Customers are enthusiastic about the Helos 12 6-1/2" In-Ceiling Speaker for its exceptional sound quality. They appreciate the clear highs and the ability to crank up the volume without distortion. Installation is also considered easy, especially in drywall ceilings.
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Sound quality, Tweeter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MartinLogan Helos 12: Superb In-Ceiling Sound, Pre
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
MartinLogan is a name synonymous with high-fidelity audio, and their Helos 12 in-ceiling speakers definitely live up to that reputation. These speakers offer an audiophile-grade listening experience perfect for home theaters, immersive audio setups, or simply enjoying music throughout your house.
Key Features
Aimable tweeter: The 1-inch neodymium soft dome tweeter can be pivoted, allowing you to precisely target high-frequency sound for the best experience at your listening position.
High-rigidity aluminum woofer: The 6.5-inch aluminum cone woofer delivers powerful and well-defined bass.
Advanced crossover: MartinLogan's proprietary Vojtko crossover technology carefully blends the frequencies, creating a seamless, natural sound.
Robust mounting system The Helos 12 features an easy-to-use and secure mounting-lock system for a sturdy installation.
Paintable grille: Blend the speakers seamlessly into your ceiling with a paintable grille.
Sound Quality
Audiophiles and casual listeners alike will be impressed with the Helos 12. They provide a rich, detailed, and expansive soundstage. The highs are crisp and clear without being harsh, mids are balanced and natural, and the bass is surprisingly deep for an in-ceiling design. These speakers manage to deliver the clarity and dynamic range you'd expect from traditional floor-standing speakers.
Versatility
Whether you are building a dedicated Dolby Atmos home theater, wanting a way to fill your home with multi-room audio, or simply want excellent stereo sound in a smaller room, the Helos 12 delivers.
Installation
Installation of the MartinLogan Helos 12 is relatively straightforward, especially if you have some experience with basic home improvement. MartinLogan has taken steps to make the process more accessible, with a robust mounting system and clear instructions.
Value
The MartinLogan Helos 12 sits in a higher price range, but the premium build quality and top-tier sound performance justify the cost. If you prioritize exceptional audio in your home setup, these speakers are a worthy investment.
Overall
The MartinLogan Helos 12 in-ceiling speakers offer an exceptional audio experience in a discreet package. Their detailed sound, versatile use, and premium construction make them a top choice for discerning listeners. If you want to elevate your home audio without sacrificing space, the Helos 12 deserves serious consideration.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Tweeter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect conclusion for my 5.2.4 theater.
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These are a perfect match for a truly immersive dolby atmos experience. I have limited ceiling space with no attic, and their low profile size fit snugly. The positional tweeters enable a perfect positional listening experience. Dont hesitate to purchase these speakers if youre in the market!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Speakers
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Amazing sound. Was a great choice for my surround and atmos speakers. Clear highs that are directional and you can really crank them up!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Tweeter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great IC Speaker
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I replaced an old pair of IC’s with these Helos to match my Motion 40’s. Originally, I wanted to get some satellites, but learned the tweeter on these could be directionally adjusted. I decided to use this pair as my left and right surround channels. I immediately noticed how natural and 360 the sound was! I was highly impressed and it blew away most of the doubts I had about using IC’s as part of my 5.2 set up. The last pair of IC’s were in the same ball park number (as far as price and quality), but these blew them away instantly. I have to say Martin Logan keeps delivering!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Tweeter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing attention to detail
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These speakers make all the difference when watching movies or listening to music. They fully immerse you into the movie with adjustable tweeters.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Five Stars!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have been eying on these speakers since last year. I bought these speakers in September 24 when they were on discount. Bought 4 speakers to create an Atmos setup with my other B&W speakers, The Helos 12s turned out to be an excellent sonic match. Build quality is very good. Really happy with my purchase!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Installation, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Christmas Gift
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a Christmas gift for my son I just finished installing these yesterday very nice speakers very nice sounds he wanted to put additional speakers in his bathrooms one for the guest bathroom one for the master bathroom along with his theater set up very easy to install highly recommend it
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Installation, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great quality ceiling speakers
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Installation in a drywall ceiling was easy. Wire connections were easy. Speaker quality sounds great, especially like the highs!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful sound!
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We have two of these speakers for our front channel left/right and then two of the holder models for the back let/right (we did a remodel and utilized a few of our original pieces) . Our center channel speaker comes directly from our new 77" Sony A9 and the whole set-up is amazing!! The sound is crystal clear and you can feel all the notes and sounds!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Tweeter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice sending speaker fit my needs very well.
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Added depth to my 13.3 surround system. Tweeter adjustable.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Installation, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sound and look great!
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Added 5 of these for the theatre system in our living room. A little pricey but they sound great and were easy to install.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very pleased
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I am very pleased with the audio clarity and quality of these speakers. At this price point, I would definitely purchase again.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Speakers for my 5.1.2 setup
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great speakers. Love the quality and sound effects.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Installation
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MartinLogan speakers
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great speakers and Geek Squad did very clean job. Thanks!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Helos Speakere
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Using as my surrounds in a 5.1. Fantastic. Space limitations forced me to go with in ceiling speakers. Glad I did!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Martin Logan never disappoints
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
these speakers are so clear and accurate, i bought them for my kitchen for a nice price
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Not expecting them to be this good!
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Tremendous sound! I How can a ceiling speaker deliver this level of great sound??? I had my system turned up too loud on start up and I thought these speakers were going to blow out my ears! They sound fantastic! Really rounds out any system and MartinLogan makes a great speaker!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worthy of accolades
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Exactly as expected. Better sound than previous in ceiling speaker
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ceiling speakers
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Really good sound quality, like Theatre experience in the house, for the entertainment room we build.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for atmos
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great for adding atmos speakers to ceilings. Adjustable tweeters get the sound dialed into you seating area