KEF Ci160QL in wall speaker

Product Description

Bring premium KEF sound into your home with the KEF Ci160QL In Wall Speaker, a discreet architectural speaker designed to deliver detailed and spacious audio while integrating seamlessly into your wall.

The Ci160QL features KEF's renowned Uni Q driver technology, combining the tweeter and midrange driver into a single coaxial acoustic source. This helps create a coherent soundstage with consistent coverage across a wide listening area.

With its 6.5 inch Uni Q driver, the Ci160QL provides balanced midrange, clear vocals and detailed high frequencies from a compact in wall format. Its architectural design makes it an excellent choice for home theater, stereo music, whole home audio and custom AV installations.

The speaker can be installed flush into the wall and paired with a discreet grille that can be customized to complement the surrounding interior. This makes the Ci160QL particularly suitable for modern homes where high quality audio needs to remain visually unobtrusive.

Key Features

6.5 Inch Uni Q Driver

The Ci160QL features a 6.5 inch Uni Q driver that combines the midrange and tweeter into one coaxial acoustic source.

KEF Uni Q Technology

Uni Q helps create a coherent and naturally integrated soundstage with consistent sound across a broad listening area.

2 Way Acoustic Design

The two way architecture provides balanced midrange and high frequency reproduction.

In Wall Installation

The speaker installs directly into the wall, eliminating the need for floor or shelf space.

Wide Sound Dispersion

The Uni Q design provides broad sound coverage, making the speaker suitable for multiple listening positions.

Architectural Appearance

The discreet design allows the speaker to blend naturally into modern interiors.

Paintable Grille

The grille can be painted to match the wall for a more seamless installation.

Custom Installation Ready

Designed for professional residential and commercial AV applications.

Ideal Uses

Home Theater

Use the Ci160QL as a front, center or surround speaker depending on your system design.

Dolby Atmos Systems

Suitable for surround or other appropriate channel applications when integrated with compatible KEF architectural speakers.

Stereo Music

A discreet alternative to conventional bookshelf or floorstanding speakers.

Whole Home Audio

Ideal for distributing music throughout multiple rooms.

Living Room

Provides premium audio without visible standalone speakers.

Bedroom

A clean and discreet solution for music and entertainment.

Custom AV Installation

Excellent for professional integrators, architects and interior designers.

Key Benefits

✔ 6.5 Inch Uni Q Driver

✔ 2 Way Coaxial Design

✔ KEF Uni Q Technology

✔ Wide Sound Dispersion

✔ Clear Vocals and Dialogue

✔ Detailed High Frequencies

✔ Premium In Wall Installation

✔ Discreet Architectural Design

✔ Paintable Grille

✔ Ideal for Home Theater

✔ Suitable for Stereo Music

✔ Excellent for Whole Home Audio

Technical Specifications

What's Included in the Box

• 1 x KEF Ci160QL In Wall Speaker

• Architectural Grille

• Installation Hardware

• Mounting Accessories

• User Documentation

• Warranty Documentation

Recommended Pairings

KEF Ci200QL

Combine the Ci160QL with KEF architectural speakers to create a complete multi channel home theater or whole home audio installation.

Best For: Custom Home Theater

KEF Ci3120QLM THX

Use the Ci3120QLM THX for higher performance front or center channel applications while using the Ci160QL for surround channels.

Ideal For: Premium Cinema

KEF KC92

Add a KC92 subwoofer for deeper bass extension and greater cinematic impact.

Best For: Premium Home Theater

KEF Reference 2 Meta

Use the Reference 2 Meta as a dedicated center channel for a premium KEF Reference system.

Ideal For: Luxury Home Cinema

Denon AVC A1H

A powerful AV receiver suitable for driving a multi channel KEF architectural system.

Best For: Dolby Atmos

Perfect Setup Configurations

Premium 5.1 Home Theater

• KEF Ci3120QLM THX Front Speakers

• KEF Reference 2 Meta Center Speaker

• KEF Ci160QL Surround Speakers

• KEF KC92 Subwoofer

• Denon AV Receiver

Ideal For: Movies and Streaming

Dolby Atmos 7.1.4

• KEF Ci3120QLM THX Front Speakers

• KEF Reference Center Speaker

• KEF Ci160QL Surround Speakers

• KEF Ci200QL Ceiling Speakers

• 2 x KEF KC92 Subwoofers

• Denon AVC A1H

• 4K Laser Projector

Ideal For: Immersive Home Cinema

Whole Home Audio

• KEF Ci160QL In Wall Speakers

• KEF Ci200QL In Ceiling Speakers

• Multi Room Amplifier

• Network Music Source

Ideal For: Multi Room Music

Why Buy the KEF Ci160QL?

The KEF Ci160QL is an excellent choice for customers who want the sound quality and engineering of KEF in a discreet architectural format.

Its 6.5 inch Uni Q driver provides a coherent and spacious presentation while keeping the speaker compact enough for a wide range of residential installations.

Because the speaker installs directly into the wall, it is ideal for customers who want premium sound without the visual footprint of conventional speakers. The paintable grille also allows the installation to blend naturally with the room.

Whether you are building a custom home theater, upgrading your living room audio or creating a whole home music system, the Ci160QL provides a flexible and aesthetically clean solution.

Frequently Bought Together

• KEF Ci200QL Architectural Speakers

• KEF Ci3120QLM THX In Wall Speakers

• KEF Reference 2 Meta Center Speaker

• KEF KC92 Subwoofer

• Denon AVC A1H AV Receiver

• Marantz Cinema 30

• Premium Speaker Cable

• 4K Laser Projector

Build a complete architectural audio system with premium front, center, surround, overhead and low frequency components.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the KEF Ci160QL?

The KEF Ci160QL is a 6.5 inch in wall architectural speaker designed for home theater, stereo music, whole home audio and custom installations.

Does the Ci160QL use Uni Q technology?

Yes. It uses KEF's Uni Q coaxial driver technology, combining the tweeter and midrange driver into a single acoustic source.

What size driver does the Ci160QL have?

The Ci160QL features a 6.5 inch / 160 mm Uni Q driver.

Can I use the Ci160QL for home theater?

Yes. It can be used as a front, center or surround speaker depending on the system configuration.

Can it be used in a Dolby Atmos system?

Yes. It can be incorporated into a Dolby Atmos system for suitable channel positions. Dedicated in ceiling speakers such as the KEF Ci200QL are generally preferred for overhead channels.

Is the Ci160QL suitable for music?

Yes. Its Uni Q driver provides coherent stereo reproduction and makes it suitable for music listening.

Does it need a subwoofer?

For a premium home theater, adding a dedicated subwoofer such as the KEF KC92 is recommended for deeper bass and greater cinematic impact.

Can the grille be painted?

Yes. The architectural grille can be painted to match the wall and surrounding interior.

Is professional installation recommended?

Yes. Professional installation is recommended to ensure correct mounting, positioning and acoustic performance.

Is the Ci160QL sold individually?

Yes. The Ci160QL is sold as one individual speaker. Two speakers are required for a standard stereo pair.

Can the Ci160QL be installed in the ceiling?

The Ci160QL is primarily designed as an in wall speaker. For dedicated ceiling applications, a KEF architectural in ceiling model such as the Ci200QL is more appropriate.