Restaurant Sound Systems

A well-designed restaurant sound system plays a key role in shaping the dining experience. Clear, evenly distributed background music enhances atmosphere while allowing guests to converse comfortably without distraction.

Our restaurant sound systems are specifically designed for dining environments, including independent restaurants, bistros, and larger multi-area venues. These systems provide consistent, high-quality audio using professional-grade components suitable for permanent installation and everyday operation.

From compact single-zone setups to fully integrated multi-zone systems, each solution is configured to deliver balanced sound coverage across dining areas, bars, and outdoor spaces, ensuring a seamless and professional audio experience throughout the venue.

Restaurants require a more refined approach to audio compared to other hospitality environments. The focus is on subtle, well-controlled background music that enhances the ambience without overwhelming conversation.

Typical applications include:

  • Low-level background music across dining areas
  • Even sound coverage without volume hotspots
  • Discreet speaker installations to match interior design
  • Outdoor audio for terraces and external seating

These systems are designed to deliver clarity and consistency at lower volume levels, creating a comfortable and engaging dining environment.

Many restaurants require different audio levels or sources across separate areas. Multi-zone systems allow independent control of:

  • Dining areas vs bar spaces
  • Indoor and outdoor seating
  • Private dining rooms or function areas

This flexibility ensures each part of the venue maintains the appropriate atmosphere throughout service.

If you are not certain which system configuration best suits your restaurant, submit your venue details through our AV system design page and our team will recommend an appropriate solution.

37 products

  • Bose Professional Compact Background Music System

    Bose Professional Compact Background Music System

    This Bose Professional compact audio system provides a reliable background music solution for conference suites, classrooms and small retail or hospitality venues. Designed for slightly larger spaces, the system combines the Veritas 250BL commercial amplifier with two pairs of DM3SE surface mount loudspeakers to deliver consistent audio coverage across the room. At the centre of the system is the Bose Professional Veritas 250BL amplifier, designed for low impedance loudspeaker systems. Integrated DSP processing ensures balanced and clear audio performance, while Bluetooth connectivity allows simple wireless streaming from smartphones, tablets or laptops. Additional wired inputs allow connection of external audio sources such as computers, televisions or media players. The four Bose Professional DM3SE loudspeakers provide wide and even sound dispersion, ensuring consistent background audio coverage across meeting rooms, classrooms and hospitality spaces. Their compact design allows discreet installation while maintaining professional sound quality. A Bose Professional CC 1 wall controller is included to provide convenient local volume adjustment within the room, allowing users to easily control audio levels without accessing the amplifier. The system also includes essential installation accessories such as a 100M speaker cable reel, AUX lead for connecting an external audio source and a 10M CAT5 cable used to link the wall controller to the amplifier, enabling a straightforward and professional installation. Find comprehensive details for each system component by locating the individual product listings on our website.

    £1,599.00

  • 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-2 Cloud Electronics Dual-Zone Background Music System is a professionally specified commercial audio solution designed for venues that require independent background music control across two separate areas, such as retail spaces, hospitality venues, offices, and gyms.  Powered by the 24-120 dual-zone mixer amplifier, the system delivers consistent, low-distortion performance with ample headroom, while four CS-S4 4.5" surface-mount loudspeakers, available in black or white,  provide even, discreet sound coverage across both zones. 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 is enabled via the BT-2FB Bluetooth wall panel, allowing simple, wall-mounted control for staff, and the kit is supplied complete with all necessary speaker and data cabling plus a single-gang wall box to ensure a clean, efficient installation. Built around the proven reliability and audio quality of Cloud Electronics, the CLPAK-2 represents a scalable, background music solution for professional environments requiring flexibility and long-term dependability. 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. 

