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Brand | Micca |
Model Name | Media ICW |
Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
Connectivity Technology | Coaxial |
Special Feature | Radio |
About this item
- UNCOMPROMISING AUDIO QUALITY - Micca Media Series in-ceiling speakers are designed for optimal performance in a wide variety of home audio applications, from relaxing background music to high-impact home theater systems. Their smooth and natural sound signature with robust bass output deliver an engaging listening experience.
- EASY TO INSTALL - The built-in mounting tabs grab securely onto drywall or wood panels with no need for additional brackets or boxes. With durable construction and materials, Micca in-ceiling speakers are great for family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and covered outdoor porches, providing years of lasting enjoyment.
- MODERN AND ELEGANT - Using a rimed grill design, the Micca Media Series ceiling speakers protrude minimally from the wall and blend unobtrusively into any decor. When painted to match the wall color, they become virtually invisible, giving you great sound without taking up valuable space.
- ENGINEERED FOR GREAT SOUND - The M-8C utilizes a high excursion 8-inch poly woofer and a pivoting 1-inch silk dome tweeter that can be aimed to project a spacious sound stage. Perfect integration between the tweeter and woofer is achieved through a 6dB crossover network that ensures coherent transition in the critical upper midrange region.
- SPECIFICATIONS - Frequency Response: 40Hz-20kHz; Impedance: 8 Ohms; Sensitivity: 90dB 1W/1M; Power Handling: 100 Watts (Each); Outer Dimension: 10.7” Diameter; Cutout Dimension: 9.4” Diameter; Mounting Depth: 3.5”
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Easy to install | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.8 | — | 4.8 |
Sound quality | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.0 | — | 5.0 |
Volume control | — | — | 5.0 | 4.7 | — | 4.7 |
Sold By | Micca Distributor | mumi | Micca Distributor | Electronics Expo (Authorized Dealer) | Micca Outlet | Electronics Expo (Authorized Dealer) |
speaker size | — | 8 inches | 8 inches | 6.5 inches | 8 inches | 6.5 inches |
power source | Amplifier | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
speaker type | Subwoofer | Outdoor, Surround Sound | In-Ceiling | In-Ceiling | Outdoor, Woofer, Surround Sound | Component |
mounting type | Ceiling Mount | Flush Mount | Ceiling Mount,Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount,Magnetic Mount |
weight | 3.56 pounds | — | — | 6.5 pounds | — | 1.99 kilograms |
model name | Media ICW | A18C-PP1 | A-8C | Polk Audio VT60 2 Pack | A-8C | VT60 |
surround channels | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
impedance | 8 ohm | — | 6 ohm | 8 ohm | — | 8 ohm |
From the manufacturer
Photo shows speaker with and without grill installed. Speaker is sold individually and not a pair.
Micca home audio products focus on delivering unbeatable value, with each product engineered to offer the most performance at a price point.
Proudly designed in the USA, built with carefully selected components and rigorous design, Micca speakers deliver exceptional sound quality and are well reviewed by owners and critics.
Micca M-8C 2-Way In-Ceiling Speaker
Single speaker, please purchase number needed.
The M-8C is a 2-way in-wall speaker with a high excursion 8 inch poly woofer and a 1 inch soft dome tweeter. This combination provides the utmost flexibility in terms of configuration and suitability to different types of audio tastes. From providing relaxed background music to a high impact multi-channel home theater system, the M-8C is built with carefully selected components and rigorous design to deliver exceptional value and performance.
Simple to install and paintable to match existing wall color, the M-8C is an ideal way to add high quality sound to a room without taking up any additional space.
