Tannoy CMS 503ICT PI 5" Full Range Ceiling Loudspeaker with ICT Driver (Pre-Install,Pair) - TA-CMS503ICT-PI

Product Overview

The Tannoy CMS 503ICT PI 5-inch ICT ceiling loudspeaker (sold as a pre-install pair) is a wide-bandwidth, 200-watt high-sensitivity speaker built on Tannoy's third-generation Ceiling Monitor System (CMS 3.0) platform. Its proprietary 5" ICT (Inductive Coupling Technology) point-source driver delivers consistent broadband directivity with enhanced intelligibility for speech and music. UL 2043 plenum certification and 70V/100V transformer taps make it ideal for boardrooms, conference rooms, and air-handling ceiling spaces.

Product Description

The CMS 503ICT PI uses an all-new 5" ICT point-source driver with extended frequency range, delivering 89 dB sensitivity and broad, even coverage. The Inductive Coupling Technology crossover is set at 7 kHz, providing exceptional long-term reliability that suits constant-usage applications in demanding commercial environments. Multiple transformer taps support 70V and 100V distributed-line systems, or 16-ohm direct operation, and a low-insertion-loss 30 W line transformer offers an easily accessible tapping switch.

Engineered for high-durability use, the speaker is UL 1480 certified for general signalling systems and UL 2043 certified for air-handling (plenum) spaces. A self-aligning 3-way clamp mounting system, C-ring, and ceiling-tile rails are included to speed installation, and a removable magnetic grille can be custom painted or upgraded to an optional ARCO designer grille for minimal architectural impact. It is optimised for Lab Gruppen LUCIA amplifiers, supporting up to 8 CMS-series loudspeakers per channel. Explore the full Tannoy collection at Creation Networks, or compare the larger Tannoy CMS 603ICT PI 6-inch ceiling loudspeaker.

Key Features

• 5" ICT Point-Source Driver — Inductive Coupling Technology delivers extended frequency range and consistent broadband directivity.
• CMS 3.0 Platform — Third-generation Ceiling Monitor System engineering provides enhanced intelligibility for speech and music.
• 70V/100V and 16Ω Operation — Multiple transformer taps support distributed-line systems or direct low-impedance use.
• UL 2043 Plenum Rated — Certified for air-handling spaces, supporting code-compliant installation above suspended ceilings.
• UL 1480 Certified — Approved for general signalling systems in commercial installations.
• Pre-Install Design — Supplied as a pre-install version without back can (available separately) for first-fix mounting.
• Self-Aligning 3-Way Clamp — C-ring and ceiling-tile rails are included for fast, secure installation.
• Paintable Magnetic Grille — Removable grille can be custom painted or upgraded to an optional ARCO designer grille.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• Commercial meeting space
• Multi-purpose room
• Training room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this a pre-install (PI) version?
The pre-install version is supplied without a back can (available separately), allowing the speaker to be mounted during first-fix construction.

Does it support 70V and 100V systems?
Yes. Multiple transformer taps support 70V and 100V distributed-line systems, or 16-ohm direct low-impedance operation.

Is it safe to install in a plenum ceiling?
Yes. The speaker is UL 2043 certified for air-handling spaces and UL 1480 certified for general signalling systems.

Can the grille be painted to match the ceiling?
The removable magnetic grille can be custom painted, and optional ARCO designer grilles are available for minimal architectural impact.

How many can run on one amplifier channel?
It is optimised for Lab Gruppen LUCIA amplifiers, supporting up to 8 CMS-series loudspeakers per channel. Contact our team for system design support.