Monitor Audio C280 Ceiling Speaker

Technical Specifications

Frequency Response: 50Hz – 30kHz
Sensitivity: 90 dB
Nominal Impedance: 6 ohms
Driver Complement: 8-inch C-CAM bass driver, 1-inch C-CAM gold dome tweeter
Power Handling: 50 – 120 watts
Dimensions: Diameter 285 mm x 121 mm
Cut-Out Diameter: 247 mm
Grille: Magnetic, paintable

Applications

Home Theater Systems: The Monitor Audio C280 is ideal for use in high-end home theater systems, where its powerful bass and detailed highs can enhance the cinematic experience. Its discreet in-ceiling design allows for a clean and unobtrusive installation, making it perfect for immersive, multi-channel audio setups.

Multi-Room Audio: The C280 is well-suited for multi-room audio systems, providing consistent, high-quality sound throughout the home. Its wide frequency response and pivoting tweeter ensure that it delivers great sound in any room, regardless of the installation location.

High-Fidelity Audio: Audiophiles looking for premium sound quality in a discreet package will appreciate the C280’s performance. Its advanced materials and design make it capable of delivering the detail and clarity typically associated with larger, more visible speakers.

8-Inch C-CAM Bass Driver

Advanced Driver Material: The C280 employs an 8-inch C-CAM bass driver, a technology that originated in Monitor Audio's premium speaker lines. C-CAM is known for its rigidity and light weight, which enables the driver to deliver deep, controlled bass with minimal distortion. This material ensures that the driver can handle demanding audio content while maintaining clarity and precision.

Powerful Low-Frequency Response: With the larger 8-inch driver, the C280 provides an enhanced bass response, making it ideal for delivering impactful low frequencies in both music and movies. This driver’s performance is especially noticeable in home theater environments, where it adds depth and realism to the audio experience.

1-Inch C-CAM Gold Dome Tweeter

High-Frequency Precision: The C280's 1-inch C-CAM gold dome tweeter offers exceptional high-frequency performance. The tweeter’s gold coating enhances its performance, allowing it to produce clear, detailed highs that complement the robust bass from the C-CAM driver. This results in a balanced sound profile that covers the entire audio spectrum.

Pivoting Tweeter Design: The tweeter is designed to pivot, allowing users to direct the high-frequency sound toward their preferred listening position. This adjustability ensures optimal sound dispersion, even if the speaker is installed in a non-ideal location within the room.

High-Quality Crossover Design

Optimised Signal Routing: The C280 features a carefully engineered crossover network that ensures seamless integration between the bass driver and the tweeter. This design optimises the signal routing, ensuring that each driver operates within its ideal frequency range. The result is a smooth, coherent soundstage with excellent imaging and depth.

Precision Audio Reproduction: The high-quality components used in the crossover network contribute to the speaker’s overall performance, delivering accurate and precise audio reproduction across all frequencies.

Tri-Grip Fixing System

Secure and Stable Installation: The C280 is equipped with Monitor Audio’s Tri-Grip fixing system, which provides a secure and stable mount in the ceiling. This system uses three self-aligning clamps that ensure a tight fit, preventing any movement or vibration that could affect sound quality.

Ease of Installation: The Tri-Grip system is designed for quick and easy installation, making the C280 a practical choice for both professional installers and DIY enthusiasts. The system also ensures that the speaker remains flush with the ceiling, maintaining a clean and unobtrusive appearance.

Magnetic Grille

Seamless Aesthetics: The C280 comes with a low-profile, paintable magnetic grille that blends seamlessly with the ceiling. The grille’s magnetic attachment allows for easy removal and reattachment, making it simple to access the speaker for adjustments or maintenance.

Customisable Appearance: The paintable grille enables users to match the speaker to their room’s decor, ensuring that the C280 can be integrated discreetly into any environment.

Wide Frequency Response and High Sensitivity

Comprehensive Sound Coverage: The combination of the C-CAM bass driver and tweeter allows the C280 to deliver a wide frequency response, covering the entire audio spectrum with precision. This ensures that every detail of the music or movie soundtrack is reproduced accurately, providing a full and immersive listening experience.

High Sensitivity: With a sensitivity rating of 90 dB, the C280 is capable of producing loud, clear sound even with moderate power input. This makes it suitable for use in larger rooms or spaces where higher sound levels are required.