    £1,989.00

  • RCF Compact M 04 4.2 Commercial Audio System

    RCF Compact M 04 4.2 Commercial Audio System

    The RCF Compact M 04 4.2 Commercial Audio System is a complete installation speaker package designed for restaurants, cafés, bars, retail spaces, hotels and other commercial environments requiring discreet, high-quality background or foreground audio across a larger area. The system combines four ultra-compact RCF Compact M 04 satellite loudspeakers with an RCF S 08-A active 8" subwoofer and an additional passive RCF S 08 8" subwoofer. This configuration provides wider distributed coverage than the two-speaker system, while the dual-subwoofer arrangement delivers stronger and more evenly distributed low-frequency performance. At the centre of the system is the RCF S 08-A, combining an active 8" subwoofer, 4 x 250W Class D amplification, onboard DSP and flexible audio connectivity within a compact plywood enclosure. The integrated amplifier provides the power required for the satellite loudspeakers and additional passive S 08 subwoofer, removing the need for a separate power amplifier. The four Compact M 04 loudspeakers each feature a 4" coaxial woofer and 1" neodymium dome tweeter, delivering 60W RMS power handling, 113dB maximum SPL and exceptionally wide 120° x 120° coverage. Their 16Ω impedance makes them particularly well suited to distributed systems, allowing multiple loudspeakers to be connected while maintaining a suitable amplifier load. Each Compact M 04 is supplied with its own mounting bracket, providing a straightforward solution for professional wall or ceiling installation. The four-speaker layout allows the system to be distributed throughout the room, helping achieve more consistent sound coverage across larger or irregularly shaped spaces. Bluetooth audio streaming is integrated within the S 08-A alongside RCA, Combo XLR/Jack and 3.5mm connectivity, providing straightforward connection to smartphones, tablets, media players, mixers and other audio sources. Eight onboard DSP presets allow further optimisation for music and speech applications. Supplied with a 100m reel of speaker cable and an AUX audio lead, this package provides the core components required for a complete professionally installed commercial audio system. For more information on each individual product included within this package, search for the item on our website. Please note that the subwoofers are only available in black.

    £2,159.99

  • RCF Compact M 05 4.2 Commercial Audio System

    RCF Compact M 05 4.2 Commercial Audio System

    The RCF Compact M 05 4.2 Commercial Audio System is a complete installation speaker package designed for bars, restaurants, cafés, retail spaces, hotels and other commercial environments requiring high-quality background or foreground music across a larger listening area. The system combines four RCF Compact M 05 satellite loudspeakers with an RCF S 08-A active 8" subwoofer and an additional passive RCF S 08 subwoofer. The four-speaker configuration provides increased coverage across larger or more complex spaces, while the dual-subwoofer arrangement delivers extended low-frequency performance and more even bass distribution throughout the room. At the centre of the system is the RCF S 08-A, combining an integrated 8" subwoofer, four-channel Class D amplification, onboard DSP and comprehensive audio connectivity. Its amplifier delivers 4 x 250W and is rated for operation at both 4Ω and 8Ω. The four Compact M 05 loudspeakers can be configured as two speakers per satellite amplifier channel. Each M 05 has an 8Ω nominal impedance and incorporates a parallel Euroblock link output, allowing two loudspeakers to present a 4Ω load to each satellite channel. Each M 05 provides 80W RMS power handling, a maximum SPL of 115dB and wide 120° x 80° coverage. Four RCF SWM-BR Compact M swivel wall brackets are included, providing flexible positioning of each satellite loudspeaker and allowing the system to be distributed around the listening area for consistent coverage. Bluetooth audio streaming is integrated within the S 08-A, alongside RCA, Combo XLR/Jack and 3.5mm connectivity. Eight onboard DSP presets provide additional optimisation for music and speech applications. Supplied with a 100m reel of speaker cable and an AUX audio lead, this package provides the core components required for a complete professionally installed commercial audio system. For more information on each individual product included within this package, search for the item on our website. Please note that the subwoofers are available in black only.

