Audio T Verdict
The DALI PHANTOM E-50 is a compact architectural speaker designed to provide clear, balanced sound without placing a conventional cabinet in the room.
Its 5¼-inch polypropylene bass and midrange driver and 25mm soft-dome tweeter are arranged within one circular baffle. The woofer is tilted and the tweeter is mounted slightly off-centre, helping direct more sound towards the listening area while avoiding some of the colouration associated with a conventional symmetrical coaxial design.
DALI's Wide Dispersion Sound Principle is especially useful in a ceiling installation, where listeners are rarely positioned directly beneath every speaker. The E-50 is designed to produce a broad listening area rather than concentrating its output into one narrow spot.
The compact dimensions make it particularly suitable for background music, smaller stereo installations, rear or surround channels and Dolby Atmos height positions. It can also be mounted in a wall where the room and installation permit.
A dogleg clamping system secures the speaker from the front of the ceiling or wall, while the thin magnetic grille leaves only a discreet circular surface visible after installation.
The 58Hz lower frequency limit is impressive for a compact built-in speaker, although it should not be expected to reproduce the deepest bass of a conventional floorstander or active subwoofer. Bass performance will also depend heavily on the size, construction and damping of the ceiling or wall cavity.
The standard PHANTOM E-50 is not a weather-resistant or IP-rated speaker. It should not automatically be specified for a bathroom, wet room, covered terrace or other high-humidity location. DALI's PHANTOM WR range is the safer choice where moisture resistance is required.
For smaller rooms and discreet home cinema installations, the E-50 provides a neat, flexible and relatively affordable introduction to DALI's PHANTOM custom-install range.
DALI PHANTOM E-50 In-Ceiling Speaker
The DALI PHANTOM E-50 is a compact passive loudspeaker designed primarily for flush installation within a ceiling.
It can be used for background music, a discreet stereo system, home cinema surround channels or overhead Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D speakers.
The speaker can also be installed within a suitable wall, although its circular shape and angled driver arrangement have been developed principally for ceiling use.
A separate amplifier or AV receiver is required, and the product is supplied individually rather than as a stereo pair.
Sold Individually
The listed price is for one DALI PHANTOM E-50 speaker.
A conventional stereo system normally requires two speakers. A home cinema or multiroom installation may require several, depending on the chosen layout.
Confirm the total speaker quantity, cable routes and amplifier-channel requirements before installation work begins.
A Separate Amplifier Is Required
The PHANTOM E-50 is a passive loudspeaker and cannot play music directly from a phone, television, streamer or computer.
A suitable stereo amplifier, streaming amplifier, multiroom amplifier or AV receiver must provide the power and source connections.
- No built-in amplification
- No Bluetooth
- No Wi-Fi or Ethernet
- No network streaming services
- No HDMI or digital audio input
- No volume control
- No built-in room correction
Designed for Discreet Ceiling Installation
Once fitted, the speaker sits almost flush with the surrounding ceiling surface.
The visible part of the installation is primarily the thin circular magnetic grille, allowing the loudspeaker to blend into rooms where conventional cabinets and cables would be visually intrusive.
The white grille is suited to many standard ceiling finishes and may be painted where this is carried out in accordance with DALI's instructions.
Optional alternative grille styles and colours may be available separately.
Suitable for Smaller Rooms
The PHANTOM E-50 is the smallest standard model in DALI's established PHANTOM E range.
Its compact driver and installation diameter make it well suited to bedrooms, studies, kitchens, dining areas and other smaller living spaces.
It can provide room-filling background music or form a more focused stereo pair where the speakers are positioned carefully in relation to the listening area.
Larger rooms or installations requiring greater bass and maximum output may benefit from the PHANTOM E-60 or E-80.
5¼-Inch Polypropylene Woofer
The E-50 uses one 5¼-inch bass and midrange driver.
Its polypropylene diaphragm provides a useful balance of low mass, stiffness and durability within a compact architectural loudspeaker.
The driver reproduces bass, voices and much of the instrumental frequency range before handing over to the soft-dome tweeter at 3,600Hz.
