Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers (pair)
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Would the 4929 speakers work in-wall instead of in-ceiling? I am putting them in a room as the height speakers for Atmos. The ceiling is vaulted and I don't believe it is thick enough to mount in-ceiling speakers.
Brian S
on Jul 7, 2018
BEST ANSWER: These speakers are 5.63" deep. They will not work for in-wall applications as most walls are only 3.73" deep. Double check your ceiling depth. Even vaulted ceilings will have 6-12" clearance to the roof. The Caliber in-wall speakers do have pivoting tweeters that may allow you to mount them high on the wall and point the tweeter down to the listening area.
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- Dave L Staff on Jul 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: These speakers are 5.63" deep. They will not work for in-wall applications as most walls are only 3.73" deep. Double check your ceiling depth. Even vaulted ceilings will have 6-12" clearance to the roof. The Caliber in-wall speakers do have pivoting tweeters that may allow you to mount them high on the wall and point the tweeter down to the listening area.
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- Dave L Staff on Jul 9, 2018
They can work in wall in they way you mentioned. I'm assuming you mean your going to put them further up the wall rather then in the ceiling for height effects. Just be aware that monoprice has in this model line up speakers built for in wall rather then ceiling mounted. This matters because these speakers were designed with the tweeter in front of the woofer to be downfiring from a overhead ceiling the in wall designs with separate woofer midrange and tweeter will direct the sound much better from the wall with less off axis issues
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- New User U on Jul 9, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
They're pretty big and the sound is fabulous - I imagine they would work fine if they are high up - I also have the rectangular 'wall' version as par of my sound system - great sound
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- jbab on Jul 9, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 22, 2017
I used these for Atmos speakers in a vaulted ceiling and they work perfect. I dont see why they wouldn't work in wall as well, although the angles won't be ideal.
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- Travis B on Jul 9, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 1, 2017
In ceiling speakers can not be installed in walls, cones and magnets are too thick. In wall are made thinner
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- Ken A on Jul 9, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 27, 2017
Should work just fine. It used spinning tabs similar to an old work box to grab the drywall
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- Robert M on Jul 9, 2018
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I was thinking of pairing these with the 8” rear angled caliper for surround. Would the difference in woofer size mean anything or am I really over thinking this?
Adam L
on Nov 12, 2018
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers (pair)
Monoprice Caliber In-Wall Speakers 5.25in Fiber 3-Way (pair)
BEST ANSWER: No, the tweeters are similar in the Caliber series. The 8" woofer will give you more bass response, nut the rear channel from the AVR will not.
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- Dave L Staff on Nov 15, 2018
Monoprice Alpha In-Ceiling Speakers 6.5in Carbon Fiber 2-Way with 15-degree Angled Drivers (pair)
Monoprice Alpha In-Wall Speakers 6.5in Carbon Fiber 3-Way (pair)
BEST ANSWER: No, the tweeters are similar in the Caliber series. The 8" woofer will give you more bass response, nut the rear channel from the AVR will not.
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- Dave L Staff on Nov 15, 2018
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My opinion as a guy who does home theater design and install for the past 25yrs, is it won't be a real issue bacause they are harmonically balanced because they are both the same design and materials. But if you could put the three way 8 inch in your wall and not these 5.25 you will hear and feel a big difference with horsepower. I other words the depth from those speakers even at lower volumes is felt more and has a warmer feel. The subwoofer I hope you will add....will help all of this as well. But if this is the only application because of wall space etc. you will be fine.
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- Toddles on Nov 16, 2018
Not really - If you have a complete "surround" audio system (front center, front left, front right, rear right & left, and a comparable Bass Modulator), the Modulator will take care of the lower audio spectrum (especially the "Bass" levels). The size of the Woofer in the speakers selected should work fine, especially being "3-Way" - better Sound Spectrum separation.
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- John S H on Nov 17, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 3, 2018
Not really. If you are using a sub you will find the sub woofer information will be stronger with the front sound stage. I prefer larger rear speakers for surround to support the lack of low frequency information to the rear. I have the Caliber 5.25 3 ways. I use them in a different manner but, I absolutely love them.