    £2,215.99

  • Bose Professional Background Music System Kit

    Bose Professional Background Music System Kit

    This Bose Professional commercial audio system provides a complete background music solution for conference suites, education environments and small hospitality venues. Designed to deliver clear and consistent audio coverage, the system combines the Bose Professional Veritas 2160BL amplifier with two pairs of DM5SE surface mount loudspeakers for reliable performance across larger rooms or open spaces. At the heart of the system is the Veritas 2160BL commercial amplifier, delivering powerful amplification with integrated DSP processing to ensure balanced sound performance and clear audio reproduction. Bluetooth connectivity allows simple wireless streaming from smartphones, tablets or laptops, while additional wired inputs support external audio sources where required. The four Bose Professional DM5SE loudspeakers provide wide and even sound dispersion, making them suitable for meeting rooms, classrooms, hospitality venues and similar environments where consistent background audio coverage is required. A Bose Professional CC-1 wall controller is included to allow convenient local volume adjustment within the room or zone, enabling simple day to day control without accessing the amplifier. The system also includes essential installation accessories including a 100 metre speaker cable reel, AUX lead for connecting external audio sources and a 10 metre CAT5 cable used to link the wall controller to the amplifier, providing a straightforward and professional installation. Find comprehensive details for each system component by locating the individual product listings on our website.

    £2,269.00

  • Optimal Audio Wall Mount Speaker Background Music System - 4 Zone | 8x 3" Speakers

    Optimal Audio Wall Mount Speaker Background Music System - 4 Zone | 8x 3" Speakers

    This Optimal Audio Background Music Kit is a turnkey sound solution designed for restaurants, bars, pubs, cafés and retail environments requiring reliable, high-quality background audio with intuitive zone control. Engineered for ease of installation and everyday operation, this kit delivers consistent audio performance while giving staff simple control over multiple areas.  At the heart of the system is the Optimal Audio ZONE4P, a compact four-zone mixer-amplifier designed specifically for commercial applications. Paired with discreet CUBOID3 loudspeakers, wall-mounted zone control, and all essential cabling and accessories, this kit provides everything required for a clean, professional background music installation. This kit comes with included accessories (CIPKITB/W) that, when fitted, provide a IP54 outdoor rating for the loudspeakers, meaning the music can flow from inside to out. This also offers excellent flexibility meaning the system could be configured with three zones indoors and a single zone or an outdoor terrace or similar.  Available in both black and white loudspeaker configurations, this premade background music system for commercial spaces is suited to any 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.

    £2,379.00

  • Optimal Audio Full-Range Commercial PA Kit for Small Venues – Compact PA System

    Optimal Audio Full-Range Commercial PA Kit for Small Venues – Compact PA System

    The Optimal Audio OAPAK-24 is a complete, performance-focused audio kit designed for smaller commercial environments that require balanced full-range sound without excessive system scale. Ideal for cafés, bars, boutique hospitality venues and intimate leisure spaces, this kit delivers clear mid-high reproduction with controlled low-frequency support in a compact, installer-friendly format. OAPAK-24 combines CUBOID5 full-range loudspeakers with SUB6 6" subwoofers, powered by the Smart Amp 30, to create a well-balanced system capable of delivering both clarity and low-end warmth. Designed for venues where space is limited but sound quality remains a priority, this kit offers a refined audio solution that supports background music and elevated playback levels. Supplied with mounting hardware, amplification accessories and speaker cabling, OAPAK-24 provides a streamlined route to professional audio performance in smaller spaces. 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.

    £2,759.00

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

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

    The Optimal Audio OAPAK-5 is a highly flexible background music solution designed for commercial venues with varied architectural layouts and mixed audio requirements. Ideal for restaurants, bars, pubs and retail environments, this kit combines surface-mount and in-ceiling loudspeakers within a single system, enabling optimised coverage across different areas of the venue. Powered by the proven Optimal Audio ZONE4P four-zone mixer-amplifier, OAPAK-5 delivers independent control across multiple zones while maintaining consistent audio quality throughout the space. The system pairs CUBOID3 TX surface-mount loudspeakers with UP4 in-ceiling loudspeakers, allowing installers to deploy the most appropriate speaker type for each area. This hybrid approach ensures maximum adaptability without compromising performance or aesthetics. The ceiling speakers are supplied with bezel-less grilles in black or white (depending on user kit choice). 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.

    £2,889.00

  • 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

  • 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

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