Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Product # 4104
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are the grills and frame on these speakers paintable? I need black speakers and mono price doesn’t seem to offer black.
Dominick M
on Jul 24, 2021
I installed them in a white ceiling, however, I would think they are paintable with a few precautions. If you want to use a rattle can pick a paint like Krylon Fusion that is designed to adhere to plastic. The grIlls are removable so painting them is easy, painting the surrounds will require masking the speaker cones.
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- David L on Aug 10, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 14, 2020
Yep, I painted the grills on the ones I put in my last house (flat black, btw). Make sure to spray and not brush, otherwise you might clog the holes in the grill. The frame is fine to brush though.
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- Joseph T on Aug 10, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 31, 2020
Yes. I spray painted them to match ceiling color and they came out fine.
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- Peter D on Aug 10, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 20, 2020
Yes. They are paintable. I'd suggest using spray paint if possible
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- JimmyM on Aug 10, 2021
- Purchased on May 30, 2021
Yes I have painted them in the past on many projects.
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- Chris B on Aug 10, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2020
I believe spray paint should work fine.
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- Jeffrey H on Aug 10, 2021
- Purchased on May 17, 2021
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What gauge speaker wire should I use with these?
A shopper
on Jan 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: These speakers will work with up to 12AWG speaker cables. Bigger is always better.
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- Dave L Staff on Jan 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: These speakers will work with up to 12AWG speaker cables. Bigger is always better.
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- Dave L Staff on Jan 28, 2019
I used 16 gauge for a 30 foot length driven by a 20 watt / ch. amp which I sometimes play fairly loud (power used and wire length are the factors at play). IMHO 18 may be fine also for such a distance or less.
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- Rick N on Jan 28, 2019
- Purchased on May 29, 2018
I used 16 AWG wire. I had a short distance for the speakers. If you have a longer run, say 40 or 50 feet you might use 14 gauge wire.
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- Paul K on Jan 28, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 22, 2018
I always stay with the rule of thumb, no smaller then 14ga. in interior walls.
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- LEN on Jan 28, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 26, 2018
I used 18 gauge speaker. The speakers sound great.
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- Stephen C on Jan 28, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 13, 2018
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Any ideas on how to keep the insulation off the speaker in a ceiling mount with blown in insulation above?
New User U
on May 15, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I bought some cheap plastic popcorn bowls at Wally World. I also bought some foam pipe insulation. Take the pipe insulation and run it around the top edge of the popcorn bowl. Secure the foam to the bowl with electrical tape. Then, take the bowl with the foam cushioned edge and place it on top of the back of the speaker. Spread your blown in insulation back over the bowl...
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- Matt W on Jun 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I bought some cheap plastic popcorn bowls at Wally World. I also bought some foam pipe insulation. Take the pipe insulation and run it around the top edge of the popcorn bowl. Secure the foam to the bowl with electrical tape. Then, take the bowl with the foam cushioned edge and place it on top of the back of the speaker. Spread your blown in insulation back over the bowl...
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- Matt W on Jun 4, 2017
If you have batt style insulation, install like normal. The speaker will be fine touching it. If you have blown-in insulation, cut a big piece of batt insulation and slid the batt insulation up in the hole right when you finish cutting. It will hold up the blown-in insulation and keep it from getting in your speaker.
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- Jake V on Mar 10, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 29, 2017
They sell a back for these on Monoprice. https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=109&cp_id=10837&cs_id=1083707&p_id=11942&seq=1&format=2
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- Andrew D on Jul 26, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 6, 2016
Buy the back covers form Monoprice or construct your own out of cardboard and place them over the speakers and replace your blown in insulation.
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- Douglas S on Jan 15, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 7, 2017
They sell a separate cover, for a nominal fee. I did not buying them though, as I have rigid sprayfoam insulation.
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- scott s on May 24, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
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Are these spearjer to be installed with a separation between the cone and insulation or can the blow in insulation be placed directly on the speaker?
A shopper
on Jun 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It would be best to use the back cans for this installation.