- Carefully selected components and rigorous design yields exceptional performance
- Easy to install with basic hand tools and paintable to match any decor
- Available models in different sizes and shapes for a versatile and complete home audio solution
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Poly-Mica WooferIn addition to smooth and natural vocals, the 8 inch woofer is capable of robust bass output, allowing the M-8C to be used without the need for a subwoofer in many applications. |
Pivoting Silk Dome TweeterThe 1-inch silk dome tweeter generates abundant detail and clarity, projecting a solid and focused image for all sources. Pivoting design means the tweeter can be aimed for a spacious sound stage. |
Advanced Crossover DesignPerfect integration between the tweeter and woofer is achieved through a 6dB crossover network that ensures coherent transition in the critical upper midrange region. |
Easy InstallationUse the included template to mark and cut the mounting hole with a drywall knife. Built-in mounting tabs make installation a breeze. Requiring only a screw driver, the mounting tabs securely grab onto surrounding drywall. |
Micca M-8S | Micca M-6S | Micca M-CS | Micca M-8C | Micca M-6C | |
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Type | 8-inch in-wall speaker | 6.5-inch in-wall speaker | In-wall center channel speaker | 8-inch in-ceiling speaker | 6.5-inch in-ceiling speaker |
Woofer | Pivoting 1-inch silk dome | Pivoting 1-inch silk dome | Pivoting 1-inch silk dome | Pivoting 1-inch silk dome | Pivoting 1-inch silk dome |
Tweeter | 8-inch Poly-Mica Woofer | 6.5-inch Poly-Mica Woofer | Dual 5.25-inch Poly-Mica Woofers | 8-inch Poly-Mica Woofer | 6.5-inch Poly-Mica Woofer |
Crossover | 12dB/Octave | 12dB/Octave | 12dB/Octave | 6dB/Octave | 6dB/Octave |
Frequency response | 40Hz-20kHz | 50Hz-20kHz | 60Hz-20kHz | 40Hz-20kHz | 50Hz-20kHz |
Power handling | 100 watts (each) | 80 watts (each) | 120 watts (each) | 100 watts (each) | 80 watts (each) |
Sensitivity | 90dB 1W/1M | 87dB 1W/1M | 90dB 1W/1M | 90dB 1W/1M | 87dB 1W/1M |
Dimensions | 10.0” (W) x 14.1” (H) | 8.7” (W) x 12.1” (H) | 15.4” (W) x 8.3” (H) | 10.7” Diameter | 9.0” Diameter |
Cutout dimensions | 8.7” (W) x 12.7” (H) | 7.3” (W) x 10.7” (H) | 13.8” (W) x 6.7” (H) | 9.4” Diameter | 7.6” Diameter |
Mounting depth | 3.4” | 2.9” | 3.1” | 3.5” | 3.0” |
Get the right size
Micca speaker sizes of "8-Inch", "6.5-Inch", and "5.25-Inch" are based on industry standard practice of approximate woofer size. Please do not rely on this size to determine if the speaker will fit a install location.
To select the right speaker size for your project, please refer to the product dimensions, wall cutout dimensions, and mounting depth listed in the table above.
Selection considerations
The M-8C and M-6C shares common components and design with other M-Series in-wall/in-ceiling speakers, making for a perfect tonal match when mixed and matched. For a given installation location, it is always recommended to install the largest M-Series speaker model that will fit. Doing so provides the fullest sound and best performance at all playback levels. Where larger M-8S and M-8C speakers will not fit, the smaller M-6S and M-6C speakers can be used instead. The M-8C/M-6C can be installed in-ceiling or vertically in-wall in situations where the rectangular M-8S/M-6C models do not fit.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 10.8 x 10.8 x 3.6 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.56 pounds |
Manufacturer | Micca |
ASIN | B002YPS6T6 |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | M-8C |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #11,845 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #3 in Ceiling & In-Wall Speakers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 25, 2009 |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 100 Watts |
Item Weight | 3.6 Pounds |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
NOTE: This listing is for one speaker, buy as many as needed!
The Micca M-Series of in-wall and in-ceiling speakers have been designed for optimal performance in a wide variety of home entertainment applications, from providing relaxed background music to a high-impact 7-channel home theater system. Built with high-quality components and rigorously tested design, M-Series speakers deliver exceptional value and are well reviewed by owners and critics.
Dynamic and Balanced
The M-8C is a 2-way in-ceiling/wall speaker with a high excursion 8" poly woofer and a 1" soft dome tweeter in a co-axial arrangement. This combination provides great flexibility in terms of application and suitability to different music tastes. In addition to smooth and natural vocals, the 8" woofer is capable of robust bass output. This allows the M-8C to be used without the need for a subwoofer in many installations, or seamless integration if a subwoofer is used.
Imaging and Clarity
The 1" soft dome tweeter provides abundant detail and clarity, generating solid and focused imaging for all sound sources in a spacious sound stage. Designed for a broadened listening sweet spot, the tweeter employs a diffuser to assist with the off-axis response as well as a pivoting mechanism to achieve proper aiming. Perfect integration between the tweeter and woofer is achieved through a 6dB crossover network. Once installed and set up, the M-8C projects a realistic sound stage with excellent resolution.
