{"product_id":"monitor-audio-creator-series-c3l-a-fixed-angle-in-ceiling-large-speaker","title":"Monitor Audio Creator Series C3L-A Fixed Angle In-Ceiling Large Speaker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMonitor Audio C3L-A In-Ceiling Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Tier 3 in-ceiling speaker with an angled IDC II driver array, 9-inch RDT III bass driver, 4-inch midrange, and 1-inch tweeter, designed to focus sound directly into the listening area for higher-performance architectural audio.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Monitor Audio C3L-A is one of the more specialised speakers in the Creator Series. The “A” stands for angle, and Monitor Audio says the fixed-angle IDC II array is there to direct midrange and high-frequency sound into the listening area for improved intelligibility and clarity. The driver array is set at 25 degrees, which gives the speaker a more deliberate, “spotlight” style presentation than a standard straight-down firing ceiling speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes the C3L-A especially useful in rooms where the listening position matters and a normal in-ceiling speaker would fire too much of its energy into the wrong part of the room. Monitor Audio explicitly calls it ideal as an in-ceiling LCR speaker where in-wall speakers are not possible, and also positions it as a discreet home theatre and multi-channel music solution with detail, clarity, and deep controlled bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAngled IDC II Driver Array\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFocused sound into the room rather than a general ceiling wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest story with the C3L-A is the angled IDC II assembly. Monitor Audio says it focuses midrange and high-frequency sound into the listening area for better intelligibility and clarity, and describes the effect as a spotlight into the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, that is what separates this speaker from a more generic architectural model. It is built for systems where you want a clearer listening window and more deliberate sound placement, especially in cinema rooms, media spaces, or seating-focused areas where conventional ceiling speakers can sound a bit vague.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProper Three-Way Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore serious driver architecture for higher-performance architectural sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe C3L-A is a three-way design using a 9-inch RDT III bass driver, a 4-inch IDC II midrange driver, and a 1-inch IDC II tweeter with UD Waveguide II. Monitor Audio describes it as a large Tier 3 model for installations where high-performance acoustics are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat driver layout matters because this is not just a ceiling speaker trying to cover a room with broad background fill. It is clearly aimed at projects where the speaker needs to sound more structured, more dynamic, and more precise, with a better sense of focus through the listening position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStrong Fit for Discreet Cinema and LCR Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA clever solution when in-wall speakers are not practical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor Audio specifically says the 25-degree angled array makes the C3L-A ideal as an in-ceiling LCR speaker where in-wall speakers are not possible. It also describes it as ideal for discreet home theatre and multi-channel music systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives the C3L-A a very clear role. It is a strong option when the room or build brief rules out visible wall speakers, but the customer still wants a more deliberate front-stage result than a conventional ceiling speaker would normally deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuik-Link and Tri-Grip II for Easier Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSerious performance, but still designed to be practical on site\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor Audio says the C3L-A uses its Quik-Link speaker cable connector to improve installation speed and its Tri-Grip II system for quick, simple, reliable, and strong fitment. The cut-out is 248mm and mounting depth is 157mm, with the CL-B listed as the matching pre-construction bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat matters because a speaker at this level still needs to be workable for installers. The C3L-A is clearly aimed at higher-spec custom-install jobs, but it is still built around efficient fitting and proper accessory support.\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\u003eC3L-A\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 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSystem Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e3-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\u003eFrequency Response, Installed (-6dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e45Hz – 35kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e6 ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMinimum Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e4.6 ohm @ 2kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity, Installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e89dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMaximum Peak SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e119dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eContinuous Power Handling (RMS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e150W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e60 – 225W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBass Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1 x 9-inch (229mm) RDT III bass driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMidrange Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1 x 4-inch (102mm) IDC II midrange driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eTweeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1 x 1-inch (25mm) IDC II tweeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequencies\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eLF\/MF: 700Hz, MF\/HF: 3kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMounting Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e157mm\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 161mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e5.6kg 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; Green\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\u003eMF 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 3 architectural speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e3-way system format\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFixed-angle IDC II driver array\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned for high-performance architectural audio\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) RDT III bass driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x 4-inch (102mm) IDC II midrange driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x 1-inch (25mm) IDC II tweeter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUD Waveguide II integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAngled Array Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIDC II array fixed at 25 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFocuses midrange and high-frequency sound into the listening area\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eImproves intelligibility and clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSuitable for spotlighted listening zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIdeal as an in-ceiling LCR speaker where in-wall speakers are not possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency response, installed (-6dB): 45Hz – 35kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNominal impedance: 6 ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMinimum impedance: 4.6 ohm at 2kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity, installed: 89dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaximum peak SPL: 119dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContinuous power handling: 150W RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended amplifier power: 60 – 225W\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCrossover frequencies:\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eLF\/MF: 700Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMF\/HF: 3kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \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: 157mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCut-out hole diameter: 248mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExternal dimensions including grille: 278 x 278 x 161mm\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    \u003cli\u003eMF 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; Green cabinet finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSupplied with white CL-Round grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional square grille can be used with this model\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional black grilles are available across the Creator Series in round and square designs\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-D 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: 5.6kg 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 C3L-A makes a lot of sense when the brief is not just discreet ceiling audio, but directed, deliberate sound into a listening position. That is the whole point of the angled IDC II array. It gives you a much more purposeful result than a standard straight-down firing ceiling speaker, especially in cinema rooms or media spaces where focus and intelligibility matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we like here is that it feels like a proper problem-solver. If in-wall speakers are off the table but the room still needs a serious front-stage or high-performance ceiling solution, the C3L-A is one of the smarter ways to get there. The three-way design, 25-degree angle, larger driver array, and tuning switches all point to a speaker that is meant for premium custom-install work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new. 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