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- Dave L Staff on Jun 21, 2019
Monoprice ABS Back Enclosure (Pair) for PID 4104 8in Ceiling Speaker
BEST ANSWER: It would be best to use the back cans for this installation.
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- Dave L Staff on Jun 21, 2019
Monoprice ABS Back Enclosure (Pair) for PID 4104 8in Ceiling Speaker
Blown in insulation can be placed directly against the back of the speaker. I cannot recall exactly, but the speaker back might have come with a polypropylene cover to go into the ceiling to keep insulation off the speaker cone. Either way, I do not see it would be a problem to have insulation against the speaker back.
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- Guest on Jun 20, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 14, 2018
I wouldn't recommend blown in insulation on top of them without some type of barrier. I have installed mine up against roll type insulation, but the electronics are exposed, so blown in would coat the electronics, which probably isn't the best idea.
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- Zachary L on Jun 20, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 1, 2018
It would probably be best to keep the insulation off of the cone. See one of the other questions/answers for how someone made a cover using popcorn bowls and pipe. This was not a concern for me because I had insulation batts installed.
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- Gregory Y on Jun 21, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 21, 2018
They are open in the back, not sealed. You need the ABS enclosure that monoprice sells if you have or will have blown in insulation around them. PID 4104
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- Brian O on Jun 20, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 24, 2018
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What do these weigh each wondering if I have to reinforce drop ceiling?
Alex H
on Dec 22, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Typically the standard drop ceiling reinforcement is enough to carry the weight of the speakers. If you have an unconventional drop ceiling or are unsure, we would recommend contacting a professional installer for your specific application. We also recommend paring this speaker with our drop ceiling installation kit product # 6033.
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Typically the standard drop ceiling reinforcement is enough to carry the weight of the speakers. If you have an unconventional drop ceiling or are unsure, we would recommend contacting a professional installer for your specific application. We also recommend paring this speaker with our drop ceiling installation kit product # 6033.
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 18, 2017
Just as an estimate from holding these I would say they weigh around 8 lbs. They work great for drywall, but I don't think I would put them in a drop ceiling. The clamps are made to squeeze the drywall to hold the speaker in there, I'm afraid they would go right through drop ceiling material.
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- John M on Dec 22, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 19, 2016
Most drop ceilings material will support the weight with no problem. However, you can cut out some thick cardboard or thin lumber to spread the load over a bigger footprint.
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- Douglas S on Jan 15, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 7, 2017
I would reinforce but you could get by without reinforcing. They are heavy speakers and sound great.
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- Caleb B on Dec 22, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 20, 2016
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Would you trust these speakers in a bathroom?
A shopper
on Dec 27, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Would depend on how humid your bathroom is. My bathroom doesn't have good ventilation so when you take a hot shower it gets pretty steamed up.If yours stays pretty dryvthese would be fine otherwise I would look for some water resistant type's.
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- Bejamin on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 22, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Would depend on how humid your bathroom is. My bathroom doesn't have good ventilation so when you take a hot shower it gets pretty steamed up.If yours stays pretty dryvthese would be fine otherwise I would look for some water resistant type's.
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- Bejamin on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 22, 2016
The speakers clamp nice and tight to the ceiling. I would probably recommend caulking around the outside of the speaker if you are going to be showering in the bathroom
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- Luke C on Dec 28, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2016
I currently have a pair of these speakers in my master bath. Although it's only been two months I haven't noticed any noise degradation.
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- J Reneau on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2016
Yes, I have a pair in my bathroom for about 5 years. No issues. No rust.
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- Chris E on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Oct 4, 2016
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What is the difference between the 4104 and the 4929 speakers?
A shopper
on Mar 31, 2017
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers (pair)
BEST ANSWER: Both speakers will Mount flush in the ceiling, however the speakers that have a 15 degree offset will allow you to better construct a listening focal point and sound stage. If used in a surround sound application where all or most speakers are in ceiling, you can aim the speaker to your listening position to create a sweet spot for the sound, whereas the only adjustment on the other speakers is the tweeter angle.
