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Description
With coaxial two-way drivers, the 60-watt Bose DesignMax DM5C loudspeaker offers rich lows and clear, intelligible highs — along with premium aesthetics that complement any commercial sound installation. The DM5C features a two-way 5.25-inch woofer and 1-inch coaxial tweeter mounted within the Dispersion Alignment system, delivering a frequency range of 65 Hz – 20 kHz.
Features
- Low-Frequency: 1 × 5.25 in (133 mm) woofer
- High-Frequency: 1 × 1 in (25 mm) neodymium dome tweeter, coaxially mounted
- Power Handling, long-term continuous: 60 W
- Frequency Range (-10 dB): 65 Hz – 20,000 Hz
- Coverage, Horizontal: 130° conical
- Deliver rich lows and clear, intelligible highs with coaxial two-way drivers — no DSP or EQ required. For even better sound, use select Bose DSPs and amplifiers to enable Bose loudspeaker EQ and SmartBass processing, which expands performance and response at any listening level
- Reduce installation time with the patented QuickHold mounting system, which also reduces strain, hassle, and the chance of product damage
Why We Like This
The mounting system is a practical advantage when several speakers need to go into a ceiling on the same installation.
FAQs
Q: What amplifier connection does it require?
A: The nominal impedance is 8 Ω (transformer bypass). Transformer settings: Transformer Taps, 100V: 6, 12, 25, 50 W, bypass; Transformer Taps, 70V: 3 W, 6 W, 12 W, 25 W, 50 W, bypass.
Q: What ceiling opening is needed?
A: The specified cutout is 9.8 in (250 mm).
Q: Where can this speaker be installed?
A: Indoor only.
Based in Chicago, IL, Gear Club Direct supports musicians, integrators, and creators every day with reliable gear and expert service.
Tech Specs
Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m: |
105 dB |
Ceiling Cutout: |
9.8 in (250 mm) |
Color: |
White |
Coverage, Horizontal: |
130° conical |
Coverage, Vertical: |
130° conical |
Crossover: |
1.8 kHz, passive 2-way crossover |
Driver Protection: |
Recommended high-pass protection 65 Hz with recommended 24 dB/octave filter |
Enclosure Material: |
Engineered-plastics front baffle with integrated steel-formed back can |
Environmental: |
Indoor only |
Frequency Range (-10 dB): |
65 Hz – 20,000 Hz |
Grille: |
Magnetically attached perforated steel, powder-coated finish, paintable, with safety tether |
High-Frequency: |
1 × 1 in (25 mm) neodymium dome tweeter, coaxially mounted |
Included Items: |
(1) cutout template; (2) DesignMax DM5C loudspeakers; (2) tile bridges; (1) installation guide; (2) white grilles |
Low-Frequency: |
1 × 5.25 in (133 mm) woofer |
Model: |
DesignMax DM5C White |
Nominal Impedance: |
8 Ω (transformer bypass) |
Power Handling, Peak: |
240 W |
Power Handling, long-term continuous: |
60 W |
Product Type: |
In-ceiling loudspeaker |
Recommended Signal Processing: |
Not required, Bose EQ voicing and SmartBass processing available |
Sensitivity (SPL/1 W at 1 m): |
87 dB |
Suspension/Mounting: |
(3) QuickHold spring-loaded mounting arms, (3) safety cable attachment points |
Transformer Taps, 100V: |
6, 12, 25, 50 W, bypass |
Transformer Taps, 70V: |
3 W, 6 W, 12 W, 25 W, 50 W, bypass |
Unit of Sale: |
Pair |
Delivery & Returns
At Gear Club Direct, we want you to be happy with your purchase. We understand that there are times when once a product is received, it may not be what you needed or wanted after all. So, we will gladly accept your qualifying return within 15 days of the delivery date. After 15 days of the delivery date, all sales are final.
The Return Process
Customers are required to obtain a Pre-Authorization to return any product. To submit a request for a return, simply log in to your account and request a return and one of our sales representatives will contact you within 24-48 business hours. If you do not have an account with us, please open a help ticket, providing as much detail as possible and whether you are requesting a refund or an exchange. READ MORE