Specifications
- Woofer: 8" Mica-Poly Cone, Butyl Rubber Surround
- Tweeter: 1" Silk Dome
- Crossover: 6dB/Octave
- Frequency Response: 40Hz-20kHz
- Impedance: 8 Ohms
- Sensitivity: 90dB 1W/1M
- Power Handling: 100 Watts (Each)
- Outer Diameter: 10.7"
- Cutout: 9.4"
- Mounting Depth: 3.5"
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Customers like the sound quality, clarity, versatility, and value of the speakers. For example, they mention that it sounds really good, it can get loud enough in movies, and that the high end is clear with no distortion. They say it's a wonderful addition to their home theater and that it'll provide adequate sound for home theater viewing. Customers are also impresseded with the ease of installation, tweeter, fit, and quality.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. For example, they say the birds sound real, and can get loud enough in movies. The speakers are attractive, and do not distort at all.
"...inexpensive but not 'cheap'. There's a difference.* they sound decent, maybe a tad mid-high heavy, but the mid-bass frequencies are balanced..." Read more
"...speakers at 80 percent power using 105 watt receivers and they do not distort at all (and they are very loud)...." Read more
"...Expected them to be “decent” because of the cost but they sound really good. Had to paint ours which was a cinch using the included paint shields." Read more
"...This and a small amphony bluetooth amp are much cheaper and provide way better sound. I have been listening everyday since I bought them...." Read more
Customers appreciate the speakers for their value. They say they're a great budget option for ceiling channel speakers in an Atmos setup. They also say they sound great for the price and are a 100% best deal for atmos setup or just in ceiling music. Customers also mention that the speakers are hefty and the plastic frames do not feel fragile.
"...be gentle.SPEAKER PROs* inexpensive but not 'cheap'. There's a difference.*..." Read more
"...Another plus is that these speakers are very reasonable in price -- less expensive than Polk, Yamaha, Bose, and many other brands...." Read more
"...I would still say they do sound good. Certainly a great budget option for ceiling channel speakers in an Atmo setup (my use case)...." Read more
"...This and a small amphony bluetooth amp are much cheaper and provide way better sound. I have been listening everyday since I bought them...." Read more
Customers find the speakers fairly easy to install using the proper hole saw. They appreciate the clear instructions and paper cutout guides provided. They also mention that the speakers can be mounted in drywall.
"...can't beat the price for performance factor* easy install - I installed 6 speakers in 4 hours, including set-up, tear-down and clean-up...." Read more
"...As far as mounting goes, these speakers are very easy to mount -- the speaker terminals have red and black push in buttons to feed 14 AWG speaker..." Read more
"...In terms of the install, it was super easy. The grills are easy to remove if you follow the instructions (no tools needed)...." Read more
"...Installation was incredibly easy.Comparison to Paradigm Studio 20sI was so happy with these, I figured I would give it a try...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the speakers. They say that they are top notch, with solid highs and lows, and a smooth midrange. The construction of these speakers is very sturdy, and the cones are reinforced. The crossover circuitry is well built, and it will last a couple of decades easily. The midbass speaker motor seems solid and substantial, and is adequate. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend these speakers to others.
"...be gentle.SPEAKER PROs* inexpensive but not 'cheap'. There's a difference.*..." Read more
"...The construction of these speakers is very sturdy, and the cones are reinforced...." Read more
"Used the 8S, 6S, and CS for a 5.1.4 surround theater and the result was simply astounding...." Read more
"...They seem incredibly cheap and yet reviewed very well.I got the speakers and as others have said, they are packaged extremely well...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the speakers. For example, they say it fits snugly on the wall, the mesh grill fits snug, and stays put even after being removed. Some mention that the speakers fit the bill perfectly, are the perfect size for the ceiling, and the mounts go deep enough to accommodate their drywall. The speakers sit flush to the wall and are very attractive looking. They are hardly noticeable even though they are fairly shallow.
"...I wanted the larger 8in woofer for a “thicker” sound - these fit the bill perfectly...." Read more
"...The grill fits snug but using a small hook or tweezers, it can pop out easily. I had to pop it off to readjust the tweeter...." Read more
"...Great sound, super installation. The mounts go deep enough to accommodate my drywall as well as the sheet of plywood that's behind my wall to..." Read more
"...They fit very tight, so trying to push them on a ceiling tile was challenging. Once mounted, they look nice and blend in well with the ceiling...." Read more
Customers like the directional tweeter of the speakers. They say it's on a swivel and can be adjusted to focus the sound. The tweeters can be tilted and directed towards the listening area, providing excellent sound quality. The pivoting tweeters give you a ton of flexibility. Customers also say the tweeters are amazing and crystal clear.