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- Eric W on Mar 31, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 16, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Both speakers will Mount flush in the ceiling, however the speakers that have a 15 degree offset will allow you to better construct a listening focal point and sound stage. If used in a surround sound application where all or most speakers are in ceiling, you can aim the speaker to your listening position to create a sweet spot for the sound, whereas the only adjustment on the other speakers is the tweeter angle.
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- Eric W on Mar 31, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 16, 2016
The angled set will allow one to 'aim' the driver towards the listening position. Mine work great, I am using them for side surround speakers and the angle allows me to point towards my couch, you can hreally hear the difference (I have both types of speakers). They do require a much larger hole in your ceiling however so make sure they will fit before you buy.
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- New User U on Mar 31, 2017
One has a 15 degree angle built into it, so you can direct the sound more easily. It mounts flush to the ceiling but the speaker is set in the enclosure at an angle
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- Anthony N on Mar 31, 2017
- Purchased on May 2, 2016
The 4929 speakers have a 15 degree angle to use in vaulted ceilings or in a flat ceiling to direct the sound.
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- Kevin D on Mar 31, 2017
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Can these speakers be use in the bathroom?
A shopper
on Jul 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: they should be fine. I have them in the ceiling of my Screened porch and while they wouldn't get the same level of moisture that occurs with steam from a shower they are out in the humidity of VA weather and are standing up just fine. The cone and foam are all poly product anyway so they are resistant to moisture. IN time you may see a little rust on the screen but if you install them properly and don't ding up the screens exposing any bare metal they should last for quite some time with no issues.
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- Andrew D on Jul 26, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 6, 2016
BEST ANSWER: they should be fine. I have them in the ceiling of my Screened porch and while they wouldn't get the same level of moisture that occurs with steam from a shower they are out in the humidity of VA weather and are standing up just fine. The cone and foam are all poly product anyway so they are resistant to moisture. IN time you may see a little rust on the screen but if you install them properly and don't ding up the screens exposing any bare metal they should last for quite some time with no issues.
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- Andrew D on Jul 26, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 6, 2016
Mine are outdoors and have not had a problem. I'm pretty sure they can deal with the humidity.
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- Alan H on Jul 26, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 24, 2016
I have had one installed in a bathroom for about a year with no issues
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- Donovan B on Jul 26, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 29, 2016
Yes. If they are NOT in the shower and you are using an exhaust fan.
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- William R on Jul 26, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2016
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For the installation, how thick of material can the speaker clamp to? I have done it on 1/2 drywall before but want to use outside in my soffit and it is an inch and a quarter thick
George S
on Jan 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I installed in my ceiling through 3/4 thick material. 1 1/4 inches is pushing the edge of the speaker clamping limits. However, if the limit of the speaker built in clamps do not accommodate the thickness you can remove the screw tabs and put screws into your 1 1/4 material. Or if material will not hold screws you can obtain longer screws of the same size (guage/thickness) and place the clamps onto these.
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- Douglas S on Jan 15, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I installed in my ceiling through 3/4 thick material. 1 1/4 inches is pushing the edge of the speaker clamping limits. However, if the limit of the speaker built in clamps do not accommodate the thickness you can remove the screw tabs and put screws into your 1 1/4 material. Or if material will not hold screws you can obtain longer screws of the same size (guage/thickness) and place the clamps onto these.
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- Douglas S on Jan 15, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 7, 2017
You will have to measure the maximum clamping distance on the speaker. You can also make a ring, mount the ring to the soffit then mount the speaker to the ring. Also, you will need to verify that they are rated for exterior use. For my patio, i purchased MP outdoor speakers. Consider the speaker projection as well, it will be pointing down to the ground and not into the landscape. I get that they are not as clean as a wall or ceiling mount but if there is a market for them then lets push MP to develop!
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- Timothy R on Jan 15, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 27, 2017
You can probably do it but you may have to use longer screws if the ones provided are too short.
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- John M on Jan 15, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 23, 2017
Should be good. I would be more concerned about using them outside.
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- Tim N on Jan 15, 2018
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Do these come with a new construction rough-in ring?
A shopper
on Dec 14, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No. These are designed to be installed only by cutting a hole in installed sheetrock. For new construction just run the speaker wire & you'll be all set.
