Ceiling Speakers

Ceiling Speakers

The Right Speakers for Your Room

This is a problem faced by all music lovers. To select the speakers which will do justice to the room you are going to place them into. Today, there are all types of speakers available to choose from. There are floor speakers, tower speakers, surround speakers, in-ceiling speakers, bookshelf speakers and outdoor speakers etc to choose from while deciding on the right pair. However, which is the correct speaker for your room would largely depend on the size and placement of other objects in your room.

To a novice, the general idea would be, the larger the room, the larger should be the speakers. However, with the advancement in technology, more and more is being offered in small packages. Therefore, it is not true that if you have a large room, you would also need to buy a larger pair of speakers.

However, there are a certain points which will help if considered while choosing speakers that are ideal for your room. The acoustics of your room play a very important role in the performance of the speakers. If you have room with upholstered furnishings and heavy drapes then it will be more sound absorbent. You would need speakers with higher amplifiers for such rooms. However rooms with hard finishes like metal, brick or glass etc reflect sound very well. You can look for speakers with other music qualities like a good treble and bass for such rooms.

Other than that, the type and design of the speakers also matters while selecting the right enhancement for your music system. Let us find out by the type of speakers that are available.

Floor Speakers: These Speakers are designed to stand on the floor and ideally need quite a bit of clearance space for good reflection of music. These speakers should be placed at least 6 to 15 ft apart and they should be at least 10 inches away from the walls. The rear of these speakers should not be blocked as they contain the acoustic component. This means they are suitable for a medium to large size room. Also, they are a very good design component and can add to the décor of your room. They should thus be placed in a less cluttered, open space.

Direct/Reflecting speakers: these speakers need to be placed around 4 to 12 ft apart and 1 ½ - 4 ft away from the side walls. They should also be placed approximately 2 ft away from any sound absorbent material. They can be ideal for an average sized room.

Bookshelf Speakers: These can be ideal for a small room as they are specifically designed for mounting on bookshelves, brackets and foot stands. They consume less of floor space and can be placed on existing furniture. The clearance spaces needed by them are also less than other speaker types.

Selecting the right kind of speakers that enhance your music system can be a tedious job. Specially if you are looking for a pair that gives a good sound quality according to your room it can get very difficult. However, keeping the above things in mind, you can get just the right pair for your room.

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1 Pair 6.5' Resonate In-Ceiling Speakers $50.99 1 Pair 6.5' Resonate In-Ceiling Speakers

Insignia 6-1/2 In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) $109.98 Fill out your home theater setup with these in-ceiling speakers that blast up to 100 watts of clear, rich sound.

Bogen CSD1X2 Drop-In Ceiling Speakers $93.17 10 lb 10 oz 110 Hz 12.88" 20 kHz 23.75" 4.75" 94 dB CSD1X2 Drop-In Ceiling Speakers Support Rail Crossbar Wire Nuts Power Taps: 4, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.25 Watts Easy assembly saves installation time, effort and cost Fully enclosed, industrial grade steel construction For use with both 2 ft. x 4 ft. and 2ft. x 2ft. suspended tile ceilings Seismic attachment point Bogen CSD1X2 Drop-In Ceiling Speakers are full-range speakers that allow for fast and easy installation. Just make one simple cut to the ceiling tile, lay the support rail crossbar across the ceiling grid, and drop the CSD1X2 into place. Bogen Bogen Communications International, Inc CSD1X2 CSD1X2 Drop-In Ceiling Speakers In-ceiling Metal Off-white Paper Speaker www.bogen.com

Nexxtech Ceiling/Wall Mount Speakers $49.99 Immerse yourself in a full-blown audio experience with these ceiling/wall mount speakers from Nexxtech. Pumping 80 watts of power with a frequency range of 50 Hz-20kHz, these speakers will resurrect your entertainment experience. The 2-way speakers come complete with all the hardware needed for a quick and simple installation. Speaker cable is available for additional purchase at TheSource.ca . The paintable grille design makes it easy to blend with any décor, providing a quality solution for your home theatre or surround sound applications. UPC: 741235158523 Manufacturer's Part Number: FG-C5E/B-1

