Monitor Audio C1L Ceiling Speaker

£350.00

The Monitor Audio C1L is a high-performance in-ceiling speaker from the Creator Series, designed for both residential and commercial applications. This large, two-way speaker features a 9" C-CAM mid-bass driver and a 1.25" C-CAM tweeter with a UD Waveguide, ensuring detailed and expansive sound. The C1L delivers a frequency response from 30 Hz to 25 kHz, a sensitivity of 88 dB, and handles up to 75W RMS power, peaking at 150W. It includes the Quik-Link connector and Tri-Grip II system for easy and secure installation. The speaker supports round and optional square grilles, offering aesthetic flexibility.

Technical Specifications

Frequency Response: 30Hz - 25kHz
Impedance: 8 ohms
Sensitivity: 88 dB (1W@1M)
Power Handling: 40 - 150 watts

Drivers: 9-inch C-CAM mid-bass driver and 1.25-inch C-CAM tweeter

Overall Dimensions (with grille): 278 mm x 103 mm
Cut-Out Dimensions: Diameter 248 mm
Mounting Depth: 99 mm
Weight: 2.5 kg

Monitor Audio Lifetime Warranty

Design and Aesthetic Flexibility

The C1L is designed to integrate seamlessly into any interior environment, providing a high-quality audio solution without compromising aesthetics.

Low-Profile, Paintable Grilles: The speaker comes with a low-profile grille that can be painted to match the ceiling, allowing it to blend in unobtrusively. This is an important feature for installations in high-end residential spaces or stylish commercial environments where maintaining the visual integrity of the space is crucial.

Optional Grille Shapes: In addition to the standard round grilles, the C1L offers optional square grilles. This flexibility allows installers and homeowners to choose the shape that best fits their interior design, further enhancing the speaker's ability to blend seamlessly into the environment.

Advanced C-CAM Drivers

The C1L features Monitor Audio's proprietary C-CAM (Ceramic-Coated Aluminum/Magnesium) drivers, known for their lightweight and rigid properties. These materials are crucial for reducing distortion and ensuring high-fidelity sound reproduction.

9" C-CAM Mid-Bass Driver: This large driver is designed to deliver deep, controlled bass and clear midrange frequencies. The use of C-CAM material allows for precise cone movement, which minimises distortion and enhances the clarity of audio, even at high volumes.

The size of the driver also ensures robust low-end performance, making it suitable for reproducing music and movie soundtracks with accuracy and power.

1.25" C-CAM Tweeter with UD Waveguide: The tweeter is paired with a Uniform Dispersion (UD) Waveguide, which helps to evenly distribute high frequencies throughout the listening area. This design feature ensures that the sound remains consistent regardless of the listener's position in the room.

The tweeter's pivoting capability also allows for fine-tuning the direction of the sound, which is especially useful in optimising the listening experience in various room layouts.

Innovative Installation Features

The C1L is designed with ease of installation in mind, making it accessible for professional installers and DIY enthusiasts alike.

Quik-Link Connector: The Quik-Link connector system simplifies the speaker wiring process, reducing installation time and minimising the risk of connection errors. This feature is particularly beneficial in large installations or when multiple speakers are being set up simultaneously.

Tri-Grip II Mounting System: This advanced mounting system ensures a secure and stable installation. The Tri-Grip II system uses a three-point fixing mechanism that provides better contact with the mounting surface compared to traditional clamping methods. This results in reduced vibration and improved sound clarity.

The mounting system also allows for quick and easy installation, making it a practical choice for both new constructions and retrofit projects.

Exceptional Performance

The Monitor Audio C1L is designed to deliver high-performance audio, backed by a set of impressive technical specifications.

Frequency Response: With a frequency range of 30Hz to 25kHz, the C1L covers a wide spectrum, ensuring that both the low-end bass and high-frequency treble are reproduced with clarity and detail. This wide range makes the speaker suitable for both music and movie applications, where a full range of sound is essential.

Sensitivity: The speaker has a sensitivity of 88 dB, which means it can produce high sound levels without requiring excessive power from the amplifier. This efficiency makes the C1L compatible with a wide range of amplifiers and audio systems, providing flexibility in system design.

Power Handling: The C1L can handle up to 75W RMS (continuous power) and 150W peak power. This capability ensures that the speaker can deliver dynamic sound even at high volumes, making it suitable for larger rooms or areas where powerful sound output is needed.

Impedance: The nominal impedance of 8 ohms, with a minimum impedance of 6 ohms, ensures compatibility with most amplifiers. This makes it easier to integrate the C1L into existing audio systems or new installations.

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