Perlisten R2ic In-Ceiling Speaker
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The Perlisten R2ic is the versatile, high-performance solution for bringing immersive audio into any room, without compromising on clarity or aesthetics. This is not just an ordinary in-ceiling speaker; it is a precision instrument, designed to deliver the acclaimed sonic signature of the R-Series from a source that is heard but not seen. Tuned for a flat response across a 30-degree main listening window, the R2ic is THX Ultra certified, making it a perfect choice for height channels in a Dolby Atmos or DTS:X system, or as a discreet LCR and surround speaker in a multi-purpose media room.
Key Features
- THX Certified Ultra: The R2ic carries THX Ultra certification.
- Intelligent Coverage Angle: Perlisten tunes a flat frequency response for a 30-degree main listening window, so the speaker serves the seats rather than the floor below it.
- Timbre-Matched Drivers: Features a 28mm silk dome tweeter and a 165mm (6.5") HPF woofer, sharing the same technology as the R-Series to guarantee a seamless sonic match.
- HPF Woofer: A 165mm HPF paper pulp woofer on an aluminum frame, the same custom pulp woofer design as Perlisten's R-Series in-walls.
- Ultimate Versatility: Engineered to be used as a Left, Center, Right, surround, or height channel speaker, providing maximum flexibility for system design.
- Open-Back Design: A 2-way infinite baffle speaker built for shallow-depth installations where sound isolation is not a priority. An optional rear enclosure is available.
- Paintable Grille: A grille is included.
Sound That's Perfectly Aimed
The key to the R2ic's exceptional performance is its intelligent design. Perlisten tunes its response for a 30-degree main listening window. This clever engineering ensures that even when mounted directly overhead, the sound is aimed precisely at the listening position, not fired straight down at the floor. This angled dispersion dramatically improves clarity and focus, creating a much more direct and engaging soundfield. It's the perfect solution for creating convincing overhead effects for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X that truly feel like they are in the room with you.
The R-Series Signature
The R2ic is a true member of the Perlisten R-Series family. It uses the same advanced driver materials, including a fluid, detailed 28mm silk dome tweeter and a powerful, articulate 6.5-inch HPF woofer. This shared DNA is crucial for creating a truly cohesive and immersive sound system. As audio pans from your main speakers to the height channels, the character and tone of the sound remain perfectly consistent. This seamless integration allows the speakers to disappear, leaving you with a single, enveloping bubble of sound that is utterly convincing.
The Ultra Advantage, Overhead
The R2ic is THX Ultra certified, with 109.5dB peak output. It can effortlessly reproduce the dynamic range of modern movie soundtracks, whether it's providing subtle atmospheric effects or the impactful roar of an overhead jet.
The Listening Room Difference
We’re a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on trust, not hype. Whether you’re visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don’t just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.
Specification
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Enclosure Alignment | 2-way infinite baffle, optional rear enclosure |
| Driver Compliment | DPC Array: 28mm silk dome tweeter |
| Woofers | 165mm Alum frame, HPF pulp |
| Sensitivity | 86.0dB / 2.83v / 1.0m |
| Impedance | 6Ω nominal |
| Response Linearity | 100 - 10kHz +/-1.5dB window |
| Listening Window (from 30deg Ref) | Horizontal: +/-30 deg Vertical: +/-30 deg |
| Frequency Response | 44 - 27kHz (-6dB) 31 - 32kHz (-10dB) |
| Typical In-Room Bass Extension | 32Hz (-6dB) 22Hz (-10dB) |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 50 - 150W (with 80Hz HPF) 50 - 100W (full range) |
| SPL Capability (100-20kHz) | 109.5dB peak 109.0dB peak <3% 2nd, 3rd Harmonics |
| Certification | THX Certified Ultra |
| Overall Dimensions (with grille) | 343.3 diam x 153.1mm depth 13.5" diam x 6.0" depth |
| Recommended Cutout | 305mm diameter 12" diameter |
| Weight | 11.8lbs. (5.4kg) |
Perlisten R2ic or R3ic: what is the difference?
Perlisten R2ic or R3ic: what is the difference?
The R2ic is the simpler 2-way version. It uses a 28mm silk dome tweeter in Perlisten's waveguide array with a 165mm HPF woofer, and it is open-backed: Perlisten designed it for shallow installations where sound isolation is not a design goal, with a rear enclosure as an option. The R3ic adds a 28mm silk dome midrange for a 3-way design and a 4mm solid aluminum back box that limits sound transmission into other rooms. The R2ic is THX Ultra certified; the R3ic is THX Dominus certified for surrounds. The R2ic is also shallower, 153.1mm against 194.8mm.
What ceiling depth does the R2ic need?
What ceiling depth does the R2ic need?
Perlisten's drawing calls for 5-9/16 inches (141.3mm) of mounting depth and a minimum joist size of 2x6. The recommended cutout is 12 inches (305mm), the mounting clamps take ceiling thicknesses from 1/2 inch to 1-5/8 inches, and the recommended drywall thickness is 5/8 inch to 1-1/2 inches. Because the R2ic is open-backed, whatever sits above the ceiling will hear it; if the room above needs quiet, the sealed R3ic is the model built for that.
Can the R2ic be used for Dolby Atmos height channels?
Can the R2ic be used for Dolby Atmos height channels?
Yes. Perlisten lists Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D as intended uses, and the R2ic is flexible beyond heights: it can serve as a left, center, right, surround, height or wide speaker. Its response is optimized around a 30 degree reference axis, which suits ceiling placement where the listeners are off to the side of the speaker rather than directly under it. It shares the R-Series timbre, so heights and front speakers sound related.















