MartinLogan - Motion XT C100 2.5-Way Center-Channel with Dual 6.5” Midbass Drivers (Each) - Gloss Black
MartinLogan - Motion XT C100 2.5-Way Center-Channel with Dual 6.5” Midbass Drivers (Each) - Gloss Black
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Gloss Black- Denon - AVR-X3800H (105W X 9) 9.4-Ch. with HEOS and Dolby Atmos 8K Ultra HD HDR Compatible AV Home Theater Receiver with Alexa - Black$1,799.00
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Specifications
- Speaker TypeCenter channelRMS Power150 watts
- Key Specs
- Speaker Type: Center channel
- RMS Power: 150 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- General
- Brand: MartinLogan
- Model Number: XTC100GB
- Product Name: Motion XT C100 2.5-Way Center-Channel with Dual 6.5” Midbass Drivers (Each)
- Color: Gloss Black
- Audio
- Speaker Type: Center channel
- Enclosure Type: Bass reflex
- RMS Power: 150 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Peak Power Handling: 300 watts (The maximum amount of power an electronic device, like a speaker, can handle without damage. This refers to short bursts of power, while root mean square (RMS) power handling indicates the amount of continuous power a device can sustain. Higher levels of distortion can also occur at peak power levels when the device is powered beyond its recommended usage.)
- Impedance: 4 ohms (Describes the resistance of an electric signal throughout the system. Devices with low impedance require less power to deliver optimal signals but are more at risk for damage from overloading. Higher impedance requires more power but is more protected from overload damage.)
- Minimum Frequency Response: 42 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Maximum Frequency Response: 25 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Sensitivity: 93 decibels
- Tweeter Type: Folded motion
- Midrange Type: Cone
- Woofer Type: Cone
- Number of Tweeters: 1
- Tweeter Size: 2.75 inches
- Number of Midranges: 2
- Midrange Size: 6.5 inches
- Number of Drivers: 3
- Connectivity
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- Audio Only Inputs: 1 x USB-B
- Network Connector(s): 1 x IR in and out
- Speaker Wire Connection Type: Binding posts
- Features
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 8 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 24 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 14.5 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 34 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- Other
- UPC: 810123025992
The 4th generation Motion XT Series ushers in a new era of design and aesthetics for MartinLogan. The three modern, yet timeless, colorways can compliment any room while being a focal point if so desired. Motion XT evokes a unique look and sound, pairing high-performance woofers with exclusive Folded Motion Tweeter technology, a staple of MartinLogan products. The Motion Waveguide enhances the Controlled Dispersion of the Gen2 Folded Motion XT Tweeter to a high precision 45°(Vertical) by 90°(Horizontal) to accommodate a wide range of seating while reducing performance robbing floor and ceiling reflections within the environment.
- The MartinLogan Sound: Regardless of the environment, MartinLogan speakers achieve high levels of articulation, detail, and realism. Utilizing exotic thin film technologies and Controlled Dispersion, MartinLogan provides unique and special listening experiences not commonly found in the industry.
- Gen2 Folded Motion XT Tweeters: The Gen2 Folded Motion XT Tweeter is the flagship variant of MartinLogan’s signature FMT technology. Elevating the signature FMT to new heights with a 40% increase in surface area, providing higher levels of detail and effortless sound.
- Motion Waveguide: Enhances the Controlled Dispersion of the Gen2 Folded Motion Tweeter, blanketing the listening area with incredible detail and precision. Avoids performance robbing room reflections and provides a more consistent sound across a wider seating area.
- Controlled Dispersion: Room acoustics are vital, as everything in the listening room has an impact on speaker performance. MartinLogan minimizes these harmful effects by focusing the sound into the listening area, increasing flexibility, clarity, and placement options, regardless of the room’s design.
- Kevlar-Nomex Midrange: Motion XT’s Kevlar-Nomex Midrange provides an ideal combination of lightweight, high strength, and anti-resonance for maximum fidelity. When paired with Motion XT’s Gen2 FMT XT, the vocal clarity, dialogue, and instrumental accuracy are unrivaled at any volume.
- McCracken-Vojtko Crossovers: The culmination of combining extensive anechoic, in-room measurements, and multiple blind listening tests with the low distortion philosophy of MartinLogan’s signature Vojtko Crossover. Through this process each speaker was refined to achieve peak performance.
- Enchanced Cabinet Bracing: If a speaker cabinet isn’t braced properly, it will vibrate or resonate, resulting in masked clarity and detail. This 4th generation Motion XT series features specially engineered bracing to maximize sound quality by minimizing unwanted vibrations and resonances.
- Secure Lock Grilles: Stealth mounting tabs securely hold the grilles in place allowing the listener to customize the appearance of each speaker. Creating a unique look; leaving the grilles on, off, or even rotating them to change the grain of the fabric providing maximum aesthetic control.
