The Bose DesignMax DM5SE ranks #33 out of 33 total Line Array and Installation PA Speakers for sound quality. See all PA & Live Sound rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Bose
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#33 Bose DesignMax DM5SE: $897.05 per pair Amazon eBay
Same family: the Bose DesignMax DM6SE (larger model, ranked higher, rated 2.2/5) and the Bose DesignMax DM8S (larger model, ranked higher, rated 2.4/5).
Pros: An IP55 surface-mount installation speaker from Bose Professional with a 5.25” coaxial driver. Bose’s measurements show a preference score of -0.41 that reaches 2.61 with an ideal subwoofer, with 1.03 listening window deviation.
Cons: The response is uneven and bass is limited, for a low preference score. The data comes from Bose. Bass reaches 77.5Hz (-3dB) and about 68Hz (-10dB).
How it compares: Just above it: Bose DesignMax DM6SE - $39 more.
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 68.3Hz (measured, manufacturer data via spinorama.org) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 77.5Hz (measured, manufacturer data via spinorama.org) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Drivers | 5.25” coaxial driver |
| IP Rating | IP55 |
| Spinorama Preference Score | -0.41 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 2.61 |
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