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- David L on Dec 14, 2016
- Purchased on May 19, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No. These are designed to be installed only by cutting a hole in installed sheetrock. For new construction just run the speaker wire & you'll be all set.
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- David L on Dec 14, 2016
- Purchased on May 19, 2016
You have to check your local code regulations. I'm in Canada (BC) and you have to have vapour boots for any exterior walls etc...
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- Connor M on Aug 8, 2017
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What is the purpose of the foam insert disc that goes in between the speaker and the grill?
Matt B
on Mar 15, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It is a dust shield and prohibits the yellow driver from visibility.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 15, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It is a dust shield and prohibits the yellow driver from visibility.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 15, 2019
It's just for appearance so that the speaker doesn't show.Enter
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- Jose J G on Mar 15, 2019
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Can these be installed outside under and awning (weather/moisture-resistant)?
JeffreyC896683848
on Oct 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I don't think they're rated for this but I have 4 installed this way and they're working fine after four years. I don't use them when it's super cold but they have survived multiple polar vertices and seem to be holding up well.
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- Carl M on Oct 10, 2019
- Purchased on May 30, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I don't think they're rated for this but I have 4 installed this way and they're working fine after four years. I don't use them when it's super cold but they have survived multiple polar vertices and seem to be holding up well.
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- Carl M on Oct 10, 2019
- Purchased on May 30, 2019
Unfortunately these are not weather resistant. I wouldn’t recommend installing them outside
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- Tyler K on Oct 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 22, 2018
Yes, but with the enclosure. That’s a separate purchase.
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- Darrel A on Oct 10, 2019
- Purchased on May 29, 2019
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What switch setting provides the most bass?
A shopper
on Dec 18, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, the switch is defaulted at 0 is the best setting for the most bass, as the others just lower the decibel rating on the speaker. I hope this helps, thank you!
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 20, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, the switch is defaulted at 0 is the best setting for the most bass, as the others just lower the decibel rating on the speaker. I hope this helps, thank you!
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 20, 2016
The switch is for ohms, this does not effect bass but rather the power resistance with your receiver. Make sure you match this properly or you'll burn up your head unit.
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- Andrew D on Jul 26, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 6, 2016
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I am looking to use these with new construction. Any recommendations for rough-in? I need to use something so the drywaller knows where the speakers will be placed.
Brian E
on Jan 28, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I did not like the sound as much as the Polk audios similar in price offered on Amazon. The speakers come with a cut out diagram you stick on dry wall. The lip protrudes out enough about a half inch or so, the cut does not have to be perfect.
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- Matt S on Jan 30, 2017
- Purchased on May 3, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I did not like the sound as much as the Polk audios similar in price offered on Amazon. The speakers come with a cut out diagram you stick on dry wall. The lip protrudes out enough about a half inch or so, the cut does not have to be perfect.
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- Matt S on Jan 30, 2017
- Purchased on May 3, 2016
Buy them in advance. They have a cut out diagram. great speakers for the price.
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- Andrew D on Jul 26, 2017
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What are the differences between these and the Caliber In Ceiling Speakers 8 Inch Fiber 2-Way Product # 4104 besides the Protective Back Cover and the magnetic grille? Are the 8" drivers the same?
Jake V
on Jan 31, 2017
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Black Back Ceiling Speakers 8in 2-Way Fiber with Covered Crossover (pair)
BEST ANSWER: The components and drivers are the same for the two models. Black Back will protect components from debris.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 2, 2017
No difference in the sound?
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- New User U on Feb 27, 2017
Does they sound the same too? They look a bit different.
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- New User U on Feb 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The components and drivers are the same for the two models. Black Back will protect components from debris.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 2, 2017
No difference in the sound?
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- New User U on Feb 27, 2017
Does they sound the same too? They look a bit different.
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- New User U on Feb 27, 2017
Why is the other one more expensive than this when that is a 6.5''
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- Faisal S on Feb 16, 2017
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i'm building a new house and wanting to put speakers in every room. The only room that I'm putting 2 speakers in is the living room. Every other room i'm just putting one. Would these speakers work, or do they only work together as pairs? I'm planning on buying 16 speakers, so a total of 8 pairs...