Pyle PylePro PDIC60T In-Ceiling Speakers $57.99 2 2-way 22 kHz 250 W 4.63" 65 Hz 8 Ohm 9" 70V Transformer, Tapping at: 8 Ohm,30W,20W,15W, 10W,5W 1'' High Temperature Voice Coil PylePro PDIC60T In-Ceiling Speakers Grilles Strips of adhesive Template PDIC60T Pyle Pyle Audio, Inc PylePro PylePro PDIC60T In-Ceiling Speakers Speaker Titanium Midrange www.pyleaudio.com

Pyle PylePro PDICS8 In-Ceiling Speakers $30.99 12.80" 16 kHz 2 200 W 3.15" 60 Hz 8 Ohm 1'' High Temperature Voice Coil 100V Transformer Tapping At 10W PDICS8 Pyle Pyle Audio, Inc PylePro PylePro PDICS8 In-Ceiling Speakers Speaker www.pyleaudio.com

Califone CS308 ClearSound Ceiling Speakers $181.64 Efficient sound distribution in any room should begin at the top with ClearSound ceiling or wallmounted speakers. ClearSound speakers are designed to provide the clearest classroom audio amplification. Engineered with a frequency response that s optimal for vocal reproduction and multimedia presentations the twoway ClearSound speakers create whole room audio immersion with superior coverage. Teachers and students will notice the improved sound quality whether the speakers are connected to the Califone Infrared Classroom Audio System or to other sources. Each ClearSound package includes two speakers two brackets (one pair of each). Their flushmount installation and paintable grilles help blend ClearSound speakers into the architecture (indoor or outdoor installations) so they ll be heard but not noticed. Springloaded terminals for professional and fast installation. UL firerated ABS plastic for durability. Paintable grille. Polypropylene with Mica cone. 6 Woofer with 1 tweeter. Included tile bridge made with 18 awg steel for strength and fits standard 24 x 24 or 24 x 48 panels. 4 Tensioning points create a solid connection with the ring and bracket.

Bogen CSD1X2 Drop In Ceiling Speakers $119.16 Bogen s CSD1X2 DropIn Ceiling Speakers are 1 X 2 speakers that allow for fast and easy installation.Just make one simple cut to the ceiling tile lay the support rail crossbar (included) across the ceiling grid and drop the speaker into place. Finely perforated grille over the entire front of speaker. Fully enclosed industrial grade steel construction. Enclosed Back Can. 8 main cone with secondary highfrequency cone. 70V/25V 4watt transformer (4 2 1 0.5 0.25 watt) taps; selected by rotary switch. Seismic attachment point. Available in offwhite and bright white ( U versions) grille finish. VR versions have a Recessed Volume Control (frontmounted). Complies with Requirements of UL2043. Support Rail Crossbar (included).

Breatheaudio / 1 Pair 6.5' Resonate In-Ceiling Speakers / BA-650C $62.45 Breatheaudio - 1 Pair 6.5' Resonate In-Ceiling Speakers - BA-650C

Boston Acoustics Dsi 255 2-Way In-ceiling Speakers DSI255 $42.29 Boston Acoustics Dsi 255 2-Way In-ceiling Speakers DSI255

Valcom 2'x2' lay-in Ceiling Speakers With Backbox V9022A2 $125.67 Valcom 2'x2' lay-in Ceiling Speakers With Backbox V9022A2

Yamaha 8 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) - White $149.95 These Yamaha NSIC800WH 8" 2-way in-ceiling speakers feature 8" polypropylene mica woofer cones and 1" fluid-cooled soft dome tweeters for powerful sound. The flush ceiling installation and paintable grilles ensure a stylish appearance.

