Monitor Audio C280 IDC Ceiling Speaker

Technical Specifications

Frequency Response: 50Hz – 30kHz
Sensitivity: 90 dB
Nominal Impedance: 6 ohms
Driver Complement: 8-inch C-CAM bass driver, 4-inch IDC midrange driver, 1-inch C-CAM gold dome tweeter
Power Handling: 30 – 120 watts
Dimensions: Diameter 285 mm x 156 mm
Cut-Out Diameter: 247 mm
Grille: Magnetic, paintable

Applications

Home Theater Systems: The C280-IDC is an excellent choice for in-ceiling speakers in home theater setups. Its wide frequency response, precise sound dispersion, and powerful bass make it ideal for delivering immersive surround sound, enhancing the cinematic experience without the visual clutter of traditional speakers.

Multi-Room Audio: For those looking to create a seamless audio experience throughout their home, the C280-IDC can be integrated into a multi-room audio system. Its discreet design and high-quality sound make it perfect for any room, from living spaces to bedrooms and kitchens.

High-Fidelity Audio Installations: Audiophiles seeking high-quality sound without the visual intrusion of traditional speakers will appreciate the C280-IDC. Its advanced technologies ensure that it delivers the detailed, accurate sound typically associated with high-end speakers, all while remaining hidden in the ceiling.

Inverted Dual Concentric (IDC) Driver Module

Innovative Design: The C280-IDC features an IDC module, which integrates a 4-inch midrange driver and a 1-inch gold dome tweeter into a single, concentric unit. This design improves phase alignment and coherence, resulting in a more precise and focused soundstage.

Wide Dispersion: The IDC module can pivot, allowing users to direct the sound towards their preferred listening area. This wide dispersion capability ensures uniform audio coverage across the room, making the C280-IDC perfect for spaces where the speaker placement might not be directly in line with the main listening position.

8-Inch C-CAM Bass Driver

Advanced Materials: The C280-IDC includes an 8-inch bass driver made from C-CAM. This material, renowned for its strength and lightweight properties, enables the driver to produce deep, controlled bass with minimal distortion.

Powerful Low-Frequency Response: The larger 8-inch driver ensures that the C280-IDC can deliver impactful low frequencies, making it ideal for both music and home theater applications. The bass is tight and well-defined, adding depth to the audio experience without overpowering the other frequencies.

1-Inch C-CAM Gold Dome Tweeter

High-Frequency Precision: The 1-inch gold dome tweeter is designed to reproduce high frequencies with exceptional clarity and detail. The tweeter’s C-CAM construction enhances its performance, ensuring that treble notes are sharp and accurate, which is crucial for conveying the intricacies of vocals and instruments.

Pivoting Capability: Like the midrange driver, the tweeter can also pivot, allowing for fine-tuning of the sound direction to match the acoustics of the room and the listener's position.

Rigid Surface Technology (RST)

Reduced Distortion: Monitor Audio's Rigid Surface Technology (RST) is applied to the bass driver cone to enhance its rigidity and reduce distortion. The dimpled surface of the RST cone helps maintain its shape under pressure, resulting in cleaner, more accurate sound reproduction, especially at higher volumes.

Enhanced Clarity: By minimising distortion, RST ensures that the speaker delivers a clear and detailed sound, allowing listeners to enjoy music and movies as they were meant to be heard, with every nuance and detail intact.

Tri-Grip Fixing System

Secure and Stable Installation: The Tri-Grip fixing system provides a robust and secure mounting solution for the C280-IDC. This system uses three self-aligning clamps that securely lock the speaker into place within the ceiling, preventing any movement or vibration that could negatively impact sound quality.

Ease of Installation: The Tri-Grip system is designed for quick and straightforward installation, making the C280-IDC accessible for both professional installers and DIY enthusiasts. This system also ensures that the speaker sits flush with the ceiling for a clean, unobtrusive look.

Magnetic Grille

Seamless Integration: The C280-IDC comes with a low-profile, paintable magnetic grille that allows it to blend seamlessly into the ceiling. This makes the speaker nearly invisible once installed, ensuring that it doesn't detract from the room's aesthetics.

Easy Maintenance: The magnetic grille can be easily removed and reattached, making it simple to access the speaker for any adjustments or cleaning, without the need for specialised tools.

Wide Frequency Response and High Sensitivity

Comprehensive Sound Coverage: The combination of the IDC module and the 8-inch bass driver allows the C280-IDC to cover an extensive frequency range, from deep bass to sparkling highs. This wide frequency response ensures that every element of the audio is reproduced accurately, providing a full and immersive listening experience.

High Sensitivity: With a sensitivity rating of 90 dB, the C280-IDC is capable of producing loud, clear sound with relatively low power input. This makes it suitable for a variety of settings, from small rooms to larger spaces, without the need for a high-powered amplifier.