Description
MartinLogan Motion XT C100 Centre Channel Speaker
Exceptional Dialogue Clarity — Premium High-Performance Home Cinema Sound
The MartinLogan Motion XT C100 is a premium 2.5-way centre-channel loudspeaker designed to deliver outstanding dialogue clarity, exceptional detail and powerful cinematic performance.
Part of MartinLogan’s prestigious Motion XT series, the XT C100 combines advanced acoustic engineering, sophisticated cabinet construction and innovative driver technology to provide an exceptionally natural and immersive listening experience.
Featuring MartinLogan’s advanced Gen2 Obsidian Folded Motion XT Tweeter and dual 6.5-inch Nomex-reinforced Kevlar drivers, the Motion XT C100 delivers precise vocals, impressive dynamics and beautifully balanced sound reproduction.
Designed to complement other loudspeakers in the MartinLogan Motion XT range, the XT C100 is an excellent choice for dedicated home cinemas, premium media rooms and luxury residential installations.
Advanced Gen2 Folded Motion XT Tweeter
At the heart of the Motion XT C100 is MartinLogan’s advanced Gen2 Obsidian Folded Motion XT Tweeter, engineered to reproduce high frequencies with exceptional precision, clarity and minimal distortion.
Combined with MartinLogan’s Folded Motion Waveguide, the tweeter delivers controlled 90° horizontal and 45° vertical dispersion.
This helps maintain excellent dialogue intelligibility across the listening area, ensuring that voices remain clear and natural during films, television programmes and multichannel music playback.
Dual 6.5-Inch Kevlar Drivers
The Motion XT C100 incorporates two 6.5-inch Nomex-reinforced Kevlar drivers, designed to deliver outstanding midrange clarity, controlled bass and impressive dynamic performance.
Its sophisticated 2.5-way crossover configuration helps minimise interference between the drivers, improving dialogue focus and consistency across the listening area.
The result is a powerful, detailed centre-channel presentation that integrates seamlessly with other MartinLogan loudspeakers.
Advanced Crossover Technology
MartinLogan’s precision-engineered crossover network ensures smooth integration between the tweeter and mid-bass drivers.
This advanced design contributes to exceptional tonal balance, natural vocal reproduction and a cohesive soundstage, particularly important for high-performance home cinema systems.
Premium Cabinet Design
The Motion XT C100 features a carefully engineered rear-ported cabinet designed to minimise unwanted resonance while providing excellent acoustic performance.
Its reversible cabinet design allows the speaker to be angled towards the listening position when placed on a lower shelf or television stand.
Available in three elegant finishes:
- Gloss Black
- Satin White
- Walnut
Premium bi-wire/bi-amp compatible binding posts and removable Secure-Lock grilles complete the sophisticated design.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MartinLogan |
| Model | Motion XT C100 |
| Speaker type | Centre-channel loudspeaker |
| Speaker configuration | 2.5-way |
| High-frequency driver | Gen2 Obsidian Folded Motion XT Tweeter |
| Tweeter dimensions | 1.25″ × 2.4″ |
| Mid-bass drivers | 2 × 6.5″ Nomex-reinforced Kevlar cones |
| Frequency response | 42 Hz – 25 kHz (±3 dB) |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB |
| Nominal impedance | 5 ohms |
| Recommended amplifier power | 20–300 watts |
| Crossover frequencies | 1,300 Hz and 2,500 Hz |
| Horizontal dispersion | 90° |
| Vertical dispersion | 45° |
| Cabinet design | Rear-ported enclosure |
| Speaker connections | Bi-wire / bi-amp capable five-way binding posts |
| Height | 203 mm |
| Width | 610 mm |
| Depth | 368 mm |
| Weight | 15.4 kg |
| Available finishes | Gloss Black, Satin White, Walnut |
| Speaker grilles | Removable Secure-Lock grilles |
| Cabinet positioning | Reversible design for improved sound direction |
Dimensions include feet, binding posts and grilles.
Ideal Applications
The MartinLogan Motion XT C100 is ideally suited to:
- Dedicated Dolby Atmos home cinema systems
- Premium multichannel surround sound installations
- Luxury residential cinema rooms
- High-performance media walls
- Sophisticated living-room entertainment systems
- MartinLogan Motion XT speaker packages
Installation & System Matching
For optimum performance, the Motion XT C100 should be positioned as close as practical to the centre of the television or projection screen, with the drivers directed towards the primary listening position.
Its reversible cabinet offers additional flexibility when installed below a television or within a media cabinet.
As the speaker incorporates a rear bass port, sufficient clearance should be provided to allow unrestricted airflow.
The Motion XT C100 can be combined with MartinLogan Motion XT floorstanding loudspeakers, surround speakers and high-performance subwoofers to create a complete immersive home cinema system.
