KEF's First THX® Dominus Certified Loudspeaker
The Ci-Reference in-wall loudspeaker Ci5160REFM-THX is KEF's first in-wall loudspeaker with THX® - Dominus certification and is one of the few worldwide to achieve this ultimate standard. Together with the 12th generation Uni-Q driver with Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™), the Ci5160REFM-THX delivers realistic high-fidelity sound with unparalleled sound quality, even in the largest home cinemas and living rooms.
Realistic, True-to-Life Sound
Equipped with four 160 mm woofers, the Ci5160REFM-THX delivers clean, rich and extremely articulate bass down to 32 Hz. Together with the massive, vented motor system, specially designed for in-wall installation, the Ci5160REFM-THX disappears into the room, leaving an impressive, intense experience.
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THX®- Dominus Certification
Ci5160REFM-THX is THX® Certified Dominus - the largest and most powerful THX® performance class, the closest to a public cinema experience at home.
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Metamaterial Absorption Technology
Absorption of 99% of unwanted frequencies
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Handmade in UK
Like KEF's high-end loudspeakers, the Ci-Reference series is designed, developed and hand-built in Maidstone, UK.
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Uni-Q®
Acts as a single point source to enlarge the "sweet spot" and distribute sound more evenly.
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Perfect Finish
Available in Aluminium Black/Grey and a brushed aluminium baffle in Black, with the Uni-Q driver array in Grey.
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Hide Your Speakers, Not the Sound
The paintable magnetic metal grille and optional black fabric grille ensure the loudspeaker blends seamlessly into its surroundings.
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Absolute Attention to Detail
The 11 mm thick, precision-machined aluminium baffle is designed to eliminate vibrations, providing a solid platform for the powerful drivers to deliver their full performance.
Technical data
| Model | KEF Ci5160REFM-THX |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ω |
| Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 92dB |
| Frequency response (±6 dB), open at the back | 40Hz - 28kHz |
| Frequency range (-10 dB) | 32Hz - 45kHz |
| Nominal area of ??effect (degrees) | 150° |
| Crossover frequency | 600Hz, 3000Hz |
| drivers | TT: 4 x 160mm MT: 125mm Uni-Q HT: 25mm vented aluminum dome with metamaterial absorption technology |
| Recommended amp power | 50 - 500W |
| Recommended High Pass Filter (Hz) | 35Hz - 80Hz |
| External dimensions (H x W x D) | 1070 x 230 x 105.7mm |
| Cutout dimensions (H x W) | 1052x209mm |
| Net Weight | 21.7kg |
| Installation depth from surface | 99mm |
| Ideal housing volume (l) | 90 |
| Minimum recommended case volume (l) | 40 |
| Max SPL (dB) | 116dB |
| Certification | THX Dominus certified |
| Wall Thickness (Maximum) | 40mm |
| Wall thickness (minimum) | 6mm |