Premier Acoustic PA-8C In-ceiling Speakers $300.26 Showcasing an in-ceiling design, the Premier Acoustic PA-8C speakers are designed with swivel tweeters so you can angle the high frequencies to the main listening area. High performance 8-inch polygraphite woofers pound the room with clean, crisp bass, making them an ideal addition to any surround sound system or for listening to music throughout the house. 8-inch constructionIn-ceiling designSwivel tweeters8-inch polygraphite woofersPerfect for surround sound systems or listening to music throughout the home35-150 watts power handling45-20kHz frequency response89dB sensitivity8 ohms impedance8.82 inches cut-out size3.86-inch mounting depth

Yamaha 6-1/2 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) - White $149.98 These in-ceiling speakers feature moisture-resistant 6-1/2" polypropylene mica woofer cones for enhanced mid-low sound reproduction. The 1" swivel tweeter lets you precisely aim high frequencies for optimal sound output.

Polk Audio RC60i 6-1/2 In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) $179.99 Take your favorite tunes to the next level with these Polk Audio RC60i in-ceiling speakers that feature Dynamic Balance polymer woofers and Dynamic Balance soft dome tweeters for stunning audio. The rubber surround protects the woofer for durability.

Bogen CSD2X2 Drop In Ceiling Speakers $153.21 Bogen s CSD2X2 DropIn Ceiling Speaker is a fullrange speaker that allows for fast and easy installation which saves installation time effort and cost. The CSD2X2 is a 2 x 2 speaker that fits perfectly into place in 2 x2 ceiling grids without needing to cut ceiling tiles or requiring the use of tile support rails. The CSD2X2 can also be easily installed in 2 x4 ceiling grids just make one cut to the ceiling tile position the support rail (included) and drop the speaker into place. Finely perforated grille over the entire front of speaker. Fully enclosed industrial grade steel construction. Enclosed Back Can. 8 main cone with secondary highfrequency cone. 70V/25V 4watt transformer (4 2 1 0.5 0.25 watt) taps; selected by rotary switch. Seismic attachment points. Available in offwhite and bright white ( U versions) grille finish. VR versions have a Recessed Volume Control (frontmounted). Complies with Requirements of UL2043. Support Rail Crossbar (included).

BIC America Formula FH6-C In-Ceiling Speakers $130.99 150 W 2 2-way 23 kHz 3.25" 40 Hz 5 Year 6 lb 8 Ohm 9" Formula FH6-C In-Ceiling Speaker 1 x Pair of Cloth Grilles 1 x Pair of Metal Grilles Mounting Tabs Sensitivity: 92 dB Cutout diameter: 7.5" Gold plated terminals Tweeter with neodymium magnet The state-of-the-art Formula FH-6C in-ceiling speakers carry on the legacy of the first BIC/Formula Series introduced in 1973. They offer output capability of up to 116dB (live rock band levels), while offering refinements that surpass all predecessors. BIC America Cloth FH6-C Formula Formula FH6-C In-Ceiling Speakers In-ceiling Metal Speaker www.bicamerica.com

Harman JBL Professional Control 24CT Ceiling Speakers $114.99 102 dB 2 2-way 20 kHz 7.70" 7.72 lb 7.90" 80 Hz Continuous Program Power: 80 Watts Continuous Pink Noise Power: 40 Watts Nominal Sensitivity: 86 dB Transformer Taps (70V): 30W, 15W, 7.5W, 3.7W Transformer Taps (100V): 30W, 15W, 7.5W Woofer with 1" Voice Coil on Aluminum Former Cutout Size: 6.6" JBL Professional Control 24CT Ceiling Speakers C-Shaped Support Backing Plate 2 x Tile Support Rails Cutout Template Paint Shield Removable Locking Wiring Connector The Control 24CT is a compact ceiling speaker providing premium performance in background, foreground and music-plus-paging sound systems. The Control 24CT is perfectly suited for a wide variety of applications from professional offices and airports to restaurants and specialty retail stores. Butyl Rubber CONTROL 24CT Ceiling-mountable Harman Harman International Industries, Inc JBL Professional Control 24CT Ceiling Speakers Polystyrene Professional Speaker Steel www.harman.com

