Lyngdorf D-5 IC N – Compact In-Ceiling Speaker for Custom Installations
With the D-5 IC N, Lyngdorf Audio introduces a new in-ceiling speaker specifically developed for sophisticated custom installations. Its narrow MDF cabinet with integrated backbox and pivoting tweeter allows flexible use even in tight ceiling voids. The D-5 IC N combines premium acoustic performance with the practical advantages of a ready-to-install, resonance-controlled design.
- Lyngdorf D-5 IC N In-Ceiling Speaker – Compact design, MDF backbox, pivoting tweeter and high-precision sound for custom installations. Part of the Lyngdorf Discreet Series, made in Denmark.
Lyngdorf Audio, part of the Danish company SL Audio A/S, has long been synonymous with digital amplifier innovation and room correction systems such as RoomPerfect. In addition to traditional Hi-Fi and home cinema solutions, the company places strong emphasis on custom installation at the highest level – merging audiophile quality with architectural integration.
With the new Lyngdorf D-5 IC N, Lyngdorf Audio expands its acclaimed Discreet Series by introducing a compact in-ceiling speaker that delivers reference-grade performance even where installation depth is limited.
Key Facts – Lyngdorf D-5 IC N In-Ceiling Speaker
- New in-ceiling model in the Lyngdorf Discreet Series
- Designed and manufactured by SL Audio A/S in Skive, Denmark
- “N” stands for “Narrow” – ideal for limited ceiling depth
- Closed MDF cabinet with integrated backbox
- 25 mm soft-dome tweeter, angled and pivotable
- 180 mm aluminium mid-bass driver with vented magnet
- Frequency range 80 Hz – 20 kHz, sensitivity 88 dB
- Optimised for immersive audio formats such as Dolby Atmos
- Available Autumn 2025, pricing on request
Design and Construction
The Lyngdorf D-5 IC N was developed for installations where available ceiling depth is restricted. Its rigid MDF enclosure doubles as an integrated backbox, ensuring a defined, repeatable acoustic performance independent of the ceiling structure. This design prevents resonance build-up and guarantees consistent bass and midrange behaviour.
A square, magnetically attached white front grille blends seamlessly into modern interiors and can be painted to match surrounding surfaces. Like all models in the Lyngdorf Discreet Series, the D-5 IC N is crafted in Denmark at SL Audio’s Skive production facility, ensuring quality control and precise assembly.
Technology and Acoustics
The “Narrow” architecture allows the D-5 IC N to fit between closely spaced ceiling joists while maintaining full acoustic integrity. The two-way design combines a 25 mm soft-dome tweeter, mounted at an angle and adjustable for optimal coverage, with a 180 mm aluminium-cone mid-bass driver featuring a 35 mm voice coil and vented magnet system.
The angled tweeter enables precise sound targeting towards the listening area – an advantage for immersive formatssuch as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X or Auro-3D. With a crossover at 2.2 kHz, a frequency response from 80 Hz to 20 kHz (–3 dB), 88 dB sensitivity and 100 W power handling, the D-5 IC N provides clarity, efficiency and dynamic headroom for demanding home cinema applications.
The sealed MDF cabinet eliminates unwanted interaction with surrounding building materials, ensuring tight bass response and natural midrange reproduction – crucial for installations where acoustic predictability is key.
Integration into the Lyngdorf Discreet Series
The addition of the D-5 IC N expands the Lyngdorf Discreet Series to seven loudspeakers and two subwoofers, including models such as the Lyngdorf D-500, D-6 and D-60, as well as in-wall subwoofers DW-1 and DW-10. All components are engineered to work seamlessly with Lyngdorf digital amplifiers and RoomPerfect calibration technology, achieving a coherent sonic signature with precise imaging and natural spaciousness – regardless of room conditions.
Price and Availability
The Lyngdorf D-5 IC N In-Ceiling Speaker will be available from Autumn 2025 through authorised Lyngdorf Audio dealers. As a custom installation product, pricing is provided on request.
Distribution across Germany, Austria and Switzerland is handled exclusively by Drei H Vertriebs GmbH.
Conclusion
With the Lyngdorf D-5 IC N, Lyngdorf Audio once again demonstrates its ability to merge technical precision with installation practicality. The compact design, solid MDF cabinet and adjustable tweeter make it a flexible yet audiophile solution for ceiling applications where space is limited. In combination with other Discreet Series models and Lyngdorf electronics, the D-5 IC N delivers exceptional sound quality and spatial accuracy – a refined choice for both luxury living spaces and dedicated home cinema installations.
| Product | Lyngdorf D-5 IC N In-Ceiling-Speaker |
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| Price | upon request |
Technical Specifications
| Product | Lyngdorf D-5 IC N In-Ceiling Speaker |
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| Series | Lyngdorf Discreet Series |
| Type | 2-way in-ceiling loudspeaker |
| Tweeter | 25 mm soft-dome, angled and adjustable |
| Mid-bass Driver | 180 mm aluminium cone, 35 mm voice coil, vented magnet |
| Frequency Response (–3 dB) | 80 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Crossover Frequency | 2.2 kHz |
| Sensitivity (2.83 V/1 m) | 88 dB |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ohms |
| Power Handling (IEC) | 100 W |
| Maximum SPL | 105 dB |
| Enclosure Type | Sealed MDF cabinet |
| Terminals | Push-type spring clamps, gold-plated |
| Mounting | In-ceiling, narrow design |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 358 × 358 × 113 mm (incl. grille) |
| Cut-out Dimensions | 286 × 334 × 109 mm |
| Weight | 6,2 kg |
| Finish | Matte black housing, white magnetic grille |
| Brand | Lyngdorf Audio |
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| Manufacturer | SL Audio A/S |
| Distribution | DREI H Vertriebs GmbH |
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