A shopper
on Mar 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in these ceiling speakers. These , as all of our installed speakers, work great as stereo pairs or as single units. For mono operation it is recommended that you have mono capabilities on your amplifiers. Many recordings use the "stereo" effect heavily, many Jimi Hendrix recordings have his vocal in the right side and the guitar in the left. As a paging system you'll have no worries.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in these ceiling speakers. These , as all of our installed speakers, work great as stereo pairs or as single units. For mono operation it is recommended that you have mono capabilities on your amplifiers. Many recordings use the "stereo" effect heavily, many Jimi Hendrix recordings have his vocal in the right side and the guitar in the left. As a paging system you'll have no worries.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 14, 2017
Certainly they will work, but the bigger question is, for the room where you will only have one, are you going to wire them as MONO, since I'm sure the source is in STEREO? Mono is fine, but you would need to get a stereo to mono adaptor placed before the amp or sound source. Follow the wiring diagram that comes with that.
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- Anthony B on Mar 13, 2017
- Purchased on May 9, 2016
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How do you move the swivel for the tweeter on model mst-870-2y?
A shopper
on Dec 28, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Simply use your first finger and thumb to position the tweeter to the desired position. The first time you move it it may stick a little.
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- Dave L Staff on Jan 3, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Simply use your first finger and thumb to position the tweeter to the desired position. The first time you move it it may stick a little.
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- Dave L Staff on Jan 3, 2018
If you do not have the use of your first finger, it's also possible to use the second finger and thumb. In any case, you just gently point it where you want it to go, and it doesn't put up much of a fight.
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- Joshua C on Mar 12, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 15, 2019
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Would this amp be able to drive these Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way? (PID 4104)
Russell S
on Jan 22, 2018
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Commercial Audio 120W 2ch Mixer Amp (No Logo)
BEST ANSWER: Hi Russell, we use this amp in one of our restaurants. This is amplifier is more than capable of powering 2 speakers, or multiple speakers hooked up together.
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- Fernando R on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 26, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Hi Russell, we use this amp in one of our restaurants. This is amplifier is more than capable of powering 2 speakers, or multiple speakers hooked up together.
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- Fernando R on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 26, 2018
I use a Yamaha surround receiver and the speakers are awesome. There is also a great video on You Tube about these speakers which I believe uses an amp
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- Mike S on Apr 19, 2019
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IT STATES THAT THIS WORKS WITH THE 4104 WHICH HAS A "NORMAL" BEZEL, If I choose the same speaker with the "slim" bezel, the part number changes to 34707, but the picture of the speaker back and the dimensions look like it fits this slim bezel style too, Is this CORRECT? Will it fit the 4104 with a slim bezel, part 34707?
Rob C
on May 7, 2019
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice ABS Back Enclosure (Pair) for PID 4104 8in Ceiling Speaker
Monoprice Caliber Slim Bezel In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it works for both. The Slim Bezel models were designed to fit all of the classic model's accessories.
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- Dave L Staff on May 7, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it works for both. The Slim Bezel models were designed to fit all of the classic model's accessories.
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- Dave L Staff on May 7, 2019
According to the description on the 34707 page, yes.
"With over 100,000 pairs sold worldwide, our Caliber™ Series speakers speak for themselves. This new lineup gives them a slim and sleek design update, while maintaining all the classic features and incredible sound of the originals. The aramid fiber and titanium silk drivers return for that light, rigid, yet powerful and clean sound reproduction. The refined bezels can still be painted or installed as is to fit perfectly blend into any home or office setting, yet they are still compatible with our current Caliber accessories, like the Rough-in Brackets, ABS Back Cans, and Installation Kits. In short, the Calibers got a face lift and they've never looked or sounded better."
"With over 100,000 pairs sold worldwide, our Caliber™ Series speakers speak for themselves. This new lineup gives them a slim and sleek design update, while maintaining all the classic features and incredible sound of the originals. The aramid fiber and titanium silk drivers return for that light, rigid, yet powerful and clean sound reproduction. The refined bezels can still be painted or installed as is to fit perfectly blend into any home or office setting, yet they are still compatible with our current Caliber accessories, like the Rough-in Brackets, ABS Back Cans, and Installation Kits. In short, the Calibers got a face lift and they've never looked or sounded better."
