Definitive Technology C/L/R 3000 120v Speaker (Single, Black)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16 x 25 x 8.3 inches ; 62 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 58 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B000TDCKCE
• Item model number: KBGA
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #50,682 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 1, 2008

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Power and Performance in a Center Channel Speaker

Definitive has always led the industry with the best-sounding shielded center channels available. Optimum surround sound home theater reproduction places heavy demands on the center channel speaker, which in many respects is the main speaker in the system and often handles 50% or more of the program material. It is no place to compromise and settle for second best. Because of this, Definitive pioneered the concept of full frequency range high-definition center-channel speakers.

All Definitive C/L/R-channel speakers feature non-resonant monocoque cabinets with Linkwitz-Riley crossover networks, pure aluminum dome tweeters and die-cast-basket bass/midrange drivers in D'Appolito arrays. All center channels and C/L/Rs have been voiced (timbre-matched) with the same sonic signature as all of Definitive's front main speakers.

Revolutionary Power C/L/Rs with Built-in Powered Subwoofers Make a Dramatic Audible Difference

The revolutionary C/L/R 3000 features powerful built-in powered subwoofers driven by Infinite Power Source Technology amplifiers. Their upward-firing long-throw woofers only require 1" of clearance, so they work perfectly whether you open-mount your center channel or put it in a cabinet. Remember: The purpose of putting a subwoofer in the center channel, beyond putting more bass energy into the room, is really to add full range bass and sub-bass capability to the center channel itself. The difference this makes is absolutely audible and very dramatic. This gives you a truly full dynamic range capable/full frequency range capable center channel, which allows you to set the center channel setting on your Dolby Digital decoder to large and fully realize the performance potential of the full range center channel program material as it was intended to be reproduced by the director.

The Versatility of Using Three Matched C/L/Rs Across the Front

Because of their superb full-range response and quality of reproduction, the C/L/Rs may be used as matching left main, center, and right speakers when installation requirements dictate this type of system. They may be placed either horizontally or vertically. In fact, the C/L/Rs were designed with this very much in mind and offer truly incredible dynamic range, high-definition clarity, extended linear response, three-dimensional pinpoint imaging and overall performance which is truly state-of-the-art for music and home theater reproduction. And a C/L/R based system using our powered C/L/Rs with built-in subwoofers either with or without a separate outboard subwoofer is absolutely stupendous and offers the absolute state-of-the-art performance for shelf, in cabinet, and custom built-in systems.

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Technical Specifications

• Dimensions: 25" W x 8-5/16" H x 16" D.
• Response: 19 – 30 kHz.
• Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
• Rec. amp: 20 – 400 watts.
• Built-in sub amp: 150 watts RMS.
• Efficiency: 91 dB
• Drivers:
• – One cast basket 10" sub with one 150-Watt RMS amplifier
• – Two cast basket 6-1/2" upper-bass/midrange drivers
• – One 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter
• Auto On/Off: Signal sensing.
• Finish: Piano-Gloss Black

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Choosing Definitive Technology Speakers for Your Home

Definitive Technology offers many quality speakers that are just right for your home. Which speaker, or set of speakers, you choose depends on how much you are willing to spend and which features you prioritize in a home theater environment. All of Definitive Technology's speakers are audiophile-engineered, designer-styled loudspeakers intended for musical reproduction and home theater systems of the highest quality. Thousands of man-hours of critical listening and engineering utilizing the most advanced computer loudspeaker development programs available--along with fundamental research at the world's most advanced loudspeaker research facility--have combined to create unmatched instruments for the reproduction of music or movies in your home.

