SoundTube CM500I 5.25" In-Ceiling Speaker with BroadBeam, 75W RMS, Black, Single

SKU: SOCM500IBK MFR: CM500I-BK
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Key Features

  • Experience exceptional audio with this SoundTube in-ceiling speaker for home theaters.
  • Enjoy wide sound dispersion with BroadBeam technology, perfect for immersive soundscapes.
  • This 5.25" in-ceiling speaker delivers powerful, clear audio with 75W RMS for home use.
  • Easily install this black speaker with included tile bridge and Euroblock connector.
  • Customize your sound with selectable taps for 25V, 70.7V, and 100V audio systems.
  • This speaker's ported design enhances bass, providing a full, rich sound for your home.
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SoundTube CM500I Specifications

  • System Type

    5.25" coaxial, in-ceiling, ported (33-watt transformer for 25/70.7/100-volt or transformer bypass)

  • Impedance

    8 Ohms (nominal)

  • Sensitivity

    86.5dB At 2.83V/1m: 86.5dB At 1W/1m

  • Frequency Response

    75Hz-22kHz (-3dB)
    55Hz - 22kHz (-10dB)

  • Max. Program Power

    150W

  • Max. Continuous Power RMS

    75W

  • Max. Power SPL

    At 1m: 105.5dB

  • Coverage Angle

    95 deg. (-6dB at 2 kHz)
    125 deg. (-6dB at 10 kHz)
    105 deg. (averaged from 2 to 10 kHz)

  • Directivity Factor (Q)

    4.8 (averaged 100 Hz - 10 kHz); 9.5 (2 kHz)

  • Directivity Index (DI)

    6.1dB (averaged 100 Hz - 10 kHz); 9.8dB (2 kHz)

  • Tap Selector

    Six-position tap switch with transformer bypass position

  • Transducer

    Low-Frequency Driver: 133mm (5.25") Polypropylene cone, butyl rubber surround
    High-Frequency Driver: 25mm (1") Convex titanium tweeter with waveguide

  • Low Frequency Voice Coil

    25.4mm (1.0")

  • Crossover Frequency

    3.0 kHz

  • Network Type

    Low Pass: 12dB per octave, 2nd order
    High Pass: 12dB per octave, 2nd order

  • Enclosure Alignment

    Ported

  • Enclosure Material

    Drawn aluminum backcan with ABS baffle

  • Motor-board

    Cast aluminum

  • Grille

    Steel with powder-coat finish

  • Inputs

    4x Pin, 5.08mm Euroblock for individual or daisy chain connection

  • Min / Max Ceiling Thickness

    6.4mm (0.25") / 48.5mm (1.91")

  • Regulatory

    UL 1480 (UEAY) and 2043 Approved; CE Approved

  • RoHS

    Approved

  • Dimensions (Dia.xH)

    Backcan: 219.2 x 196.9mm (8.63 x 7.75")
    Visible: 272.0 x 24.4mm (10.71 x 0.96")

  • Weight

    3.4kg (7.5 lbs)

  • UPC Code

    752830451384

About SoundTube CM500I

It's time to elevate your audio experience with the CM500i 5.25" In-Ceiling Speaker from Soundtube. This high-quality, two-way, blind-mount speaker is designed to seamlessly blend into your ceiling, providing a stylish and efficient audio solution.

Engineered to deliver powerful low-end response as low as 55 Hz, this speaker ensures that you never miss a beat. Its optimal off-axis performance, ranging from 2 to 10 kHz, has been independently verified, guaranteeing you a reliable and consistent sound experience.

One of the standout features of the CM500i is SoundTube's proprietary BroadBeam waveguide tweeter system. This advanced technology ensures consistent high-performance audio across the operating bandwidth, enhancing your listening experience.

The CM500i speaker is not just about performance, it's also about style and convenience. The sleek black design incorporates a low-profile grille and proprietary motor-board, making it a perfect match for any modern home decor. The speaker also includes a six-position tap switch with a transformer bypass position for easy customization of your audio settings.

Installation is a breeze with the included mounting hardware featuring a fast and secure constant-tension, fixed-wing mounting system. This durable in-ceiling speaker is designed for background to mid-level SPL applications, making it an ideal choice for a variety of settings. Whether you're setting up a sound system in a courthouse, school, retail store, restaurant, hotel, casino, museum, conference room, or church, the CM500i delivers exceptional sound quality.

For those seeking additional bass, pair the CM500i with SoundTube's CM1001d-T 10" subwoofer for low-end response down to 41 Hz. Experience the difference in sound quality with the CM500i 5.25" In-Ceiling Speaker.

SoundTube CM500I Features

  • Patented BroadBeam waveguide technology delivers a consistent dispersion pattern for maximum intelligibility and edge-to-edge coverage (2 to 10 kHz, independently verified)
  • One 5.25" (133mm) polypropylene woofer and one 1" (25mm) convex titanium tweeter with FerroFluid cooling mounted to a proprietary cast-aluminum baffle and heat sink
  • Rapid-installation, blind-mount, fixedwing mounting mechanism with constant-tension design affixing to ceiling thicknesses ranging from 0.25" (6.4mm) to 1.91" (48.5mm)
  • Easy-access six-position selectable tap switch for 25-, 70.7- and 100-volt applications with transformer bypass position
  • Separate tool-free magnetic grille and bezel assembly with integrated safety cable for ease of install and in-field painting
  • Steel grille with protective powder-coated finish for lasting durability
  • Average sensitivity of 86.5dB offers high output capabilities and reduced amplification costs
  • High-Quality black painted finish

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 60 months.

Key Features

  • Experience exceptional audio with this SoundTube in-ceiling speaker for home theaters.
  • Enjoy wide sound dispersion with BroadBeam technology, perfect for immersive soundscapes.
  • This 5.25" in-ceiling speaker delivers powerful, clear audio with 75W RMS for home use.
  • Easily install this black speaker with included tile bridge and Euroblock connector.
  • Customize your sound with selectable taps for 25V, 70.7V, and 100V audio systems.
  • This speaker's ported design enhances bass, providing a full, rich sound for your home.

What's in the box:

  • SoundTube CM500I 5.25 " In-Ceiling Speaker
  • Tile Bridge
  • Conduit Plate
  • Euroblock Connector and Installation Aid
  • selectable tap switch for 25-
  • 70.7- and 100-volt applications with transformer bypass position
  • SoundTube 5 Year Limited Warranty