Description
The Adastra RC5 is a passive, wired ceiling speaker built around a single 5.25 inch (130mm) polypropylene wide-range driver with a foam rubber surround. It handles 20W RMS and 35W maximum power, runs at 8 ohm low impedance and covers a frequency response of 100Hz to 12kHz with a maximum SPL of 88dB. The housing is white ABS with a rigid white steel grille, so it sits flush and neat once fitted. At 190mm in diameter and 60mm deep, it drops into a 170mm cut-out and needs 54mm of mounting depth. Each speaker weighs 1.25kg.
This is a straightforward flush mount ceiling speaker for background music across the home and light commercial settings, from kitchens and hallways to offices, shops, cafes and waiting areas. As an 8 ohm ceiling speaker it pairs with a standard stereo amplifier, and its single wide-range driver keeps things simple where even, unobtrusive sound matters more than deep bass. If you are searching for an in-ceiling speaker in US terms, this is the same idea: a discreet unit that disappears into the ceiling. It suits DIY installers and trade fitters alike who want a tidy result without extra brackets.
Fitting is quick thanks to dog-ear clamp mounts that grip the ceiling board as you tighten, and spring terminal connections make wiring simple. The matt white ABS frame and steel grille can be painted to match your ceiling if you wish. To clean, wipe the grille and frame with a dry or slightly damp cloth and avoid solvents. For fuller coverage, add more units from our ceiling speaker range and run them across the rooms you use most.
Specification
| Woofer |
130mm (5.25") PP cone |
| Frequency response |
100Hz - 12kHz |
| Power max. |
35W |
| Power rms |
20W |
| Impedance |
8 Ohm |
| Cutout |
170mmØ |
| Mounting depth |
54mm |
| SPL max. |
88dB |
| Dimensions |
60mm x 190mmØ |
| Weight |
1.25KG |
Frequently Asked
What size cut-out does the RC5 need?
A 170mm diameter cut-out, with 54mm of mounting depth clear above the ceiling. The visible frame is 190mm across and the unit is 60mm deep.
What amplifier does it work with?
It is an 8 ohm low impedance speaker, so it connects to a standard stereo amplifier via the spring terminals. It is passive and wired, so no separate power is needed at the speaker.
Is this a two-way speaker?
No. The RC5 uses a single 5.25 inch (130mm) polypropylene wide-range driver rather than separate woofer and tweeter, which keeps it simple and even for background music.
How is it fixed to the ceiling?
It uses dog-ear clamp mounts that swing out and grip the board as you tighten the screws, so no extra brackets are required.
Can I paint the frame and grille?
Yes, the white ABS frame and white steel grille can be painted to match your ceiling. Mask the driver and grille mesh carefully and let it dry fully before use.
How do I clean it?
Wipe the grille and frame with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Avoid solvents and do not let moisture reach the driver.