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- CHRISTIAN CUDNEY C on Nov 16, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 18, 2018
I have these in front paired with 8” two way speakers for rear and it sounds great. Bass is not very directional compared to mid range or treble. You should be fine. I also use a powered sub and have the low frequency cut off at 120hz, so the in wall speakers aren’t handling that much low end bass anyway
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- Matthew J on Nov 16, 2018
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If using these when finishing a basement, would it be better to create a mounting plate out of MDF and place between studs OR mount direct to sheet rock when ceiling is finished?
Adam F
on Jul 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: They mount directly into sheet rock works just fine. Mdf would reduce vibration and help them perform a little better. Be careful with total thickness of ceiling. The The clips that swing around and tighten speaker to ceiling may not be tall enough when fully open to swing past the total thickness. . You might get away with 1/2" mdf but 3/4" would be too thick. This is something you could check first if you have the speaker. I used them on a project, and was impressed with their cost vs performance.
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- Randy R on Jul 18, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 15, 2020
BEST ANSWER: They mount directly into sheet rock works just fine. Mdf would reduce vibration and help them perform a little better. Be careful with total thickness of ceiling. The The clips that swing around and tighten speaker to ceiling may not be tall enough when fully open to swing past the total thickness. . You might get away with 1/2" mdf but 3/4" would be too thick. This is something you could check first if you have the speaker. I used them on a project, and was impressed with their cost vs performance.
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- Randy R on Jul 18, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 15, 2020
If the ceiling joists are 16"on center and you are using 1/2" drywall mount directly to ceiling. I would glue and screw ceiling. 24" on center I would put in a 3/8" back plate.
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- ROBERT S on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 18, 2020
directly in the sheetrock would work fine. as long as the sheet rock is at least 5/8"
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- Ron R on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 20, 2019
mounted directly to the drywall without issue
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- Chris K on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 27, 2020
I mounted them into sheetrock with no issues.
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- Albert C on Jul 17, 2020
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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 with 15° Angled Drivers (pair)
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way (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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what size hole is the cutout? The template doesn't show the cutout size.
Ricardo V
on May 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The Full Specs section of the product page shows the cutout dim is ø10.39" (ø264mm)
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- Dave L Staff on May 4, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The Full Specs section of the product page shows the cutout dim is ø10.39" (ø264mm)
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- Dave L Staff on May 4, 2018
ø10.43" (ø265mm) It is listed on the website. However, I just used the template on the ceiling and cut it out by hand.
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- SEJAL PATEL on May 8, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2017
Can’t remember for certain. Maybe 4 inch diameter.
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- Bob N on May 4, 2018
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If I have blown in insulation in my attic and installing these speakers. Should I be concerned about a fire issue if the insulation sits on the top of the speaker? Do I need to cover the speaker from the insulation?
New User U
on Apr 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes, you need to keep insulation 4-6 inches from the speaker for good air circulation. There is a circuit board which does get hot and will scorch things like the paper on the back of "pink" insulation (not your case, but for others reading this). Consider stapling window screen into the joist bay to keep your blown in insulation away.
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- New User U on Apr 17, 2020
- Purchased on Jan 31, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes, you need to keep insulation 4-6 inches from the speaker for good air circulation. There is a circuit board which does get hot and will scorch things like the paper on the back of "pink" insulation (not your case, but for others reading this). Consider stapling window screen into the joist bay to keep your blown in insulation away.
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- New User U on Apr 17, 2020
- Purchased on Jan 31, 2020
Heat generated by normal use of the speaker would not pose a fire hazard. I would strongly recomend the fitted back covers as they will keep dirt, insulation and other debris out of the speaker.
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- ROBERT N on Apr 16, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 31, 2019
don’t think there would be a fire risk but it would be a good idea to use a back box. They are available through many sources.
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- Michael B on Apr 16, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 23, 2020
I would check with your local building inspector.
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- ROBERT S on Apr 18, 2020
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How far from the listening position should these be placed to account for the 15° angle?
