How to install KEF LS50 to the ceiling?

[Descartes]

I upgraded my system to the new KEF R3 Meta and would like to mount my older KEF LS50 to the ceiling? Has anyone tried this before!

I seem to remember that a fellow posted a YouTube video but I can’t find it anymore, any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[Deleted member 21219]

Do you mean something like this?

Adaptive Technologies MM-008CM-BT MultiMount Outdoor Speaker Ceiling Mount, Black

proaudio.com

Jim

 

[Descartes]

Do you mean something like this?

Adaptive Technologies MM-008CM-BT MultiMount Outdoor Speaker Ceiling Mount, Black

proaudio.com

Jim

I don’t think that would hold the weight of the LS50!

 

[Deleted member 21219]

I don’t think that would hold the weight of the LS50!

That was an example, to find out what sort you were thinking of. You could peruse the different mounts they offer.

Indoor Overhead Speaker Mounts | Adaptive Technologies Group

Adaptive's indoor overhead speaker mounts offer pro audio installers rugged, professional grade and time saving solutions for overhead audio installations.

www.adaptivetechnologiesgroup.com

Search engines will show others, also.

Jim

 

[GA16SE]

I don’t think that would hold the weight of the LS50!

Maybe the pictures from the link below can help.

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I think that they used the threaded holes of KEF LS50 speakers.

 

[Opal]

I think you have to DIY holes for the mount on the LS50 meta. Nt sure if it is recommended

 

[GA16SE]

I’ve got a pair of KEF LS50 Meta and each speaker has been provided (by KEF) with four threaded holes for mounting on KEF S2 speaker stands.

 

[tifune]

Maybe the pictures from the link below can help.

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I think that they used the threaded holes of KEF LS50 speakers.

That's what I did, I used eye bolts. I think M6 or M8, been a few years now. No longer have the speakers, but it worked fine using only 2 bolts to support the weight/get the angle I needed, but I also snugly attached the other 2 bolts/holes in case I was wrong

 

[Descartes]

Maybe the pictures from the link below can help.

Studio

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I think that they used the threaded holes of KEF LS50 speakers.

Yes I saw that thank you, I even reached out to them but they use the new LS50 Meta that have holes in the bottom. Also they wanted to charge me several thousand dollars for these brackets?

 

[Descartes]

I’ve got a pair of KEF LS50 Meta and each speaker has been provided (by KEF) with four threaded holes for mounting on KEF S2 speaker stands.

Yes the meta version has holes in the bottom but not the original

 

[Deleted member 21219]

Yes the meta version has holes in the bottom but not the original

Ouch!

This might sound far-fetched, but is there a fabrication shop near you? Perhaps you could talk with someone there and see whether they could help you. Who knows ... they might have good ideas AND be (comparatively) inexpensive.

It's worth a try.

Jim

 

[Sokel]

Is that the new ones?

Does the older ones have similar feet and no screwing hole?

 

[pablolie]

Yes I saw that thank you, I even reached out to them but they use the new LS50 Meta that have holes in the bottom. Also they wanted to charge me several thousand dollars for these brackets?

But the holes are designed to secure them to stands in an upright position. Not sure if they are supposed to hold them at an angle longer term. But I don't know either way - just pointing out securing as a standmount is not equal to angled multipoint positions.

 

[Descartes]

Ouch!

This might sound far-fetched, but is there a fabrication shop near you? Perhaps you could talk with someone there and see whether they could help you. Who knows ... they might have good ideas AND be (comparatively) inexpensive.

It's worth a try.

Jim

I found this Koenig & Meyer Wall/ceiling bracket for speakers - 24185 wonder if that would work?

 

[Deleted member 21219]

I found this Koenig & Meyer Wall/ceiling bracket for speakers - 24185 wonder if that would work?

How much do your speakers weigh? That says it supports only 8 kg.

Jim

 

[Descartes]

How much do your speakers weigh? That says it supports only 8 kg.

Jim

7.2 kg according to the brochure

https://assets.kef.com/archive/ls50/ls50_brochure.pdf

The question is can I use short wood screws to keep them in place?

 

[Deleted member 21219]

7.2 kg according to the brochure

https://assets.kef.com/archive/ls50/ls50_brochure.pdf

The question is can I use short wood screws to keep them in place?

I have found out from hard experience that when it comes to wood screws, use as long as is practical. Short screws are OK for metal, but not reliable for wood.

Jim

 

[GA16SE]

Yes the meta version has holes in the bottom but not the original

I thought the only difference was the use of metamaterial.

 

[kemmler3D]

Do you have aesthetic requirements? Personally I'd want to avoid drilling into the cabinet for fear of introducing new resonances or something, but that will end up being the 'prettiest' solution, I think.

However, you can always use a ratchet strap to attach it to something, if you don't care about having ugly straps hanging around.

 

[Chrispy]

Even with the absence of threaded inserts, you can make your own (altho many wouldn't want to ).