
C3 loudspeaker
The C3 is the hornloaded line array module for the d&b C4 system. With a horizontal dispersion of 35° (above 900 Hz) and a 5° vertical HF dispersion per cabinet, the C3 is used to build vertical columns producing a curved coherent wavefront to provide sufficient mid and high frequencies in distant listening positions. It is totally compatible with C4 loudspeakers utilizing an identical cabinet shape and rigging accessories. The C3 cabinet is constructed from marine plywood and has an impact resistant paint finish, steel handles and MAN CF4 stud plate rigging points. There are fittings at the top and bottom for securing an optional transport lid, and mounted on the rear panel are ratchet strap guide plates, two hinge plates and four heavy duty wheels.
Amplifiers
The C3 is 2-way actively driven using both channels of the d&b D12 amplifier configured for the C3. More detailed information on specific loudspeaker setups with d&b amplifiers is available either in the relevant loudspeaker or amplifier manuals.
Applications
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| Stage monitor | |
| Subwoofer |
Data
| Components | 2 x 10" driver / 3 x 1.3" compression driver |
Max. sound pressure (1m, free field) with D12 |
144 dB SPL |
| Power handling capacity LF (RMS / peak 10 ms) | 500 / 2000 W |
| Power handling capacity HF (RMS / peak 10 ms) | 150 / 600 W |
| Frequency response (-5 dB standard) | 130 Hz - 16 kHz![]() |
| Frequency response (-5 dB LFC mode) | 80 Hz - 16 kHz![]() |
| Nominal dispersion angle (h x v) | 35° x (5°)![]() |
| Cabinets per D12 | 2![]() |
| Dimensions mm (H x W x D) | 580 x 580 x 620![]() |
| Weight kg | 71 |
| Dimensions inch (H x W x D) | 22.8 x 22.8 x 24.4![]() |
| Weight lb | 156 |
Application information is presented for guidance only. We reserve the right to make any necessary changes to the products and the published specification. As part of our ongoing product development program we try, where possible, to maintain the highest degree of product compatibility.
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recommended use |
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with subwoofer |
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SPL max peak test signal: pink noise with crest factor 4 |
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two cabinets |
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cylindrical wave segment |
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used in 2-Way Active mode only |
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dimensions without wheels |
Downloads
Documentation
| Title | Language | Date | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| C3 Manual 3.0 | English | 03.11.03 | 124 kB |
| d&b Transformer Flying System, User Manual | English | 20.03.00 | 897 kB |
| Declaration of Conformity Loudspeaker/Amplifiers (CE) | Int | 13.03.12 | 34 kB |
| The C-Series brochure | English | 15.05.12 | 3610 kB |
| TI-323 C4 System, specifications & configurations | English | 12.02.10 | 2335 kB |
Order form for printed documentation from d&b.
Accessories
Available PDF documents for the accessories can be found in the table below the images.
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| Z5040 MAN Flying stud |
E6534 1t Shortening chain |
E6510 2t Ratchet strap black 12m / 39.4ft. |
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| Z5110 Hinge |
E7908 Transport lid |
| Title | Language | Date | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| E6524 MAN Var Chain, Mounting instructions | English | 30.09.03 | 48 kB |
| Z5110 Hinge Set, Mounting instructions | English | 26.11.03 | 349 kB |
FAQs
Please find the specified FAQs here.


with D12