"...Surprisingly good actually. I moved into a home that was pre wired for whole house audio in the ceiling...." Read more
"...far apart I put them, they still sound pretty good, so they're decent off-axis for just a 2 way speaker...." Read more
"...Very nice bass response, and the tweeters do not disappoint either...." Read more
"...When you factor in the cost, they are outstanding...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the speakers. They mention that the high end is clear, stays crystal clear, and has no distortion. The range and clarity are fantastic, and the speakers are great for the price.
"...beefs up the bottom end without sounding boomy and the clarity of the system is just amazing. My idea of upgrading my receiver just got scrubbed!..." Read more
"...They are clear and the installation was very easy (banana clips a plus)...." Read more
"...These speakers are loud! The tweeters are amazing and crystal clear...." Read more
"...It avoids sound going up to the next level and makes it clearer. Also the tweeter is directional, so make sure to do this as you install and test...." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the speakers. They say it's a wonderful addition to their home theater, great for home theater surround speakers, and a great product for home theatre setup. The sound is great and more than adequate for hometheater viewing. They also say the speakers are perfect for surround / ambiance speakers, in-wall units, and outdoor patio speakers. Customers also say that the speakers have good bass and are excellent for movies and music.
"...They are perfect for any residence, small store or restaurant for great passive music...." Read more
"...They have a little bit of bass, perfect for music or TV speakers in kitchen without being too much.I added 4 on the patio this summer...." Read more
"...None of the tinny, empty sound. Good bass. Excellent for movies. Excellent for music. For the price absolutely unbeatable." Read more
"Quality build materials (what's visible anyway) with a very nice crossover...." Read more
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INSTALLATION TIPS
1) use a small hook tool to remove the speaker grills, not a nail
2) use painter's tape to hold the cut-out template to the ceiling; don't use the worthless little sticky tabs provided
3) cut out 2'x2' sheet foam squares to hold the insulation in place above the speakers and to prevent any insulation from getting into the speaker cone, which will vibrate and drive you crazy
4) pre-tap the screws before putting the speaker in place. This helps prevent stripping the phillips screw heads when screwing the speaker clamps in place
5) use a *slightly* damp cloth to wipe dusty finger prints from the speaker cone and ring. be gentle.
SPEAKER PROs
* inexpensive but not 'cheap'. There's a difference.
* they sound decent, maybe a tad mid-high heavy, but the mid-bass frequencies are balanced and clear
* can't beat the price for performance factor
* easy install - I installed 6 speakers in 4 hours, including set-up, tear-down and clean-up.
SPEAKER CONs
* they sound decent, maybe a tad mid-high heavy, but the mid-bass frequencies are balanced
* they are power-hungry. be sure to use an amp around 75-100 watts. Under-powering these speakers will make them sound faint and will not give the bass, mids and trebles 'punch'.
MY THOUGHTS
Keep in mind these are in-ceiling/in-wall speakers and unless you encapsulate them in sound boxes (like in-wall speaker cabinets) that are perfectly tuned to the cubic volume to maximize the sound, you will get decent but not 'wow' factor sound. Most installations will be with insulation behind the speaker magnets, which absorb bass reflex sound, which is what my installation was. Despite not giving the speakers a good encapsulated and ported environment, they still sound surprisngly good.
If I were to use these for theatre surround sound, I would build ported boxes behind each in the wall or ceiling, acting like a speaker cabinet. Although, surround sound speakers don't do a lot of sound work during movies and live programming, so installing these as true surround sound speakers, I don't think a built-in speaker box is necessary. If these were installed as primary sound driver, yes, I would install speaker boxes behind them.
MY REFERENCE POINTS to judge the performance and sound of the MICCA M-8C
* I use Sonos products to wirelessly connect the entire home, controlled by the Sonos app on my phone
* I have a Sonos Arc, Sonos Sub and two Sonos Ones in our family room.
* I have a 9.1 Mirage home theatre system in our media room. (two 5' towers, one center channel, six ceiling mounted surround speakers and one 12" subwoofer). It is powered by a Pioneer SC-61 amp. I use a Sonos Port to connect the home theatre system to the whole house sound solution.
* I have two Polk Audio Atrium 6 speakers on the back deck, connected to a Sonos Amp inside, which also powers two of the six Micca in-ceiling speakers, located in our dining room.
