Definitive Technology ProCenter 2000 is a 2-way Passive Radiator Center Channel speaker by Definitive Technology. It was released in 2007. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1" dome Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" BDSS Woofer. ProCenter 2000 also employs two 5-1/4-inch passive radiators. The speaker has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. Definitive ProCenter 2000 has an MSRP of 379$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Definitive ProCenter 2000 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
Definitive Technology's Procinema Series of Loudspeakers
ProCenter 2000 is a member of Definitive Technology's Procinema series of Passive speakers. The ProCinema range are Definitive Technology's compact satellite-and-subwoofer home-theatre systems. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Definitive Technology Procinema Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the Definitive ProCenter 2000 Speaker
Definitive ProCenter 2000 has a Frequency response range of 42-30k Hz and Power Range of 10-250 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how ProCenter 2000's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Definitive ProCenter 2000
Impedance and Sensitivity
Definitive ProCenter 2000's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
91 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Definitive ProCenter 2000
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Definitive Technology ProCenter 2000 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
91dB of the Definitive Technology ProCenter 2000 is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes ProCenter 2000 an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the Definitive ProCenter 2000 will be a good choice. Work out how loud the Definitive ProCenter 2000 plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Definitive ProCenter 2000 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
6.0–95 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
ProCenter 2000 features 5-Way post type connectors.
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Definitive ProCenter 2000 External Dimensions and Weight
Definitive ProCenter 2000 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 6-5/8 x 17 x 6-7/16inch (169.0 x 432.0 x 164.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Definitive ProCenter 2000 is approximately 708.5cm2 / 109.8inch2.
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WeightThe Definitive ProCenter 2000 weighs 4.55kg / 10lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how ProCenter 2000's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Definitive ProCenter 2000
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $500
Definitive ProCenter 2000
Cabinet type and Materials
Definitive ProCenter 2000 has a
Passive Radiator type cabinet.
Available colors
Definitive ProCenter 2000 is available in Gloss Black.
Does the Definitive ProCenter 2000 come with a Grille?
ProCenter 2000 comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
What's in the Box of Definitive ProCenter 2000?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of ProCenter 2000:
- Black center-channel speaker
- Removable cloth grille (installed)
- 2 Plastic inserts
- Owners Manual
- Online Product Registration card
Recommended Accessories
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Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.