B&C Speakers 5CXN44

A Compact Coaxial Transducer in the B&C Spirit: Precision, Efficiency, and Integration

The B&C 5CXN44 follows the logic of the brand's compact coaxial speakers: offering a reduced size that facilitates enclosure integration while maintaining a structured and usable sound reproduction for nearfield sound reinforcement. The coaxial design combines a woofer/midrange speaker and a tweeter driver in one unit, which limits emission center offsets and helps achieve more stable tonal coherence, especially when moving on and off axis.

Thanks to its neodymium magnet and compact size, this model clearly targets projects where every centimeter and kilogram counts, without sacrificing an extended bandwidth for its size.

For Which Projects and Users?

The 5CXN44 is aimed at speaker manufacturers, installers, technicians, and DIY enthusiasts looking for a 5-inch coaxial speaker to design compact systems: nearfield stage monitors, small PA speakers, satellites, front-fill, or dedicated monitoring modules for close listening. Its specified response from 70 Hz to 18 kHz makes it an excellent candidate for compact speakers capable of operating alone at reasonable levels, or in combination with a subwoofer when aiming for more low-end support.

With its 8 ohms + 8 ohms (LF and HF separate), it suits both bi-amplification architectures and passive crossover designs, provided the filtering is adapted to the coaxial tweeter driver and the target dispersion.

Design and Key Points: Phase Coherence, Dispersion Control, and Durability

Coaxial Architecture: A More "Unified" Source

The coaxial configuration allows better alignment of the woofer/midrange and tweeter emissions. In practice, this results in smoother crossover transitions, more precise attack perception, and a more stable sound image, particularly useful in small speakers where listening distance is often short.

Neodymium Motor and Optimized Footprint

The neodymium magnet helps keep the weight low (1.2 kg ) while maintaining a motor suitable for a transducer intended for compact sound reinforcement. The size (diameter 155 mm, height 96 mm ) facilitates integration into limited enclosures and narrow baffles.

Polymer Diaphragm and Waterproof Treatment

The tweeter section is based on a polymer diaphragm, a common choice when seeking a balance between smoothness, mechanical strength, and consistent performance. On the woofer/midrange side, the cone features a waterproof treatment front/back, useful for better resistance to operational stresses and demanding environments (transport, humidity variations, intensive use).

80 deg Dispersion: Even Nearfield Coverage

The 80 deg coverage aims for controlled dispersion, relevant to limit spillover and maintain clear listening within the target area. This is an asset in nearfield applications (monitors, front-fill, small systems) where controlling energy outside the useful zone is important.

Technical specifications

Rackable	No	Type	Speakers
Category	sound reinforcement accessory

Model	B&C 5CXN44	HF diaphragm	polymer
Nominal diameter	5 inches (15.5 cm) + tweeter driver 1.4 inches	LF suspension	roll surround
AES Power (LF)	300 W	Cone	exponential, waterproof treatment front/back
AES Power (HF)	50 W	Magnet type	neodymium
Impedance (LF)	8 ohms	Total diameter	155 mm
Impedance (HF)	8 ohms	Height	96 mm
LF Sensitivity	86.5 dB	Weight	1.2 kg
HF Sensitivity	101 dB (1 W / 1 m)	Fs (LF)	70 Hz
Frequency response	70 Hz - 18 kHz	Qts	0.45
LF voice coil	1.7 inches (44 mm), copper wire	Coverage	80 deg
HF voice coil	1.4 inches (36 mm)