Dali Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction BracketDALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada The DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket is a green coded rough in installation accessory from DALI (Struer, Denmark), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Designed specifically for the DALI Phantom E 60, Phantom E 60S, and Phantom K 60 in ceiling and in wall speakers, this preconstruction bracket is installed at the framing stage of new construction and renovation

DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket is a green-coded rough-in installation accessory from DALI (Struer, Denmark), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Designed specifically for the DALI Phantom E-60, Phantom E-60S, and Phantom K-60 in-ceiling and in-wall speakers, this preconstruction bracket is installed at the framing stage of new construction and renovation projects before wall or ceiling surface materials are applied and finished. The bracket establishes the precise cutout location and dimensions for any of the three compatible Phantom 60-series speaker models at the rough-in stage, ensuring that the final speaker installation is correctly positioned, structurally supported, and professionally finished without additional cutting or measurement at fit-out. As the most versatile bracket in DALI's three-colour preconstruction system, the green bracket covers three distinct Phantom 60-series models including the stereo E-60S and the ultra-shallow K-60 low-profile variant, making it the most commonly specified bracket on multi-room and multi-zone custom installation projects.

Rough-In Stage Installation for the Phantom E-60, E-60S, and K-60

The DALI Phantom E-60, E-60S, and K-60 share compatible cutout dimensions despite their acoustic and functional differences, allowing a single green preconstruction bracket to serve all three models in the same installation programme. The Phantom E-60 is a standard 6.5-inch in-ceiling speaker, the E-60S is DALI's first in-ceiling stereo speaker delivering two-channel audio from a single cutout, and the K-60 LP is an ultra-shallow low-profile speaker designed for ceiling voids where standard mounting depth is unavailable. On projects where speaker model selection between these three variants may not be finalised at the rough-in stage, the green bracket allows cutouts to be established before the surface is finished, with the specific speaker model confirmed later without any change to the cutout dimensions. The bracket is fixed to ceiling joists or wall studs before plasterboard, drywall, or ceiling board is applied, providing a dimensionally accurate opening that plasterers and ceiling contractors work around during the finishing process.

Colour-Coded System for Error-Free Multi-Speaker Projects

The DALI Phantom Preconstruction Bracket range uses a three-colour identification system that remains visible throughout the construction process and allows any tradesperson on site to verify bracket-to-speaker compatibility at every stage. The green bracket covers the Phantom E-60, E-60S, and K-60. The red bracket covers the Phantom E-80 and K-80. The blue bracket covers the Phantom E-50. On large residential and commercial projects where multiple Phantom speaker models are specified across different rooms and zones, and where speaker procurement, bracket installation, surface finishing, and final speaker fit-out may be carried out by different personnel at different stages of the construction programme, the colour coding system provides a continuous visual verification mechanism that prevents costly cutout size mismatches from being locked in by surface finishing before they are identified.

Key Features

• Compatible with Three Phantom 60-Series Models: The green-coded bracket serves the Phantom E-60, E-60S, and K-60, all of which share compatible cutout dimensions, making it the most versatile bracket in the DALI Phantom Preconstruction range.
• Rough-In Stage Installation: Installed before wall or ceiling surface materials are applied, the bracket establishes the correct cutout position and dimensions at the framing stage for a clean and professional final installation without additional cutting at fit-out.
• Green Colour-Code Identification: Green bracket designation for the E-60, E-60S, and K-60 is part of a three-colour system across the Phantom Preconstruction Bracket range, preventing model mix-ups on multi-speaker new construction and renovation projects.
• Supports Model Flexibility at Rough-In: Because all three compatible models share the same cutout dimensions, the green bracket allows final speaker model selection between the E-60, E-60S, and K-60 to be deferred until after surface finishing without affecting the cutout.
• Precise Cutout Positioning and Alignment: Eliminates measurement error and misalignment risk by providing a dimensionally accurate guide fixed at the framing stage, ensuring every Phantom 60-series installation is correctly positioned and level in the finished surface.
• Structural Support for Wall and Ceiling Integrity: Provides a stable frame around the cutout opening, maintaining the structural integrity of the surrounding wall or ceiling material during construction and after surface finishing.
• Suitable for Residential and Commercial Projects: Appropriate for any new construction or major renovation project in Canada where Phantom E-60, E-60S, or K-60 speakers are specified for in-ceiling or in-wall installation.
• Durable Construction: Built to withstand active construction site conditions including contact with plasterboard, joint compound, paint, and other finishing materials applied during the construction process.