Every part of the driver has been developed according to DALI's low-loss design principles, helping it respond to smaller musical signals without requiring excessive amplifier power.
Tilted Bass and Midrange Driver
The woofer is mounted at a slight angle rather than sitting completely parallel with the ceiling surface.
This helps direct more of its output towards the intended listening area.
The complete speaker can also be rotated within its circular cut-out during installation, allowing the tilted driver to be aimed more appropriately.
Compass-style markings on the baffle help the installer maintain consistent orientation across multiple speakers.
25mm Soft-Dome Tweeter
A 25mm textile soft-dome tweeter reproduces the high frequencies.
The lightweight diaphragm is intended to provide clear detail, smooth dispersion and natural integration with the polypropylene woofer.
The tweeter is mounted over the main driver on a carefully shaped support rather than occupying a separate area of the ceiling.
This arrangement keeps the overall installation diameter compact.
Off-Centre Tweeter Position
The tweeter does not sit directly in the geometric centre of the woofer.
It is mounted on an aeroplane-wing-profile support and positioned slightly off-centre.
This helps reduce the predictable reflections and colouration that can occur within a completely symmetrical coaxial arrangement.
The tweeter position also supports a smooth acoustic transition between the two drivers.
Aeroplane-Wing Tweeter Support
The tweeter support uses a slim, shaped profile intended to minimise obstruction in front of the bass and midrange cone.
A larger or less carefully shaped structure could interfere with the woofer's output and introduce unwanted reflections.
The wishbone-style support holds the tweeter securely while retaining an open path for sound from the main driver.
3,600Hz Crossover
The internal crossover divides the amplifier signal between the woofer and tweeter at approximately 3,600Hz.
Below this region, the 5¼-inch driver provides most of the acoustic output. Above it, the soft-dome tweeter progressively takes over.
The network also controls the relative output and phase of the two drivers to help them combine coherently.
PPTC Driver Protection
The crossover contains a Polymeric Positive Temperature Coefficient device, commonly described as a resettable fuse.
If the speaker is played at excessive levels for a prolonged period, the device helps protect the drivers against overheating.
This protection should not be treated as permission to operate the speaker continuously beyond its intended limits.
If the sound becomes distorted, compressed or intermittent, reduce the volume and allow the system to cool.
Protection Cannot Prevent Every Form of Damage
The resettable protection device cannot compensate for unsuitable amplification, incorrect wiring, severe clipping or physical damage.
Use a compatible amplifier and sensible listening levels.
Short Internal Signal Path
The spring-loaded speaker terminals are positioned on the crossover assembly.
This keeps the internal path between the cable connection, crossover components and drive units relatively short.
Internal wiring is secured to reduce the possibility of rattling against the speaker or surrounding structure.
DALI Wide Dispersion Sound Principle
The PHANTOM E-50 follows DALI's Wide Dispersion Sound Principle.
A ceiling speaker must normally cover a broad area because listeners move around the room and are rarely located directly beneath the driver.
The tilted woofer, off-centre tweeter and adjustable installation direction help produce a more useful off-axis response.
This can create a more consistent tonal balance across several seats or different areas of the room.
Two Adjustment Switches
Two slide switches allow the speaker's off-axis presentation to be fine-tuned after the installation position has been chosen.
These adjustments are intended to compensate for speaker orientation, room acoustics and listening position rather than act as a conventional graphic equaliser.
Begin with the standard settings and make changes only after listening to familiar material.
Matching speakers within the same zone should normally use consistent settings unless their positions or surrounding surfaces differ substantially.
Compass Positioning System
Compass markings around the baffle provide a simple reference for the direction in which the tilted driver is facing.
This helps the installer align several speakers consistently or aim each one towards its intended listening area.
The circular speaker can be rotated before the dogleg clamps are tightened.
Planning the orientation before final fixing avoids unnecessary removal and refitting.
Dogleg Mounting System
Rotating dogleg clamps secure the speaker to the rear of the ceiling or wall surface.
