Leading the industry
Definitive has always led the industry with the best-sounding shielded center channels available, and the C/L/R2002 is no exception. 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. It is no place to compromise and settle for second best. Because of this, Definitive pioneered the concept of full frequency range high-definition center-channel speakers. Definitive's center channels and C/L/Rs are consistently rated as the best available, and have won numerous Audio Video Grand Prix Center Channel of the Year Awards. Their current offerings are the best ever, all featuring wide frequency response and extended dynamic range with extraordinary detail and articulation. The C/L/Rs are also superb as matching center, left, and right channel speakers and can be positioned horizontally or vertically. The C/L/R2002 features a non-resonant monocoque cabinet with Linkwitz-Riley crossover networks, pure aluminum dome tweeter, and die-cast-basket bass/midrange drivers in D'Appolito arrays.
Feature stacked on feature
The Definitive C/L/R2002 speaker was designed with the same rigid standards and high performance goals as their main left and right front speakers. It includes state-of-the-art features like high-definition polymer coned cast-basket bass/midrange drivers with butyl rubber surrounds, a wide dispersion pure aluminum dome tweeter with magnetic fluid cooling, complex Linkwitz-Riley crossover networks, a solid non-resonant monocoque cabinet with diffractionless grill/baffle interfaces, and effective magnetic shielding incorporating both metal shield and dual field canceling magnets. The C/L/R2002 has been voiced (timbre-matched) with the same sonic signature as all of Definitive's front main speakers. The C/L/R2002 will also, because of its true full-range quality and linear response, often provide better performance and do a better job matching other companies' main speakers than their own. On top of all this, the C/L/R2002 is Dolby Digital AC-3 ready.
Using three C/L/Rs across the front
Because of their superb full-range response and quality of reproduction the C/L/R 2002 may be used as matching left main, center, and right speakers when installation requirements dictate this type of system. They may be placed either horizontally or vertically. In fact, the C/L/R2002 was designed with this very much in mind and offers truly incredible dynamic range, high-definition clarity, extended linear response, three-dimensional pinpoint imaging and overall performance which is truly state-of-the-art for music and home theater reproduction. Definitive's C/L/R-based home theater systems have won many honors including Sound & Vision's prestigious Critic's Choice Award.
Great Speaker (February 03, 2012)
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Reviewed By: Walter P. - Lynchburg, VA
Bought three of these CLR 2002s as fronts in my 5.1 HT system and they offer up a great balanced sound. Matched with or without a subwoofer, the bass and mid range produced by these fine speakers is unparralled compared to other speakers I have owned. Vanns delivery speed and customer service is second to non as well.
Wasn't for me (June 28, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Mike D. - Cedar Rapids, IA
I purchased this as a center channel to match with my BP-8Bs, which I love. I had been using a much smaller Yamaha CC and was looking forward to the upgrade. First off this thing is huge, it really looks out of place with my BP-8Bs being much wider and deeper. It was going to take some convincing of the wife in order to keep, and thought I could sway her with a great music or home theater experience. I messed around for about 4 hours with different listening modes and settings on my Integra receiver to try in get the best sound possible out of it. Though ultimately I could not justify the upgrade. It was definitely fuller in sound then my old smaller Yamaha CC but I honestly could not say it was clearer or crisper with voices. I listened to music with and without it, with all the different settings and found it offered no benefit to music playback. I simply liked the two channel stereo sound the best for music. So instead of trying to convince my wife it was worth it, I sent it back to Vanns. Going to save my battle for an upgrade for a new subwoofer instead… I would recommend this center channel as part of overall package to match with other Def Tech speakers but not as an upgrade if one already has a decent cc. Thanks to Vanns with the easy return policy!
Def Tech CLR 2002 (May 21, 2011)
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Reviewed By: CHARLES W. - Goldsboro, NC
Outstanding Sound & Presence Fanstastic Sale Price Excellent Packing & Quick Delievery
CLR-2002 Rocks!!! (May 10, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Bharani S. - Monroe, NJ
I recently purchased CLR-2002 to upgrade my center channel of ProCinema 600 center channel. I also updated to 7.1 system with 2 BP6Bs in the front. The performance is just mind blowing and the dialogues that I hear feels like the movie stars are at my family room. Vanns customer service is #1 and shipping came on time as promised. I would definitely buy from Vanns on any of my electronic needs. Way to GO!!! Vanns.
Definitive Technology Speakers CLR 2002 Black (April 22, 2011)
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Reviewed By: paul s. - Savannah, GA
Definite improvement from my old DT C1. Great price, fast shipment.
CLR 2002 Black (March 30, 2011)
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Reviewed By: tony f. - san rafael, CA
This is a GREAT speaker for the moeny. You can spend twice the amount on another speaker, but it wont match the quality of this Definitive!! Its a MUST BUY!!
Def Tech CLR 2002 Center Channel (March 10, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Evola - Naperville, IL
Ive had the CLR 2002 for only about two weeks. I havent put it through too many tests but so far Im enjoying it. The sound is loud and clear and it matches my Def Tech BP7004s very well. The only negative I have with the speaker is the size...its HUGE. The sound quality is great but make sure you have enough room on your shelf for it. This is definitely not a speaker you mount on the wall! The only reason I gave this speaker a 4 in performance is because I havent had enough time with it yet, Im sure it will be worthy of a 5 when all is said and done.
Vanns.com is a fantastic site, I got a great deal and as usual no tax and fast, free shipping. I purchased my BP7004s from Vanns.com as well and I will continue to shop at this site and recommend it to anybody looking for electronics.
CLR 2002 center channel (March 04, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Barry D. - Mishawaka, IN
This is the best center channel speaker I have owned. Dialog is crisp and clear. It has a wide sound stage. It also gives the ability to bi wire with jumpers built in. This speaker replaced a PSB C1 that was not nearly as good. I also like that the CLR 2002 has adjustable feet and you can raise the tweeter and direct the sound toward your ears.
I highly recommend the DefTech CLR 2002
Great center speaker (February 17, 2011)
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Reviewed By: J.S. - SF Bay Area, CA
Got this baby and complete my HT system. Using a Onkyo TXNR 808 to power all my speakers all Definitive Techs. It sounds sweet and cant believe how a good center speaker makes a movie sound so much richer. While it does not have a integrated subwoofer, it does not bother me as I have a good sub already. It also has bi-amp capability for you audiophile out there.
Worth every penny of it.
Comparison Specifications
- Recommended amplifier power: 20 - 250 watts
- Nominal impedance: 4 - 8 ohms
- 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter
- Two cast-basket 5.25" bass/midrange drivers
- Non-resonant monocoque cabinet
- Magnetically shielded
Additional Specifications
- Linkwitz-Riley crossover network
- Designed for horizontal or vertical placement
- D'Appolito arrays
- Butyl rubber surrounds
- Diffractionless grill/baffle interfaces
- Three-dimensional pinpoint imaging
Dimensional Specifications
- Dimensions: 21" W x 6.75" H x 12" D
- Weight: 29 lbs.
Definitive Technology C/L/R 2002 Black Warranty Details
Five-year loudspeaker driver, crossover & cabinet warranty