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- Coby J on May 7, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 5, 2018
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I have a 9.8" cutout hole already from my Klipsch 3800-ii's that I moved into my theatre room. I am now looking to put a less expensive set in these existing cutouts. Would these speakers work with those dimensions? Are the retaining clips long enough to make up the .2" additional width?
Jesse N
on May 13, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The legs are about .5" so you should be OK.
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- Dave L Staff on May 13, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The legs are about .5" so you should be OK.
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- Dave L Staff on May 13, 2019
I got up on a chair and measured to the outside edges of the outer ring and it's eleven inches, so my guess is you should be good. you could glue a paint stick or something on the side edge if need be on the backside of the drywall
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- mrpergo on May 13, 2019
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Do these have stereo input or do I need space to position L & R channels?
A shopper
on Dec 30, 2016
BEST ANSWER: As they do come in a pair, they will be L & R channels depending on how your receiver is set up. I hope this helps, thank you!
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- Jericho L Staff on Jan 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: As they do come in a pair, they will be L & R channels depending on how your receiver is set up. I hope this helps, thank you!
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What range of amp wattage (continuous/rms) do you recommend for each size of these Caliber speakers?
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on Jan 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. The nominal input power (RMS) is 80 watts, I hope this helps, and of course if you have any more questions feel free to contact us!
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- Jeff M Staff on Feb 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. The nominal input power (RMS) is 80 watts, I hope this helps, and of course if you have any more questions feel free to contact us!
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This or Caliber series speakers?
If my rooms have two speakers in the ceiling, meaning I don't need to run a single speaker in stereo, why would I choose this versus the Caliber series - 4103 or 4104 for instance? Which is the better option if I am going to have two speakers in the room already?
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If my rooms have two speakers in the ceiling, meaning I don't need to run a single speaker in stereo, why would I choose this versus the Caliber series - 4103 or 4104 for instance? Which is the better option if I am going to have two speakers in the room already?
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Stephen B
on Apr 3, 2017
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 6.5in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Aria In-Ceiling Speakers, 6.5in Dual Input Stereo 2-Way (pair)
BEST ANSWER: Ifor you have two speakers in the room there is no point installing the stereo speakers. You would also need 2 pairs of wires per speaker to make use of them.
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- Keith V on Apr 3, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Ifor you have two speakers in the room there is no point installing the stereo speakers. You would also need 2 pairs of wires per speaker to make use of them.
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- Keith V on Apr 3, 2017
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What is the exact diameter to cut out of the ceiling for the 4104 8" ceiling speakers?
I have to prepare the install while they are in transit... Thanks!
I have to prepare the install while they are in transit... Thanks!
Chrysoula P
on Apr 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The product description shows the Cut-out Dimension is 9.69" (246mm).
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- Dave L Staff on May 30, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The product description shows the Cut-out Dimension is 9.69" (246mm).
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Is the 6 Zone Home Audio Multizone Controller and Amplifier Kit powerful enough to adequately drive these speakers? Also, can i switch these speakers to 4 ohm?
Charles M
on Oct 29, 2017
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice 6-Zone Home Audio Multizone Controller and Amplifier Kit, NO LOGO
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your interest in this home audio system. The 6-zome amp will sufficiently drive all of our in-wall and ceiling speaker below 8". You can use the larger ones but not get the bass response your looking for from a larger driver.
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- Dave L Staff on Nov 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your interest in this home audio system. The 6-zome amp will sufficiently drive all of our in-wall and ceiling speaker below 8". You can use the larger ones but not get the bass response your looking for from a larger driver.
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If I want to run just 1 speaker in the Laundry room would I be able to pickup both channels or would I just have a Left or a Right?
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on Oct 31, 2017
BEST ANSWER: You would run one speaker cable (2 wires - typically black and a red or one wire with a stripe and the other without) you would connect it to the speaker like normal, one wire to the (+) and one to the (-). At the receiver you would connect the (-) to the Left outputs (-) and then the (+) to the Right outputs (+). This would be considered Mono and you would hear both Left and Right channels.