Once the cable is connected, the speaker is inserted into the prepared opening and the clamp screws are tightened from the front.
The doglegs rotate outwards and grip the back of the board, pulling the baffle firmly against the visible surface.
The screws should be tightened evenly and must not be overtightened.
Check the Ceiling Construction
The mounting surface must be sound, flat and capable of supporting the speaker.
Damaged plasterboard, crumbly material or an opening positioned too close to a joist may not allow the clamps to operate safely.
Rigid Front Baffle
The speaker uses a reinforced front baffle with a substantial outer edge.
This provides a secure mounting surface for the drivers and helps spread the clamping pressure around the cut-out.
A rigid baffle also reduces unwanted vibration as the woofer moves.
Magnetic Front Grille
The thin front grille attaches magnetically after the speaker has been installed and tested.
No visible screws are required through the grille surface.
The grille can be removed for access to the adjustment switches or speaker fixings.
Handle it carefully to avoid bending the perforated metal.
Optional Grille Choices
The standard speaker is supplied with a white circular grille.
Alternative square and black grille options may be available separately, allowing the installation to coordinate with different ceiling designs and dedicated cinema rooms.
Confirm compatibility with the E-50 before ordering an accessory grille.
Ceiling or In-Wall Installation
The E-50 has been designed primarily as an in-ceiling speaker but can also be installed within a suitable wall.
In-wall installation may be useful for compact surround channels, background music or rooms where a rectangular architectural speaker is unnecessary.
The circular form, tilted woofer and off-centre tweeter should be considered when choosing its height and orientation.
A conventional rectangular PHANTOM H, M or S model may provide a more natural visual and acoustic solution for front-channel wall installation.
Stereo Music Installation
Two E-50 speakers can form a discreet stereo pair in a smaller room.
The left and right speakers should be positioned symmetrically around the main listening area where possible.
A very wide spacing may create a gap in the centre, while placing the speakers too close together will reduce stereo separation.
The tilted drivers should normally be aimed towards the main seating or working area.
Background Music and Multiroom Audio
The compact design is well suited to distributed audio systems covering kitchens, dining rooms, bedrooms, offices and other domestic spaces.
Several speakers may be connected to a suitable multiroom or custom-install amplifier, provided that the final impedance and wiring arrangement remain within the amplifier's specification.
Do not connect multiple 8-ohm speakers in parallel without calculating the resulting load.
Individual volume control, zoning and source selection depend on the connected amplifier or control system.
Dolby Atmos and Height Channels
The E-50 can be used as an overhead height speaker within a compatible immersive home cinema system.
Suitable layouts may include 5.1.2, 5.1.4, 7.1.2 or 7.1.4, depending on the AV receiver, room and number of amplifier channels.
The speakers should be positioned according to the chosen format's layout guidance rather than simply fitted wherever there is an empty ceiling space.
Room correction should be carried out again after the installation is complete.
Surround and Rear Channels
The PHANTOM E-50 can be used as a compact surround or rear speaker where conventional wall-mounted cabinets are undesirable.
Its wide dispersion helps create an enveloping presentation across more than one seat.
The final crossover frequency and level should be set through the AV receiver during system calibration.
58Hz Low-Frequency Extension
DALI specifies a frequency range of 58Hz to 25kHz within plus or minus 3dB.
This provides useful bass for a compact architectural speaker, but final extension depends heavily on the ceiling or wall cavity.
A large unsealed void can behave differently from a controlled backbox, and insulation or obstructions around the speaker can alter the response.
For home cinema, the AV receiver will normally redirect the deepest bass to an active subwoofer.
104dB Maximum Sound Pressure
DALI specifies a maximum sound-pressure level of 104dB at one metre.
This provides useful output for background music, smaller stereo systems and surround or overhead channels.
The speaker is not intended to replace a large front loudspeaker in a substantial room.
Reduce the volume if the sound becomes harsh, compressed or distorted.
87dB Sensitivity
The E-50 has a specified sensitivity of 87dB for a 2.83V input measured at one metre.
