The Revel Performa C52 ranks #22 out of 71 total Center Channel Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Revel
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#22 Revel Performa C52: $2,500 each Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Revel Performa4 C245, ranked lower, estimated 4/5.
Pros: A three-way center with a 1” aluminum tweeter in Revel’s waveguide, a 5.25” midrange and two 8” ceramic composite woofers. Audio Science Review measured low on-axis deviation (0.35) and even horizontal coverage out to about ±50 degrees, for a preference score of 4.39 that reaches 7.25 with an ideal subwoofer. 90dB sensitivity. Measured bass extension of 76.9Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Bass rolls off at 76.9Hz (-3dB) and about 52Hz (-10dB), and the listening window spans 3.0dB from 300Hz to 5kHz. The impedance dips to 3.1 ohms. It dates from the original Performa series and is only available used. Discontinued.
How it compares: Just above it: Revel Performa3 C208 - $500 cheaper, 1Hz lower bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: JBL Synthesis SAM3HA - $1000 cheaper, 1Hz lower bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 51.9Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 76.9Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 10.9”H x 24.6”W x 10.6”D (276 x 626 x 268 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” aluminum dome tweeter with waveguide, 5.25” midrange, 2x 8” MCC woofers |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal, 3.1 ohms minimum (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 90dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.39 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.25 |
| Weight | 40.8 lbs (18.5 kg) |
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