The in-wall Ci-Reference architectural speaker Ci5160REFM-THX is KEF's first in-wall speaker to be THX® Certified Dominus among the very few that can achieve this ultimate standard worldwide. Together with a 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™), Ci5160REFM-THX delivers an immersive, high-fidelity soundstage with unmatched sonic excellence even for the most extensive home theatres and living rooms.

Details
  • Category
    Built-in Speakers, Home Theatre Systems
Specifications
  • Nominal Impedance: 4Ω
  • Sensitivity (2.83V/1m): 92dB
  • Frequency Response (±6 dB, open-backed): 40 - 28kHz
  • Frequency Range (-10 dB): 32 - 45kHz
  • Nominal Coverage (degrees): 150°
  • Crossover Frequency: 600Hz, 3000Hz

Drive Units:

  • Low Frequency (LF): 4 x 160mm (6.5in.)
  • Mid Frequency (MF): 125mm (5.25in.) Uni-Q
  • High Frequency (HF): 25mm (1in.) vented aluminum dome with Metamaterial Absorption Technology

Amplification & Filtering:

  • Recommended Amplifier Power: 50 - 500 W
  • Recommended High-pass Filter: 35Hz - 80Hz

Dimensions:

  • External Dimensions (H x W x D): 1070 x 230 x 105.7mm (42.13 x 9.06 x 4.16in.)
  • Cut-out Dimensions (H x W): 1052 x 209mm (41.42 x 8.23in.)
  • Mounting Depth From Surface: 99mm (3.9in.)

Weight:

  • Net Weight: 21.7kg (47.8lbs.)

Optional Accessories:

  • Rough-In Frame: RIF5160L

Volume Requirements:

  • Ideal Rear Volume: 90L
  • Minimum Rear Volume: 40L

Performance:

  • Max SPL: 116dB
  • Certification: THX Certified Dominus

Wall Thickness Requirements:

  • Maximum: 40mm (1.58in.)
  • Minimum: 6mm (0.24in.)

Delivery Time:

  • This product may take 12 - 14 weeks for delivery.
Features
  • Realistic, High-Fidelity sound featuring four 160mm (6.5") bass drivers, the Ci5160REFM-THX delivers clean, rich, and highly articulate bass response down to 32Hz. The massive, vented motor system is optimized for in-wall environments, creating an awe-inspiring, immersive experience while seamlessly blending into the room.
  • THX® Certified Dominus Achieves THX® Certified Dominus status, the largest and most powerful THX® performance class, delivering a home cinema experience closest to a public theater.
  • Metamaterial Absorption TechnologyAbsorbs 99% of unwanted sound for exceptional audio clarity.
  • Handcrafted in the UK Designed, engineered, and hand-built in Maidstone, UK, with the precision and quality of KEF's high-end speakers.
  • Uni-Q® Technology Acts as a single point source, expanding the 'sweet spot' and dispersing sound evenly across the room.
  • Finished to Perfection Available in Aluminum Black/Grey with a hairline-finished aluminum baffle in black and a grey Uni-Q driver array.
  • Hide Your Speakers, Not Your Sound Comes with a paintable magnetic metal grille and an optional black cloth grille to seamlessly blend into any environment.
  • Total Attention to Detail The 11mm thick precision-machined aluminum baffle eliminates vibrations and provides a solid platform for the drivers to deliver optimal performance.
  • Extended Warranty Available Register your product with myKEF to extend the warranty to 6 years (5 years + 1 additional year).
SKU: kef-ci5160refm-thx-in-wall-speaker-each
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