Ci5160RLM-THX vs Ci3160RLM-THX
The Ci3160RLM-THX matches the Ci5160RLM-THX on sensitivity (89 dB), impedance (4Ω), high-frequency extension (45 kHz), and woofer (6.5").
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The KEF Ci5160RLM-THX is an ultra-high performance in-wall speaker from the Ci-R Series, designed for extreme home theater applications. It incorporates KEF's 12th generation Uni-Q driver array with groundbreaking Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) that eliminates 99% of high-frequency distortion for pure, natural sound. Paired with four 160mm (6.5in.) hybrid aluminium bass drivers, it delivers tight, deep, controlled bass and exceptional acoustic accuracy. THX Certified Ultra, it has passed rigorous tests for output levels, frequency response, signal-to-noise ratio, and distortion, ensuring realistic, immersive sound for cinema, music, gaming, and TV. The speaker features a 5.5mm thick precision-machined aluminium baffle to minimize vibration, paintable magnetic metal grille (Aluminium Silver finish, optional black cloth grille), and is engineered for seamless room integration. Ideal for large theaters and living rooms, it supports bi-wire/bi-amp connections and includes accessories like cutout template, gaskets, and hex tool.
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The Ci3160RLM-THX matches the Ci5160RLM-THX on sensitivity (89 dB), impedance (4Ω), high-frequency extension (45 kHz), and woofer (6.5").
The Ci3160REFM-THX matches the Ci5160RLM-THX on sensitivity (89 dB), impedance (4Ω), low-frequency extension (32 Hz), and high-frequency extension (45 kHz).
The Ci250RRM-THX's impedance is 8Ω against the Ci5160RLM-THX's 4Ω and its low-frequency extension 28 Hz against 32 Hz. Both share sensitivity (89 dB) and ways (3).
The HTS40C's sensitivity is 85 dB against the Ci5160RLM-THX's 89 dB and its impedance 8Ω against 4Ω. Both share low-frequency extension (32 Hz) and woofer (6.5").
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