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Ceiling Speaker : What is it?

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Ceiling speakers are hung or installed on ceilings to save space and better distribute sound. They are commonly used in home entertainment systems where there is limited room for freestanding speakers. They can also be used to channel sound over different rooms, such as kitchens and bedrooms.

Ceiling speakers may be a single speaker or a system consisting of a subwoofer and tweeters. They may also come with a back box, which serves as a control panel for adjusting volume, equalization, and other sound attributes.

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Types Of Ceiling Speakers

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Kinds of Ceiling Speakers include the following:

Recessed Ceiling Speakers

  • Recessed or in-ceiling speakers are mounted into a cavity in the ceiling, with only the speaker head visible.
  • They are covered with grilles that can be painted to blend in with the ceiling colors.
  • Most models are round to resemble lights and other ceiling fixtures.
  • The wiring is usually hidden inside the ceiling and connected to an AC power source.
  • They require complex installation and are usually permanent, because a new cavity will have to be drilled to install them somewhere else.


Hanging speakers

  • Hanging speakers are usually cylindrical and suspended from ceilings using bard or wires.
  • They can be tilted from their casings to direct sound over specific areas.
  • Many are decorative and include specially shaped casings.
  • They can be wired or wireless. Wired models are hung from their wires, while wireless ones are usually attached to bars.
  • They are easier to move around because they come with movable mounting bars or wires.


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Choosing Ceiling Speakers (Buying Tips)

Noise filter: Choose ceiling speakers with a noise filter feature to eliminate static, background noise, and other unwanted sounds. If you do music and audio editing, look for one with sound separation channels to distinguish the bass from higher-frequency notes.

Wire quality:
For recessed speakers, choose one with high-quality speaker cables approved by the Underwriters Laboratory (UL). These speakers have been proven highly heat-resistant and will not spread fire.

Sound distribution:
Choose ceiling speakers with bass and treble tone controls to allow you to adjust sound attributes after installation. This is especially useful for recessed or stationary speakers, as they cannot be moved around to properly distribute the sound. If you have a small room, consider getting a one-piece stereo speaker to save space while providing background sound. Swiveling tweeters also allow you to distribute sound more evenly around the room.

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