Expert Advice & Professional Installation
Available from Riverside Audio Visual
At Riverside Audio Visual, we specialise in premium hi-fi, bespoke home cinema systems and sophisticated smart-home entertainment solutions.
Our experienced team can assist with loudspeaker selection, amplifier matching, cinema room design, acoustic considerations and professional installation.
Riverside Audio Visual
Hi-Fi · Home Cinema · Smart Home Automation · Multi-room A/V
See, hear & believe.
The optimal center channel for any Motion® XT or Motion®-based surround system. Featuring our latest Gen2 Folded Motion® XT Tweeter with advanced Folded Motion® Waveguide technology for ultimate dialogue clarity and consistency in every seat. The anti-lobing crossover design further increases accuracy, while the flippable cabinet provides a slight angle if desired, perfect for a low-mounted shelf or TV stand.
Motion®: Reimagined
Our most ambitious acoustic and aesthetic development in MartinLogan’s 40-year history. Motion® Series defines elegance and performance by leveraging exclusive technologies and decades of experience. The result is a loudspeaker collection that is not just an upgrade of its predecessor, but a whole new level of quality and excellence.
Legendary MartinLogan Sound
MartinLogan speakers are known for their exceptional articulation, detail and realism, regardless of the listening environment. By using advanced thin-film technologies and Controlled Dispersion, MartinLogan delivers a unique and unparalleled listening experience that is not commonly found in other speakers.
Gen2 Obsidian Folded Motion® Tweeter XT
The Gen2 Obsidian FMT XT Tweeter has been upgraded with a larger motor to provide higher output and lower distortion. The FMT XT offers the most effortless and detailed sound in the Motion range with a 40% increase in surface area over our signature FMT. Outside of our legendary Electrostatic speakers, these new tweeters provide our cleanest, most detailed and accurate high frequency presentation to date.
Folded Motion® Waveguide
After an extensive evaluation of nearly 50 design options, the Folded Motion® Waveguide profile was meticulously chosen to harmoniously align with the dispersion of the midrange drivers, resulting in enhanced output. The waveguide guarantees consistent sound quality regardless of the listener’s position and minimizes unwanted room reflections. Proper waveguide design is crucial as it helps control the sound’s dispersion pattern, ensuring that the sound is evenly distributed across the listening area and resulting in optimal sound quality.
Nomex®-Reinforced Kevlar® Midrange
The Nomex®-Reinforced Kevlar® Mid-bass drivers in the Motion® XT C100 offer a perfect balance of lightweight, strength, anti-resonance and anti-ringing properties for unparalleled sound quality. When combined with the Gen2 Obsidian FMT XT, the clarity of vocals, dialogue and instrumental accuracy is unmatched at any volume. The seamless integration with Motion® XT CI products makes creating custom solutions effortless.
Anti-Lobing Center Channel Design
Motion® center channels utilize a 2.5-Way crossover design to eliminate lobing and preserve the tonality of the source material. This results in a significant reduction of negative effects on sound reproduction, leading to a more precise and accurate listening experience.
Flippable CenterChannel Cabinet
The unique flippable design of the Motion® cabinet allows for better sound clarity and immersion when placed on a lower shelf or piece of furniture by directing the sound upwards towards the listener’s ears.
Modern Design Featuring Luxurious Finishes
The latest Motion® speakers utilize cutting-edge technology and the highest quality materials to deliver sound quality that is truly unmatched. Their sleek, sophisticated design is an artful complement to any interior. Available in three finishes of Walnut, Satin White or Gloss Black, these speakers are an exquisite addition to any discerning individual’s home. Upgrade your audio experience and enhance your space with the Motion® series.
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice
| Dimensions (H x W x D, with feet) | 8” x 24” x 14-1/2” 20.3cm x 61cm x 36.8cm |
| Frequency Response | 42 Hz – 25 kHz ± 3 dB |
| Tweeter Dispersion (horizontal x vertical) | 90° x 45° |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 20 – 300 watts |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB |
| Impedance | 5 ohms |
| High Frequency Driver | 1.25” x 2.4” (3.2 x 6.1cm) Gen2 Obsidian Folded Motion XT Tweeter with 12.4 in2 (79.8 cm2) diaphragm |
| Crossover Frequency | 1,300 Hz, 2,500 Hz (2.5-way) |
| Mid-Frequency Drivers | 2x 6.5” (16.5cm) Nomex Reinforced Kevlar® cones with cast aluminum baskets. Non-resonant asymmetrical chamber format. Unibody cone construction. Anti-lobing 2.5-way crossover design. |
| Cabinet | Rear Ported |
| Binding Post Inputs | Custom bi-amp/bi-wire capable 5-way binding posts |
| Weight | 34lbs / 15.4kg |
| Finish | Gloss Black, Walnut, and Satin White |
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