	2500 Center Channel Speaker: The revolutionary C/L/R 2500 features powerful built-in powered subwoofers driven by Infinite Power Source Technology amplifiers. Its upward-firing long-throw woofer only requires 1" of clearance, so it works perfectly whether you open-mount your center channel or put it in a cabinet. Remember: The purpose of putting a subwoofer in the center channel, beyond putting more bass energy into the room, is really to add full range bass and sub-bass capability to the center channel itself. The difference this makes is absolutely audible and very dramatic. This gives you a truly full dynamic range capable/full frequency range capable center channel, which allows you to set the center channel setting on your Dolby Digital decoder to large and fully realize the performance potential of the full range center channel program material as it was intended to be reproduced by the director.
	3000 Center Channel Speaker: The revolutionary C/L/R 3000 features powerful built-in powered subwoofers driven by Infinite Power Source Technology amplifiers. Their upward-firing long-throw woofers only require 1" of clearance, so they work perfectly whether you open-mount your center channel or put it in a cabinet. Remember: The purpose of putting a subwoofer in the center channel, beyond putting more bass energy into the room, is really to add full range bass and sub-bass capability to the center channel itself. The difference this makes is absolutely audible and very dramatic. This gives you a truly full dynamic range capable/full frequency range capable center channel, which allows you to set the center channel setting on your Dolby Digital decoder to large and fully realize the performance potential of the full range center channel program material as it was intended to be reproduced by the director.
	BP2X Surround Speakers: Definitives's BP2X bipolar surround speakers are true bipolar systems containing two complete full-range speakers, one on each side of the cabinet. Bipolar technology is absolutely superior for surround speakers because it synergistically combines the performance advantages of direct radiating (imaging, focus, localization, and specificity) and dipolar speakers (spacious, sourceless, all-enveloping ambience) into one ideal system which is perfect for all discret 5.1 formats including Dolby Digital AC-3, DTS as well as the new Dolby EX and Dolby Pro-Logic. They are all full-range, extremely linear, low-distortion systems which are timbre-matched to blend perfectly with all our speakers as well as other high-quality speaker systems. The Definitive bipolar rear speakers all have tremendous dynamic range as well as true high-definition sound quality which, combined with their bipolar radiation pattern, results in total immersion in the sound field.
	BP7000SC Bipolar SuperTower: If you love great sound you must experience the magic of Definitive’s BP7000SC Bipolar SuperTowers. Their patented combination of bipolar midrange technology and built-in SuperCube subwoofers deliver unsurpassed sonic performance. Thousands of man-hours of critical listening and engineering utilizing the most advanced computer loudspeaker development programs available--along with fundamental research at the world's most advanced loudspeaker research facility--have combined to create unmatched instruments for the reproduction of music or movies in your home. This extraordinary speaker sets a new reference standard for ultra-dynamic high-accuracy loudspeakers and achieves equally superb performance with both music and movies. They will reproduce a silky smooth, incredibly detailed wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling sonic image with superb dimensionality at lifelike volume levels with a sense of ease which is truly remarkable. The elegant styling features beautiful sculptural refinements to Definitive’s signature look with a choice of classic piano-gloss black or a new piano-gloss golden cherry finish. Combine them with perfectly matched Definitive centers and surrounds for an extraordinary home theater system.
	BP7001SC Bipolar SuperTower: If you love great sound you must experience the magic of Definitive’s BP7001SC Bipolar SuperTowers. Their patented combination of bipolar midrange technology and built-in SuperCube subwoofers deliver unsurpassed sonic performance. Thousands of man-hours of critical listening and engineering utilizing the most advanced computer loudspeaker development programs available--along with fundamental research at the world's most advanced loudspeaker research facility--have combined to create unmatched instruments for the reproduction of music or movies in your home. This extraordinary speaker sets a new reference standard for ultra-dynamic high-accuracy loudspeakers and achieves equally superb performance with both music and movies. They will reproduce a silky smooth, incredibly detailed wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling sonic image with superb dimensionality at lifelike volume levels with a sense of ease which is truly remarkable. The elegant styling features beautiful sculptural refinements to Definitive’s signature look with a choice of classic piano-gloss black or a new piano-gloss golden cherry finish. Combine them with perfectly matched Definitive centers and surrounds for an extraordinary home theater system.

Product Description

Definitive has always led the industry with the best-sounding shielded center channels available. A perfect example is the C/L/R 3000 120v speaker. Optimum surround sound home theater reproduction places heavy demands on the center channel speaker, which in many respects is the main speaker in the system and often handles 50% or more of the program material. It is no place to compromise and settle for second best. Because of this, Definitive pioneered the concept of full frequency range high-definition center-channel speakers. Definitive's center channels and C/L/Rs are consistently rated as the best available, and have won numerous Audio Video Grand Prix Center Channel of the Year Awards each and every year. Definitive's current offerings are the best ever, all featuring wide frequency response and extended dynamic range with extraordinary detail and articulation. (The C/L/Rs are also superb as matching center, left and right channel speakers and can be positioned horizontally or vertically.) All feature non-resonant monocoque cabinets with Linkwitz-Riley crossover networks, pure aluminum dome tweeters and die-cast-basket bass/midrange drivers in D'Appolito arrays.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best center period!!!, April 8, 2009

By	the "golfmeister" (Las Vegas) - See all my reviews

You would not believe how HUGE this is until you see it in person. It's very heavy and NEVER hold it in the 2 side rails since it would slip.

The sound is just crystal clear and the base is just too much fun. I used a pre-out RCA from my receiver to the clr low and speaker wire to the mid and high. The RCA cable makes a BIG difference to the bass so be sure you do it if you can.

I watch 300 and Gladiator, the voice is just deep and crisp. You could almost feel the breathing and in the Passion of the christ movie, every crack and sound imaginable you can hear it. I set the base to about 60%

If you have a space this simply is the best center and best upgrade you can do. There is just too many sound coming out of the center.

This finally solve my issue with the weak center. I used to constantly adjust the volume since the dialogue it too weak or the LR is just too loud. Now every thing is in perfect harmony.

I'm using HK AVR 347, Klipsch SUB 12 and Mythos 1 for LR.

5.0 out of 5 stars CLR Perfect Center Channel Speaker, November 15, 2009

By	Chancezz "Chancezz" (Phoenix) - See all my reviews

I was investigating the Paradigm, Klipsch, Monitor Audio Gold and Martin Logans when I stumbled across this center channel. They are so articulate that they can even be used for your left and right channels. I didn't do that though. Across the front are two 7001SC towers with built in subs pushing 1500 watts each. Combine that with the center channel and space shuttles can really blast off in your theatre room. Decided to stay with one brand for timbre matching so I used the UIW75 in walls for side surround and the BPZA's in the rear ceiling for rear surrounds. Sounds amazing with movies AND music. I am a classical and jazz nut and the DefTechs give the Paradigm refs a good run for the money. I would recommend this center to everyone who loves good sound. Just make sure you feed it from a quality amp...and a BIG one.