* I have two Polk Audio Atrium 4 speakers and two 10" passive Synergistic towers in the garage, powered by an old Denon stereo amp. Who doesn't like to listen to the game or rockin' music when working in the garage?
* I use a Sonos Amp to power the remaining four Micca in-ceiling speakers in our downstairs bar area.
* I have 17 guitars, 6 guitar amps and a plethora of sound gear.
I share all this to suggest I have been around 'sound' for a long, long time. There's nothing like a well-mixed live sound, which is my ultimate reference for designing my whole-house sound solution. While I am not an expert, I do like clear, crisp, clean unmuddled sound and I think for the price and for the intended purpose (in-ceiling), the Micca speakers do the trick. I couldn't justify spending $500 on two Bose in-ceiling speakers, for example.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2020
INSTALLATION TIPS
1) use a small hook tool to remove the speaker grills, not a nail
2) use painter's tape to hold the cut-out template to the ceiling; don't use the worthless little sticky tabs provided
3) cut out 2'x2' sheet foam squares to hold the insulation in place above the speakers and to prevent any insulation from getting into the speaker cone, which will vibrate and drive you crazy
4) pre-tap the screws before putting the speaker in place. This helps prevent stripping the phillips screw heads when screwing the speaker clamps in place
5) use a *slightly* damp cloth to wipe dusty finger prints from the speaker cone and ring. be gentle.
SPEAKER PROs
* inexpensive but not 'cheap'. There's a difference.
* they sound decent, maybe a tad mid-high heavy, but the mid-bass frequencies are balanced and clear
* can't beat the price for performance factor
* easy install - I installed 6 speakers in 4 hours, including set-up, tear-down and clean-up.
SPEAKER CONs
* they sound decent, maybe a tad mid-high heavy, but the mid-bass frequencies are balanced
* they are power-hungry. be sure to use an amp around 75-100 watts. Under-powering these speakers will make them sound faint and will not give the bass, mids and trebles 'punch'.
MY THOUGHTS
Keep in mind these are in-ceiling/in-wall speakers and unless you encapsulate them in sound boxes (like in-wall speaker cabinets) that are perfectly tuned to the cubic volume to maximize the sound, you will get decent but not 'wow' factor sound. Most installations will be with insulation behind the speaker magnets, which absorb bass reflex sound, which is what my installation was. Despite not giving the speakers a good encapsulated and ported environment, they still sound surprisngly good.
If I were to use these for theatre surround sound, I would build ported boxes behind each in the wall or ceiling, acting like a speaker cabinet. Although, surround sound speakers don't do a lot of sound work during movies and live programming, so installing these as true surround sound speakers, I don't think a built-in speaker box is necessary. If these were installed as primary sound driver, yes, I would install speaker boxes behind them.
MY REFERENCE POINTS to judge the performance and sound of the MICCA M-8C
* I use Sonos products to wirelessly connect the entire home, controlled by the Sonos app on my phone
* I have a Sonos Arc, Sonos Sub and two Sonos Ones in our family room.
* I have a 9.1 Mirage home theatre system in our media room. (two 5' towers, one center channel, six ceiling mounted surround speakers and one 12" subwoofer). It is powered by a Pioneer SC-61 amp. I use a Sonos Port to connect the home theatre system to the whole house sound solution.
* I have two Polk Audio Atrium 6 speakers on the back deck, connected to a Sonos Amp inside, which also powers two of the six Micca in-ceiling speakers, located in our dining room.
* I have two Polk Audio Atrium 4 speakers and two 10" passive Synergistic towers in the garage, powered by an old Denon stereo amp. Who doesn't like to listen to the game or rockin' music when working in the garage?
* I use a Sonos Amp to power the remaining four Micca in-ceiling speakers in our downstairs bar area.
* I have 17 guitars, 6 guitar amps and a plethora of sound gear.
I share all this to suggest I have been around 'sound' for a long, long time. There's nothing like a well-mixed live sound, which is my ultimate reference for designing my whole-house sound solution. While I am not an expert, I do like clear, crisp, clean unmuddled sound and I think for the price and for the intended purpose (in-ceiling), the Micca speakers do the trick. I couldn't justify spending $500 on two Bose in-ceiling speakers, for example.