This allows it to operate with a wide range of domestic amplifiers, although available volume will depend on the listening distance, room and number of speakers being driven.
An AV receiver powering many channels simultaneously may provide less continuous output per channel than its headline specification suggests.
8-Ohm Nominal Impedance
The nominal impedance is 8 ohms.
This is compatible with many stereo, multiroom and home cinema amplifiers.
The impedance will still vary with frequency, and installations using several speakers on one amplifier channel require careful calculation.
Use series, parallel or impedance-matching arrangements only when designed and approved for the connected amplifier.
40W to 120W Recommended Amplification
DALI recommends amplifier power between 40W and 120W.
This range is a guide rather than a guarantee of compatibility.
Amplifier quality, clipping behaviour, listening level, crossover settings and the number of channels driven are also important.
A clean amplifier operating comfortably is preferable to a lower-powered model driven continuously into distortion.
Use Bass Management in Home Cinema Systems
Setting the PHANTOM E-50 as a small speaker and redirecting deep bass to a subwoofer can reduce cone movement and increase available headroom.
The ideal crossover frequency depends on the room and installation, but should normally be determined through measurement and listening rather than the published 58Hz limit alone.
Spring-Loaded Speaker Terminals
Spring-loaded terminals provide a quick and secure connection for suitable stripped speaker cable.
Remove only enough insulation to create a clean connection and make sure no bare strands can touch the neighbouring terminal.
The cable should be supported so that its weight does not pull continuously against the terminal.
Maintain correct positive and negative polarity throughout the installation.
Speaker Cable Selection
Use cable with a conductor size appropriate for the run length, amplifier power and installation method.
Long concealed cable routes may require a larger conductor than a short conventional connection.
Cable installed permanently within walls or ceilings may need to meet specific fire, smoke and building standards.
Consult the installer or building professional responsible for the project.
Check Building and Fire Requirements
A fire hood, fire-rated enclosure or low-smoke zero-halogen cable may be required depending on the ceiling construction and applicable regulations.
These requirements should be established before the ceiling is cut or cables are concealed.
Backbox and Ceiling Cavity
The PHANTOM E-50 does not contain a conventional enclosed loudspeaker cabinet.
The ceiling or wall void therefore becomes part of the acoustic environment in which the driver operates.
A properly designed backbox can provide a more predictable air volume, reduce sound leakage into neighbouring rooms and protect the speaker from loose insulation or debris.
The required enclosure must provide sufficient clearance for the 99mm mounting depth, terminals, cable and dogleg clamps.
A Fire Hood and Backbox Perform Different Jobs
A fire hood may restore or support the fire performance of the ceiling, while an acoustic backbox controls the environment behind the speaker.
Some products combine both functions, but one should not automatically be assumed to replace the other.
Sound Leakage
An open ceiling void can allow music and film sound to travel into rooms above or adjoining spaces.
Acoustic enclosures, insulation and careful ceiling construction can reduce this leakage.
Any material placed around the speaker must not obstruct the driver, terminals, clamps or required ventilation.
Not Weather Resistant
The standard PHANTOM E-50 does not carry a published IP water- or dust-resistance rating.
Its polypropylene woofer should not be interpreted as making the complete speaker waterproof or suitable for prolonged exposure to condensation and steam.
Use a weather-resistant PHANTOM WR model for bathrooms, wet rooms, covered outdoor areas or other high-humidity locations.
Keep the Standard E-50 Dry
Do not install the standard PHANTOM E-50 where it may be exposed directly to water, heavy condensation, rain or outdoor temperature extremes.
Ask Audio T or the installer to confirm the correct WR model for the proposed location.
Installation Planning
The speaker position should be checked carefully before any hole is cut.
Use a suitable detector and physical inspection to identify joists, pipes, electrical cables, ventilation ducts and other hidden services.
The 197mm cut-out must have sufficient clear space around it for the speaker body and rotating dogleg clamps.
A minimum mounting depth of approximately 99mm is required, with additional allowance for the cable and any enclosure or fire-protection system.
