Micca M-CS

Let me start by saying that I own a production company and have (and have used) a LOT of very high end audio equipment. When it comes to high output production sound systems, the quality of the speakers makes a huge difference, especially when you're talking about running your speakers at or near their maximum rated power. Home theater systems (which is what I'll be talking about here) are an entirely different story! Here are a few tips, as well as how these speakers perform: (1) Power handling for home theater speakers really isn't that important. There are so many other factors related to "loudness" other than how many watts a speaker can handle. The fact of the matter is, most people will never come close to the maximum rater power of a home theater speaker and most will be more than sufficient for home theatre applications. These speakers are no exception. They're plenty loud, I've not even come close to running them near their maximum rated power and they handle it with no problem. (2) Nearly every in-wall speaker is going to provide better overall sound than a typical sound bar. Of course, there may be exceptions in the very high price range. But, when you're talking about anything in relatively the same price range, in-wall speakers are always going to win out. Why? Simply put, because they're bigger. No, bigger isn't always better, but when it comes to low end frequency response (a.k.a. bass), larger speakers are always going to outperform smaller speakers. These are no exception, nice large woofers for good low end response. (3) The larger 5.25" woofers in the center channel helps, you'll be pleased with the sound! The larger woofers in this center channel (vs. a smaller drivers or a sound bar) will simply produce more low end. We're not talking subwoofer frequencies, but more kick and punch than you'll find in a smaller woofer. These have nice low end response and sound really great. (4) In-wall is worth the time effort. I really debated doing in-wall speakers in my most recent renovation, I kept thinking about a sound bar because of the simplicity. But, I'm REALLY glad I changed my mind. The sound from these speakers is so far superior to my sound bar it's ridiculous. What's more, I was able to keep them out of reach of the kids and free up a little more room (and paint the grills to match). (5) Buy an affordable speaker and save your money for something that matters. Yes, there are tons of speaker options and price ranges. In the end, buying a more affordable speaker (like these) will leave you with a lot of extra cash and still have a great sounding system. I'm really happy with these speakers, they sound great, install nicely, and are super affordable. I'm very happy with my purchase.

The Micca M-CS Dual 5.25 Inch In-Wall Center Channel Speaker is a great addition to my setup. Dialogue is clear and crisp, and it blends nicely with the rest of my system. Installation was simple, and the low-profile design looks clean in the wall. Excellent value for a center channel.

Many strong reviews of the Micca in-wall speakers. I will agree that they feel pretty good quality, and sound good, although I don't have a lot of comparison to other size or type of speakers for my purpose. I opted for the larger M-CS for my front left and right surround because my previous Onkyo fronts were a similar size with dual speakers and tweeter. Installation was a breeze; check stud locations, cut a big hole with the included template, run a wire, set the speakers in and turn the clamp screws. I could not use a 3rd in-wall for the center because there is a stud directly near the center line of my TV. It seems you would need to be very lucky to have a perfectly centered hollow space where you want to put a center in-wall speaker, the size of the M-CS does not leave much leeway between typical 16in centered studs. I opted for the small Yamaha NS-C210BL for center channel as shown in the picture. I completed the automated setup with mic from my Onkyo TX-NR656 for 5.1.2 configuration and it set the crossover on these M-CS fronts to 90hz. I lowered that a bit to 80hz, and I had to bump up the db on my Yamaha center a few notches to bring the voice track out from the 2 larger L+R speaker channels. Overall I'm happy with these Micca speakers, Great value for the price, they sound as good or better than my previous Onkyo speakers of similar size. Mounting inside the wall without a back box does not seem to be a problem, but my wall does have rolled insulation throughout even though it's an interior wall. Wife is very happy with the improved look of the hidden speakers, and I will paint them to match the wall and virtually disappear. I plan to buy the Micca 6" in-wall (square) or in-ceiling (round) to hide my surround channels soon.

Good quality

Hooked up to test as I finish up the room it will eventually be installed in, was very pleased with the quality of sound and overall build quality of this speaker given the affordable price point!

Good

Very good quality, heavy and well made, haven't installed it into the wall yet but hooked it up to test and they sound great

I have Klipsch and ESS speakers in other rooms. These are good speakers, worthy of building them into your walls/ceilings where wanted. They're easy to install, assuming your wall is 2x4+ stud with 1/2" drywall. They would probably install in 1" plaster, but I can't confirm that. In a small room (or many in a large room), these are very good "mid/high" range speakers -- don't expect bass, that's a different animal.