A shopper
on Dec 12, 2022
BEST ANSWER: There is no precise answer to your speaker placement question because there are too many unknown variables. I do have a whole career of experience in Loudspeaker design so I'm quite qualified to answer your question. I've always installed this type of ceiling speaker at a minimum of 8-foot apart and 8-foot overhe ad. I always leave the tweeter level controls at 0dB attenuation. I would suggest that you exploit the benefits of these speakers built-in tilt and experiment with the speakers "toe-in or toe-out" and over a period of several days by rotating the speakers on their axis and then audition them afterwards ( it is only necessary to loosen the mounting screws a couple of turns to re-aim the speakers and retighten the screws ). One of my best sounding home theater installs using this speaker set had the speakers 10-ft up and 10-ft apart while aiming the speakers 12-degrees towards the desired listening area. ( should you decide to "back-box" these speakers ..... the internal volume of air should be greater than 1-cubic foot of air while adding acoustical damping materials such as poly-fil )
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- John on Jan 26, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 18, 2022
BEST ANSWER: There is no precise answer to your speaker placement question because there are too many unknown variables. I do have a whole career of experience in Loudspeaker design so I'm quite qualified to answer your question. I've always installed this type of ceiling speaker at a minimum of 8-foot apart and 8-foot overhe ad. I always leave the tweeter level controls at 0dB attenuation. I would suggest that you exploit the benefits of these speakers built-in tilt and experiment with the speakers "toe-in or toe-out" and over a period of several days by rotating the speakers on their axis and then audition them afterwards ( it is only necessary to loosen the mounting screws a couple of turns to re-aim the speakers and retighten the screws ). One of my best sounding home theater installs using this speaker set had the speakers 10-ft up and 10-ft apart while aiming the speakers 12-degrees towards the desired listening area. ( should you decide to "back-box" these speakers ..... the internal volume of air should be greater than 1-cubic foot of air while adding acoustical damping materials such as poly-fil )
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- John on Jan 26, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 18, 2022
I have mine in a drop ceiling further supported by a piece of MDF due to the weight of them. My tiles are 12X12 and I have them about 18" behind me. I used a laser to help show where the center of the speaker would be directed to help ensure it was directed at the back of the theater seating heads if that makes sense.
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- Dan B on Jan 25, 2023
- Purchased on Nov 18, 2022
it would depend on the distance from ears to ceiling. Sketch it out to scale and use a protractor to get the angle.
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- Randy R on Jan 25, 2023
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2022
mine are about 24 inches behind me on a 9ft ceiling and sound great
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- robert c on Jan 25, 2023
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Can these speakers be mounted in a suspended ceiling (acoustic tile)? If yes, is all hardware included to do so?
A shopper
on Sep 21, 2017
BEST ANSWER: You can mount the speaker to acoustic tile ceiling but no hardware is provided with the speaker to do so. The way I have done it is using a piece of 1/2 inch MDF the same width as the tile and wide enough to hold the speaker. You simply cut the holes in both the tile and MDF lined up. You then lay the mdf on top of the tile and insert the tile back in the ceiling and then mount the speaker thru both. The side rails will support the tile and mdf since they are both the same width. You can find this on youtube btw.
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- Marc O on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 23, 2020
BEST ANSWER: You can mount the speaker to acoustic tile ceiling but no hardware is provided with the speaker to do so. The way I have done it is using a piece of 1/2 inch MDF the same width as the tile and wide enough to hold the speaker. You simply cut the holes in both the tile and MDF lined up. You then lay the mdf on top of the tile and insert the tile back in the ceiling and then mount the speaker thru both. The side rails will support the tile and mdf since they are both the same width. You can find this on youtube btw.
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- Marc O on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 23, 2020
You could probably install them in a suspended ceiling with additional bracing. The speaker is quite weighty and may stress the limits of the ceiling tile and support cables if it is not already super sturdy. If you try it and succeed, it would be nice to see a follow up message.