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BEST ANSWER: You would run one speaker cable (2 wires - typically black and a red or one wire with a stripe and the other without) you would connect it to the speaker like normal, one wire to the (+) and one to the (-). At the receiver you would connect the (-) to the Left outputs (-) and then the (+) to the Right outputs (+). This would be considered Mono and you would hear both Left and Right channels.
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Will this bracket work with Monoprice speaker 4104 using the ABS Back Enclosure?
New User U
on Dec 10, 2017
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Rough-in Bracket for 8in Round Speaker (Each)
Monoprice ABS Back Enclosure (Pair) for PID 4104 8in Ceiling Speaker
BEST ANSWER: The product pages show the Back Can is 9.6" and the bracket is 9.2". Looks like ot will be too big for this bracket.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The product pages show the Back Can is 9.6" and the bracket is 9.2". Looks like ot will be too big for this bracket.
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How do these compare to the Caliber Ceiling Speakers 6.5-In (#7605) will notice a difference with a mid-range receiver?
New User U
on Jan 24, 2018
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Caliber Ceiling Speakers 6.5in Fiber 3-Way with Concentric Mid/Highs (pair)
BEST ANSWER: the 4104 will have deeper bass response. the 7605 will have more clarity and definition in the mid-range and high frequencies. I would get the 7605 and a small powered sub.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 5, 2018
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BEST ANSWER: the 4104 will have deeper bass response. the 7605 will have more clarity and definition in the mid-range and high frequencies. I would get the 7605 and a small powered sub.
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Can the Aria 31032 be installed with 4104 ceiling speakers?
Is the impedance compatible?
Is the impedance compatible?
Chrysoula P
on Jun 29, 2018
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Aria Ceiling Speaker 8-inch Subwoofer with Dual Voice Coil (each)
Monoprice Aria Ceiling Speakers 8-inch Polypropylene 2-Way (pair)
BEST ANSWER: You can run a single pair of the 4104 Calibers with no impedance issues.
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- Dave L Staff on Jul 9, 2018
How about adding 31031 (sub with 3inch satellites) to the existing 4104 pair? Series or parallel connection for the two pairs?
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- Chrysoula P on Jul 9, 2018
I assume your amp will support a 4Ω load. The Aria sub has 2 inputs, left & right. Both are 8Ω. The 4104 are also 8Ω. You can run 1x 4104 and one side of the sub in parallel, run the other 4104 to the other side of the Aria sub. Your amp will see a 4Ω load on each channel. Wiring speaker in series is generally a bad idea. The wiring is messy and lose a lot of power, this config will show as a 16Ω load to the amp cutting the power at least in half and then splitting that in half to the 2 speakers.
The satellite output from the sub will support up to an 8Ω load, the 3" satellites are 16Ω. The satellite load will not effect your amp so you get full power to the sub.
If you run the 4104 first they will see full range signal. If you run them from the satellite our of the sub they will only see 250Hz and above.
The satellite output from the sub will support up to an 8Ω load, the 3" satellites are 16Ω. The satellite load will not effect your amp so you get full power to the sub.
If you run the 4104 first they will see full range signal. If you run them from the satellite our of the sub they will only see 250Hz and above.
BEST ANSWER: You can run a single pair of the 4104 Calibers with no impedance issues.
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- Dave L Staff on Jul 9, 2018
How about adding 31031 (sub with 3inch satellites) to the existing 4104 pair? Series or parallel connection for the two pairs?
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- Chrysoula P on Jul 9, 2018
I assume your amp will support a 4Ω load. The Aria sub has 2 inputs, left & right. Both are 8Ω. The 4104 are also 8Ω. You can run 1x 4104 and one side of the sub in parallel, run the other 4104 to the other side of the Aria sub. Your amp will see a 4Ω load on each channel. Wiring speaker in series is generally a bad idea. The wiring is messy and lose a lot of power, this config will show as a 16Ω load to the amp cutting the power at least in half and then splitting that in half to the 2 speakers.