Cutting the Hole Is Permanent
Confirm the speaker location, cut-out diameter and cavity clearance before making the opening.
Use DALI's installation template rather than measuring from the outside grille diameter.
Professional Installation Recommended
Although the dogleg system is straightforward, a successful architectural speaker installation involves more than tightening four screws.
Cable routing, amplifier loading, fire regulations, sound leakage, cavity volume, speaker positioning and protection from hidden services must all be considered.
A professional installer can also test the wiring before the ceiling is closed and calibrate the completed system.
PHANTOM E-50 or E-60?
Choose the PHANTOM E-50 When
- The smallest standard E-series speaker is required
- The room is relatively compact
- A smaller ceiling cut-out is important
- The speakers will provide background music
- Rear, surround or height-channel use is planned
- A 58Hz lower frequency limit is sufficient
- 40W to 120W amplification is appropriate
Choose the PHANTOM E-60 When
- A larger 6½-inch woofer is preferred
- The room is small or medium sized
- Greater bass weight and output are required
- A 52Hz lower frequency limit is useful
- 88dB sensitivity better suits the system
- Main stereo-speaker use is more important
- The larger cut-out can be accommodated
The DALI PHANTOM E-60 increases the woofer diameter to 6½ inches and provides deeper published bass extension and slightly greater maximum output.
The E-50 remains the easier model to accommodate where installation space and visual discretion are the main priorities.
PHANTOM E-50 or E-80?
Choose the PHANTOM E-50 When
- The room and ceiling opening are small
- Discretion takes priority over maximum bass
- Background, surround or height use is planned
- A compact amplifier is being used
- 104dB maximum output is sufficient
- The lower purchase price is important
Choose the PHANTOM E-80 When
- An 8-inch woofer can be accommodated
- The speaker will fill a larger room
- Deeper 49Hz published extension is required
- 107dB maximum output is useful
- 89.5dB sensitivity better suits the installation
- The larger visible grille is acceptable
The PHANTOM E-80 is designed for larger spaces and more demanding main-speaker applications.
The E-50 provides a smaller cut-out and more discreet appearance for modest rooms and supporting home cinema channels.
PHANTOM E-50 or K-60 LP?
Choose the PHANTOM E-50 When
- The established and more affordable design is preferred
- A 99mm mounting depth is available
- A 5¼-inch polypropylene woofer suits the room
- 87dB sensitivity is useful
- A 58Hz lower frequency limit is sufficient
- 40W to 120W amplification is appropriate
Choose the PHANTOM K-60 LP When
- The ceiling void is exceptionally shallow
- Only 36.5mm mounting depth is available
- A larger six-inch driver is preferred
- An aluminium cone is required
- No conventional backbox can be installed
- The newer low-profile design justifies the additional cost
The PHANTOM K-60 LP is designed specifically for extremely shallow ceiling spaces where a conventional E-series model cannot fit.
The E-50 offers greater sensitivity and a more accessible price where sufficient installation depth is available.
System Matching
Well Suited To
- Small rooms
- Bedrooms and studies
- Dining areas and domestic living spaces
- Background music systems
- Discreet stereo installations
- Rear and surround channels
- Dolby Atmos height channels
- DTS:X and Auro-3D installations
- Multiroom amplifiers
- AV receivers
- In-ceiling and suitable in-wall use
- Systems using an active subwoofer
Check Before Buying
- The speaker is sold individually
- A separate amplifier is required
- A 197mm ceiling or wall cut-out is required
- Approximately 99mm mounting depth is required
- The standard model is not weather resistant
- No published IP rating
- Not automatically suitable for bathrooms
- A backbox may be advisable
- A fire hood may be required
- Installation cable may need a specific fire rating
- The ceiling cavity affects bass performance
- The speaker must be kept clear of hidden services
Installation and Setup Guidance
- Plan the complete speaker layout before cutting the ceiling.
- Confirm that the listed price covers one speaker.
- Check amplifier-channel availability and impedance requirements.