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- Jason A. on Sep 21, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 26, 2016
Yes they can but you will need to buy the brackets separately or make your own.
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- Stephanie B on Sep 21, 2017
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Is there a back enclosure sold by Monoprice for the 4929 speakers? I'm installing these in to new construction, with speaker already ran to speaker location, and would like to use a back enclosure for improved sound, as well as safety from the insulation. If there is not a back enclosure for the 4929, are there any concerns about sound, safety, and/or anything else?
Todd P
on Nov 21, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I don't believe they make a back box for those. I have the back boxes on the regular 8" in ceiling speakers and they really don't make a difference in sound. If you are installing them in a ceiling with an attic, you will want to use a large vapor hat with them. You can buy them specifically for speakers or for pot lights. Or you can make your own with poly. If they are going in a basement or main floor ceiling, it's not necessary. The insulation won't hurt the speakers. The back boxes do help a bit with sound travel, but not much. Since it's new construction, you could build your own out of wood as well. If they are going in a basement or main floor ceiling, I highly recommend stuffing the joist cavity with Roxsul sound deadening insulation. Good luck and enjoy the speakers. I have them in my main floor theater and they perform very well. I have also used them for a lot of installations where the client was on a tight budget and never had one go bad.
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- Stephanie B on Nov 21, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 13, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I don't believe they make a back box for those. I have the back boxes on the regular 8" in ceiling speakers and they really don't make a difference in sound. If you are installing them in a ceiling with an attic, you will want to use a large vapor hat with them. You can buy them specifically for speakers or for pot lights. Or you can make your own with poly. If they are going in a basement or main floor ceiling, it's not necessary. The insulation won't hurt the speakers. The back boxes do help a bit with sound travel, but not much. Since it's new construction, you could build your own out of wood as well. If they are going in a basement or main floor ceiling, I highly recommend stuffing the joist cavity with Roxsul sound deadening insulation. Good luck and enjoy the speakers. I have them in my main floor theater and they perform very well. I have also used them for a lot of installations where the client was on a tight budget and never had one go bad.
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- Stephanie B on Nov 21, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 13, 2016
If you are installing in ceiling with insulation make sure you have a inclosed vapour chamber that’s all you need. No pre made cover for these. I have installed in 6 new homes with no problems in the last 8 years
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- Dallas K on Nov 21, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 26, 2017
I used round Tenmat back boxes. But, cheaper to make a wood back box, from the joist cavity, if you have access above, or no drywall yet.
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- Joe A on Nov 22, 2017
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Is this speaker ok for outdoor or bathroom use?
Tim E
on Jun 6, 2018
BEST ANSWER: They are not outdoor rated but I would assume they are ok for outside. So long as you don't live in a high humidity or extreme heat part of the country.
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- marco r on Jun 6, 2018
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BEST ANSWER: They are not outdoor rated but I would assume they are ok for outside. So long as you don't live in a high humidity or extreme heat part of the country.
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- marco r on Jun 6, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 8, 2017
Hi no I'm afraid not it's an open back design not a good idea to expose it to wet or humid conditions definitely not an outdoor speaker and I wouldn't trust it for a bathroom although you might be able to get away with it
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- New User U on Jun 6, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
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ABS Back Enclosure (Pair) for PID 4104 8in Ceiling Speaker, 11942. They did not fit. Do not buy these. Installed without back enclosures.
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- Alan B on Dec 3, 2018
- Purchased on May 3, 2018
Did not use one. Used the natural acoustic of the ceiling. Also did not use pre construction bracket.
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- Lee R on Dec 3, 2018
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what is the slider switch for?
A shopper
on Dec 10, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers ......... The 3-position "slider switch" controls the volume level of the tweeter relative to the woofer. It does not boost the tweeter volume level. The slider switch is an attenuator and reduces the tweeter SPL ....... usually these type of tweeter level controls drops the volume in 3dB increments.
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- John on Dec 10, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 18, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers ......... The 3-position "slider switch" controls the volume level of the tweeter relative to the woofer. It does not boost the tweeter volume level. The slider switch is an attenuator and reduces the tweeter SPL ....... usually these type of tweeter level controls drops the volume in 3dB increments.