JBL Professional CSS8004 5W 4 in. Ceiling Speakers $31.72 The Commercial Series ceiling speakers feature high sensitivity providing maximum sound level even at low tap settings. The Series triplevoltage transformers (100V 70V and 25V) fit with any distributed speaker system. The drivers all feature a full 1inch (25 mm) diameter voice coil with a Kapton coilformer and hightemperature wire for better power dissipation and longterm reliability. The driver grille and transformer come preassembled for ease of installation. The lineup includes matching Commercial Series preinstall backcans and tile rails. All Commercial Series speakers come with zincplated powdercoated steel installation accessories. The CSS8004 is a 4inch (100 mm) ceiling speaker with a sensitivity of 90 dB. It includes a 5W multitap transformer for 100V 70V and 25V distributed lines and offers a wide coverage of 175 degrees. High sensitivity. Providing maximum sound level. The Series triplevoltage transformers (100V 70V and 25V) fit with any distributed speaker system. A full 1inch (25 mm) diameter voice coil. Hightemperature wire for better power dissipation and longterm reliability. The driver grille and transformer come preassembled for ease of installation. Zincplated powdercoated steel installation accessories. Sensitivity: 90 dB. Power: 5W. Wide Coverage: 175 degrees. MultiTap Transformer: 100V 70V and 25V. Ceiling Speaker: 4 (100 mm).

JBL Professional CSS8018 10W 8 in. Ceiling Speakers $43.94 The Commercial Series ceiling speakers feature high sensitivity providing maximum sound level even at low tap settings. The Series triplevoltage transformers (100V 70V and 25V) fit with any distributed speaker system. The drivers all feature a full 1inch (25 mm) diameter voice coil with a Kapton coilformer and hightemperature wire for better power dissipation and longterm reliability. The driver grille and transformer come preassembled for ease of installation. The lineup includes matching Commercial Series preinstall backcans and tile rails. All Commercial Series speakers come with zincplated powdercoated steel installation accessories. The CSS8018 is an 8inch (200 mm) ceiling speaker with a sensitivity of 97 dB. It includes a 10W multitap transformer for 100V 70V and 25V distributed lines. High sensitivity. Providing maximum sound level. The Series triplevoltage transformers (100V 70V and 25V) fit with any distributed speaker system. A full 1inch (25 mm) diameter voice coil. Hightemperature wire for better power dissipation and longterm reliability. The driver grille and transformer come preassembled for ease of installation. Zincplated powdercoated steel installation accessories. Sensitivity: 97 dB. Power: 10 W. MultiTap Transformer: 100V 70V and 25V. Ceiling Speaker: 8 (200 mm).

JBL Professional CSS8008 5W 8 in. Ceiling Speakers $36.53 The Commercial Series ceiling speakers feature high sensitivity providing maximum sound level even at low tap settings. The Series triplevoltage transformers (100V 70V and 25V) fit with any distributed speaker system. The drivers all feature a full 1inch (25 mm) diameter voice coil with a Kapton coilformer and hightemperature wire for better power dissipation and longterm reliability. The driver grille and transformer come preassembled for ease of installation. The lineup includes matching Commercial Series preinstall backcans and tile rails. All Commercial Series speakers come with zincplated powdercoated steel installation accessories. The CSS8008 is an 8inch (200 mm) ceiling speaker with a sensitivity of 96 dB. It includes a 5W multitap transformer for 100V 70V and 25V distributed lines and offers 120 degrees of conical coverage. he CSS8008 fits with the CSSBB8 backcan. High sensitivity. Providing maximum sound level. The Series triplevoltage transformers (100V 70V and 25V) fit with any distributed speaker system. A full 1inch (25 mm) diameter voice coil. Hightemperature wire for better power dissipation and longterm reliability. The driver grille and transformer come preassembled for ease of installation. Zincplated powdercoated steel installation accessories. Sensitivity 96 dB. Power 5W. Wide Coverage 120 degrees. MultiTap Transformer 100V 70V and 25V. Ceiling Speaker 8 (200 mm).

Yamaha 8 3-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) $184.99 Enjoy the sound of these speakers without adding the clutter of speaker cabinets to your home theater. SoundMax technology and the dual tweeter design evenly disperses sound for improved coverage.