The satellite output from the sub will support up to an 8Ω load, the 3" satellites are 16Ω. The satellite load will not effect your amp so you get full power to the sub.
If you run the 4104 first they will see full range signal. If you run them from the satellite our of the sub they will only see 250Hz and above.
The satellite output from the sub will support up to an 8Ω load, the 3" satellites are 16Ω. The satellite load will not effect your amp so you get full power to the sub.
If you run the 4104 first they will see full range signal. If you run them from the satellite our of the sub they will only see 250Hz and above.
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I am hoping to replace the rear speakers in my Monoprice Premium 5.1 Home Theater System (#10565) with a pair of in-ceiling speakers. What size or model of these speakers would best match what I already have?
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on Jan 2, 2019
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 5.25in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 6.5in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
Monoprice Premium 5.1-Channel Home Theater System with Subwoofer
BEST ANSWER: I would use the 5.25" to match the other speakers.
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Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 5.25in Fiber 2-Way (pair)
BEST ANSWER: I would use the 5.25" to match the other speakers.
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Rated 5 out of 5
All look good.
I bought this for my business and so far working great no issue at the moment.
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Rated 3 out of 5
Audio quality could be better
If you plan on using these to play music in a room, you will definitely notice these speakers leave some quality to be desired.. After testing them with a reference mic, a lot of EQ and filtering was required to get these speakers into a passable response (even still they could have been better). Overall, the base extension is very weak and the highs roll off too fast. Out of the box they have a muddy, boomy mid-range only response. I used a professional grade Crown CDi 1000 amplifier for my testing (I highly recommend ordering refurbished on eBay if you are doing a whole home install. They do 2-8 ohm and 70V loads and have a 7 band parametric EQs per channel built in).
They will probably work fine for surround/atoms speakers which don't play continuous, critically listened to content.
Also be very gentle with the mounting mechanism and use a hand screw driver to snug up the speakers. One of the screws snapped (yes, the metal part, not the plastic part!) on one of the four speakers I ordered. It still held in fine with 3 wings (no rattling).
They will probably work fine for surround/atoms speakers which don't play continuous, critically listened to content.
Also be very gentle with the mounting mechanism and use a hand screw driver to snug up the speakers. One of the screws snapped (yes, the metal part, not the plastic part!) on one of the four speakers I ordered. It still held in fine with 3 wings (no rattling).
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Rated 4 out of 5
I purchased these to replace a 15 year old pair that originally cost several times that of the calipers. They sound much better than I expected and we're easily installed.
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Rated 4 out of 5
Clear and Crisp
Overall a nice sounding speaker. Be nice if it had a little more bass sound. I used them in the ceiling of my shop. I also used the ABS enclosure through Monoprice. The Enclosures made the installation a little trickier because the wire stripping wasn't adaquite. The sound on the speakers is very crisp and clear, just lacking a little bass. Mid's and High are great. I would definitely recommend the enclosures for in-ceiling because you can loose a lot of sound on the back if you don't. I could only find 2 manufacturers with in-ceiling enclosed speakers, Monoprice being one. Definitely worth it.
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Rated 3 out of 5
great sound for a great price
I installed these speakers and they are a great sound for a great
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Rated 5 out of 5
Atmos Speakers
Very pleased. Great sound for the money!!!
Used them for Atmos ceiling speakers. Have two rooms with Atmos sound. Both Caliper speakers.
Used them for Atmos ceiling speakers. Have two rooms with Atmos sound. Both Caliper speakers.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Good sound & design
The center tweeter is directional; you can actually move it to point in the direction you need which is great for home theater setups
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great speakers
I have 6 pairs of these speakers installed throughout two homes and they are great for distributed whole house audio applications. They take a beating and match specs with 'high end brand' two way speakers at about 1/4 the price. Mates well with the Monoprice MPR-6ZMAUT Home Audio Distribution System.
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Rated 5 out of 5
decent speakers
I'm using these as overhead speakers in an Atmos setup and they work well.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Awesome speakers!
Love these speakers. I have them for surround sound and they're awesome. Installation is easy they come with instructions and a pattern for the holes.
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