MartinLogan ElectroMotion C2 Center Channel Speaker
Best center channel for home theater enthusiasts seeking crystal-clear dialogue.
Elevate your home theater with the MartinLogan ElectroMotion C2 Center Channel Speaker. Engineered for discreet integration into AV cabinets, it delivers authoritative center channel audio for crystal-clear dialogue and immersive sound. Featuring dual 5.25-inch woofers and the advanced Folded Motion XT tweeter, this speaker ensures seamless sound reproduction. Its high-precision crossover network and dense enclosure work together to provide effortless performance, enhancing your cinematic experience with detailed and dynamic audio.
$799.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2886
/ 7411
#2886 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
Tweeter Type
Folded Motion XT
/ Folded Motion XT
Who it's for
- Movie lovers needing crystal-clear dialogue and crisp vocal detail
- Large families with multiple seating positions in their home theater
- Home theater owners building a cohesive MartinLogan surround sound system
Who should skip it
- Apartment dwellers with limited shelf or cabinet space
- Budget-conscious buyers avoiding expensive external power amplifiers
- Purists seeking perfect sonic consistency with electrostatic main speakers
Performance breakdown
Dialogue Clarity
The Folded Motion XT tweeter renders speech with exceptional, lifelike precision.
Cabinet Integration
Wedge-shaped design fits perfectly into tight AV furniture without sacrificing performance.
Dynamic Range
Dual woofers provide punchy, authoritative impact during high-intensity cinematic sequences.
Sound Dispersion
Advanced tweeter technology ensures a wide, consistent sweet spot for listeners.
Build Quality
Dense, resonance-free enclosure construction minimizes distortion at higher volume levels.
System Efficiency
High sensitivity rating allows for effortless performance with most standard receivers.
Key Specs
Tweeter Type
Folded Motion XT
Woofer Size
Dual 5.25-inch
Sensitivity
94dB
Model Number
ElectroMotion C2
Enclosure Type
Dense wedge-shaped
Weight
0.00 lbs
Speaker Type
Bookshelf
Smart Speaker
False
Features
- Authoritative center channel audio
- Discreet fit for AV cabinets
- Seamless Folded Motion XT tweeter
- High-precision crossover network
- Efficient larger tweeter surface
- Directed sound projection
- Dense wedge-shaped enclosure
- Balanced dual 5.25-inch woofers
What customers say
Customers highly value the MartinLogan ElectroMotion C2 Center Channel Speaker for its exceptional clarity and natural sound reproduction. A primary focus is the speaker's remarkable ability to render dialogue with crisp detail, making movie watching significantly more immersive. Reviewers consistently note how voices cut through complex soundtracks easily. The wide dispersion ensures consistent sound quality across various seating positions, which is vital for a center channel. Beyond dialogue, the C2 delivers a detailed and dynamic presentation of sound effects and music. While a premium product, many feel the investment is justified by the superior audio performance. Build quality is also consistently described as excellent, reflecting its high fidelity status.
Know before you buy
Yes, the C2 is specifically designed for discreet integration into AV cabinets. Its wedge-shaped enclosure helps direct sound toward the listening area even when placed on lower shelves.
The Folded Motion XT tweeter features a larger surface area than traditional dome tweeters, which allows for faster, more accurate high-frequency reproduction. This results in clearer dialogue and more detailed sound effects during movies.
Yes, the ElectroMotion C2 is a passive speaker and does not have a built-in amplifier. You will need to connect it to an external AV receiver or power amplifier to drive it.
The dual 5.25-inch woofers provide a balanced, authoritative sound that anchors the dialogue to the screen. By using two drivers, the speaker can handle dynamic shifts in audio volume without distortion, ensuring voices remain crisp and clear.
With a sensitivity rating of 94dB, the C2 is quite efficient and can easily fill medium-to-large rooms with sound. It is designed to maintain high output levels, making it a strong choice for immersive cinematic setups.
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