The Ci5160RLM-THX is an in-wall architectural speaker featuring the 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with KEF’s groundbreaking Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™), refined to maximise its full potential and proudly carries the THX Certified Ultra designation. Together with four 6.5” hybrid aluminium bass drivers, it delivers the most dynamic audio experience for home theatres.
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All specifications- Sensitivity
- 89 dB (2.83 V / 1 m)
- Nominal impedance
- 4 ohms
- Frequency response
- 32 Hz to 45 kHz
- Dimensions (W × H × D)
- 230 × 1,070 × 105.7 mm
- Weight
- 18.7 kg
- Driver size
- 160 mm
Overview
Ultra-high performance architectural speaker with MAT™
The Ci5160RLM-THX is an in-wall architectural speaker featuring the 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with KEF’s groundbreaking Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™), refined to maximise its full potential and proudly carries the THX Certified Ultra designation. Together with four 6.5” hybrid aluminium bass drivers, it delivers the most dynamic audio experience for home theatres.
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In the box
- Ci5160RLM-THX x 1
- Metal grille x 1
- Cutout template x 1
- Gasket x 4
- Hex drill tool x 1
- Wall protection tape x 3
- Warranty booklet
- Manual
Features
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Metamaterial Absorption Technology
Absorbs 99% of the unwanted sound
Uni-Q®
Acts as a single point source to enlarge the ‘sweet spot’ and disperse sound more evenly.
THX Certified
Ci5160RLM-THX delivers ultra-high performance with true theatre sound quality for large theatres and living rooms and it is THX® Certified Ultra.
True bass definition
Four hybrid aluminium bass drivers for tight, deep, controlled bass.
Total attention to detail
The 5.5 mm thick precision-machined aluminium baffle is engineered to eliminate vibration and provides a stoic platform for the powerful drivers to perform at their best.
Hide your speakers, not your sound
The paintable magnetic metal grille and optional black cloth grille ensure the speaker seamlessly blends into the environment.
Finished to perfection
Available in Aluminium Silver, including tone matched Uni-Q and bass drivers.
Specifications
- Sensitivity
- 89 dB (2.83 V / 1 m)
- How loud it plays for a given signal. Higher sensitivity needs less amplifier power.
- Nominal impedance
- 4 ohms
- The electrical load your amplifier drives. System Builder checks it against the amplifier you pick.
- Frequency response
- 32 Hz to 45 kHz
- The range of pitches it reproduces, from deep bass to the top of the treble.
- Dimensions (W × H × D)
- 230 × 1,070 × 105.7 mm
- Width, height and depth, without cables.
- Weight
- 18.7 kg
- Per unit, out of the box.
- Driver size
- 160 mm
- Model code
- KEF-CI5160RLM-THX
- Quote it when you ask a specialist.
Specifications
- Series
- R Series
- Nominal Impedance
- 4Ω
- Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)
- 89dB
- Frequency Response (±6 dB) open-backed
- 40 - 28kHz
- Frequency Range (-10 dB)
- 32 - 45kHz
- Nominal Coverage (degrees)
- 150°
- Crossover Frequency
- 640Hz, 2.6kHz
- Drive Units
- LF: 4 x 160mm (6.5in.) MF: 160mm (6.5in.) Uni-Q HF: 25mm (1in.) vented aluminium dome with Metamaterial Absorption Technology1
- Recommended Amplifier Power
- 50 - 350 W
- Recommended High-pass Filter (Hz)
- 35Hz - 80Hz
- Product 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.)
- Net Weight
- 18.7kg (41.1lbs.)
- Mounting Depth From Surface
- 99mm (3.9in.)
- Optional Rough In Frame
- RIF5160L
- Ideal Rear Volume (L)
- 90
- Minimum Rear Volume (L)
- 40
- Max SPL (dB)
- 110dB
- Certification
- THX® Certified Ultra
- Wall Thickness (Maximum)
- 40mm (1.58in.)
- Wall Thickness (Minimum)
- 6mm (0.24in.)
Specifications
- 1 Metamaterial Absorption Technology is a joint development with Acoustic Metamaterials Group. KEF reserves the right, in line with continuing research and development, to amend or change specifications. E&OE. THX, the THX logo, and Ultra are trademarks of THX Ltd. THX and the THX logo are registered in the U.S. and other jurisdictions. All rights reserved.
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