YAMAHA NS-IC800 2-way 8 In-Ceiling Speakers Pair $199.99 Type: In-Ceiling/In-Wall Speakers Driver Units: Woofer: 8" (20 cm) PP (polypropylene) mica cone Tweeter: 1" (2.5 cm) fluid-cooled soft dome, swivel Power Rating: 140 W (max.) Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 28 kHz Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms Sensitivity: 90 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) Dimensions & Weight: Dimensions (Diameter x Depth): 10.88" x 4.25" / 272mm x 109 mm Weight: 4.2 lbs. (1.9 kg) Features: Grain-finished acoustic baffle with spiral pattern for natural sound dispersion Slim profile design for flush in-ceiling or in-wall mounting Sealed back cover to protect speaker and crossover from dust and moisture Paintable grille with magnets for quick and easy installation Large mounting clamp with non-slip tread for sure grip

Csd1X2 - Bogen Csd1X2 Drop-In Ceiling Speakers - Cable - Off-White $55.35 bogen Csd1x2 Drop-in Ceiling Speakers Are Full-range Speakers That Allow For Fast And Easy Installation. Just Make One Simple Cut to The Ceiling Tile, Lay The Support Rail Crossbar Across The Ceiling Grid, And Drop The Csd1x2 Into Place. [GF9073] UPC: 765368480016 UNSPC: 52161500 24.5L x 14W 12 LB

Bose Virtually Invisible 791 In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) $599.99 These Virtually Invisible speakers feature two 1" silk tweeters and a 7" woofer with Stereo Everywhere speaker performance for spacious stereo sound. An infinite baffle design and paintable grilles allow you to easily match your d?cor for a stylish look.

Russound Acclaim 5 Series 8 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) - White $300.99 Learn more about Magnolia Premium Installation These in-ceiling speakers deliver clear, robust audio with an 8" vacuum-formed polypropylene woofer and a 1" pivoting silk tweeter for high-quality sound.

BIC America Muro 6-1/2 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) $79.99 These in-ceiling speakers feature 6-1/2" polygraphite woofers with butyl rubber surrounds and 1" liquid-cooled titanium tweeters for immersive audio. The weather-resistant design provides durability for long-lasting use.

Russound Acclaim 5 Series 6-1/2 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) - White $180.99 Learn more about Magnolia Premium Installation These in-ceiling speakers feature a 6-1/2" polypropylene woofer and a 1/2" pivoting polyetherimide tweeter for clear, robust audio. The paintable design allows you to match the speaker to the color of your ceiling for a streamlined look.

6.5 Kevlar Ceiling Spk $110.99 ARCHITECH PRESTIGE PS-601 6.5" KEVLAR® CEILING SPEAKERS

8 Kevlar Ceiling Spk $156.99 ARCHITECH PRESTIGE PS-801 8" KEVLAR® CEILING SPEAKERS

Ceiling Speaker $51.99 ARCHITECH SC-502E 5.25" PREMIUM SERIES ROUND CEILING SPEAKERS

6.5'' Two-Way In-Ceiling Speakers w/70V Transformer $62.99 The Pyle Pro PDIC60T two-way in-ceiling speaker system with 70V transformer delivers stereo sound to any room in your home or office without cluttering floor space. It’s compa

SpeakerCraft Custom Round Series 6-1/2 100W In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair) $359 Learn more about Magnolia Premium Installation Play your favorite music on these Custom Round Series in-ceiling speakers that deliver quality-sounding audio in a truly custom design. Featuring 30 angle adjustment and WavePlane tweeter baffles, sound is easily dispersed throughout your listening area.

BIC America 2Way 100Watt Ceiling Speakers with Swivel Tweeters MSR5 $96.51 Power handling: 10100 watts. Ceiling Speakers with Swivel Tweeters. 5 poly/carbon cone woofer 1/2 poly dome tweeter. Sensitivity: 90dB at 8 ohms nominal impedance. Frequency response: 65 Hz23kHz. Overall: 8 x 2 3/4 . Cut out: 6 1/2 .