leads and CAT5 cables for linking the wall controllers to the amplifier, providing a straightforward installation for commercial audio systems. Find comprehensive details for each system component by locating the individual product listings on our website.

    £3,169.00

  • Optimal Audio Ceiling Speaker Background Music System - 4 Zone | 8x 6" Speakers

    Optimal Audio Ceiling Speaker Background Music System - 4 Zone | 8x 6" Speakers

    The Optimal Audio OAPAK-4 is a high-performance background music solution engineered for commercial environments that require increased sound coverage while maintaining a discreet, design-led finish. Ideal for restaurants, bars, pubs and larger retail or hospitality spaces, this kit combines flexible system configuration with larger in-ceiling loudspeakers for enhanced audio presence. Centred around the Optimal Audio ZONE4P four-zone mixer-amplifier, OAPAK-4 delivers independent control across multiple areas and supports both high-impedance (100V) and low-impedance speaker configurations. The system utilises UP6 in-ceiling loudspeakers, offering greater output, improved low-frequency response and wider coverage compared to smaller ceiling formats. Supplied with bezel-less grilles in black or white (depending on user kit choice) ensure seamless integration with any interior aesthetic. Looking for low frequency extension? Why not take a look at one of our Optimal Audio subwoofer "Expansion" kits that allow for easy scalability of this system.

    £3,209.00

  • Optimal Audio Full-Range Commercial PA Kit for Medium Sized Venues – High Output System

    Optimal Audio Full-Range Commercial PA Kit for Medium Sized Venues – High Output System

    The Optimal Audio OAPAK-23 is a comprehensive performance-driven audio kit designed for commercial venues that demand both impactful low-frequency energy and strong full-range sound reproduction. Ideal for bars, hospitality venues, leisure spaces and high-energy commercial environments, this kit delivers a balanced, scalable solution built around powerful amplification and premium loudspeaker components. OAPAK-23 combines dual SUB10 10" subwoofers with CUBOID8 full-range loudspeakers, powered by the Smart Amp 30, creating a high-output system capable of delivering both depth and clarity across a wide frequency range. This kit is suited to venues where background music transitions into higher-energy playback, or where sound presence and impact are key to the customer experience. Supplied with mounting hardware, amplification accessories and speaker cabling, OAPAK-23 is designed for efficient installation and long-term performance. A suitable pre-amplifier or line-level audio source is required to feed the system, ensuring correct signal routing and optimal performance from the amplification and loudspeakers. We will be happy to advise on your requirements.

    £3,559.00

  • Cloud Four-Zone Background Music System with 5” Ceiling Speakers & Central Wall Control

    Cloud Four-Zone Background Music System with 5” Ceiling Speakers & Central Wall Control

    The CLPAK-7 Cloud Electronics Four-Zone Background Music System is a discreet yet highly capable commercial audio solution designed for venues that require flexible multi-zone control with a clean, ceiling-integrated finish. Powered by the Cloud 46-120MK2 mixer amplifier, the system provides four independently controllable 120W zones, enabling precise management of background music levels across multiple areas.  Audio is delivered through sixteen CS-C5 5" ceiling loudspeakers, available in black or white, offering balanced, evenly distributed coverage while maintaining a low-visual-impact aesthetic that integrates seamlessly into modern interiors. This kit can be run as a low-impedance or 100V system, with a maximum of four speakers per channel for the low-impedance option.  Centralised control is handled by the RSL-6x4 source and volume wall panel, allowing single-location source selection and volume control for each zone, simplifying day-to-day operation for staff. Supplied complete with 200m of speaker cable (2 × 100m reels), 100m of audio signal cable for wall panel connection, a dual-gang wall box, and two audio source leads, the CLPAK-7 is installation-ready and engineered for long-term reliability. Designed and built by Cloud Electronics, this system delivers a scalable, future-proof background music solution for professional multi-zone commercial environments.

