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Dual DC265C

In-ceiling speaker

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Dual's DC265C, sold individually, offers clear, detailed sound, and a neat, clutter-free look. It installs directly in your ceiling, and features a grille that you can paint to match your décor. The swiveling tweeter lets you aim the sound to best fit your space. Use a pair of DC265Cs to enjoy stereo music in your den, kitchen, or dining room.

An optional in-ceiling bracket is recommended for installing the DC265C in a new home under construction (or in a room that's undergoing major renovation).

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When you buy in-wall or in-ceiling speakers from Crutchfield, you'll also receive copies of our in-depth speaker and wire installation guides, free of charge:

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Highlights:

  • sold individually
  • 1" pivoting silk-dome tweeter
  • 6-1/2" black polypropylene cone woofer
  • handles up to 100 watts
  • frequency response 50-20,000 Hz (±3dB)
  • sensitivity 88 dB
  • 8-ohm impedance
  • paintable speaker grilles
  • cutout dimensions: 8" diameter
  • mounting depth: 3-1/4"
  • warranty: 2 years
  • Our 60-day money-back guarantee

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Features and Specs

Features and Specs
Enclosure Type
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In-ceiling
Video Shielded
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No
Tweeter
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Dome
Midrange Size
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Woofer Size
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6.5
Woofer Composition
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Polypropylene
Woofer Surround
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Rubber
Power Range (Watts)
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2-100
Sensitivity
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89 dB
Impedance (Ohms)
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8
Frequency Response
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50-20kHz
Connector Type
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Spring posts
Bi-Amp Inputs
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No
Parts Warranty
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2 Years
Labor Warranty
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2 Years

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What's in the box?

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  • One 2-way round in-ceiling speaker
  • White painted grille (installed)
  • Clear plastic paint shield
  • Installation & Owner's Manual
  • Template
  • Four 1" strips of dum-dum

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Features

Overview: The Dual DC265C is a single, 2-way round, ceiling-mount speaker, part of the Architectural Series of speakers. The speakers are designed to work within nearly all interior decorating schemes where in-ceiling or flush-mounting is feasible.

Woofers: The DC265C uses a black 6-1/2" polypropylene woofer with a rubber surround.

Tweeters: The DC265C has a 1" silk dome tweeter. The tweeter can be swiveled to adjust the angle, up to approximately 20°. The tweeter is wired with a special protection circuitry.

Inputs: The speaker's spring loaded posts will accept pin connectors, single banana plugs, or bare wire up to 12 gauge. The speaker terminals are silver plated for corrosion resistance and maximum signal transfer.

Paintable: Both the frame and grille can be painted to match the ceiling or wall. A plastic paint shield is included to protect the speakers.

Installation: After a 7-5/8" diameter cutout is made, the speaker is installed in the hole and held in place by a rugged plastic screw-set bracket. The only tool required (after the hole is cut) is a #2 Phillips head screwdriver to tighten the clamps. The clamps spread up to 1.375", so they should cover almost any application (most drywall is 1/2" thick). The required depth to install this speaker is 4". Note: Adding 3 to 4 inches of insulation or damping material behind the speaker generally improves the sound quality.

 

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Video: Installing In-wall and In-ceiling Speakers — The Basics

Video: Installing In-wall and In-ceiling Speakers — The Basics

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If you're thinking of installing in-wall or in-ceiling speakers in your home, this video is for you. We'll cover some of the most commonly asked questions and show you the basics of speaker...

 
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Tips and guidelines to help you create an in-wall, in-ceiling, or on-wall speaker setup that sounds good and works with your room.

 
In-wall and In-ceiling Speakers: How to Choose

In-wall and In-ceiling Speakers: How to Choose

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2/8/2008
based on 228 ratings (4 comments)
 

Learn about the key things to consider when you're shopping for in-wall and in-ceiling speakers.

 
Installing In-wall, In-ceiling, and On-wall Speakers

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based on 64 ratings (2 comments)
 

This is a thorough, informative guide to help you install in-wall, in-ceiling, or on-wall speakers.

 
In-wall Wiring Guide

In-wall Wiring Guide

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2/29/2008
based on 439 ratings (9 comments)
 

This is a thorough, informative guide to help you run speaker, Ethernet, and audio/video cables through the walls in new construction and finished homes.

 

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