The latest crop of in-wall and in-ceiling architectural speakers reflects a lot more than great sound; it reflects what’s going on in the economy and in the custom electronics industry.

With the global economy experiencing a recession of epic proportions, speaker manufacturers have had to adjust their approach to consumers who are much more cautious in how they spend money.

The loudspeaker channel has adapted, offering products that provide better value and more aesthetic options.

Following is a sample of what’s going on in the in-wall and in-ceiling community.

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Robert Archer - Senior Editor, CE Pro

Bob is a dedicated audiophile who has been writing about A/V for Electronic House sister publication CE Pro since 2000.