ELAC IC-1005

ELAC IC-1005 — Professional In-Ceiling Speaker Built for Invisible, High-Fidelity Installation

The ELAC IC-1005 is a precision-engineered in-ceiling speaker designed for custom AV installers and home theatre integrators who demand acoustic performance alongside effortless, invisible installation. Disappear into the ceiling, fill the room with sound.

Built for the Invisible Installation Standard

ELAC has been engineering high-performance loudspeakers since 1926. The IC-1005 represents ELAC’s application of that heritage to the architectural speaker category — a segment where compromises in driver quality and cabinet construction are common, but where ELAC’s commitment to acoustic accuracy sets a measurably higher standard. For installations where the speaker must be invisible, the sound must still be unmistakably excellent.

What It Is

The ELAC IC-1005 is a two-way in-ceiling loudspeaker featuring a 5.25-inch woofer and a pivoting 1-inch silk dome tweeter, mounted in a paintable flush-fit bezel. The pivoting tweeter allows off-axis aiming for precise soundstage optimisation from any ceiling position. Dog-leg clamps provide tool-free, secure installation into ceilings up to a specified depth, and the included paintable grille integrates seamlessly with any ceiling finish.

Key Features

• Pivoting 1-Inch Silk Dome Tweeter — The tweeter rotates independently within the baffle, allowing the high-frequency driver to be directed precisely toward the listening position — delivering accurate stereo imaging even from off-centre ceiling positions.
• 5.25-Inch Woofer — A purpose-designed mid-bass driver delivers balanced low-frequency response appropriate to an in-ceiling format, with the controlled directivity needed for ceiling-mounted applications.
• Paintable Grille and Bezel — The included bezel and grille can be painted to match any ceiling colour, making the IC-1005 genuinely invisible in the completed installation — only the sound reveals its presence.
• Dog-Leg Clamp Installation — Spring-loaded dog-leg clamps secure the speaker to the ceiling from the front panel without requiring access above the ceiling — simplifying installation in finished rooms significantly.
• Wide Compatibility — An 8-ohm nominal impedance and standard sensitivity make the IC-1005 compatible with virtually all AV receivers, multi-zone amplifiers, and custom installation amplifiers.
• ELAC Acoustic Engineering — Crossover design, driver integration, and baffle geometry are optimised by ELAC’s engineering team for coherent, accurate reproduction from a ceiling-mounted position.

Why the ELAC IC-1005 Stands Out

The architectural speaker market contains a wide range of products, and quality varies enormously. ELAC’s reputation for high-fidelity loudspeaker engineering — built through decades of producing reference-grade home speakers — carries directly into the IC-1005. The pivoting tweeter is a feature normally reserved for premium-tier architectural speakers and makes a material difference to imaging quality in multi-seat listening environments. For integrators who want to deliver a ceiling speaker installation that earns client praise rather than grudging acceptance, the IC-1005 is the specification-level choice.

Perfect For

• Custom AV integrators — A professional-specification in-ceiling speaker that gives clients measurably better audio without complicating the installation process.
• Multi-room audio systems — Compatible with all major multi-zone audio platforms including Sonos Amp, Control4, and standard amplification for whole-home audio installations.
• Home cinema overhead channels — Suitable for Dolby Atmos height channels when used with a compatible AV receiver in a dedicated home cinema installation.

Best Suited For

Ideal for residential and light commercial installations where high-fidelity ceiling-mounted audio is required with minimal visual impact, and where the client’s expectation of sound quality is above the entry-level in-ceiling market.

Our Promise

Every ELAC IC-1005 sold through our store is a genuine ELAC product covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. Our installation specialists can advise on amplifier matching, multi-zone configurations, and Dolby Atmos height channel placement for your specific project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the IC-1005 be used for Dolby Atmos height channels?
A: Yes — the IC-1005 is suitable for in-ceiling Dolby Atmos height channel applications when driven by a compatible Dolby Atmos AV receiver. The pivoting tweeter aids precise aiming for optimal overhead effect rendering.

Q: What amplifier power is recommended?
A: ELAC recommends amplifiers delivering 20–100W per channel into 8 ohms. Standard AV receivers and multi-zone amplifiers are fully compatible.

Q: Can the grille be painted after installation?
A: Yes — the grille and bezel are paintable with standard interior latex paint for a seamless ceiling match. Allow paint to dry fully before reinstalling the grille.

Technical Specifications