Q Acoustics 3090Ci is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by Q Acoustics. It was released in 2018. 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" Soft-dome Tweeter and 2 x 4" Coated paper Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 75-30k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. Q Acoustics 3090Ci has an MSRP of 289$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Q Acoustics 3090Ci 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 | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
(* 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.)
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Frequency Response of the Q Acoustics 3090Ci Speaker
Q Acoustics 3090Ci has a Frequency response range of 75-30k Hz at ±-6.0dB and Power Range of 25-100 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how 3090Ci's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Crossover frequency of the Q Acoustics 3090Ci?
The Crossover frequency of the 3090Ci is set to 2700 Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Q Acoustics 3090Ci's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms but can go down to as low as
4 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
89 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the Q Acoustics 3090Ci a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
89dB of the Q Acoustics 3090Ci is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Q Acoustics 3090Ci plays in your room →
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Minimum Impedance of the Q Acoustics 3090Ci
Even though the nominal impedance of the 3090Ci is 6 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Q Acoustics is 4 ohms Q Acoustics 3090Ci so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
What amplifier does the Q Acoustics 3090Ci need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
13–100 W
per channel into 6 ohms.
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Input Type
3090Ci features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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Q Acoustics 3090Ci Back View
Q Acoustics 3090Ci External Dimensions and Weight
Q Acoustics 3090Ci has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 6 x 16.9 x 8.5 in (153 x 430 x 216 mm ).
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 Q Acoustics 3090Ci is approximately 928.8cm2 / 144.0inch2.
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WeightThe Q Acoustics 3090Ci weighs 6.00kg / 13.2lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how 3090Ci's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $300
Cabinet type and Materials
Q Acoustics 3090Ci has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Port Position
Q Acoustics 3090Ci 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. 3090Ci comes with
2 x Foam bung so if you don't have any choice but place the speakers too close to the walls or other surfaces, you can use these plugs in order to avoid boomy or too much bass.
Available colors
Q Acoustics 3090Ci is available in Walnut, Black, White and Oak.
Does the Q Acoustics 3090Ci come with a Grille?
3090Ci 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 3090Ci is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
What's in the Box of Q Acoustics 3090Ci?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of 3090Ci:
- 1x 3090ci loudspeaker
- 1x Owners manual
- 2x Foam bung
Recommended Accessories
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User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Q Acoustics 3090Ci, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Q Acoustics 3090Ci
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Q Acoustics 3090Ci speaker:
Official Brochure for Q Acoustics 3090Ci
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Q Acoustics 3090Ci speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Q Acoustics 3090Ci
Warranty
5 years of parts warranty and 4 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.