Hooked on phonics
Whether it's the quick banter of sit-coms or the restrained reveals of dramas, you'll hear all dialogue with the Jamo 2-way Concert series center channel speaker for your home theater system. A number of technologies contribute to the incredible acoustic quality of this speaker: its 2-way bass reflex speakers use two 6-inch woofers and a 1-inch decoupled tweeter to render faithful, outstanding sound. The speakers come equipped with Jamo's Active Impedance Correction system, which neutralizes the magnetic field around the pole piece to decrease distortion by up to 50%. Instead of a traditional dust cap, the speaker contains a center plug that stabilizes sound reproduction. Meanwhile, a variety of technologies contribute to handling of high frequencies. For example, the decoupled tweeter technology (DTT) works to prevent vibration so that high frequencies sound right. Also, the hard conical cone (HCC) allows midrange to handle high frequencies without distortion. Not only does this speaker have intelligent technologies, but it also looks great with its Danish design and sleek finish.
In the box
One center channel speaker
Jamo C80 Center Speaker (June 17, 2012)
| Ease of Use |
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(5/5.0) |
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| Value |
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(5/5.0) |
| Performance |
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(5/5.0) |
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(5/5.0) |
Reviewed By: William G. - Oceanside, California
I found the Jamo speakers to be very comfortable on the ears through a complete set-up put together by my grandson in his home. He uses a smaller speaker however. This center speaker does, indeed, do a very good job for most dialogue and music. I cant be a perfect judge because of a hearing loss. However, this suits me just fine. It is pleasant even at very large volume. This cannot be said by other speakers in the price range.
I understand that Klipsch bought Jamo as a subsidiary. Why the full range of speakers is not available is a mystery to me. As I understand, they are made in Denmark and have a very good reputation even though they are not pushed to the American market.
Comparison Specifications
- Power (W, long/short term): 160/320
- Impedance: 6 Ohm
- 1-inch decoupled tweeter
- Frequency range: 70 - 24,000 Hz.
- Two 6-inch woofers
- Sensitivity (dB, 2.8V/1m): 88
- Rubber cradle for mounting
- Danish design
- Active impedance correction system: neutralizes magnetic field around pole piece, to reduce distortion by up to 50%
- Wave Guide for increased sound control to maximize speaker placement
Additional Specifications
- Hard conical cone (HCC) allows midrange to handle higher frequencies without distortion
- Center plug increases power handling and stabilizes sound reproduction
- Decoupled tweeter technology (DTT) reduces vibration to keep high frequencies clear
Dimensional Specifications
- Dimensions: 8.3" H x 19.7" W x 11.1" D
- Weight: 25.6 lbs.
Jamo C80CEN Warranty Details
5-year limited manufacturer's warranty
