KEF Ci200.2CR 8" Round In-Ceiling Speaker
KEF Ci200.2CR 8" Round In-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. Webro 16/2 LSZH (low smoke, zero halogen) is the right cable for runs in ceilings and walls.
The KEF Ci200.2CR is an 8-inch in-ceiling speaker built for anyone wanting serious sound quality without visible hardware. It's equally at home delivering cinema-grade surround in a living room, filling a kitchen or conservatory with background music, or providing distributed audio throughout a shop, office or restaurant.
Why we like it
- KEF's Uni-Q driver array positions the tweeter at the acoustic centre of the woofer for remarkably even, wide dispersion
- Tangerine waveguide sharpens high-frequency detail while shielding the tweeter from damage
- IP64 rating gives peace of mind in damp or dusty locations such as covered outdoor areas or utility spaces
- Ultra-thin bezel and paintable magnetic grille disappear into any ceiling finish
- Shallow mounting depth makes it easier to fit into tight ceiling voids
Installation notes
With a mounting depth of 97.2mm and a cut-out diameter of 240mm, the Ci200.2CR suits most standard ceiling cavities. Being a passive design, it needs an external amplifier; a two-channel amp capable of delivering up to 125W per channel into 8 ohms is recommended, and it pairs well with amplifiers such as the Sonos Amp or a WiiM Amp for streaming-based setups. An optional rear enclosure (RNC200R) and rough-in frame (RIF200R) are available for improved acoustic isolation and simpler installation.
Specifications
| Impedance | 8 Ohms |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB (2.83V/1m) |
| Frequency Response | 45 Hz - 20 kHz (-6dB) |
| Recommended Power | 10 - 125 W |
| Drive Units | 200mm Uni-Q woofer, 16mm aluminium dome tweeter |
| Mounting Depth | 97.2 mm |
| Cut-Out Diameter | 240 mm |
| External Diameter | 289.6 mm |
| IP Rating | IP64 |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |