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Monitor Audio C3M
This high-performance medium-sized Tier 3 in-ceiling loudspeaker is a three-way model featuring an RDT III bass driver, IDC II midrange driver and IDC II tweeter with UD Waveguide II. It has a cut-out dimension of 212 mm and revolutionary patented Quik-Link speaker cable connector and Tri-Grip II for quick, simple, reliable and strong installation and fitting.
This high-performance, medium Tier 3 in-ceiling loudspeaker is designed to deliver pristine, engaging acoustics where pristine sound quality is desired. It is a three-way model featuring the very latest acoustic technologies from Monitor Audio.
This really is the last word in installed performance, featuring an RDT III bass driver, IDC II midrange driver and IDC II tweeter with UD Waveguide II. This high-end combination ensures levels of acoustic transparency and detail found in Monitor Audio’s premium loudspeaker ranges, where much of his acoustic technology was developed. It has a cut out diameter of 212mm and uses the patented Quik-Link speaker cable connecter, which revolutionises the ease and speed of speaker installation. Tri-Grip has also been evolved for simple, reliable and strong fitment.
Optional square or premium grille can be used with this model.
Optional square grille can be used with this model.
This product is now available to use with home theatre design software, The Cinema Designer. Read more.
Key Features
- Ideal for installations where high-performance acoustics are desired
- Three-way design
- Mid-frequency ‘mid-pod array’
- 1 × 1″ (25mm) IDC II tweeter with UD Waveguide II for lifelike sound
- 1 × 7″ (178mm) RDT III bass driver
- 1 × 4″ (102mm) IDC II midrange driver
- Patented Quik-Link speaker cable connector for quicker installation (UK patent application no. 2216966.8)
- Tri-Grip II for easy and secure fitment
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Specifications
| System Format | 3-Way |
| Channels | 1 |
| Frequency Response, Installed (−6dB) | 45Hz – 35kHz |
| Nominal Impedance | 6Ω (Ohm) |
| Minimum Impedance (20Hz to 20kHz) | 4.8Ω (Ohm) @ 2 kHz |
| Sensitivity (2.83V rms @ 1m, Installed) | 87dB |
| Maximum Peak SPL* (Single Speaker @ 1m Z-Weighted) | (Mono) 116dB |
| Continuous Power Handling (RMS into Nominal Impedance, Pink Noise with 6dB Crest Factor) | 120W |
| Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS into 8Ω (Ohm), Music Signal) | 45W – 180W |
| Drive Unit Complement | - 1 × 7″ (178mm) RDT III Bass Driver
- 1 × 4″ (102mm) IDC II Midrange Driver
- 1 × 1″ (25mm) IDC II Tweeter
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| Cross Over Frequency | - LF/MF: 800 Hz
- MF/HF: 3.5 kHz
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| Mounting Depth | 148mm (513/16″) |
| Cut-Out Hole Diameter | 212mm (83/8″) |
| External Dimensions (Including Grille – H×W×D) | 242mm × 242mm × 151mm (91/2″ × 91/2″ × 515/16″) |
| Weight | 3.4kg (7lb, 8oz) |
| Pre-Construction Bracket | CM-B |
| Cabinet Finish | Matte Black & Orange & Green |
| Sold As | Single Unit |
| Corner Switch | ON/OFF |
| H/F Switch / MF Switch | − /0/ + |
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