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- John on Dec 10, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 18, 2022
Attenuation for the tweeter, if it sounds to bright drop it down with the switch
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- michael f on Dec 11, 2022
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can one of these be used as a center channel speaker?
Stephen R
on May 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The short answer is yes, but would not recommend it. A center channel is designed to be i a box that provides a good center channel sound. having said that I am using these speakers as the left/right surround sound speakers in a 7.2 setup, which work just as good as the B&W $250 a piece speaker.
I am also using these as ceiling acoustic speakers for music, but still requires you to run a good sub-woofer.
I am also using these as ceiling acoustic speakers for music, but still requires you to run a good sub-woofer.
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- Rick on May 26, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 29, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The short answer is yes, but would not recommend it. A center channel is designed to be i a box that provides a good center channel sound. having said that I am using these speakers as the left/right surround sound speakers in a 7.2 setup, which work just as good as the B&W $250 a piece speaker.
I am also using these as ceiling acoustic speakers for music, but still requires you to run a good sub-woofer.
I am also using these as ceiling acoustic speakers for music, but still requires you to run a good sub-woofer.
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- Rick on May 26, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 29, 2016
Yes, you can use it as a center.
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- Jeff W on May 26, 2017
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Is anyone able to recommend a compatible rough-in bracket for the Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers (pair) (Product # 4929)?
Anton Y
on Jan 24, 2018
Hi I am not quite sure what you are asking, referring to a rough in bracket? I purchased these, cut a hole in the dry wall and turned the screws on the speakers , which holds them in place against the dry wall.
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- Donald H on Feb 20, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 28, 2018
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I have cathedral ceiling can 4929 work as surroun back? Between 4929 and black back speaker witch on is a better speaker?
A shopper
on Feb 18, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Depends also on the size of the room. Also remember in ceiling speakers work best as height and atoms speakers they are not as efficient as regular speakers due to being off axis from where they are supposed to be placed traditionally. I also found that although they sound good they sometimes in surround and surround back situations struggled with high dynamic moments in the tweeter area. Too bright they'd distort Id recommend going up in price to they're ribbon tweeter series. And even though it's a bigger speaker use they're higher power model that have the 100 watt RMS 200 watt dynamic if you still want to use them as surround and surround backs
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- New User U on Mar 17, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Depends also on the size of the room. Also remember in ceiling speakers work best as height and atoms speakers they are not as efficient as regular speakers due to being off axis from where they are supposed to be placed traditionally. I also found that although they sound good they sometimes in surround and surround back situations struggled with high dynamic moments in the tweeter area. Too bright they'd distort Id recommend going up in price to they're ribbon tweeter series. And even though it's a bigger speaker use they're higher power model that have the 100 watt RMS 200 watt dynamic if you still want to use them as surround and surround backs
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- New User U on Mar 17, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
I think they would work for your application. You could rotate the speaker to get the perfect angle pointed towards your sitting area. The sound quality of theses speakers are really good.
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- Kevin C on Feb 19, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 28, 2017
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What's the best angle to put these ahead of the listener for Dolby Atmos? I see Dolby recommends 45 degrees, but I'm wondering if I need to adjust based on the angled driver.
Daniel N
on Sep 9, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The front height speaker should be 45° in front. The advantage of these angled speakers you can shorten the distance to 30° and maintain the same proportion.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 17, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The front height speaker should be 45° in front. The advantage of these angled speakers you can shorten the distance to 30° and maintain the same proportion.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 17, 2019
I mounted these directly overhead as the rear speakers, but my ceiling is angled. I turned the speakers to make the sound point straight down. I was under the impression that was what you wanted for atmos. I will say, it sounds incredible like that.
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- Jeremy T on Sep 9, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 30, 2018
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Any recommendations for center channel for these speakers? Currently using 4 in 2.2.1 setup.
