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Klipsch DS-180CSM Designer Series 8-Inch Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker

Klipsch DS-180CSM Designer Series 8-Inch Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker

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$245.00at SalusAudio.comChecked 11 h ago

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  • Last seen at $245.00 at SalusAudio.com on Nov 14.
  • Checked at 10 stores.

Our take on the Klipsch DS-180CSM Designer Series 8-Inch Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker

The Klipsch DS-180CSM is a single 8-inch in-ceiling speaker that delivers stereo sound from one unit, using a dual-voice-coil polypropylene woofer and two 0.75-inch silk dome tweeters. Its 160-degree coverage and 94 dB sensitivity make it easy to drive and good at filling a room from a ceiling position. The Sky Hook cinch mounting system installs without tools, and the bezel-free magnetic grille can be painted to blend in. It suits kitchens, hallways, bathrooms and small rooms where one ceiling cutout has to cover both channels, rather than a pair of separate speakers.

Best forSingle-speaker stereo in small roomsKitchens, hallways and bathroomsWhole-home audio with one cutout per zoneInstallers who want fast tool-free mounting
Pros
  • Stereo sound from one ceiling cutout
  • High 94 dB sensitivity, easy to drive
  • Wide 160-degree coverage
  • Tool-free Sky Hook mounting
  • Paintable bezel-free magnetic grille
  • 8-inch woofer reaches down to 73 Hz
Cons
  • Sold as a single unit, not a pair
  • 4-ohm impedance needs an amp that handles it
  • Stereo image is narrow compared with two spaced speakers
  • Bass is modest without a subwoofer

Klipsch DS-180CSM Designer Series 8-Inch Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker prices at every store

  • AudiogoNPre-owned

    In stock

    $219.00Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • Vinyl Sound Canada Inc.New

    In stockShips from Canada · priced in CAD (CA$399.00) · duties may applyReturn policy

    $279.84Checked 11 h ago
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  • AcoustipowerNew

    In stockPriced in CAD (CA$399.00)Return policy

    $279.84Checked 11 h ago
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  • AcoustipowerNew

    In stock

    $279.54+ $20.95 shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • AVLGEARNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $379.00Checked 11 h ago
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  • PC Richard & SonNew

    In stock

    $424.99Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • HomeCineSolutionsNew

    In stockMade for another market

    $384.72+ $45.09 shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • MareksoundNew

    In stockPriced in EUR (€419.00)Return policy

    $463.08Checked 11 h ago
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  • SalusAudio.comNew

    Availability unknown

    $245.00+ $29.10 shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • ListenUpOpen box

    Out of stock

    $299.00Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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Klipsch DS-180CSM Designer Series 8-Inch Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker price history

Lowest price we've seen: $245.00 on Nov 15 at SalusAudio.com. Tracked across 5 stores since Nov 15.

What reviewers say

Owners of Klipsch in-ceiling speakers generally praise the easy installation and the output for the size. The single-unit stereo design is convenient but some listeners find the stereo spread limited compared with a pair.

What people mention
  • InstallationPraisedOwners say the Sky Hook mounting goes in fast without tools.
  • Stereo imageMixedListeners find one-unit stereo convenient but narrower than two separate speakers.
  • SensitivityPraisedThe high sensitivity means it plays loud from modest amplifier power.
  • BassCriticisedLow-end output is modest and benefits from a subwoofer.

About the Klipsch DS-180CSM Designer Series 8-Inch Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker

The Klipsch DS-180CSM is an 8-inch stereo in-ceiling speaker from the Designer Series. A single unit produces stereo sound. It has a dual voice coil 8-inch polypropylene woofer and two 0.75-inch silk dome tweeters.

The enclosure is ABS with an infinite baffle design. The bezel-free magnetic grille can be painted to blend into the ceiling. The Sky Hook Cinch mounting system needs no tools and cuts installation time by up to 75%.

Dispersion is 160°, which spreads sound evenly through the room.

Type
8-inch stereo in-ceiling speaker, single unit
Woofer
8" (20.32 cm) polypropylene, dual voice coil
Tweeters
Dual 0.75" (1.9 cm) silk dome
Frequency response
73 Hz – 20 kHz ±3 dB
Sensitivity
94 dB @ 2.83V / 1m
Coverage angle
160°
Power handling
50W RMS / 200W peak
Impedance
4 ohms
Enclosure
ABS, infinite baffle
Finish
Black baffle and frame with white paintable grille
Grille
Flat, magnetic, bezel-free, paintable
Installation
Tool-free Sky Hook Cinch mounting
Dimensions
10.75" W x 10.75" H x 4.5" D
Mounting depth
4.45"

Questions and answers

Does one speaker really play both left and right?
Yes. The dual voice coil woofer and two tweeters reproduce both channels from a single unit, so you wire both left and right to it.
Can I use it with an 8-ohm amplifier?
It is rated at 4 ohms. Check that your amplifier or receiver is stable into 4 ohms before connecting it.
How much power does it need?
It handles 50W RMS and 200W peak, and its 94 dB sensitivity means it reaches high volume with modest power.
Can the grille be painted?
Yes. The bezel-free magnetic grille is paintable to match your ceiling.
What is in the box?
One in-ceiling speaker with its magnetic grille and mounting hardware.
How deep does the ceiling need to be?
The speaker is 4.5 inches deep, so check your mounting depth before cutting.
Where is the Klipsch DS-180CSM Designer Series 8-Inch Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker cheapest?
At SalusAudio.com, for $245.00, 35% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Klipsch DS-180CSM Designer Series 8-Inch Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker?
9 stores we checked sell it, including AVLGEAR, Vinyl Sound Canada Inc., Mareksound, Acoustipower, SalusAudio.com.

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9.8"
Weight
7.4 lbs (3.36 kg)
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