Perlisten S7i-C

The Perlisten S7i-C in-wall speaker represents a significant advancement in audio technology for home theater installations. Designed to combine high-level sound performance with discreet integration, this in-wall center speaker delivers an immersive and precise audio experience, tailored to the demands of audiophiles and cinema enthusiasts.

Cutting-Edge Technology for Superior Audio

At the heart of the S7i-C is Perlisten’s patented DPC-Array (Directivity Pattern Control) system. This groundbreaking technology enables directivity control down to frequencies below 1 kHz, ensuring a consistent listening experience throughout the room. The result is a focused soundstage with minimized unwanted reflections, delivering unparalleled audio clarity and precision.

The speaker features a 28 mm beryllium dome tweeter, paired with two ultra-light 28 mm TPCD domes for the midrange. These drivers, specifically developed for the S7i-C, provide exceptionally faithful sound reproduction, particularly in critical vocal ranges and delicate high frequencies.

For low frequencies, four 180 mm TPCD Textreme woofers ensure a linear and powerful response, reaching as low as 39 Hz in real-world conditions. This configuration allows the S7i-C to deliver performance comparable to high-end floor-standing speakers, all within an in-wall format.

Uncompromising Design

The S7i-C makes no compromises in build quality. Its extruded aluminum enclosure, equipped with bitumen damping, offers exceptional rigidity while minimizing unwanted resonances. This robust construction also helps limit sound transmission to adjacent rooms, a major advantage for discreet and high-performance home theater setups.

With dimensions of 298.6 x 1036.6 x 111.2 mm and a mounting depth of just 101.7 mm, the S7i-C integrates elegantly into walls while delivering performance on par with the best traditional speakers. Its weight of 26.4 kg reflects the quality of materials used and the solidity of its construction.

Certified Performance for Discerning Cinephiles

The Perlisten S7i-C is the world’s first in-wall speaker to achieve THX Dominus certification, the highest level of THX certification. This distinction guarantees exceptional performance, even in the largest home theater rooms, with the ability to reach high sound levels without distortion.

With a sensitivity of 92 dB (2.83V / 1m) and the capacity to handle up to 600W RMS, the S7i-C can deliver peak sound pressure levels of up to 119.8 dB while maintaining harmonic distortion below 3%. These characteristics make it an ideal speaker for faithfully reproducing the most dynamic and complex soundtracks.

Unmatched Versatility

Although primarily designed as a center speaker, the S7i-C can also be used as a left or right speaker in a multichannel setup. Its compatibility with other models in Perlisten’s S series ensures perfect tonal consistency, essential for optimal sound immersion.

The speaker can be installed behind an acoustically transparent screen or directly into the wall of a dedicated room. Its linear frequency response from 80 Hz to 20 kHz (+/- 1.5 dB) ensures faithful reproduction across the audible range, while its ability to extend down to 45 Hz (-10 dB) allows it to perform effectively even without a subwoofer in certain configurations.

Discreet Integration, Outstanding Performance

Despite its impressive performance, the S7i-C remains discreet once installed. Its sleek design and magnetic grille allow it to blend seamlessly into the decor, leaving only the exceptional sound quality to stand out.

With a nominal impedance of 4 Ω (minimum 3.4 ohms), the S7i-C is compatible with a wide range of high-quality amplifiers. Perlisten recommends amplification power between 100 and 600W RMS to fully harness the potential of this exceptional speaker.

Technical Specifications

Speaker Composition

• DCN Network (Digital Crossover Processor - DCP):
  • Beryllium 28 mm
  • Thin multilayer carbon diaphragm Textreme (TPCD) 28 mm (2)
• Bass drivers:
  • Thin multilayer carbon diaphragm Textreme (TPCD) 180 mm (4)

Audio Performance

• Speaker type: 4-way acoustic suspension
• Sensitivity: 92.0 dB / 2.83 V / 1.0 m
• Impedance: 4 Ω nominal, 3.4 Ω minimum
• Frequency response (±1.5 dB): 80 - 20 kHz
• Frequency response (-10 dB): 47 - 37 kHz
• Typical bass extension in real-world conditions: 39 Hz
• Recommended amplification power: 100 - 600 W RMS
• Maximum sound pressure level at 1 m (100-20 kHz): 119.8 dB peak
  • 117.0 dB peak < 3% 2nd and 3rd harmonics

Certification

• THX Dominus

Dimensions and Weight

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 298.6 × 1,036.6 × 111.2 mm
• Mounting dimensions (H × W × D): 257 × 996 × 101.7 mm
• Weight: 26.4 kg