Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 12 ranks #64 of 77 12-inch pa speakers by sound quality at $3,000; the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 15 ranks #34 of 61 15-inch pa speakers by sound quality at $4,250.
What the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 12 does well: The self-powered version of the measured Martin Audio CDD12, with the same 12” Coaxial Differential Dispersion driver plus built-in Class D amplification, DSP tuning and Dante networking. The tradeoff: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers.
Why pick the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 15: The self-powered version of the measured Martin Audio CDD15, with the same 15” Coaxial Differential Dispersion driver plus built-in Class D amplification, DSP tuning and Dante networking. The catch: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers.
Buy the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 12 at $3,000 if you want a 12-inch pa speaker. Buy the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 15 at $4,250 if you want a 15-inch pa speaker instead.
About the ratings: neither speaker has been measured yet, so both ratings are estimated from measured siblings and predecessors (likely ranges: Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 12 2.8 to 3.4; Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 15 3.2 to 3.8). Treat this verdict as provisional.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 12 | Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,000.00 | $4,250.00 |
| Ranked | #64 of 77 in 12-Inch PA Speakers Estimated | #34 of 61 in 15-Inch PA Speakers Estimated |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 62Hz (manufacturer specified) | 55Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Rigging | 15 x M8 inserts; top hat pole mount | 15 x M8 inserts; top hat pole mount |
| Passive | No | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way coaxial PA speaker | Active 2-way coaxial PA speaker |
| Drivers | 12” woofer with coaxial 1” exit HF driver | 15” woofer with coaxial 1” exit HF driver |
| Frequency Response | 62Hz - 20kHz (±3dB), 50Hz (-10dB) (manufacturer specified) | 55Hz - 20kHz (±3dB), 45Hz (-10dB) (manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | Class D, bi-amplified | 2,500W peak (2,000W LF, 500W HF) |
| Maximum SPL | 128dB peak / 122dB continuous (manufacturer specified) | 132dB peak / 126dB continuous (manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 61.7 lbs (28 kg) | 81.6 lbs (37 kg) |
| Network Control | Dante | Dante |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| DSP | Yes | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 12: $3,000.00 Estimated Full Compass eBay
Same family: the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 8 (smaller powered model, estimated 3.4/5), the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 15 (larger powered model, estimated 3.5/5), the Martin Audio CDD5 (smallest passive model, estimated 3/5), the Martin Audio CDD6 (passive model, estimated 3.1/5), the Martin Audio CDD8 (passive model, rated 3.2/5), the Martin Audio CDD10 (passive model, rated 3.1/5), the Martin Audio CDD12 (passive model, ranked lower, rated 2.9/5) and the Martin Audio CDD15 (largest passive model, rated 3.3/5).
Pros: The self-powered version of the measured Martin Audio CDD12, with the same 12” Coaxial Differential Dispersion driver plus built-in Class D amplification, DSP tuning and Dante networking. Martin rates it at 128dB peak / 122dB continuous with bass to 50Hz (-10dB), and the coaxial driver rotates for horizontal or vertical mounting.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers. It costs far more than most powered PA speakers of its size, and the CDD design favors even coverage over maximum throw.
Full Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 12 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | Class D, bi-amplified |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 62Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way coaxial PA speaker |
| DSP | Yes |
| Drivers | 12” woofer with coaxial 1” exit HF driver |
| Frequency Response | 62Hz - 20kHz (±3dB), 50Hz (-10dB) (manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | 128dB peak / 122dB continuous (manufacturer specified) |
| Network Control | Dante |
| Passive | No |
| Rigging | 15 x M8 inserts; top hat pole mount |
| Weight | 61.7 lbs (28 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 15: $4,250.00 Estimated Full Compass eBay
Same family: the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 8 (smaller powered model, estimated 3.4/5), the Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 12 (smaller powered model, estimated 3.1/5), the Martin Audio CDD5 (smallest passive model, estimated 3/5), the Martin Audio CDD6 (passive model, estimated 3.1/5), the Martin Audio CDD8 (passive model, rated 3.2/5), the Martin Audio CDD10 (passive model, rated 3.1/5), the Martin Audio CDD12 (passive model, rated 2.9/5) and the Martin Audio CDD15 (largest passive model, ranked lower, rated 3.3/5).
Pros: The self-powered version of the measured Martin Audio CDD15, with the same 15” Coaxial Differential Dispersion driver plus built-in Class D amplification, DSP tuning and Dante networking. Martin rates it at 132dB peak / 126dB continuous with bass to 45Hz (-10dB), and the coaxial driver rotates for horizontal or vertical mounting.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers. It costs far more than most powered PA speakers of its size, and the CDD design favors even coverage over maximum throw.
Full Martin Audio CDD-LIVE 15 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 2,500W peak (2,000W LF, 500W HF) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 55Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way coaxial PA speaker |
| DSP | Yes |
| Drivers | 15” woofer with coaxial 1” exit HF driver |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 20kHz (±3dB), 45Hz (-10dB) (manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | 132dB peak / 126dB continuous (manufacturer specified) |
| Network Control | Dante |
| Passive | No |
| Rigging | 15 x M8 inserts; top hat pole mount |
| Weight | 81.6 lbs (37 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons