KEF to add new motorised dipole to custom install speaker range

[John Archer]

Following is the press release from KEF about their new custom installation surround sound speaker…

”KEF has announced the addition of a new speaker to its impressive Custom Installation Series line-up. Model CiFTD, available in February 2006, is a stylish motorised dipole surround sound speaker, combining unobtrusive installation with an ability to create stunningly realistic background effects.

Lying flush with the wall when not in use, a sophisticated flat panel driver moves the CiFTD into position when switched on, radiating higher frequencies equally front and back to diffuse the sound evenly throughout the room, while low frequency effects are being faithfully reproduced by the integral 130mm (5”) bass driver. Acoustically, the two technologies complement each other perfectly to generate a richly detailed ambient soundfield.

Purpose built for flush mounting into walls the CiFTD combines 100W power handling and 86dB sensitivity and a 110mm x 180mm (41/2” x 7”) Flat panel with a 130mm (5”) bass driver. It works particularly well with the KEF Ci3-80QT, itself an exceptionally quiet motorised 3-way, 4-driver system.

Retail price is around £250 each.

The bezel and grille can be painted or covered by fabric to match the interior décor.

For further details and selected specifications click here.”