The sound from these speakers is simply amazing. I am a software engineer by profession, but I also have a music degree and I spent several years as a professional musician. My taste in music is varied -- from blues and hard rock, to new age, to classical, to electronica and beyond. As a result, I need speakers that will faithfully reproduce the sound I want to listen to -- these speakers do that. When I need lots of bass for electronica while listening to Deadmau5, Pendulum, or Cosmic Gate, these speakers deliver. If I want something to support hard rock with driving bass and screaming guitar like Jimmy Hendrix, Johnny Winter, or Led Zeppelin, these speakers do the job better than the ten-inch JBL's I used to use before my home burned down. If I just want to chill out and listen to Mozart, Greig, or Copland, these speakers faithfully reproduce the strings and woodwinds without any distortion. I have not found another speaker that demonstrate as much versatility as these speakers do.
Another plus is that these speakers are very reasonable in price -- less expensive than Polk, Yamaha, Bose, and many other brands. If you are someone that likes to listen to music so loud that it actually hurts your ears, these speakers may not be for you -- in that case I would recommend JBL or Celeston speakers for extreme volume (although JBL's are terrible for classical music as they color the sound too much). However, I have pushed these speakers at 80 percent power using 105 watt receivers and they do not distort at all (and they are very loud). I normally listen to music at a level that allows me to still have a conservation with someone, so factor that into my review (I am not a fan of REALLY LOUD music).
As far as mounting goes, these speakers are very easy to mount -- the speaker terminals have red and black push in buttons to feed 14 AWG speaker wire into, and there are four screws you turn to lock the speaker into the ceiling and mount it securely. The speakers come with white grills, and they look great when they are installed. The construction of these speakers is very sturdy, and the cones are reinforced. Also, while these are rated as eight inch speakers, they are actually almost ten inches in diameter when you mount them with the grills -- you will want to take that into account. I have ten-inch floor joists in my house that are mounted sixteen inches on center, which form really nice hollow boxes for mounting the speakers into the ceiling.
If there was a slight negative to these speakers, I would say that they carry a lot of sound through walls and floors. Watching a movie with great theater sound late at night can be a problem if you don't want to wake people up, even when the speakers are at low volumes. If I decide to install speakers in my finished basement, I will buy more of these. Dollar for dollar, these speakers cannot be beat.
I would still say they do sound good. Certainly a great budget option for ceiling channel speakers in an Atmo setup (my use case). I just wouldn't use them for front channel or any sort of 'music' speaker setups.
In terms of the install, it was super easy. The grills are easy to remove if you follow the instructions (no tools needed). They also come with templates that work as both a cutting guide and paint shield for the outer ring. I painted the grills, but not the outer rings. I also just used a 9.5" hole saw to make the cut super easy.
All in all, I do highly recommend these for Atmos ceiling channels. The amount of audio that gets passed to these channels wouldn't justify spending 2-3x more for speakers that can handle low/mid a bit better.
If a builder is reading this, please do not use these for front/center channel or overhead music speakers. I know builders like to cheap out, but it's just not worth it.
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023
I would still say they do sound good. Certainly a great budget option for ceiling channel speakers in an Atmo setup (my use case). I just wouldn't use them for front channel or any sort of 'music' speaker setups.
In terms of the install, it was super easy. The grills are easy to remove if you follow the instructions (no tools needed). They also come with templates that work as both a cutting guide and paint shield for the outer ring. I painted the grills, but not the outer rings. I also just used a 9.5" hole saw to make the cut super easy.
All in all, I do highly recommend these for Atmos ceiling channels. The amount of audio that gets passed to these channels wouldn't justify spending 2-3x more for speakers that can handle low/mid a bit better.
If a builder is reading this, please do not use these for front/center channel or overhead music speakers. I know builders like to cheap out, but it's just not worth it.
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Cheaper price and aesthetics aside, the focused sound that they are able to provide beats the OWM 3 hands down
My frame of reference is the race scene from Ready Player One (4K DVD). Audio from these speakers is well positioned and directionality is not lost when seated around the main listening position used for initial calibration
One caveat to this review: they work well for my purpose, I.e. atmos speakers, which by definition come in very infrequently. If your intention is to use them in a stereo setup, please look at other reviews first as well. The above being said, I don’t think you can do much better than these for Atmos. You’d be getting very marginal gains (if any) for 2-3x the price
In india it is very hard to get celling speakers for Dolby Atmos/DTS X sound format with great sound quality
Pros:
8 inch polypropylene cone with 1 inch silk dome tweeter
Excellent reproduction of sound for this price
point
Can also be used as 7.1 setup
Cons:
No checked with both atmos/dts x format no issues
Worth to buy @this price point