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Monitor Audio C3L-CP
This large 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. Its fully sealed back box delivers consistently high performance, no matter where it is used. It has a cut out dimension of 248mm and revolutionary patented Quik-Link speaker cable connector and Tri-Grip II for quick, simple, reliable and strong installation and fitting.
This high-performance, large 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 combination ensures levels of acoustic transparency and detail found in Monitor Audio’s premium loudspeaker ranges, where much of his acoustic technology was developed.
As a Controlled Performance (CP) model, it is fitted with a fully sealed back box that provides an ideal air load for the drivers, optimising mid-range and bass performance while maintaining sonic consistency regardless of interior wall construction. These rigid, mineral filled enclosures reduce the sound from the back of the cabinet by around 30 dB. This range guarantees excellent audio quality and versatility, for superior level of sound isolation between rooms and floors.
It has a cut out diameter of 248mm 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
- Filled back box delivers consistent performance regardless of interior wall construction
- Three-way design
- Mid-frequency ‘mid-pod array’
- 1 × 1″ (25mm) IDC II tweeterwith UD Waveguide II for lifelike sound
- 1 × 9″ (229mm) 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 |
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| Channels | 1 |
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| Frequency Response, Installed (−6dB) | 80Hz – 35kHz |
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| Nominal Impedance | 6Ω (Ohm) |
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| Minimum Impedance (20Hz to 20kHz) | 4.9Ω (Ohm) @ 2 kHz |
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| Sensitivity (2.83V RMS @ 1m, Installed) | 89dB |
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| Maximum Peak SPL* (Single Speaker @ 1m Z-Weighted) | Mono: 122 dB |
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| Continuous Power Handling (RMS into Nominal Impedance, Pink Noise with 6dB Crest Factor) | 120W |
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| Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS into 8Ω (Ohm), Music Signal | 45W – 180W |
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| Drive Unit Complement | - 1 × 9″ (178 mm) RDT III Bass Driver
- 1 × 4″ (102 mm) IDC II Mid-range Driver
- 1 × 1″ (25 mm) IDC II Tweeter
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| Cross Over Frequency | - LF/MF: 700 Hz
- MF/HF: 3.5 kHz
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| Bass Alignment | Sealed |
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| Mounting Depth | 177.5mm (663/64″) |
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| Cut-Out Hole Diameter | 248mm (93/4″) |
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| External Dimensions (Including Grille – H×W×D) | 278mm × 278mm × 161mm (1015/16″ × 1015/16″ × 65/16″) |
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| Weight | 5.7kg (12lb, 10oz) |
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| Pre-Construction Bracket | CL-B |
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| Cabinet Finish | Matte Black & Orange & Green |
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| Sold As | Single Unit |
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| Corner Switch | ON/OFF |
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| H/F Switch / MF Switch | − /0/ + |
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