Bose DesignMax DM3C Ceiling Speaker (Pair)
Call for Price
Bose DesignMax DM3C Ceiling Speaker (Pair) is available on preorder. For best pricing, project quantity discounts, and installation support, please contact our team.
Overview
The Bose DesignMax DM3C is a compact, high-performance ceiling loudspeaker designed for background and foreground music applications in commercial environments. Built with a coaxial driver configuration, it delivers consistent tonal balance, wide coverage, and clean vocal clarity—making it ideal for retail stores, restaurants, offices, and hospitality spaces.
With a discreet in-ceiling design and quick-install mounting system, the DM3C integrates seamlessly into modern interiors while maintaining the acoustic performance expected from Bose’s commercial audio solutions.
Key Features
- Compact 3.5-inch coaxial ceiling speaker for discreet installations
- 30W continuous power handling for reliable daily operation
- Wide 150° conical coverage for uniform sound distribution
- Integrated transformer for 70V/100V and low-impedance systems
- QuickHold mounting system for faster and secure installation
- Consistent tonal voicing across the DesignMax series
- Available in black and white finishes with paintable grille
Why Choose DesignMax DM3C
The DM3C is designed for integrators who need a balance of aesthetic minimalism and dependable sound performance. Its wide coverage pattern reduces the number of speakers required in a space, while the coaxial design ensures clarity even at lower listening levels—critical for background music and speech applications.
Applications
- Retail stores and showrooms
- Cafés, restaurants, and lounges
- Corporate offices and meeting spaces
- Hotels and hospitality environments
- Educational and institutional spaces
Specifications
|
Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
|
Speaker Type |
Ceiling, Coaxial |
|
LF Driver |
3.5-inch woofer |
|
HF Driver |
0.75-inch tweeter |
|
Power Handling |
30W (Continuous) |
|
Peak Power |
120W |
|
Impedance |
8 Ohms |
|
Transformer Taps |
70V / 100V selectable |
|
Frequency Range (-10 dB) |
75 Hz – 20 kHz |
|
Coverage Pattern |
150° conical |
|
Sensitivity |
~86 dB SPL (1W/1m) |
|
Maximum SPL |
~101 dB |
|
Enclosure Type |
Back-can ceiling design |
|
Mounting System |
QuickHold |
|
Grille |
Magnetic, paintable |
|
Finish Options |
Black / White |
|
Applications |
Commercial / Installed Audio |
Installation & Integration
The DesignMax DM3C features a tool-less QuickHold mounting system, allowing installers to reduce installation time while ensuring secure placement. Its built-in transformer supports both distributed audio systems (70V/100V) and low-impedance setups, offering flexibility across different project requirements.
Sound Performance
Despite its compact size, the DM3C delivers clear midrange and controlled high-frequency response, making it suitable for speech intelligibility and background music. The wide dispersion ensures consistent sound coverage, minimizing dead zones in ceiling-based installations.