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.
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
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 Definitives 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 Definitives 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 Definitives 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 Definitives 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.