KEF Ci130ER 5.25" Ceiling Speaker
KEF Ci130ER 5.25" Ceiling Speaker
If the ceiling has a bedroom or other living space above it, or is part of an escape route, building regulations require each speaker to have a fire hood. Hoods also cut sound leaking into the room above.
Allow about 10m per speaker for a typical run back to the amplifier (this listing is a pair). Webro 16/2 LSZH (low smoke, zero halogen) is the right cable for runs in ceilings and walls.
The KEF Ci130ER is a 5.25" in-ceiling speaker from KEF's Ci-E series, designed for installers and homeowners who want high-quality background music or home cinema surround sound without visible hardware. Sold as a pair, it suits living rooms, kitchens, offices and other spaces where discreet audio is a priority.
Why we like it
- KEF's acclaimed Uni-Q driver array places the tweeter at the acoustic centre of the mid/bass cone for consistent, detailed sound across the listening area
- Ultra-Thin Bezel (UTB) frame and magnetic, paintable grille create a virtually invisible ceiling finish
- Weather-resistant build with UV-stable plastics and moisture-resistant terminals extends use into humid rooms and covered areas
- Open-back cabinet design helps improve low-frequency performance when fitted into a standard ceiling void
- Simple, tool-free grille removal makes future maintenance straightforward
Installation notes
The Ci130ER requires a cut-out of approximately 158mm and has a mounting depth from the surface of around 77.5mm, with an accepted mounting thickness of 6mm to 33mm. These speakers pair well with a multi-room amplifier such as a Sonos Amp or WiiM Amp for easy streaming control, or with a traditional AV receiver for home cinema use.
Specifications
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohms |
| Sensitivity | 90dB (2.83V/1m) |
| Frequency Response | 52Hz - 20kHz (±6dB) |
| Drive Units | 130mm (5.25") LF, 16mm (0.6") aluminium dome tweeter |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 10 - 80W |
| Overall Diameter | 193.4mm |
| Cut-Out Diameter | 158mm |
| Mounting Depth From Surface | 77.5mm |
| Net Weight (Each) | 1.2kg |