A shopper
on Dec 18, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I did not try to match the ceiling speakers with my main surround speakers. The sound field is impressive. I focused on getting the highest quality L, R and C speakers I could get and that they are essentially the same speaker.
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- Jay V on Dec 20, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I did not try to match the ceiling speakers with my main surround speakers. The sound field is impressive. I focused on getting the highest quality L, R and C speakers I could get and that they are essentially the same speaker.
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- Jay V on Dec 20, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 17, 2020
I am using this Mono price in wall center channel.
Caliber in wall center channel. Product number: 4881. Works great. Using 7.1
Caliber in wall center channel. Product number: 4881. Works great. Using 7.1
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- Chuck H on Dec 18, 2020
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When mounting for Atmos is it essential to mount this speaker where the 15 degrees is pointed to the listeners ear? In a typical Atmos setup, this wouldn’t seem to work since the speakers would be fairly close to the listener and the 15 degree angle would bounce off the back wall before it hit the listeners ears.
Christopher B
on Apr 27, 2021
BEST ANSWER: I always point them towards the listening position when used as front/center channel speakers. The 15 degree angle is still pointed mostly towards the floor, definitely won't hit the wall behind the listener. I have never tried them as rear/surround speakers but would think that you would still angle towards the listening position. I have used these speakers in about 12 different customer's homes and they sound great.
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- Jacbeamas on Apr 28, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 22, 2021
BEST ANSWER: I always point them towards the listening position when used as front/center channel speakers. The 15 degree angle is still pointed mostly towards the floor, definitely won't hit the wall behind the listener. I have never tried them as rear/surround speakers but would think that you would still angle towards the listening position. I have used these speakers in about 12 different customer's homes and they sound great.
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- Jacbeamas on Apr 28, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 22, 2021
I have mine pointed to my main listening position
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- Neil k on Apr 28, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 11, 2021
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Do I put back the dust cloth with the grill after installed the speaker to ceiling?
Frank L
on Mar 23, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Either way is fine, depends on the look you want.
Put it in to have a complete white look, leave it out and your holes in the grill are more visible
Put it in to have a complete white look, leave it out and your holes in the grill are more visible
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- Jason G on Mar 27, 2023
- Purchased on Jan 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Either way is fine, depends on the look you want.
Put it in to have a complete white look, leave it out and your holes in the grill are more visible
Put it in to have a complete white look, leave it out and your holes in the grill are more visible
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- Jason G on Mar 27, 2023
- Purchased on Jan 14, 2018
Hello,
No the cloth is only used for protecting the speakers when painting the bezel
No the cloth is only used for protecting the speakers when painting the bezel
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- michael f on Mar 24, 2023
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2022
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Can I obtain a new Cutout template and paint mask? Or, can someone tell me the exact diameter of the hole that needs to be cut?
f mchael m
on Nov 28, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. In order to better assist you, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] with a detailed question and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 31, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. In order to better assist you, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] with a detailed question and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 31, 2017
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Would these speakers function better if I built a sealed enclosure behind them in the wall? If I cut into my ceiling and there is insulation/open attic above, will that affect performance?
Daniel A
on Jan 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I didn't build an enclosure and mine sounds great.
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- Jeff B on Jan 25, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 22, 2016
Thanks Jeff. Was your ceiling insulation/open attic above? Or an enclosed space itself?
BEST ANSWER: I didn't build an enclosure and mine sounds great.
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- Jeff B on Jan 25, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 22, 2016
Thanks Jeff. Was your ceiling insulation/open attic above? Or an enclosed space itself?
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Can you aim the tweeter?
William Finn F
on Mar 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in this ceiling speaker. The tweeter does have 15° pivot ability.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 13, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in this ceiling speaker. The tweeter does have 15° pivot ability.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 13, 2017
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I have recently purchased several pairs of these speakers (4929). I have not found back covers available for purchase. I'd like to try to design one myself and 3D Print on my printer. This is an unusual request but because of the build quality and component fit I'm sure the manufacture must have designed using 3D CAD files. Please could you ask them to share 3D CAD format files? They can be reduced detail as many manufactures which to protect their IP. I'm not expecting that Monoprice would have these files but I'm asking you to please contact the manufacturer for this info.
