DEFINITIVE TECHNOLOGY CS-8040HD CENTER LOUDSPEAKER 20-200W 8Ω

Optimum surround sound home theater reproduction places heavy demands on the center channel speaker, which in many respects is the main speaker in the system and often handles 50% or more of the program material. Itʼs no place to compromise and settle for second best. All Definitive CS series center channel models are designed with the same rigid standards and high performance goals as main left and right front speakers and feature wide frequency response and extended dynamic range with extraordinary detail and articulation.

Bass Radiator Technology Makes a Dramatic Audible Difference
Most audio experts agree that the ideal surround speaker system would have 5 identical truly full range speakers at every position. But most rooms and setups canʼt accommodate 5 identical large speakers. So we engineered the next best thing – a center speaker with robust bass response that fits on a shelf.

The CS-8040HDʼs bass radiator gives you full, rich center channel sound
The CS-8040HD features two patented high-definition Balanced Double Surround System (BDSS) 4-1/2 inch drivers that are pressure-coupled to a 5 x 10 inch racetrack-shaped planar Low-Bass Radiator. The result is bass extension unheard of in a center speaker of this size and price. With the CS-8040HD you will fully realize the performance potential of the center channel program material as the movie director intended it to be heard.

Its upward-firing bass radiator requires only 1" (25mm) of clearance, so it works perfectly whether you mount it in free-air or put it in a cabinet.

Dimensions :5-3/4" H x 21-1/8" W x 12" D | 14.5cm H x 53.7cm W x 30.4cm D
Driver complement :2 each 4-1/2" BDSS bass/midrange driverscoupled to 1 each 5" x 10" bass radiator, 1 each 1" aluminum dome tweeter
Frequency response :40Hz - 30kHz
Sensitivity :92 dB
Nominal Impedance :8 Ohms
Recommended amplifier power :20 - 200 Watts
AV receiver crossover setting :Small, 80Hz
Inputs :1 pair 5-way binding posts
Product weight :20 lbs. | 9kg
 

Tweeter 1¨Dynamic Balance Ring Radiator x1
Mid/Woofer 5 ¼ ¨ Dynamic Balance x2
Frequency Response 40Hz - 27kHz
Nominal Impedance 4 Ohms
Rec. Amplifier Power 20-200 W/Channel
Sensitivity 88dB
Dimensions (cm) 17.78x 55.24 x 22.86

Driver Complements
Mid/Woofer     2 - 3 1/4" Diameter (8.26cm)
Dynamic Balance composite cone driver
Midrange    
Tweeter     1 - 3/4" Diameter (1.91cm)
silk dome
Electrical
Overall Frequency Response     90Hz-24kHz
Lower -3dB Limit     125Hz dB
Upper -3dB Limit     20kHz dB
Nominal Impedance     8 ohms
Recommended Amplifier Power     10-125 w/channel
Efficiency     91 dB
Inputs     Gold-plated 5-way binding posts
Dimensions
Cabinet Size     4 1/4" H x 16 11/16" W x 3 13/16" D
(10.79cm H x 42.39cm W x 9.68cm D)
Mounting Options     keyhole slot; .25 x 20 threaded insert
Enclosure Type     Non-resonant curved enclosure with time-alinged driver geometry and PowerPort bass venting
Shipping/Other
Product Weight     4.50 lbs. (2.04kgs)
Shipping unit:     each
Total Shipping Weight     5.50 lbs. (2.49kgs)
Speaker Warranty     5 years parts and labor (original purchaser)

HF unit
25mm neodymium tweeter with high dispersion diaphragm. Ferro fluid cooled and damped. Magnetically shielded.

MF unit
150mm mid range driver with 32mm coil, die-cast chassis, high-power, long-throw magnet system and light weight alloy cone. Magnetically shielded. 

LF unit 
150mm bass driver with 32mm coil, die-cast chassis, high-power, long-throw magnet system and light weight alloy cone. Magnetically shielded.

Power Handling  150W max

Frequency response +/-6db 55Hz to 23kHz

Sensitivity 90 db/W

Impedance 8 ohms

Cabinet Real wood veneered. 15mm MDF wrap with 30mm MDF front baffle. High power, low turbulence, front firing bass reflex ports.

Terminals Gold-plated 2-way binding posts.

Weight
(excl. packaging) 8kg

Dimensions
Width 530mm
Height 170mm
Depth 196 mm

The perfect complement to a full SX-series surround sound speaker set, the Cambridge Audio SX70 is the natural choice.

CRISP AND CLEAR SOUND FOR ARTICULATE VOCALS

Featuring a silk dome tweeter, the Cambridge Audio SX70 offers a smooth response that\'s essential for clear, accurate dialogue. Even during intense scenes in action movies, the dialogue can still clearly be heard.

TWIN WOOFERS FOR BROAD STAGING

Using two woofers, placed either side of the tweeter, gives the SX70 a wide soundstage, meaning that it connects up with your front speakers seamlessly. Now, when a jet aircraft rushes across the screen, the sound will follow from left to centre to right without a break.

TOP QUALITY CONSTRUCTION FOR LASTING APPEAL

Made from dense, MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) rather than flimsy chipboard, the SX70s are built to last. That solid construction also has a knock-on effect in helping to improve the sound quality through higher cabinet rigidity. Other neat design features that we love include the recessed drive units with hidden fixing bolts, making sure the front the panel looks every bit as smooth as the sound.

PART OF THE SX-SERIES AND SO IDEAL FOR SURROUND SOUND SYSTEMS

With floorstanding and standmount sound speakers available, the Cambridge Audio SX70 is ideal as part of a surround sound speaker system. With a similar sonic balance to the other SX-series speakers you get a smooth, uniform sound right the way around your room for a totally enveloping sound.

Frequency Response

60Hz - 35KHz

Sensitivity

86dB

Nominal  Impedance

6 Ohms

Power Handling Single (RMS)

100 Watts

System Power Handling (RMS)

150 Watts

Recommended Amplifier Requirements

40-150 Watts

Maximum SPL (dBA)

106

Bass Alignment

Bass reflex - Rear ported

Driver complement

2 x 4” (100mm) C-CAM® cone bass/mid driver
1 x 1” (25mm) C-CAM gold dome tweeter

Cabinet Dimensions (H x W x D)

125 x 330 x 140mm
(415/16 x 13 x 51/2 Inches)

Cabinet Dimensions (H x W x D)(Inc Grille & Terminals)

125 x 330 x 164mm
(415/16 x 13 x 67/16 Inches)

Weight

3.6kg (7lb 14oz)