Description
The Valcom V-1042A-BK is a 1-watt one-way SlimLine wall speaker in black, built for paging systems in schools, offices, retail spaces, and healthcare facilities where a low-profile speaker fits the decor better than a bulkier cabinet. The single-screw installation method has made this speaker a favorite for quick retrofits: hang it on a single screw in minutes, or use the two-screw boss mounting for a more permanent installation. A built-in amplifier and volume control mean no external hardware is needed at the speaker location, and voice and music quality are both excellent for a unit at this price point.
The Telecom Spot Expert Review
The V-1042A-BK covers the same proven SlimLine platform as the gray and white variants, with the black finish making it the right choice when speakers need to recede into dark ceiling tiles or black accent walls. The built-in amp eliminates the need for an external speaker-level amplifier at each location, and the onboard volume control lets occupants fine-tune the level room by room without a trip to the equipment rack. For contractors standardizing on a Valcom 25V or 70V distributed paging system, the SlimLine family scales from small offices to campus-wide installations using the same installation workflow throughout.
Key Features
- 1-watt one-way SlimLine wall speaker
- Single-screw hang or two-screw boss installation
- Built-in amplifier — no external amp required at the speaker
- Built-in volume control
- Excellent voice and music quality
- Black finish
- Compatible with V-1092 volume control (up to 150 one-way speakers)
Technical Specifications
| Power Rating | 1 Watt |
| Configuration | One-way |
| Speaker Line Voltage | 25V / 70V |
| Dimensions | 7" H × 10.3" W × 3.8" D |
| Weight | 4.3 lbs |
| Color | Black |