Description:
Product Description
The KEF CI 130ER White are a pair of round in-ceiling speakers from the Ci-E series, designed to integrate discreetly into any residential or commercial space. With a 130mm (5.25") Uni-Q driver, 16mm (0.6") aluminum dome tweeter, 8-ohm nominal impedance, 90 dB sensitivity (2.83V/1m), 52Hz-20kHz frequency response (±6dB) open-backed, 2.5kHz crossover frequency, 10-80W recommended power, UTB™ Ultra Thin Bezel technology, Weather Resistant Construction, detachable magnetic grille, 193.4mm (7.61") external diameter, 81mm (3.19") depth, 158mm (6.22") diameter cut-out, 6mm-33mm compatible ceiling thickness, 77.5mm (3.05") mounting depth from surface, 1.2 kg per pair (2.7 lbs) weight, white finish, sold as a pair, the KEF CI 130ER White are the perfect solution for high-quality architectural audio with KEF's signature Uni-Q technology.
Uni-Q Technology: Point Source Sound from Any Position
KEF's Patented Coaxial Driver
KEF's Uni-Q technology integrates the midrange driver and tweeter into a single point source:
- 5.25" (130mm) Uni-Q Driver: Detailed midrange and bass reproduction
- 16mm aluminum dome tweeter: Crystal-clear high frequencies
- Single point source: Consistent sound from any position
- 2.5kHz crossover: Smooth transition between drivers
- No narrow "sweet spot": The entire room enjoys the same sound
UTB™ Ultra Thin Bezel: Perfect Integration
Discreet Architectural Design
UTB™ Ultra Thin Bezel technology offers:
- Ultra-thin bezel: Minimal visual presence on the ceiling
- Paintable bezel and grille: Can be painted to match the decor
- Magnetic grille: Tool-free installation and removal
- White finish: Integrates naturally with white ceilings
Moisture Resistant Construction
Suitable for Bathrooms, Kitchens, and Covered Outdoors
The CI 130ER feature Weather Resistant Construction:
- Specially coated grilles: Moisture resistance
- Moisture-resistant terminations: Protected connections
- UV-protected plastics: Long-term durability
- Suitable for bathrooms and kitchens: Use in humid environments
Simple and Versatile Installation
Installation Data for the Installer
The KEF CI 130ER facilitate installation with:
- 158mm (6.22") cut-out: Ceiling cut-out diameter
- Compatible ceiling thickness: 6mm minimum / 33mm maximum
- Mounting depth: 77.5mm from the surface
- Optional RIF130R installation frame: For pre-installation
- Optional RNC130R back box: For improved bass performance
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | KEF CI 130ER |
| Series | Ci-E |
| Type | Pair of round in-ceiling speakers |
| LF Driver | 130mm (5.25") Uni-Q driver array |
| HF Driver (Tweeter) | 16mm (0.6") aluminum dome |
| Crossover | 2.5kHz |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB (2.83V/1m) |
| Frequency Response (±6dB) | 52Hz - 20kHz (open-backed) |
| Recommended Power | 10 - 80 Watts |
| External Diameter | 193.4mm (7.61") |
| Depth | 81mm (3.19") |
| Cut-out Diameter | 158mm (6.22") |
| Ceiling Thickness (minimum) | 6mm (0.24") |
| Ceiling Thickness (maximum) | 33mm (1.3") |
| Mounting Depth from Surface | 77.5mm (3.05") |
| Technology | UTB™ Ultra Thin Bezel |
| Construction | Weather Resistant |
| Grille | Magnetic, paintable |
| Optional Frame | RIF130R (Rough In Frame) |
| Optional Back Box | RNC130R |
| Weight (pair) | 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs) |
| Finish | White |
| Sales Unit | Per pair |
Ideal for
The KEF CI 130ER White are ideal for residential architectural audio installations in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways, multi-zone home audio systems, bathrooms and kitchens that require moisture-resistant speakers, construction and remodeling projects seeking visual discretion, commercial installations in hotels, restaurants, and offices, background sound systems in commercial spaces, users seeking KEF's characteristic Uni-Q sound integrated into the ceiling, home theater installations with in-ceiling satellite speakers, and any project requiring high-quality in-ceiling speakers with a discreet architectural design.