- Identify joists, electrical cables, water pipes and ventilation ducts.
- Use the supplied or official DALI cut-out template.
- Allow at least 99mm depth plus space for cable and terminals.
- Check whether an acoustic backbox or fire hood is required.
- Use speaker cable suitable for concealed installation.
- Switch off the amplifier before connecting the speaker.
- Maintain correct positive and negative polarity.
- Support the cable so that it does not pull on the spring terminals.
- Rotate the speaker to aim the tilted woofer towards the listening area.
- Use the compass markings to match the orientation of several speakers.
- Tighten the dogleg screws evenly without overtightening them.
- Test the speaker before fitting the magnetic grille.
- Complete AV receiver calibration after every speaker is installed.
DALI Products and Audio T Home Cinema Guides
These Audio T links provide useful comparisons and further guidance on DALI speakers and discreet home cinema systems.
Key Features
- Compact passive architectural loudspeaker
- Designed primarily for in-ceiling installation
- Suitable for compatible in-wall installation
- Supplied individually
- Two speakers required for conventional stereo
- 2-way driver arrangement
- One 5¼-inch bass and midrange driver
- Polypropylene woofer cone
- Low-loss woofer design
- Tilted bass and midrange driver
- Directional speaker orientation
- One 25mm textile soft-dome tweeter
- Off-centre tweeter position
- Aeroplane-wing-profile tweeter support
- Reduced coaxial-driver colouration
- 3,600Hz crossover frequency
- PPTC resettable driver protection
- Short internal signal path
- Spring-loaded speaker terminals
- Single-wire connection
- DALI Wide Dispersion Sound Principle
- Broad off-axis listening area
- Compass positioning markings
- Two sound-adjustment switches
- 58Hz to 25kHz frequency response
- 87dB sensitivity
- 8-ohm nominal impedance
- 104dB maximum sound-pressure level
- 40W to 120W recommended amplification
- Dogleg clamping system
- Front-access installation
- Rigid reinforced baffle
- Thin magnetic front grille
- White circular grille supplied
- Alternative grilles may be available
- Suitable for smaller stereo systems
- Suitable for background music
- Suitable for surround channels
- Suitable for Dolby Atmos height channels
- 197mm installation cut-out
- Approximately 99mm mounting depth
- Approximately 230mm outer diameter
- Approximately 2kg weight
- No built-in acoustic enclosure
- No published IP rating
- Not a weather-resistant model
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DALI PHANTOM E-50?
It is a compact passive speaker designed primarily for flush installation within a ceiling.
Is it sold individually?
Yes. The listed product and price cover one speaker.
How many do I need for stereo?
A conventional left-and-right stereo system requires two speakers.
Does it contain an amplifier?
No. It requires a suitable stereo amplifier, multiroom amplifier or AV receiver.
Does it have Bluetooth or Wi-Fi?
No. Wireless and streaming functions must be provided by the connected amplifier or source equipment.
Can it be installed in a wall?
Yes. DALI states that it can also perform as an in-wall speaker, although it has been designed primarily for ceiling use.
What size is the woofer?
It uses one 5¼-inch bass and midrange driver.
What is the woofer cone made from?
The cone is polypropylene.
Why is the woofer tilted?
The angled mounting helps direct more sound towards the intended listening area.
Can the speaker be aimed?
The complete circular speaker can be rotated before fixing so that the tilted driver faces the preferred direction.
What is the compass positioning system?
Markings on the baffle help the installer identify and match the direction in which each tilted driver is facing.
What size is the tweeter?
It uses one 25mm soft-dome tweeter.
Why is the tweeter off-centre?
The offset position helps reduce colouration associated with a completely symmetrical coaxial arrangement.
What is the crossover frequency?
The internal crossover operates at 3,600Hz.
What is PPTC protection?
It is a resettable protective device that helps prevent the drivers overheating during prolonged excessive use.
What is the frequency response?
DALI specifies 58Hz to 25kHz within plus or minus 3dB.
How sensitive is it?
Sensitivity is specified at 87dB for 2.83V measured at one metre.
