TECHNICAL DATA

DesignMax DM3C
in-ceiling loudspeaker
Product Overview
DesignMax loudspeakers bring outstanding audio
and aesthetics to any commercial space. The 25-
watt DesignMax DM3C loudspeaker features a two-
way 3.25-inch woofer and ¾-inch tweeter coaxially
mounted within the Dispersion Alignment system,
producing a frequency range of 75 Hz - 20 kHz.
The DM3C is ceiling-mounted and installs easily via
QuickHold mounting arms. And with both black and
white versions available, DesignMax loudspeakers
integrate seamlessly with any décor.

Key Features
Deliver instantly impressive sound with custom Bose drivers — no DSP or EQ required. For even better sound, use select
Bose DSPs and amplifiers to enable Bose loudspeaker EQ and SmartBass processing, which expands performance and
response at any listening level
Ensure a consistent listening experience throughout the room with the Dispersion Alignment system, which matches the
coverage of the woofer to the pattern of the tweeter
Blend into any room design with elegant form factors, minimum-bezel grilles available in black or white, and removable logos
Reduce installation time with the patented QuickHold mounting system, which also reduces strain, hassle, and the chance of
product damage
Install easily — includes Euroblock connectors; plenum-rated backcan, tile-bridge, and front-access audio wiring that makes
installation and troubleshooting easier

Technical Specifications
SINGLE LOUDSPEAKER PERFORMANCE
Frequency Response (-3 dB) (1) 85 – 19,000 Hz
Frequency Range (-10 dB) (1) 75 - 20,000 Hz
Nominal Coverage Angle (2) 170° Conical
Nominal Coverage Angle (1 - 10 kHz) 155° Conical
Bose extended-lifecycle test (5) AES component test (6)
Power Handling, long-term continuous 25 W 30 W
Power Handling, peak 100 W 120 W
Sensitivity (SPL/ 1W @ 1 m) (3)
83 dB 83 dB
Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m (4) 97 dB 98 dB
Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m, peak 103 dB 104 dB
Crossover 1.7 kHz (passive 2-way crossover)
Loudspeaker EQ Not Required, Bose EQ voicing and SmartBass processing available
Recommended High-Pass Protection 80 Hz with recommended 24 dB / octave filter
70V: 3, 6, 12, 25 W, bypass
Transformer taps
100V: 6, 12, 25 W, bypass
TRANSDUCERS
Low Frequency 1 x 3.25-inch woofer (83 mm)
High Frequency 20 mm (1 x 0.75-inch) neodymium dome tweeter, coaxially mounted
Technology Dispersion Alignment system, 127 mm (5 in) system diameter
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms (transformer bypass)

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PHYSICAL
Enclosure Material Engineered-plastics front baffle with integrated steel formed back can
Grille Magnetically attached perforated steel, powder-coated finish, paintable, with safety-tether
Logo Rotatable, removable
Color Black: RAL 9005, White: Bose Arctic White, similar to RAL 9003, Paintable
Environmental Indoor only
UL-1480A, S5591/ UL Listed, in compliance with UL2043 for plenum-space installation, NFPA70 &
Safety Agency
NFPA90-A, in accordance with IEC60268-5, ROHS, CE compliant
Operating Temperature Range 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
Euroblock 6-pin connector with loop-through, front-baffle mounted. Accepts 18 AWG
Connectors
(0.8 mm2) to 14 AWG (2.5 mm2) size wire
Wire/Conduit Entry Top and side wire entry point knockouts, allows for 9.5 mm (3/8 in) conduit
Suspension / Mounting Three (3) QuickHold, spring-loaded mounting arms plus three (3) safety cable tabs
Maximum Ceiling Thickness 39 mm (1.5 in)
Product Dimensions (Grille Diameter × Depth) 255 × 154 mm (10.0 × 6.0 in)
Backcan Dimensions (Diameter × Depth) 203 × 144 mm (8.0 × 5.7 in)
Cut Out Size 208 mm (8.2 in)
Net Weight, Loudspeaker with grille (single) 2.68 kg (5.9 lb)
Net Weight, Tile-Bridge (single) 0.8 kg (1.7 lb)
Shipping Weight (pair) 8.7 kg (19.2 lb)
Included Accessories Adjustable Tile-Bridge, Template
Optional Accessories Rough-in 6-pack
PRODUCT CODES
829708-0110 DESIGNMAX DM3C PAIR BLK
829708-0210 DESIGNMAX DM3C PAIR WHT

Footnotes
(1) Frequency response and range measured on-axis in half-space environment with Bose EQ voicing
(2) 1 kHz to 4 kHz average
(3) Sensitivity measured on-axis in half-space environment with Bose EQ voicing
(4) Maximum SPL calculated from sensitivity and power handling specifications, exclusive of power compression.
(5) Bose extended-lifecycle test using pink noise filtered to meet IEC268-5, 6-dB crest factor, 500-hour duration.
(6) AES standard 2-hour duration with IEC system noise

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On-Axis Frequency Response (half-space (2π) with Bose EQ voicing)

120

110

100
SPL (dB)

90

80

70

60
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Frequency (Hz)

Impedance

100
Ohms

10

1
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Frequency (Hz)

Beamwidth
360
Angle (degrees)

100

Horizontal
10
Vertical

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Dimensions

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