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Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Review
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+

Main Features

  • 25×32 mm" folded ribbon Tweeter
  • 2 x 3" woven fiber Midrange
  • 2 x 6.5" woven fiber cone Woofer
  • 45 Hz – 28 kHz Frequency Response
  • 92 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range: Up to 150watts
  • Weight:36.10 lbs / 16.40 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 8-5/8"x31-15/16"x10-1/2" / 220.0 x 812.0 x 267.0mm

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Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Review
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Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ is a 3-way Passive Bass reflex Center Channel speaker by Emotiva. 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 25×32 mm" folded ribbon Tweeter, 2 x 3" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" woven fiber cone Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 45 Hz – 28 kHz and a sensitivity of 92 dB. Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ has an MSRP of 499$.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ 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-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
Very Large RoomPoor

(* 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.)

Emotiva later replaced Airmotiv C2+ with Airmotiv XC2. Follow the link to read our in-depth comparison of these speakers:
Compare Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ vs Emotiva Airmotiv XC2

Emotiva's Airmotiv Series of Loudspeakers

Airmotiv C2+ is a member of Emotiva's Airmotiv series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Emotiva Airmotiv Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Emotiva Airmotiv B1+
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48-28k Hz 86 dB8Ω 1 x 5.25"
Emotiva Airmotiv B2+
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40-28k Hz 86 dB4Ω 1 x 6.25"
Emotiva Airmotiv T3+
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29-28k Hz 91 dB4Ω 3 x 8"
Emotiva Airmotiv C3+
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40-28k Hz 92 dB4Ω 4 x 6.5"
Emotiva Airmotiv C1+
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50-28k Hz 89 dB4Ω 2 x 5.25"
Emotiva Airmotiv T-Zero+
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48-28k Hz 87 dB4Ω 2 x 5.25"
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+
45-28k Hz 92 dB4Ω 2 x 6.5"
Emotiva Airmotiv T1+
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37-28k Hz 88 dB4Ω 2 x 6"
Emotiva Airmotiv T2+
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35-28k Hz 91 dB4Ω 2 x 8"


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Frequency Response of the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Speaker

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ has a Frequency response range of 45 Hz – 28 kHz at ±3dB and Power Range of Up to 150 watts. Here we have a comparison of how Airmotiv C2+'s Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.

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Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Tweeter
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+'s folded ribbon Tweeter

Crossover frequency of the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+?

Airmotiv C2+ is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange set to 350Hz and the Crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 3200Hz.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+'s nominal impedance level is 4 ohms and has a sensitivity of 92 dB.

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Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.

Sensitivity

92dB of the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Airmotiv C2+ 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 Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ will be a good choice.

Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+:

  • Integrated Amps under 300 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 500 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 750 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Airmotiv C2+ has Binding post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Back View
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Back View

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Terminals
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+'s Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ External Dimensions and Weight

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 8-5/8 x 31-15/16 x 10-1/2inch (220.0 x 812.0 x 267.0mm ).

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 Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ is approximately 2168.0cm2 / 336.0inch2.

Weight

The Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ weighs 16.40kg / 36.1lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Airmotiv C2+'s weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+
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Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $500
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+
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How does the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ compare to the Emotiva Airmotiv C3+?

One of the natural alternative to the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ is the which is located one step higher in Emotiva's Passive Center Channel selection.

Check the Detailed Comparison of Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ vs for more details.

Cabinet type and Materials

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ has a Bass reflex type cabinet and a HDF finish.

Speaker Feet

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ comes with shock absorbing rubber bottom pad which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on.

It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.

Port Position

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+  Port
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Port

Available colors

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ is available in Black.

Does the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ come with a Grille?

Airmotiv C2+ comes with magnetic grilles in black color choices. 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. Since the included grille of the Airmotiv C2+ is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+  with Grille
Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ with Grille

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+.

  • Speaker Cable and Connectors
    • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
    • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
    • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
  • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
  • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.

User's Manual

For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Emotiva Airmotiv C2+

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Emotiva Airmotiv C2+

Warranty

5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Alternatives in Passive Center Channel Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Emotiva Airmotiv C1+
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3-way 89 dB 4 ohms 50 Hz – 28 kHz
MartinLogan 50XTi
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3-way 94 dB 4 ohms 50-25k Hz
SVS Ultra Center
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3-way 87 dB 8 ohms 45-32k Hz
SVS Prime Center
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Emotiva Airmotiv C3+
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3-way 92 dB 4 ohms 40 Hz – 28 kHz
Klipsch RP-504C II
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2-way 96 dB 8 ohms 50-25k Hz
Focal Chora Center
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2-way 91 dB 8 ohms 59-28k Hz
Klipsch RP-450C
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2-way 97 dB 8 ohms 58-25k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Emotiva Airmotiv C2+
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Emotiva Airmotiv C2+ Detailed Specifications

General
BrandEmotiva
Full Model NameEmotiva Airmotiv C2+
Speaker Type3-way Center Channel
Power RangeUp to 150 watts
Sensitivity92 dB
Impedance4 ohms
Frequency Response45 Hz – 28 kHz
DRIVERS
Woofer Size6.5-inch
Woofer Compositionwoven fiber cone
Tweeter Size25×32 mm-inch
Tweeter Typefolded ribbon
Midrange Size3-inch
Crossover freq350 Hz and 3200Hz
Port Positionrear

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsYes
Port Positionrear
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height220.0mm ( 8-5/8-inch)
Width812.0mm ( 31-15/16-inch)
Depth267.0mm ( 10-1/2-inch)
Height220.0mm ( 8-5/8-inch)
Weight16.40kg ( 36.10 lbs)
EnclosureBass reflex
FinishHDF
Available ColorsBlack
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty5 Years
Labor Warranty5 Years
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