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Q Acoustics Concept Centre Review
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Main Features

  • 1" Dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 4" Paper composite Woofer
  • 75-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range: 25-75 watts
  • Weight: 14.99 lbs / 6.80 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 6-1/8"x16-15/16"x9-1/16" / 156.0 x 430.0 x 230.0mm
MSRP: $249 (list price)
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Q Acoustics Concept Centre Review
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Made by Q Acoustics · United Kingdom · since 2006 · sold through dealers

Q Acoustics Concept Centre is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by Q Acoustics. It was released in 2015. 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 4" Paper composite Woofer.

The original Concept centre, from the Concept 20/40 era: two 100 mm bass drivers around a 25 mm dome in a Gelcore cabinet.

The speaker has a frequency range of 75-22k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. Q Acoustics Concept Centre has an MSRP of 249$.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Q Acoustics Concept Centre 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.)

Q Acoustics's Concept Series of Loudspeakers

Concept Centre is a member of Q Acoustics's Concept series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

See all 6 Q Acoustics Concept models compared »

Q Acoustics Concept Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Q Acoustics Concept 50
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42-30k Hz 90.5 dB6Ω 2 x 5"
Q Acoustics Concept 90
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67-30k Hz 90 dB6Ω 2 x 5"
Q Acoustics Concept 500
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41-30k Hz 90 dB6Ω 2 x 6.5"
Q Acoustics Concept 30
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54-30k Hz 87 dB6Ω 1 x 5"
Q Acoustics Concept 300
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55-30k Hz 84 dB6Ω 1 x 6.5"
Q Acoustics Concept Centre
75-22k Hz 88 dB6Ω 2 x 4"

Frequency Response of the Q Acoustics Concept Centre Speaker

Q Acoustics Concept Centre has a Frequency response range of 75-22k Hz and Power Range of 25-75 watts.

Here we have a comparison of how Concept Centre's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Q Acoustics Concept Centre
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Average
Median

Crossover frequency of the Q Acoustics Concept Centre?

The crossover frequency of the Concept Centre is set to 2900Hz. 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.

Q Acoustics Concept Centre driver frequency bands75-2.9kWoofer 4"2.9k-22kTweeter 1"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

Q Acoustics Concept Centre's nominal impedance level is 6 ohms but can go down to as low as 4 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 88 dB.

Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Q Acoustics Concept Centre
Min
Average
Median

Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the Q Acoustics Concept Centre a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

88dB of the Q Acoustics Concept Centre 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 Concept Centre plays in your room →

Running more than one pair from a single amplifier? Check the load it would present →

Minimum Impedance of the Q Acoustics Concept Centre

Even though the nominal impedance of the Concept Centre is 6 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Q Acoustics is 4 ohms Q Acoustics Concept Centre 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 Concept Centre need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 16–75 W per channel into 6 ohms. Set your own conditions and we will rank every amplifier we cover.

We check power, impedance safety and current delivery - not just watts.

Prefer to browse? Integrated amplifiers under $300, or every amplifier we cover.

Input Type

Concept Centre 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.

Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →

Q Acoustics Concept Centre External Dimensions and Weight

Q Acoustics Concept Centre has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 6-1/8 x 16-15/16 x 9-1/16inch (156.0 x 430.0 x 230.0mm ).

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 Q Acoustics Concept Centre is approximately 989.0cm2 / 153.3inch2.

Find speakers that fit your shelf or alcove →

Weight

The Q Acoustics Concept Centre weighs 6.80kg / 15lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Concept Centre's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Q Acoustics Concept Centre
Min
Average
Median
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $300
Q Acoustics Concept Centre
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Average
Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Q Acoustics Concept Centre has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. 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 Concept Centre 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.

Does the Q Acoustics Concept Centre come with a Grille?

Concept Centre 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.

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Q Acoustics Concept Centre.

  • 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 are our favorite isolators but you may find 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.

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Q Acoustics Concept Centre speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Q Acoustics Concept Centre

Warranty

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

Q Acoustics Concept Centre Alternatives in Passive Center Channel Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Q Acoustics Concept 500
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2-way 90 dB 6 ohms 41-30k Hz
Q Acoustics Concept 300
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2-way 84 dB 6 ohms 55-30k Hz
Q Acoustics Concept 50
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2-way 90.5 dB 6 ohms 42-30k Hz
Q Acoustics Concept 30
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2-way 87 dB 6 ohms 54-30k Hz
Q Acoustics Concept 90
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2-way 90 dB 6 ohms 67-30k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Q Acoustics Concept Centre

What amplifier do you need for the Q Acoustics Concept Centre?

Q Acoustics rates the Q Acoustics Concept Centre for 25-75 watts of amplifier power. It is a 6-ohm speaker, which most amplifiers and receivers handle without trouble.

Is the Q Acoustics Concept Centre easy to drive?

The Q Acoustics Concept Centre has a sensitivity of 88 dB. That is about average for a home speaker, so it is neither hard nor especially easy to drive.

Does the Q Acoustics Concept Centre need a subwoofer?

The Q Acoustics Concept Centre reaches down to 75Hz (full range 75-22k Hz). That leaves the lowest octaves out, so a subwoofer will make a clear difference for films and bass-heavy music.

What drivers does the Q Acoustics Concept Centre use?

The Q Acoustics Concept Centre is a 2-way design using a 1" Dome tweeter and 2 x 4" Paper composite woofers.

Is the Q Acoustics Concept Centre sealed or ported?

The Q Acoustics Concept Centre uses a Ported enclosure. A ported design uses a tuned vent to get more low-end output from the same driver, but it wants some breathing room behind it.

Can the Q Acoustics Concept Centre be bi-wired or bi-amped?

Yes. The Q Acoustics Concept Centre has two sets of terminals, so it can be bi-wired or bi-amped: bi-wiring runs separate cable to the treble and bass sections, bi-amping gives each its own amplifier channel. It uses Binding post terminals.

Does the Q Acoustics Concept Centre come with grilles?

Yes. The Q Acoustics Concept Centre comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the Q Acoustics Concept Centre?

The Q Acoustics Concept Centre weighs 6.80kg / 15lbs each and measures 6-1/8 x 16-15/16 x 9-1/16inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Q Acoustics Concept Centre cost?

The Q Acoustics Concept Centre has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $249 per pair.


Q Acoustics Concept Centre Detailed Specifications

General
BrandQ Acoustics
Full Model NameQ Acoustics Concept Centre
Speaker Type2-way Center Channel
Power Range25-75 watts
Sensitivity88 dB
Impedance6 ohms
Frequency Response75-22k Hz
Release Date2015
DRIVERS
Woofer Size4-inch
Woofer CompositionPaper composite
Tweeter Size1-inch
Tweeter TypeDome
Crossover freq2900Hz
Port Positionrear

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsYes
Port Positionrear
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height156.0mm ( 6-1/8-inch)
Width430.0mm ( 16-15/16-inch)
Depth230.0mm ( 9-1/16-inch)
Height156.0mm ( 6-1/8-inch)
Weight6.8 kg (15 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty5 Years
Labor Warranty5 Years
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