Monitor Audio C180 8" Ceiling Speaker
£215
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Impedance6Ω
Amp power30–120W
WarrantyLifetime
GrilleIncluded
Monitor Audio C180 8" Ceiling Speaker
Order by 1pm Mon–Fri for same-day dispatch
Free tracked UK delivery · Next day £11.99
30-day returns · full manufacturer warranty
Multi-buy savings
Buy 2+£193.50 eachsave £21.50 each (10%)
Buy 4+£182.75 eachsave £32.25 each (15%)
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Mix & match any Monitor Audio Basics C165, C180, W165 & W180. Discount applied automatically in your basket.
You'll need an amplifier
These are passive speakers, so they need an amplifier to power them (6Ω, 30–120W recommended). Either of these will drive a pair and stream music from your phone.
Need a fire hood?
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.
Need speaker cable?
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 Monitor Audio C180 is a powerful 8-inch in-ceiling speaker built for larger rooms, home cinemas and multi-room installations where impact and detail matter. Suited to living rooms, media rooms and commercial spaces alike, it delivers full-bodied bass alongside crisp, extended highs, making it an excellent choice wherever a single high-performance ceiling speaker is needed to anchor the sound.
Why we like it
- Large 8" MMP II bass driver provides deep, controlled low-end output
- 1" C-CAM Gold Dome pivoting tweeter directs treble precisely where it's needed
- Adjustable high-frequency control lets you fine-tune treble for the room
- Tri-Grip dog-leg fixings give a firm, rattle-free mount for better sound quality
- Paintable magnetic grille disappears into any ceiling colour scheme
Installation notes
The C180 requires a 247mm cut-out and a mounting depth of 122mm, so check joist spacing and ceiling void clearance before installation. As a passive speaker with a 6 ohm nominal impedance, it pairs well with a multi-room amplifier such as a Sonos Amp or a WiiM Amp, or with a dedicated AV receiver for home cinema use. Its 30-120W recommended power range gives flexibility across a range of amplifier outputs.
Specifications
| Driver Complement | 8" MMP II bass driver, 1" C-CAM pivoting Gold Dome tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 50 Hz - 25 kHz |
| Sensitivity (1W@1M) | 90 dB |
| Nominal Impedance | 6 ohms |
| Power Handling (RMS) | 120 W |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 30 - 120 W |
| Overall Diameter | 285 mm |
| Cut-Out Diameter | 247 mm |
| Mounting Depth | 122 mm |
| Weight | 2.72 kg |
Questions we get asked
Does it come with a grille?
Yes. Every ceiling and in-wall speaker we sell comes with its grille in the box. Manufacturer photos often show the speaker with the grille removed so you can see the drivers, but the grille is always included.
Will it fit my ceiling?
You'll need a 247mm cut-out and at least 122mm of depth behind the ceiling surface. The visible trim is 285mm across. Standard plasterboard ceilings with joists are usually fine; check for pipes, cables and insulation before cutting. Not sure? Send us a photo or plan and we'll check it for you.
Do I need an amplifier?
Yes. These are passive speakers, so they need an amplifier or AV receiver to drive them. They're rated at 6Ω with 30–120W recommended amplifier power. For most rooms a Sonos Amp or WiiM Amp is ideal: each drives a pair and streams from your phone. You can also buy a package with the amp included and save 5%.
Do I need a fire hood?
If there's a habitable room above (for example a bedroom), or the ceiling forms part of a fire escape route, Building Regulations require each speaker to be fire-rated, usually with a fire hood fitted over the back. The hood that fits this speaker is shown above, next to Add to cart. Hoods also cut sound travelling to the room above. See all fire hoods.
How many speakers do I need?
As a rule of thumb: a pair for most bedrooms, kitchens and living rooms up to about 20m², two pairs for large open-plan spaces, and a single stereo speaker (T2 / stereo models) for small rooms like en-suites. For home cinema, use 5 or 7 speakers plus a subwoofer. Our free design service will plan positions and sizes from your floorplan.
Is it sold singly or as a pair?
Priced per speaker. Add the quantity you need; multi-buy discounts are applied automatically in your basket.
When will it arrive?
Orders placed by 1pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day. Standard tracked delivery is £7.99, or free on orders over £50; next working day delivery is £11.99. Delivery details.
Can I return it?
Yes. Unused items can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and every product carries the full manufacturer warranty. Returns & warranty.