Definitive Technology UIW RCS II

Features

D'Appolito Driver Array: The Definitive Technology UIW RCS II in-ceiling speaker features a D'Appolito driver array angled down and aimed at the listening area . The D'Appolito driver array consists of two 5.25" cast-basket midbass/midrange drivers and a 1" pure aluminum tweeter, as well as two 6.5" pressure-coupled planar low bass radiators. Because of  its active driver/bass radiator combination the RCS II achieves an extended low-frequency response, which is deep and dynamic with a smooth and controlled roll-off that allows it to seamlessly blend with a subwoofer such as Definitive Technology's in-wall IWSub 10/10 or the UIW Sub Reference (sold separately).

Proprietary Wave Launch Technology: Proprietary Wave Launch (patent pending) baffle geometry and acoustic treatment materials serve to create the illusion that the speakers are directly in front of the listener rather than up in the ceiling. The precisely configured dual angled baffles incorporate a uniquely effective acoustic treatment which combines a computer-optimized ribbed surface with special dampening panels in order to achieve a linear uncolored sound combined with three-dimensional imaging in which acoustic events seem to effortlessly float in space.

Non-Resonant Sealed Enclosure: The RCS II features a non-resonant sealed medite (a dense wood product) enclosure to deliver the tight, detailed bass and uncolored midrange of audiophile free-standing speakers in every installation. The performance of open back built-in speakers will vary depending on the nature of the ceiling cavity behind the speaker. But Definitive Reference series speakers with integrated enclosures sound superb every time.

Paintable: The UIW RCS II in-ceiling loudspeaker's grille and frame can be spray painted to match the color of your wall without any loss of sound quality. Simply remove the grille from the speaker and place it on a drop cloth, newspaper, or plastic sheet and spray paint it with canned spray paint that closely matches the desired finish/color (available at home improvement stores). A paint mask is supplied to protect the drivers when painting the frame.

Spring-Loaded Speaker Terminals: The UIW RCS II in-ceiling loudspeaker features a pair of heavy-duty, gold-plated, spring-loaded posts designed to accept up to 10 gauge wire, banana plugs (single only), or pin-connectors.

Applications: The Definitive Technology UIW RCS II is intended for use as an in-ceiling front main left, center or right channel speaker, as well as a rear or side surround speaker in custom installed home theater systems of the highest quality. In addition, it can be used as a superb left or right speaker in a high quality stereo music system.

In-Ceiling Installation: Six rotating dogleg clamps and four 3.5" wood screws make the RCS II easy to install in either new or existing construction and provide secure, non-resonant mounting for ultimate audiophile performance free of vibrations and buzzes. In-ceiling installation requires a cutout of 14.375" (w) x 14.375" (h) x 5.875" (d). A 1" of clearance is required around the cutout, on the outside mounting surface, to clear the in-ceiling speaker's bezel. A 1.25" of clearance is required around the cutout, on the inside mounting surface, to clear the dogleg clamps.