What is the nominal impedance?
DALI specifies 8 ohms.
What amplifier power is recommended?
DALI recommends between 40W and 120W.
What is the maximum sound-pressure level?
DALI specifies 104dB at one metre.
Can it be used for Dolby Atmos?
Yes. It can be used as an overhead height speaker with a compatible AV receiver and correctly planned speaker layout.
Can it be used as a surround speaker?
Yes. Its compact dimensions and wide dispersion make it suitable for surround or rear-channel use.
Can it be used as the main stereo speaker?
Yes, particularly in a smaller room, although larger E-series models provide greater bass and output.
Does it need a subwoofer?
Not necessarily for background music, but a subwoofer is recommended where deep bass or home cinema impact is required.
What size hole is required?
The current Audio T installation specification lists a 197mm circular cut-out.
What mounting depth is required?
Approximately 99mm is required, with additional clearance for the cable and surrounding installation.
What is the outside diameter?
The visible outer diameter is approximately 230mm.
How much does it weigh?
The speaker weighs approximately 2kg.
How is it secured?
Rotating dogleg clamps grip the rear of the ceiling or wall board when their screws are tightened from the front.
Is a grille included?
Yes. A white circular magnetic grille is supplied.
Can the grille be painted?
It may be painted where DALI's preparation and painting instructions are followed carefully. Excess paint must not block the perforations.
Is a square grille available?
An optional square grille may be available separately. Confirm current compatibility and stock with Audio T.
Is a black grille available?
DALI offers compatible black PHANTOM grille options for dark ceilings and cinema rooms, subject to availability.
Does it need a backbox?
A backbox is usually advisable where a controlled acoustic volume or reduced sound leakage is required, although the exact installation depends on the ceiling construction.
Is a fire hood required?
Possibly. The requirement depends on the ceiling structure, building regulations and installation location. Ask the installer or relevant building professional.
Is a fire hood the same as a backbox?
Not necessarily. A fire hood provides fire protection, while an acoustic backbox controls the environment behind the speaker. Some products may provide both functions.
Can it be installed in a bathroom?
The standard E-50 is not IP rated or described as weather resistant. A PHANTOM WR model should be used where high humidity or direct moisture exposure is expected.
Is it waterproof?
No.
Can it be installed outdoors?
No. Use a speaker specifically designed and rated for outdoor conditions.
Can several speakers be connected to one amplifier channel?
Possibly, but the total impedance and wiring arrangement must remain within the amplifier's specification. Professional advice is recommended.
Should all speakers face the same direction?
Not always. Each tilted driver should normally be aimed towards its intended listening area, although symmetrical pairs should usually use matching orientations.
Should I choose the E-50 or E-60?
Choose the E-50 for a smaller cut-out and more discreet installation. Choose the E-60 for its larger woofer, deeper bass and greater room-filling ability.
Should I choose the E-50 or E-80?
Choose the E-50 for smaller rooms and supporting channels. Choose the E-80 for larger rooms, deeper bass and greater maximum output.
Should I choose the E-50 or K-60 LP?
Choose the E-50 where normal ceiling depth is available and value is important. Choose the K-60 LP where the ceiling void is too shallow for a conventional installation speaker.
Why Buy From Audio T?
- Advice planning stereo and home cinema speaker layouts
- Guidance choosing between PHANTOM E, K, H, M and S models
- AV receiver and amplifier matching
- Speaker quantity and channel-count planning
- Dolby Atmos and surround-layout advice
- Speaker-cable and concealed-installation guidance
- Cut-out and mounting-depth checks
- Backbox and fire-hood guidance
- Advice choosing weather-resistant PHANTOM models
- Subwoofer matching and bass-management setup
- Room correction and AV calibration guidance
- Multiroom amplifier advice
- Home installation support may be available
- Part exchange may be available on suitable existing equipment
- Ongoing system and setup support
Contact your local Audio T store to discuss the number of DALI PHANTOM E-50 speakers required and plan the amplifier, cable routes and installation before any ceiling work begins.