These are very well designed angled speaker. It makes my in-ceiling installation possible.
These are very well designed angled speaker. It makes my in-ceiling installation possible.
SCOTT R.
on May 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Great idea, this would greatly improve this product. Even if it was just the 3D CAD files of the white plastic housing (excluding the speaker and circuit card if necessary). I'd be happy to share my resulting 3d printer design files with your other customers.
Thanks for you consideration.
Thanks for you consideration.
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- SCOTT R. on May 15, 2017
- Purchased on May 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Great idea, this would greatly improve this product. Even if it was just the 3D CAD files of the white plastic housing (excluding the speaker and circuit card if necessary). I'd be happy to share my resulting 3d printer design files with your other customers.
Thanks for you consideration.
Thanks for you consideration.
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- SCOTT R. on May 15, 2017
- Purchased on May 7, 2017
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Does this kit work with Product 4929? https://www.monoprice.com/Product?p_id=4929
Jason K
on Oct 7, 2017
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers (pair)
Monoprice Metal Back Can for 8-inch Ceiling Speaker with Brackets (pair)
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your interest in this in-wall speaker. The metal back cans are not for use with the angled Caliber speakers.
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- Dave L Staff on Oct 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your interest in this in-wall speaker. The metal back cans are not for use with the angled Caliber speakers.
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- Dave L Staff on Oct 10, 2017
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Does the 8" bracket work for Product # 4929 Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers (pair)?
Joseph S
on May 16, 2018
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers (pair)
Monoprice Rough-in Bracket for 8in Round Speaker (Each)
BEST ANSWER: No, this 15° speaker is a little too wide for the bracket.
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- Dave L Staff on May 22, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No, this 15° speaker is a little too wide for the bracket.
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Is there a rough in or pre-construction bracket that works for this speaker ?
Zachary L
on Aug 26, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Currently we do not sell a rough in bracket for these speakers.
Currently we do not sell a rough in bracket for these speakers.
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- Tyler C Staff on May 3, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Currently we do not sell a rough in bracket for these speakers.
Currently we do not sell a rough in bracket for these speakers.
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- Tyler C Staff on May 3, 2019
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Would Monoprice Metal Back Can for 8-inch Ceiling Speaker with Brackets Product # 14365 be compatible with -
Alpha In-Ceiling Speakers 8in Carbon Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers?
Alpha In-Ceiling Speakers 8in Carbon Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers?
New User U
on Oct 12, 2018
Monoprice Caliber In-Ceiling Speakers, 8in Fiber 2-Way with 15° Angled Drivers (pair)
Monoprice Alpha In-Ceiling Speakers 8in Carbon Fiber 2-Way with 15 degree Angled Drivers (pair)
Monoprice Metal Back Can for 8-inch Ceiling Speaker with Brackets (pair)
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Are the grills magnetic and are the drivers angled? Thinking about purchasing for an Atmos setup.
New User U
on Feb 27, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
These grills are not magnetic.
These grills are not magnetic.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 27, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
These grills are not magnetic.
These grills are not magnetic.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 27, 2020
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Wondering if they are better than the Micca’s?
New User U
on Feb 27, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we are not sure exactly what speakers you are referring to but we cannot make accurate comparisons between this speaker and others because we would not be able to hear them side by side.
Unfortunately we are not sure exactly what speakers you are referring to but we cannot make accurate comparisons between this speaker and others because we would not be able to hear them side by side.
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- Tyler C Staff on Mar 3, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we are not sure exactly what speakers you are referring to but we cannot make accurate comparisons between this speaker and others because we would not be able to hear them side by side.
Unfortunately we are not sure exactly what speakers you are referring to but we cannot make accurate comparisons between this speaker and others because we would not be able to hear them side by side.
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- Tyler C Staff on Mar 3, 2020
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Any recommendations for center channel for these speakers? Currently have them in 2.2.1 configuration.