    £4,389.00

  • Cloud Four-Zone Hybrid Background Music System with Ceiling & Surface-Mount Speakers

    Cloud Four-Zone Hybrid Background Music System with Ceiling & Surface-Mount Speakers

    The CLPAK-8 Cloud Electronics Four-Zone Background Music System is a highly adaptable commercial audio solution designed around a hybrid loudspeaker configuration, delivering both discreet ceiling coverage and robust surface-mounted performance across multiple areas. Driven by the Cloud 46-120MK2 mixer amplifier, the system provides four independently controllable 120W zones, offering excellent flexibility for venues with varied acoustic and layout requirements.  Audio is reproduced through a combination of eight CS-C5 5" ceiling speakers and eight CS-S4 4.5" wall-mounted speakers, all available in black or white, allowing integrators to balance aesthetics, coverage, and output across indoor and more demanding environments, with the wall-mounted speakers benefiting from an IP55 weather-resistant rating for added deployment flexibility. This kit can be run as a low-impedance or 100V system, with a maximum of four speakers per channel for the low-impedance option. Centralised control is provided via the RSL-6x4 source and volume wall panel, enabling single-location source selection and volume control for each zone, ensuring simple, intuitive day-to-day operation. Supplied complete with 200m of speaker cable (2 × 100m reels), 100m of audio signal cable for wall panel connectivity, a dual-gang wall box, and two audio source leads, the CLPAK-8 is a fully installation-ready package, delivering a scalable and future-proof background music solution from Cloud Electronics for professional multi-zone commercial applications.

    £4,439.00

  • Cloud Four-Zone Background Music System with Surface-Mount Speakers & Central Wall Control

    Cloud Four-Zone Background Music System with Surface-Mount Speakers & Central Wall Control

    The CLPAK-6 Cloud Electronics Four-Zone Background Music System is a highly flexible, professionally engineered audio solution designed for commercial environments that require independent control across multiple areas with durable loudspeaker performance. At its core is the Cloud 46-120MK2 mixer amplifier, delivering four independently controllable 120W zones, making the system ideal for venues with segmented spaces or varying audio requirements. Audio is distributed via sixteen CS-S4 4.5" surface-mount loudspeakers, available in black or white and featuring an IP55 weather-resistant rating, allowing the four zones to be deployed across indoor, semi-outdoor, or more challenging environments with confidence. This kit can be run as a low-impedance or 100V system, with a maximum of four speakers per channel for the low-impedance option.  Centralised system control is provided by the RSL-6x4 source and volume wall panel, enabling single-location selection of audio source and volume for each zone, ensuring straightforward day-to-day operation for staff. The kit is supplied complete with 200m of speaker cable (2 × 100m reels), 100m of audio signal cable to connect the wall panel, a dual-gang wall box for the panel, and two audio source leads for immediate connectivity, resulting in a clean, installation-ready package. Built around the proven reliability of Cloud Electronics, the CLPAK-6 offers a scalable, future-proof background music solution for professional, multi-zone commercial applications.

    £4,489.00

  • Optimal Audio Wall Speaker Background Music System - 8 Zone | 16x 5" Speakers

    Optimal Audio Wall Speaker Background Music System - 8 Zone | 16x 5" Speakers

    The Optimal Audio OAPAK-8 is a high-capacity background music system engineered for large and acoustically demanding commercial environments. Designed for multi-area hospitality venues, large bars, restaurants and mixed indoor/outdoor spaces, this kit builds on the advanced zoning architecture of OAPAK-7 while upgrading to higher-output loudspeakers for increased coverage and audio presence. At the core of OAPAK-8 is the Optimal Audio ZONE8P, delivering up to eight independent audio zones from a single, unified platform. The system includes two ZONEPAD4 wall controllers, ensuring every zone benefits from accessible, local control of both source selection and volume. Audio reproduction is handled by 16 CUBOID5 TX loudspeakers, providing enhanced output, improved low-frequency response and wider coverage compared to smaller formats. Each loudspeaker is accompanied by a CIPKIT, enabling IP54-rated installation for suitability in outdoor or exposed areas. With extended speaker cabling and multiple audio source leads supplied, OAPAK-8 is a complete, deployment-ready solution. Looking for low frequency extension? Why not take a look at one of our Optimal Audio subwoofer "Expansion" kits that allow for easy scalability of this system.

    £4,659.00

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