Sonance R1 – Small Reference In-Wall LCR Speaker

Product Overview

The Sonance R1 is a small Reference Series in-wall LCR speaker built around a 4th generation coaxial driver. It is designed for integrators building out media rooms and home theaters that need clear dialogue and accurate imaging from a compact in-wall footprint.

Product Description

As a Reference Series LCR model, the R1 uses a 4th generation coaxial driver alongside a high-excursion woofer to keep dialogue clear and imaging precise, which matters for center-channel duty in a home theater. The speaker's integrated enclosure is designed to reduce sound disturbance into adjoining rooms, and its low-profile grille is intended to sit flush with the wall for a mostly hidden appearance. Because it is part of the Sonance Reference Series, the R1 can be mixed and matched with other Reference in-wall and in-ceiling models to build out a full surround layout, and it is designed to fit into standard wall construction depths. Integrators pairing the R1 with Sonance DSP amplifiers can apply custom tuning to the system, and contractors building a complete in-wall speaker system often specify the R1 for the front three channels alongside R1SUR surrounds.

Key Features

• 4th Generation Coaxial Driver — Combined with a high-excursion woofer for clear dialogue and accurate imaging.
• Integrated Enclosure — Designed to reduce sound disturbance into adjoining rooms.
• Standard Wall Cavity Fit — Designed to fit into a standard wall or ceiling cavity without custom framing.
• Mix-and-Match Reference Series — Can be paired with other Reference Series in-wall and in-ceiling models for a full surround layout.
• DSP Amplifier Compatible — Can be paired with Sonance DSP amplifiers for custom-tuned system performance.

Typical Applications

• Home theaters and dedicated media rooms
• Multi-channel LCR and surround layouts
• Residential installations using standard wall construction

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 4th generation coaxial driver?

It is Sonance's coaxial driver design used in the R1 to improve imaging accuracy and dialogue clarity from a single driver assembly.

Can the R1 be paired with other Reference Series speakers?

Yes, Sonance states that any Reference model can be mixed and matched to achieve the desired sound in a given room layout.

Does the R1 require a specific amplifier?

It can be paired with Sonance DSP amplifiers for custom-tuned performance, though it also works with standard AV receivers.

Is the R1 designed for center-channel or LCR use?

Yes, it is categorized as an in-wall LCR speaker suited to left, center, or right channel duty in a home theater.

What is the R1's grille designed to do?

Its low-profile grille is designed to sit flush with the wall for a discreet appearance.

What warranty applies to the R1?

Sonance Reference Series products carry a Limited Lifetime Warranty, with 5-year coverage on Reference grilles.