DALI Phantom Preconstruction Bracket Colour Code Reference

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket?

The DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket is a green-coded rough-in installation accessory from DALI (Struer, Denmark) compatible with the DALI Phantom E-60, Phantom E-60S, and Phantom K-60 in-ceiling and in-wall speakers. It is installed at the framing stage of new construction or renovation projects before surface materials are applied, establishing the correct cutout position and dimensions for any of the three compatible speaker models to ensure a precise and professionally finished final installation. It is available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada.

Why does one green bracket cover three different Phantom speaker models?

The DALI Phantom E-60, E-60S, and K-60 all share the same cutout diameter despite their acoustic and functional differences. The E-60 is a standard 6.5-inch in-ceiling speaker, the E-60S is a true in-ceiling stereo speaker with dual tweeters and a dual-mono crossover, and the K-60 LP is an ultra-shallow low-profile speaker designed for restricted ceiling void depths. Because their cutout dimensions are identical, a single green preconstruction bracket establishes the correct opening for all three models, allowing final speaker model selection to be deferred until after surface finishing without any change to the cutout size or position.

When should the DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket be installed?

The DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket should be installed after wall or ceiling framing is complete but before plasterboard, drywall, or ceiling board is applied and finished. At this rough-in stage the bracket is fixed to the framing structure, and surface finishing materials are then applied around it, leaving a correctly positioned and sized opening for the Phantom E-60, E-60S, or K-60 speaker. Installing the bracket after surface finishing is complete negates its function, as the cutout must then be made without the positional accuracy and structural support the bracket provides at the rough-in stage.

Can the green bracket be used if I have not yet decided between the E-60, E-60S, and K-60?

Yes, and this is one of the practical advantages of the green bracket covering all three Phantom 60-series models. Because the cutout dimensions are identical across the E-60, E-60S, and K-60, installing the green bracket at the rough-in stage locks in the cutout position and size correctly for all three options. The specific speaker model can then be confirmed and procured at any point before the final fit-out stage, without any change to the cutout in the finished surface. This is particularly useful on projects where budget allocation or acoustic specification decisions are made progressively throughout the construction programme.

How does the green bracket differ from the red and blue Phantom Preconstruction Brackets?

The three DALI Phantom Preconstruction Brackets differ in the speaker models they are compatible with and the cutout dimensions they establish. The green bracket is dimensioned for the Phantom E-60, E-60S, and K-60 cutout. The red bracket is dimensioned for the larger Phantom E-80 and K-80 cutout. The blue bracket is dimensioned for the smaller Phantom E-50 cutout. The colour coding allows any of the three to be identified immediately on a construction site without reference to documentation, reducing the risk of the wrong bracket being installed at a speaker position and locking in an incorrectly sized cutout after surface finishing.

Where can I buy the DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket in Toronto or Canada?

The DALI Phantom 60 IC Preconstruction Bracket is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised DALI dealer in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound serves custom installers, contractors, and residential customers across the Greater Toronto Area and ships throughout Canada. For new construction and renovation projects specifying Phantom E-60, E-60S, or K-60 speakers, Vinyl Sound can supply the green preconstruction brackets alongside the speakers, compatible backboxes, and DALI CI amplification as a complete project package.

How many green preconstruction brackets do I need for my installation?

One green preconstruction bracket is required for each Phantom E-60, E-60S, or K-60 speaker position in the installation. Each bracket establishes a single cutout opening for a single speaker, regardless of which of the three compatible models will ultimately be installed at that position. A project with ten Phantom 60-series speaker positions requires ten green brackets. All brackets should be ordered, delivered to site, and installed at the rough-in stage before surface finishing begins to ensure the full benefit of the preconstruction bracket system is realised across every speaker position in the installation.