KEF Ci3160RL-THX Review: Ranked #4 of 21

Last updated: October 5, 2026

The KEF Ci3160RL-THX ranks #4 out of 21 total In-Wall & In-Ceiling Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.

Brand: KEF

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KEF Ci3160RL-THX - ranked #4 of 21 In-Wall & In-Ceiling Speakers · Editor's rating 4.3/5

#4 KEF Ci3160RL-THX: $2,800 per pair Discontinued eBay

Newer model: the KEF Ci3160RLM-THX, ranked higher, rated 4.5/5.

Pros: A THX Ultra2 in-wall with a Uni-Q coaxial driver (1” aluminium tweeter inside a 6.5” midrange) and two 6.5” woofers, rated at 90dB. Erin’s Audio Corner measured very consistent directivity (2.29dB directivity index deviation), a listening window within 2.4dB from 300Hz to 5kHz and bass to 51.3Hz (-3dB), for a preference score of 5.24. Measured bass extension of 51.3Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The 4 ohm load needs a capable amplifier. Replaced by the Ci3160RLM-THX. Discontinued.

How it compares: Just above it: Revel W126Be - $525 more, 1Hz lower bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: Revel W226Be - $1075 more.

Bass Extension (-10dB)about 31.6Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)51.3Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
CertificationTHX Ultra2
DIY KitNo
DriversUni-Q: 1” vented aluminium tweeter in 6.5” midrange; 2x 6.5” woofers
Frequency Response45Hz-28kHz (manufacturer specified)
Impedance4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified)
Sensitivity90dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified)
Spinorama Preference Score5.24
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub7.49

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