{"product_id":"monitor-audio-creator-series-c2l-in-ceiling-large-speaker","title":"Monitor Audio Creator Series C2L In-Ceiling Large Speaker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMonitor Audio C2L In-Ceiling Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Tier 2 in-ceiling speaker with a 9-inch RST II bass driver, 1.25-inch C-CAM tweeter, and a design aimed at installations where strong architectural sound quality is a priority.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Monitor Audio C2L sits in the Creator Series Tier 2 range and is built for projects where the ceiling speaker needs to do more than basic background fill. Monitor Audio describes it as a large two-way in-ceiling loudspeaker designed to deliver pristine, engaging acoustics where high-performance sound is a key requirement, using a 9-inch RST II mid-bass driver and a 1.25-inch C-CAM tweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat puts the C2L in a strong position for larger living spaces, open-plan rooms, media areas, and higher-spec multi-room projects where a bigger in-ceiling speaker makes sense. It is also built to keep installation straightforward, with Monitor Audio’s Quik-Link speaker cable connector and Tri-Grip II fixing system both called out as part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLarge Driver, Proper High-Fidelity Intent\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA bigger in-ceiling speaker for rooms where sound quality matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe C2L uses a 9-inch RST II mid-bass driver and a 1.25-inch C-CAM tweeter in a two-way design. Monitor Audio says the benefit of this arrangement is greatly improved clarity, wider dispersion into the listening environment, and clear, lifelike high-fidelity sound more in line with what you would expect from one of its passive box loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the right pitch for a speaker like this. A larger architectural model should not just be louder. It should sound more complete, more convincing, and more capable across a broader listening area, especially in rooms where smaller ceiling speakers can start to feel a bit limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTier 2 Performance Without Moving to a Sealed Back Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA cleaner step up in driver and crossover quality for open-ceiling installations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the more basic Creator Series models, the C2L moves into Tier 2 with the use of the RST II driver and a stronger overall performance brief. Unlike the C2L-CP, this version is not a sealed Controlled Performance model, so it makes more sense in projects where the ceiling cavity is suitable and the brief is focused on acoustic quality without the extra depth and isolation of a back box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives it a useful role in the range. It is a serious in-ceiling speaker for customers who want better sound and bigger scale, but do not necessarily need the more controlled enclosure approach of the CP variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuik-Link and Tri-Grip II for Easier Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFaster fitting and secure mounting for real custom-install work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor Audio highlights the Quik-Link speaker cable connector and Tri-Grip II system as key installation features. The idea is simple: quicker cable connection, easier fitting, and a stronger, more reliable install once the speaker is in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat matters on real jobs. A speaker at this level still needs to be practical for installers, not just impressive on paper. The C2L looks designed to keep the process efficient while still delivering the performance upgrade buyers are actually paying for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCreator Series Grille and Accessory Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite as standard, with black and square alternatives available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor Audio says all Creator Series in-ceiling speakers come with white grilles as standard, while optional black grilles are available in round and square designs for darker décor. The C2L page also lists the CL-B pre-construction bracket, CL Mount Box, CML-BOX, CL-Square Grilles, and CL-Round Grilles as related accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives the C2L a bit more flexibility in design-led projects, where the finish and visual impact of the grille can matter just as much as the install hardware behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMonitor Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eC2L\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eIn-Ceiling Speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCreator Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eTier\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eTier 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSystem Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e2-Way\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eChannels\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eTweeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1 x 1.25-inch (32mm) C-CAM tweeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMid-Bass Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1 x 9-inch (229mm) RST II bass driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response, Installed (-6dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e30Hz – 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e8 ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMinimum Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e6.4 ohm @ 15kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity, Installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e88dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMaximum Peak SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e117dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eContinuous Power Handling (RMS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e120W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e60 – 240W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eLF\/HF: 2kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMounting Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e99mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCut-Out Hole Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e248mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eExternal Dimensions (Including Grille)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e278 x 278 x 103mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e2.5kg each\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePre-Construction Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCL-B\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCabinet Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMatte Black \u0026amp; Orange \u0026amp; Bronze\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCorner Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOn \/ Off\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eHF Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e- \/ 0 \/ +\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSold As\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSingle Unit with CL-Round Grille (white)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eLifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor those who like to drag out all the useful bits\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView full technical specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCore Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIn-ceiling speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCreator Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTier 2 architectural speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2-way system format\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned for installations where pristine acoustic performance is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDriver Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x 9-inch (229mm) RST II bass driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x 1.25-inch (32mm) C-CAM tweeter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUD Waveguide integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency response, installed (-6dB): 30Hz – 25kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNominal impedance: 8 ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMinimum impedance: 6.4 ohm at 15kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity, installed: 88dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaximum peak SPL: 117dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContinuous power handling: 120W RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended amplifier power: 60 – 240W\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCrossover frequency: LF\/HF: 2kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eQuik-Link speaker cable connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTri-Grip II fixing system\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMounting depth: 99mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCut-out hole diameter: 248mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExternal dimensions including grille: 278 x 278 x 103mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePre-construction bracket: CL-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTuning and Adjustment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCorner switch: On \/ Off\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHF switch: - \/ 0 \/ +\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFinish and Grilles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMatte Black \u0026amp; Orange \u0026amp; Bronze cabinet finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSupplied with white CL-Round grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional black grilles available in round and square designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional square grilles available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAccessories Listed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCL-B Pre-Construction Bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCL Mount Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCML-BOX\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCL-Square Grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCL-Round Grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWeight and Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.5kg each\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSold as a single unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Audio Experts Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe C2L makes a lot of sense when the brief is a larger in-ceiling speaker with a more serious performance target, but without necessarily stepping into a sealed back-box solution. It gives you a lot more driver area and a stronger acoustic platform than the smaller end of the category, which is exactly what larger rooms and more ambitious multi-room installs tend to need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we like here is that it feels like a genuine step up rather than just a bigger hole in the ceiling. The 9-inch RST II driver, proper two-way design, Quik-Link fitting, tuning switches, and lifetime warranty all point to a speaker that is meant for proper architectural audio work. For the right room, it is a strong option when you want ceiling audio to sound deliberate, open, and properly resolved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new. 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