Definitive Technology
CS-8060HD
Best high performance center speaker for immersive home theater setups.
Designed to anchor a high-performance home theater system, this center channel speaker delivers clear, articulate dialogue and seamless soundstage integration. By integrating an active subwoofer directly into the cabinet, it provides a full-range sound profile that handles dialogue and low-end effects with ease. The aluminum dome tweeter ensures high-frequency details remain crisp and widely dispersed, while specialized driver technology provides a balanced, detailed performance. The robust cabinet construction minimizes resonance, ensuring that audio remains clean and undistorted even at higher volumes.
$495.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
3383
/ 11827
#3383 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
Speaker Type
Center Speaker
/ Center Speaker
Who it's for
- Home theater owners seeking full-range sound from a single cabinet
- Movie enthusiasts who prioritize clear and natural-sounding dialogue
- Users with limited space who refuse to compromise on audio quality
Who should skip it
- Minimalists looking for a simple, passive plug-and-play speaker setup
- Buyers who prefer current-generation products with full manufacturer warranties
- Owners of lightweight shelving that cannot support heavy audio equipment
Performance breakdown
Dialogue Clarity
Voices cut through complex action scenes with remarkable precision and presence.
Bass Integration
The built-in active subwoofer adds authoritative low-end weight to center channels.
High-Frequency Detail
Aluminum dome tweeters deliver crisp, airy highs without becoming fatiguing.
Soundstage Dispersion
Wide off-axis performance ensures consistent audio quality across the entire couch.
Cabinet Resonance Control
Robust construction keeps audio clean and distortion-free at high volumes.
System Versatility
Full-range output makes this a powerful anchor for demanding home theaters.
Key Specs
Speaker Type
Center Speaker
Power Output
250 watts
Frequency Response
30Hz-30kHz
Impedance
8 ohms
Sensitivity
92dB
Driver Size
8 inches (woofer)
Connectivity
Wired
Dimensions
14.25in x 5.75in x 21.13in
Know before you buy
The integrated active subwoofer allows the speaker to handle low-frequency effects that standard center channels often miss. This creates a fuller, more authoritative sound profile for dialogue and cinematic action without needing to rely solely on your external subwoofer.
The speaker measures 14.25 inches deep, 5.75 inches high, and 21.13 inches wide. Please measure your shelf space carefully, as the depth is significant and requires adequate clearance for the cabinet and cable connections.
Yes. The design ensures that high-frequency details remain consistent even if you are sitting off to the side of the main listening position. This is particularly useful in wider living rooms where not everyone can sit directly in the 'sweet spot.'
No, the subwoofer is active, meaning it has its own built-in amplification. You simply connect it to your receiver's center channel output using standard speaker wire, and the internal amp handles the low-end power requirements.
Aluminum dome tweeters are known for their rigidity and speed, which helps reproduce high-frequency sounds like dialogue sibilance and cinematic effects with great clarity. It ensures that voices sound crisp and distinct rather than muffled or muddy.
Yes, the CS-8060HD is rated at 8 ohms, making it compatible with the vast majority of standard home theater receivers on the market.
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