KEF Ci130QR Ceiling Speaker

£139.00

The KEF Ci130QR is a high-quality in-ceiling speaker from KEF's Ci Series, designed to deliver excellent sound performance in a discreet and aesthetically pleasing form factor. Ideal for home theater, multi-room audio, and custom installations, the Ci130QR combines KEF’s innovative technology and design principles to provide superior audio quality.

Technical Specifications

Frequency Response: 45Hz – 34kHz
Impedance: 8 ohms (nominal)
Sensitivity: 87dB (2.83V/1m)
Power Handling: 10 - 100W
Drivers: 1 x 130mm woofer and 1 x 19mm aluminum-dome tweeter
Dimensions (Diameter x Depth): 193mm x 83mm
Cut-Out Dimensions: 158mm
Mounting Depth: 83mm

Ideal Applications

Home Theaters: The Ci130QR can be used as part of a surround sound system, providing high-quality overhead sound effects.

Multi-Room Audio: Ideal for distributed audio systems where high-fidelity sound is desired in multiple rooms.

Custom Installations: Suitable for custom AV installations, particularly in environments where aesthetics and discreet installation are important.

Driver Configuration

Uni-Q Driver Array: KEF’s signature Uni-Q driver array technology is used in the Ci130QR, featuring a 0.75-inch aluminum dome tweeter placed in the center of a 5.25-inch midrange cone. This design provides a single point source for the sound, enhancing clarity and creating a more uniform sound field.

Tangerine Waveguide: The tweeter is equipped with KEF’s Tangerine waveguide, which enhances high-frequency dispersion and ensures smoother, more extended treble.

Audio Performance

Wide Dispersion: The Uni-Q technology allows the speaker to deliver consistent sound quality across a wide area, making it less dependent on listener position.

Frequency Response: The Ci130QR offers a wide frequency response, typically from 45 Hz to 34 kHz, providing full-range sound with deep bass, clear midrange, and crisp highs.

Sensitivity and Power Handling: The speaker has a sensitivity of around 87 dB and can handle a power input of up to 100W, making it capable of producing substantial volume levels without distortion.

Design and Installation

Flush-Mount Design: The Ci130QR is designed to blend seamlessly with the ceiling, featuring a slim bezel and a low-profile grille that can be painted to match the ceiling color.

Magnetic Grille: The speaker comes with a magnetic grille for easy attachment and removal, simplifying installation and maintenance.

Construction: The Ci130QR is designed to withstand humid environments, making it suitable for use in bathrooms, kitchens, or covered outdoor areas.

Build Quality and Durability

High-Quality Materials: KEF uses high-quality materials in the construction of the Ci130QR, ensuring long-term durability and consistent performance.

Reliable Performance: Built to KEF’s rigorous standards, the Ci130QR provides reliable performance, even in challenging conditions.

KEF offers a range of speakers designed to deliver high-quality sound while seamlessly integrating into various environments. These speakers are part of KEF's Ci (Custom Install) series and are known for their innovative Uni-Q driver array technology, which places the tweeter in the center of the midrange cone. This design allows for a more even dispersion of sound throughout a room, making KEF speakers ideal for home theater systems and multi-room audio setups.