KEF CI3160RLM THX is a 2-way Passive In-wall speaker by KEF. It was released in 2020. It features a 1" Tweeter, x 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 43-28k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. KEF CI3160RLM THX has an MSRP of 4600$ per pair but can often be found around 0$ per pair.
KEF's Ci Series of Loudspeakers
CI3160RLM THX is a member of KEF's Ci series of Passive speakers. The Ci range are KEF's in-wall and in-ceiling custom-install speakers, many using the brand's Uni-Q driver. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
KEF Ci Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the KEF CI3160RLM THX Speaker
KEF CI3160RLM THX has a Frequency response range of 43-28k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 43 Hz, CI3160RLM THX delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Here we have a comparison of how CI3160RLM THX's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
In-wall Speakers
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Impedance and Sensitivity
KEF CI3160RLM THX's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms and has a sensitivity of
89 dB.
Sensitivity
In-wall Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the KEF CI3160RLM THX is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the KEF CI3160RLM THX with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
89dB of the KEF CI3160RLM THX is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the KEF CI3160RLM THX plays in your room →
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What amplifier does the KEF CI3160RLM THX need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
19–300 W
per channel into 4 ohms.
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Input Type
CI3160RLM THX features Spring post type connectors.
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KEF CI3160RLM THX External Dimensions and Weight
KEF CI3160RLM THX has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) (681.0 x 230.2 x 99.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of KEF CI3160RLM THX is approximately 227.9cm2 / 35.3inch2.
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Recommended Accessories
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Warranty
6 Years w/ registration of parts warranty and 6 Years w/ registration of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.