KEF Ci5160RLM-THX THX Ultra In-Wall Speaker
These are passive speakers, so they need an amplifier to power them (4Ω, 50–350W recommended). Either of these will drive a pair and stream music from your phone.
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 Ci5160RLM-THX is the flagship of KEF's Ci-R in-wall range. A 6.5in 12th-generation Uni-Q driver with Metamaterial Absorption Technology is joined by four 6.5in hybrid aluminium bass drivers on a 5.5mm machined aluminium baffle, giving THX Certified Ultra performance for the largest home cinemas.
Why we like it
- 6.5in 12th-generation Uni-Q with MAT
- Four 6.5in hybrid aluminium bass drivers, bass to 40Hz (±6dB)
- 5.5mm precision-machined aluminium baffle
- THX Certified Ultra, 110dB maximum SPL
- Paintable magnetic metal grille; optional black cloth grille
Installation notes
The Ci5160RLM-THX needs a 1052 x 209mm cut-out and 99mm mounting depth from the surface. KEF recommends a 90 litre rear volume (40 litres minimum). It is 4 ohm with 50-350W recommended power, so it needs a capable AV amplifier or power amp.
Specifications
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ohms |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (2.83V/1m) |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 28kHz (±6dB), open-backed |
| 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 MAT |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 50 - 350W |
| Maximum SPL | 110dB |
| Product Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1070 x 230 x 105.7mm |
| Cut-out Dimensions (H x W) | 1052 x 209mm |
| Mounting Depth | 99mm |
| Net Weight | 18.7kg |
| Certification | THX Certified Ultra |


