Peak Power Handling: 220 watts (The maximum amount of power an electronic device, like a speaker, can handle without damage. This refers to short bursts of power, while root mean square (RMS) power handling indicates the amount of continuous power a device can sustain. Higher levels of distortion can also occur at peak power levels when the device is powered beyond its recommended usage.)
Impedance: 8 ohms (Describes the resistance of an electric signal throughout the system. Devices with low impedance require less power to deliver optimal signals but are more at risk for damage from overloading. Higher impedance requires more power but is more protected from overload damage.)
Minimum Frequency Response: 48 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
Maximum Frequency Response: 21 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
Sensitivity: 88 decibels
Number of Speakers: 2
Number of Tweeters: 2
Tweeter Size: 1 inches
Number of Woofers: 1
Woofer Size: 8 inches
Connectivity
Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
Features
Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Outdoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
Dimensions
Product Height: 12 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
Product Width: 11.25 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
Product Depth: 5.56 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
Product Weight: 9.1 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Material
Tweeter Material: Aluminum
Woofer Material: Aluminum
Included
Speaker Wire Included: false
Certifications Listings & Approvals
ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
Set up a lush soundscape in your home with these Niles Directed Soundfield DS8FX in-ceiling speakers that feature an 8" IMPACT (Improved Aluminum Ceramic Technology) woofer cone and two 1" IMPACT dome tweeters for realistic surround sound effects.
160W maximum power handling: For robust and controlled audio that is crisp and clear.
One 8" IMPACT (Improved Aluminum Ceramic Technology) woofer cone: Along with two 1" nano-coated IMPACT dome tweeters for a wide range of sounds.
Directed Soundfield technology: With a pivot mechanism lets you easily direct sound to an optimal listening area. A multi-axis tweeter array positions the tweeters at opposing angles for lifelike surround sound effects.
MicroThin speaker grille: Attaches magnetically for quick installation and a low-profile design that blends into your ceiling. Spring-tensioned mounting clamps allow easy installation and help compensate for uneven mounting surfaces.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good Sounding speakers
I am not an audiophile, but in my opinion, these speakers do produce excellent sound quality. My wife and I are hearing a broader spectrum of sounds that were not produced with our older speakers.
As indicated installation can be challenging. Basic installation was not difficult; however, due to the insulation in our attic it was necessary to build enclosures around the speakers since the manufacturer indicates these speakers can get hot and should have a couple of inches of clearance. That took additional time in a dark cramped attic.