DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 is a purpose-designed on-wall mounting frame from DALI (Struer, Denmark), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Engineered specifically for the DALI Phantom S-280 in-wall loudspeaker, the OW Frame S-280 allows the S-280 to be deployed as a fully on-wall speaker system without requiring any wall cutouts. The frame mounts to any wall type, accommodates wall thicknesses from 10 mm to 70 mm, and accepts the Phantom S-280 speaker in both vertical Left/Right stereo orientation and horizontal vocal centre-channel orientation. With a mounting depth of 103 mm and a white finish that integrates discreetly into any room, the OW Frame S-280 is the correct solution for installations where wall penetration is not possible, such as rental properties, heritage buildings, or rooms with concealed services behind the wall surface.

On-Wall Installation Without Wall Cutouts

The DALI Phantom S-series in-wall speakers are designed for flush in-wall installation, but project constraints frequently make wall penetration impractical or impossible. Rental agreements, listed building restrictions, concrete and masonry walls, walls with dense insulation or concealed pipework, and post-construction installations where re-plastering is undesirable all present conditions where a traditional in-wall approach cannot be used. The OW Frame S-280 resolves this by providing a rigid on-wall enclosure that houses the Phantom S-280 speaker against the wall surface, using the dogleg clamping system to secure the speaker within the frame in the same way it would be secured in a wall cutout. The frame's internal geometry maintains the correct mounting depth of 103 mm for the Phantom S-series, preserving the acoustic conditions the S-280 is engineered to operate within.

Flexible Orientation and Universal Wall Compatibility

The DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 supports two installation orientations to accommodate the full range of home cinema and stereo deployment scenarios. In standard Left/Right vertical mode, the frame positions the S-280 as a full-range stereo or surround speaker in portrait orientation. In vocal horizontal mode, the frame rotates the S-280 to landscape orientation for use as a centre channel speaker in a home cinema system, aligning the drivers for optimal horizontal dispersion across the primary seating row. Cable entry inlets are provided on all four sides of the frame, giving the installer full flexibility in routing speaker cables regardless of wall construction type or cable entry point. Fine adjustment of the S-280's position within the frame is available to ensure a precise geometrical fit after mounting.

Key Features

• No Wall Cutout Required: The OW Frame S-280 mounts entirely on the wall surface, allowing the DALI Phantom S-280 to be installed in any room without penetrating the wall, preserving wall integrity in rental, heritage, and post-construction scenarios.
• Compatible with DALI Phantom S-280: Designed and dimensioned specifically for the Phantom S-280 in-wall loudspeaker, maintaining the correct 103 mm mounting depth and dogleg clamping installation method.
• Dual Orientation Support: Installs in vertical Left/Right stereo mode or horizontal vocal centre-channel mode, with cable entry inlets on all four frame sides for flexible wiring in either orientation.
• Universal Wall Compatibility: Mounts to any wall type including plasterboard, masonry, concrete, and timber stud construction, accommodating wall thicknesses from 10 mm to 70 mm within the dogleg span range.
• Fine Position Adjustment: The S-280 speaker position within the frame can be fine-tuned after mounting to achieve a precise geometrical and acoustic fit.
• White Finish: A neutral white surface integrates discreetly into any room interior and accepts paint for a custom colour match to wall finishes.
• Robust Construction: At 36.5 kg including grille, the OW Frame S-280 is built to the structural standard required to safely support and acoustically house the Phantom S-280 speaker against the wall surface.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280?

The DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 is a purpose-built on-wall mounting frame from DALI (Struer, Denmark) designed specifically for the DALI Phantom S-280 in-wall loudspeaker. It enables the Phantom S-280 to be installed as an on-wall speaker without any wall cutouts, mounts to any wall type with thicknesses from 10 mm to 70 mm, and supports both vertical stereo and horizontal centre-channel orientations. It is available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, and weighs 36.5 kg including the grille.

Do I need to cut into the wall to use the DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280?

No, the DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 is specifically designed to eliminate the need for wall cutouts. The entire frame mounts on the wall surface, and the Phantom S-280 speaker is installed into the frame using the standard dogleg clamping system. This makes it the correct solution for installations in rental properties where wall modifications are prohibited, heritage or listed buildings, rooms with masonry or concrete walls, and any project where post-construction access behind the wall surface is unavailable.

How does the DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 compare to other on-wall speaker frame solutions?

The DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 is a manufacturer-designed accessory engineered in conjunction with the Phantom S-280 speaker, ensuring dimensional accuracy, correct mounting depth, and preserved acoustic performance that aftermarket or custom fabricated on-wall frames cannot guarantee. Competing high-end in-wall speaker brands such as Sonance, Focal, and Monitor Audio offer some on-wall frame options for their in-wall ranges, but none are designed to integrate with DALI's Phantom S-series dogleg clamping system or to maintain the specific 103 mm mounting depth that the Phantom S-280 requires for optimal performance. The OW Frame S-280 is the only frame solution endorsed and dimensioned by DALI for this speaker.

Can the DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 be used in horizontal orientation for a centre channel?

Yes, the DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 supports horizontal vocal mode installation for use of the Phantom S-280 as a centre channel speaker in a home cinema system. In horizontal orientation the drivers are aligned laterally, improving horizontal dispersion across the primary seating row for clear dialogue and centre channel reproduction. Cable entry inlets on all four sides of the frame ensure that speaker cable can be routed neatly from the wall regardless of whether the frame is mounted in vertical or horizontal orientation.

What wall types is the DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 compatible with?

The DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 is compatible with any wall type, including plasterboard and drywall stud construction, solid masonry and brick walls, concrete walls, and timber-clad wall surfaces. The frame's dogleg clamping system accommodates wall thicknesses from 10 mm to 70 mm. For wall types where standard fixings are insufficient to support the 36.5 kg combined weight of the frame and Phantom S-280 speaker, appropriate wall anchors or through-bolts rated for the total load should be used. A qualified installer should assess the wall substrate and specify appropriate fixings before mounting.

Where can I buy the DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 in Toronto or Canada?

The DALI Phantom OW Frame S-280 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised DALI dealer in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound serves customers across the Greater Toronto Area and ships throughout Canada. For complete Phantom S-280 on-wall installations, Vinyl Sound can advise on the full system configuration including the Phantom S-280 speaker, OW Frame, and compatible DALI CI amplification.

Can the DALI Phantom OW Frame be used with other Phantom S-series speakers?

The OW Frame range includes three models matched to specific Phantom S-series speakers: the OW Frame S-80 for the Phantom S-80, the OW Frame S-180 for the Phantom S-180, and the OW Frame S-280 for the Phantom S-280. Each frame is dimensioned specifically for its matched speaker and is not interchangeable between models. The OW Frame range also includes compatible frames for the DALI Phantom M-series in-wall speakers, with separate models for the M-250, M-375, and M-675. Vinyl Sound can advise on the correct OW Frame model for any Phantom S-series or M-series speaker in a specific installation.