Rado G
on Dec 18, 2020
BEST ANSWER: generally the center fill speakers are used for dialogue. So they are generally placed directly below or above the imaging device.
Also it is desirable for you to have center fill that reproduce sound clearly in the vocal range.
Depending on your application these ceiling speakers will work for center fill but it will sound like the voice of God coming from up above.
Also it is desirable for you to have center fill that reproduce sound clearly in the vocal range.
Depending on your application these ceiling speakers will work for center fill but it will sound like the voice of God coming from up above.
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- New User U on Dec 19, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: generally the center fill speakers are used for dialogue. So they are generally placed directly below or above the imaging device.
Also it is desirable for you to have center fill that reproduce sound clearly in the vocal range.
Depending on your application these ceiling speakers will work for center fill but it will sound like the voice of God coming from up above.
Also it is desirable for you to have center fill that reproduce sound clearly in the vocal range.
Depending on your application these ceiling speakers will work for center fill but it will sound like the voice of God coming from up above.
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- New User U on Dec 19, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 17, 2020
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Very good sounding and very affordable
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Using 4 of these angled towards the MLP for Atmos set up, so far working and sounding great!
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Using these as atmos speakers in a 5.2.4 setup. They were easy to install and sound great.
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Caliber 8" in-ceiling speakers
I used them in a 5.1.2 with the Caliber 8" in ceiling speakers aimed at listening area. Could not be happier. They sound fantastic!!!
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Good not great
Looks premium, feels substantial, installed easily.
Only came with one paint shield for two speakers, not a huge deal but it wouldn?t cost anything to include two.
Sound is a bit muddy, it feels like these really need a box built into a wall, unfortunately in-ceiling installations sometimes aren?t always great for a box. In a new construction I would absolutely box these. For a retrofit, I?d recommend going with other brands perhaps Micca or Polk depending on your budget.
Only came with one paint shield for two speakers, not a huge deal but it wouldn?t cost anything to include two.
Sound is a bit muddy, it feels like these really need a box built into a wall, unfortunately in-ceiling installations sometimes aren?t always great for a box. In a new construction I would absolutely box these. For a retrofit, I?d recommend going with other brands perhaps Micca or Polk depending on your budget.
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Atmos Upgrade
Added these to my existing 7.1 system that include very high end speakers. The addition of these as ceiling speakers has been great.
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Great buy!
These speakers look great and sound even better, definitely recommend them!
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Great Atmos Height Speakers
Great for atmos ceiling speakers. The build quality is great, only knock is the grills should be magnetic instead of press fit but thats minor. I was originally looking at the higher priced carbon fiber variant (Alpha angled) on monoprice but they were out of stock. Upon inspection of the specs for both speakers these were actually a better match in response and efficiency to my existing surround speakers, so I took a chance. They are installed in a flat roof section of my house we have dedicated as a theater/game room, this makes them function as if they have an "infinite baffle" setup and provides great bass response. If installing in an attic I would recommend buying or building boxes in ceiling to provide good bass response - they could sound flat without it. The 15 degree angle allowed me to place them at the optimal angle recommended by Dolby for atmos placement. I am very impressed with the performance of these speakers especially for the price.
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Rated 5 out of 5
8" woofers make all the difference!
Very happy with the quality of these speakers. WOW are they loud. The aimable tweeter is effective, and for the uninitiated you can use the -3db / -6db switch to turn them down if needed. I left them on 0db and used my receiver's settings to turn them down and blend them into my other speakers.
All the wires on the circuit board (crossover) were insulated unlike cheaper models I have had before with exposed copper wire spools.
The angled drivers solve low ceiling problems when you are targeting a specific main listening area (in my case for a Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 setup). All 4 of my speakers arrived well packaged and functioning well. A good priced product that really delivers.
All the wires on the circuit board (crossover) were insulated unlike cheaper models I have had before with exposed copper wire spools.
The angled drivers solve low ceiling problems when you are targeting a specific main listening area (in my case for a Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 setup). All 4 of my speakers arrived well packaged and functioning well. A good priced product that really delivers.
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