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Monitor Audio - C3L - In-Ceiling Speaker
Monitor Audio - C3L - In-Ceiling Speaker
Monitor Audio - C3L - In-Ceiling Speaker
Monitor Audio - C3L - In-Ceiling Speaker

Monitor Audio

Monitor Audio - C3L - In-Ceiling Speaker

$1,299.00

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Overview

C3L

Brand
Monitor Audio
Category
In-Ceiling Speakers
SKU
MON-C3LXXX-IC-SPK-XXX

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Our thoughts

Premium-range driver technology in a ceiling format, with a connector designed to shorten the install, makes this a considered choice for owners who want their speakers out of sight.

The three drivers, a 9-inch RDT III bass, 4-inch IDC II midrange and IDC II tweeter with UD Waveguide II, are crossed over at 700 Hz and 3.5 kHz, so each covers its own band. The patented Quik-Link connector is designed to speed wiring at the rear, which matters when the work is above head height. Tri-Grip II is intended to hold the unit firmly in the cut-out, and the rear corner, HF and MF switches tune the balance to the room.

Best suited to a dedicated listening room or home theatre where the speakers are planned into the ceiling from the outset. Talk through amplifier matching and whether the optional square grille suits your ceiling with our team, by phone or in the showroom.

The Audio Tailor team, Murarrie showroom

This Monitor Audio C3L 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. It has a cut out diameter of 248 mm and revolutionary patented Quik-Link speaker cable connector and Tri-Grip II for quick, simple, reliable and strong installation and fitting.

Monitor Audio C3L features

  • Ideal for installations where high-performance acoustics are desired
  • Three-way design
  • Mid-frequency ‘mid-pod array’
  • 1 x 1" (25 mm) IDC II tweeter with UD Waveguide II for lifelike sound
  • 1 x 9" (229 mm) RDT III bass driver
  • 1 x 4" (102 mm) 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

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 mid-range 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 this acoustic technology was developed. It has a cut out diameter of 248 mm and uses the patented Quik-Link speaker cable connector, which revolutionises the ease and speed of speaker installation. Tri-Grip has also been evolved for simple, reliable and strong fitment.

Optional square grille can be used with this model.

Specifications

Technical details

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System Format3–Way
Channels1
Frequency Response, Installed (-6dB)45 Hz – 35 kHz​
Nominal Impedance6 ohm
Minimum Impedance (20Hz to 20kHz)4.8 Ohm @ 2 kHz
Sensitivity (2.83Vrms@1m, Installed)89 dB
Maximum Peak SPL* (single speaker @ 1m Z-Weighted)119 dB
Continuous Power Handling (RMS into Nominal Impedance, Pink Noise with 6dB Crest Factor): 150 W
Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS into 8 OHM, Music Signal)60 – 225 W
Drive Unit Complement1 x 9" (229 mm) RDT III bass driver, 1 x 4" (102 mm) IDC II midrange driver, 1 x 1" (25 mm) IDC II tweeter
Crossover FrequencyLF/MF: 700 Hz, MF/HF: 3.5 kHz
Mounting Depth157 mm (63/16")
Cut-Out Hole Diameter248 mm (93/4")
External Dimensions (Including Grille (H x W x D))278 x 278 x 161​ mm (1015/16 x 1015/16 x 65/16")
Weight (each)5 kg (11 lb)
Pre-Construction BracketCL-B
Cabinet FinishMatt black & Orange​ & Green
Sold AsSingle Unit
Corner SwitchOn/Off
HF Switch- /0/ +
MF Switch- /0/ +

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