In-wall and ceiling speakers suit homes, offices, shops and cafés where sound should be spread around a room without bulky cabinets on show. Our range has over 70 models: passive ceiling speakers, 100 V line speakers and network speakers. Leading brands include AUDAC, ALGO, AXIS and BOSE.
How to choose in-wall and ceiling speakers
Mounting location. Measure the cut-out diameter and the mounting depth before buying, because the full body of the speaker must fit above the ceiling panel. Plasterboard and suspended tile ceilings usually work without extras, while concrete ceilings generally need a separate back box or a surface-mount model.
Connection type. Passive 4 or 8 ohm speakers connect to an ordinary amplifier or receiver, so they suit home cinema and music systems. 100 V line speakers include a transformer and let many speakers share one amplifier, which is why shops and offices choose them. Network speakers receive audio over an Ethernet cable, often with power over PoE, so no separate amplifier is needed.
Purpose. For background music, clean mid and high frequencies matter, so a two-way speaker with a separate tweeter is the better choice. For announcements and paging, speech clarity and volume matter more, and a simpler full-range driver is enough. If the speaker will go in a kitchen or bathroom, look for moisture-resistant construction.
Power and number of speakers. In a larger space it is better to spread several lower-power speakers evenly than to use one loud one, as this avoids zones that are too loud or too quiet. Match the spacing to the ceiling height and the dispersion angle stated by the manufacturer.
Brands in our range
- AUDAC: Belgian maker known for professional installed audio, including ceiling speakers and 100 V systems.
- ALGO: specialises in IP speakers and paging devices that connect to SIP telephony systems.
- AXIS: Swedish network technology company, known for IP cameras and network speakers managed in the same system.
- BOSE: the well-known audio manufacturer's professional line, which includes ceiling speakers.
- FANVIL: known for SIP phones and intercoms, with speakers designed to work with IP telephony.
- KENWOOD: Japanese audio manufacturer with a long history in home and car audio.
Also in our range: VIVOLINK, BLOW, RENKFORCE, SPEAKA, INTUSONIC and TECHNISAT.
Frequently asked questions
How many ceiling speakers does a room need?
A small room usually needs two speakers, while a larger space needs more. The number depends on the ceiling height and the speaker's dispersion angle: the lower the ceiling, the closer together the speakers should be. For background music, more speakers with lower power each is the better approach.
What is the difference between 100 V and standard speakers?
100 V speakers include a transformer and work with a high-voltage line, while standard passive speakers connect directly to an amplifier. A 100 V system makes it easy to connect many speakers to one line over long cable runs. That is why shops, offices and warehouses usually choose it.
Do ceiling speakers need an amplifier?
Passive and 100 V speakers always need an amplifier. Network (IP) speakers connect to a computer network and have built-in amplification, so no extra amplifier is required. Choose according to whether you already own audio equipment.
Can ceiling speakers be fitted in plasterboard ceilings?
Yes, most ceiling speakers are designed for plasterboard and suspended ceiling panels. You cut a hole of the right diameter and secure the speaker with the manufacturer's clamps. Check beforehand that there is enough space above the ceiling for the speaker body.
