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Q Acoustics has unveiled its E300A ceiling-installed hi-fi amp, which is designed to form the centre of a smart home eco-system. The company says the E300A is: “suitable for installation in any room in the home and is just as capable of powering a single-room setup or expansive multi-room system as it is driving an entire smart home”.

Its integrated Amazon Alexa voice-control is activated by three far-field microphones in a bid to ensure 360° coverage across even the largest open-plan living space. Just like many other Alexa-enabled products, the E300A features an LED light ring to confirm voice interaction – and its surface-mounted light sensor is designed to ensure the LED ring is set to the correct intensity depending on the ambient light of your room.

In addition to voice control, a supplied remote handset allows operation of the E300A together with a free iOS or Android Q Net App, which is used for wi-fi setup as well as EQ (bass, treble, balance) and source selection. The E300A is compatible with Amazon Music, Apple AirPlay 2, Tidal Connect and Spotify Connect Hi-Fi. Bluetooth 5.2 is also on board for wireless streaming from compatible devices.

Driven-by a stereo amplifier, the E300A delivers a claimed 2x 25W of power at 6ohm – optimised for Q Acoustics’ range of in-ceiling and in-wall speakers. It is capable of powering up to four speakers in the same room or across multiple rooms. Additionally, any pair of passive speakers, including cabinet designs between 6 and 8ohm can be connected. Two 4m speaker cables and 1.3m power cables are also supplied.

The ceiling panel weighs 1.2kg and measures 125 x 125 x 145mm (WxHxD). Prices are as follows: E300A £600; E300A and a stereo pair of Qi65C in-ceiling speakers £750.

Available to buy now, you can find out more about the E300A here.