- Angeled Cabinet: When placed on a shelf or piece of furniture below ear level, the ‘flippable’ design of the center-channel enables the listener to aim the sound upwards towards the audience’s ears, improving dialogue clarity and immersion.
- Anti-Lobing Design: Typical center channel designs result in lobing, which negatively alters the tonality of the source material. The 2.5-Way crossover design minimizes these harmful effects culminating in clearer dialogue and higher accuracy.
Whats Included
- Speaker Grille
- Quick Start Guide
- Owner's Manual QR Code
- Rubber Bumpers
Product Manuals
Q: What is the maximum power handling of the speaker?
A: The peak power handling is 300 watts.
Q: What are the dimensions of the speaker?
A: The Motion XT C100 speaker has a width of 24 inches, a depth of 14.5 inches, and a height of 8 inches.
Q: What is the purpose of the dual 6.5” midbass drivers?
A: The dual 6.5” midbass drivers are designed for a Motion XT C100 2.5-Way Center-Channel speaker.
Q: What are the dementions of the Martin Logan Motion XT center channel 6.5?
A: Hello Steve. Thank you for your question and for your interest in our products. The dimensions for the Motion XT C100 are listed below: Product Height 8 inches Product Width 24 inches Product Depth 14.5 inches We hope this helps and please let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks again and we appreciate your support.
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Customers are saying
Customers appreciate the Motion XT C100 2.5-Way Center-Channel with Dual 6.5” Midbass Drivers (Each) for its sound quality. In fact, some consider it to be the best center-channel available.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing center speaker. It’s massive!
Excellent Quality. Spend the money on a center speaker, it makes a huge difference, it changes the whole dynamic of the movie. Stunning sound, I don’t know what else to say.
MrEe Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazingly clear and fantastic sounding center
I wish you could give 10 stars because that is how much I would give this Martin Logan center channel. I tend to typically be disappointed with center channels as they never seem to have enough oomph for the vocals. Most of the time I have turn up the volume on the center channel to get a good mix with all three front speakers. This was the first I did not have to do that. From the start I could easily and clearly hear all the dialogue from the movies I was watching. My favorite part was that at low volume or even high volume the speaker was always clear and full sounding. At low volumes you could hear everything and at high volume I never got distortion or clipping. This is truly an amazing sounding speaker, it is definitely pretty large and have a good amount of weight. They are beautifully designed and have a very premium look and feel. Everything I threw at the speaker sounded amazing I never once struggled understanding any dialogue and the presence it gives is pretty amazing it’s a pretty wide sound from this speaker and it really helps makes you feel like your in the middle of the movie you are watching. Highly highly recommend
masc360 Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A Center Speaker You Can Hear!
The all-new and redesigned Martin Logan XT C100 center speaker provides detailed, realistic, and precise vocals, along with clear dialogue in any film/music I have heard. Setup: The C100 is unique in which the user can either place the speaker one way or flip it upside down. The difference is, depending on the user, the option for sound is unparallel to other center speakers. The idea that I could flip the cabinet over to have sound hit my ears in my listening area without the use of risers is a plus. Since I have a lower shelf/cabinet, flipping the C100 over and directing the sound up was a no-brainer. Included were rubber feet you could stick to the bottom of the speaker (I chose to stick only two rubber feet to the front of the speaker to angle it even more). Additionally, there are four binding posts to bi-wire or bi-amp the C100; I chose to use only two binding posts while I connected it to my powered amplifier. Sound: I first tested 4K films that were heavy in dialogue and tone. One film in particular, Dune, features heavy use of dialogue throughout the film. With the improved Nomex Reinforced Kevlar Midrange, combined with the Gen2 Obsidian FMT XT, I could not believe how much clearer the dialogue was, as well as how accurate without distortion or clipping. More so, the Waveguide profile on the 1.25" x 2.4" tweeter provided excellent sound when I listened to (Dune) at higher volumes (-15 DB). Additionally, I was seated approximately ten feet from the C100 from my listening position, and I did not experience any loss of sound. No matter where I sat in my listening position, the vocals were clear and on point with the film(s) I watched. Lastly, the C100 features an elegant, modern design, and the cabinet is short enough to fit on any surface. The C100 is rated at 5 ohms, so the use of a dedicated power amplifier is ideal (though not required). I found that tone and clarity were unmatched compared to other center speakers I have owned. Overall, the C100, paired with the rest of the Martin Logan XT Motion series of speakers (I am pointing to the F100s or F200s), will deliver the best quality, full-sound rich with clarity and precise audio. Martin Logan has literally rejuvenated a Motion series that will make audiophiles and cinephiles happy.
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