CBL523
Mighty versatility in
a compact package
CBL523 Compact, 2-way Constant Beamwidth Loudspeaker
3 x 2” vertically arrayed HF drivers
2 x 5” custom LF drivers
Powder coated steel grille with a high transmission ratio.
Small size, big impact
Enhancing and harmonizing with the entire Blaze Audio loudspeaker family.
Affordable, capable
Adaptable performance for delay, under-balcony, and wall-mount applications.
DSP Ready
Professionally tuned for PowerZone™️ digital processing & amplification.
Super wide, tightly controlled
A crossover point at 520Hz continuing all the way up to 20KHz allows for a smooth blend of full range audio from the entire reflective physical space, rendering speech intelligibility holes obsolete.
55° VERTICAL COVERAGE
(Average beamwidth, 500Hz - 5kHz.)
160° Horizontal Coverage
Enhanced Vertical Pattern Control with Dual Mode
Enriched Features
In dual mode, the CBL523 transforms into a compact constant curvature array, excelling in scenarios demanding precise pattern control. Along with the benefits of control, dual mode enables a total system SPL boost of 3dB.
Experience true acoustic reproduction
Consistent sound
throughout the entire listening space
Results that exceed expectation.
Control where it matters.
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*R&D of this loudspeaker has been thoroughly measured and tested with a Klippel Analyzer System certified by Klippel GmbH.
Exceptional speaker
design, evolved
Prioritizing R&D and leading the drive towards beautiful sonic possibilities is Hugh Sarvis; a premier product development engineer whose loudspeaker design efforts have resulted in numerous highly acclaimed products dating back to the 1970’s
CBL523 Compact, 2-way Constant Beamwidth Loudspeaker
The ultra-compact and innovatively designed CBL523 is a perfect fit where on-wall distributed audio is needed.
The 20.5 x 35cm (8″ x 14″) enclosure features two 5” low-frequency drivers complimented by a vertical constant directivity array of three 2” high-frequency drivers, delivering 119dB of maximum SPL in a focused 160° (horizontal) x 55°* (vertical) pattern.
The CBL523 has versatile mounting options with custom designed hardware, as well as the ability to stack and suspend two units together for increased SPL and an increased vertical pattern.
- (2x) 5” custom LF drivers
- (3x) 2” vertically arrayed HF drivers
- 160° x 55°* constant directivity pattern
- Components have been selected solely for their performance.
*Average beamwidth, 500Hz - 5kHz.
- 119dB maximum SPL
- Symmetrical and compact trapezoidal design
- Powder coated steel grille with a high transmission ratio
- Tuned with a passive crossover and integration with Blaze Audio amplifiers with custom DSP and FIR filtering
Mounting and Accessories
Flying and Coupling Accessories
Mounting Bracket
Ceiling Mount
Wall Mount
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Model Specifications
| SYSTEM PERFORMANCE | |
| Frequency Response (-3dB)1 | 71 Hz – 18 kHz |
| Frequency Range (-10 dB)1 | 55 Hz – 18 kHz |
| Recommended High-Pass Filter | 48 Hz |
| Horizontal Nominal Dispersion (-6 dB) | 160° |
| Vertical Nominal Dispersion (-6 dB) | 55° (Average beamwidth, 500Hz - 5kHz) |
| Recommended Crossover Frequency | 520 Hz |
| Long Term Power Handling (Full Range) | 160 W |
| Impedance | 4 ohms |
| Pressure Sensitivity @ 1W/1m (2.83V) | 91 dB |
| Max System SPL @ 1m" (2.83v) | 119 dB |
*Frequency response and range measured on-axis with anechoic environment.
| PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS | |
| Enclosure | 12mm Baltic birch plywood, engineered plastics. |
| Finish | Two-part spray catalyzed Polyurea coating on plywood. |
| Grille | 16-gauge (1.6mm) perforated steel, powder-coated finish, black. |
| Environmental | Indoor use only |
| Connectors/Bi-Amp | Two (2) parallel-wired NL4 Neutrik® Speakon® connectors. |
| Suspension/Mounting | Wall/Ceiling Mount and Suspension Options. Hardware sold separately. |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 8.08" x 13.78" x 8.75" (205.32 x 350 x 226.21 mm) |
| Net Weight | 15lbs / 6.8kg |
| Shipping Weight | 18lbs / 8.16kg |
| Product Version | CBL523 |
