Behringer 1C-BK

A pair of Behringer speakers with a neo-classical design, built for installation

The Behringer 1C-BK fits the spirit of "all-terrain" compact speakers: a sober and elegant look, a simple 2-way design for easy integration, and a signature designed to remain clear in various environments. They naturally find their place in a stereo setup, a surround system, a home studio corner, or in public spaces (restaurants, reception areas) where clean, stable, and homogeneous sound is expected.

Their approach favors controlled reproduction and easy integration: precise components, careful phase alignment, and an internal crossover for coherent listening and more controlled diffusion in fixed installations.

Who are they for and what are the uses?

This pair is aimed at users who want compact passive speakers capable of handling both daily listening and ambient sound reinforcement without complicating wiring or installation. In a home studio, they can serve as auxiliary monitors, secondary references, or playback speakers for a workspace. In audio/video setups, they easily integrate into stereo or surround systems thanks to their format and mounting options.

If you are looking for a discreet yet serious solution that can be placed on furniture or mounted (wall/ceiling), the 1C-BK offers a practical answer: refined aesthetics, 2-way design, and simple connectivity via speaker terminals.

2-way design, internal filtering, and easy integration

Compact full-range reproduction

The 1C-BK is based on a 2-way architecture (tweeter + woofer) to deliver a full-range output with extremely low distortion as claimed. The woofer (listed as 5 inches in the technical sheet and described as 5.5 inches by the manufacturer) provides the necessary foundation, while the 0.5-inch tweeter aims for clean definition in the high-frequency range. The whole system is designed for a linear response and clear listening, whether for music, vocals, or audiovisual content.

Internal crossover: coherence and safety

The internal crossover, specified at 5500 Hz, contributes to phase coherence and frequency band separation. It also adds automatic tweeter protection against overloads, an important feature for a speaker intended for varied and sometimes prolonged use (ambient playback, permanent installation, etc.).

Mounting and placement: from shelf to wall

The black lacquered finish and neo-classical design allow for easy visual integration. For installation, you can choose shelf/desk placement or use the included suspension hooks for wall or ceiling mounting. This versatility makes the pair relevant whenever space optimization, directional sound dispersion, and maintaining a clean sound in the listening area are priorities.

Technical specifications

Active or passive	passive	Sound pressure level	112 dB @ 1 m max, half-space
Speaker type	2-way studio (tweeter + woofer)	Frequency response	60 to 23,000 Hz
Speaker set	set (2.0) / pair	Minimum frequency	60 - 79 Hz
Subwoofer included	no	Maximum frequency	21 - 21.9 kHz
Color	black	Crossover frequency	5500 Hz
Tweeter diameter	0.5 inch	Impedance	4 ohms
Woofer diameter	5 inches	Speaker connectivity	speaker terminal
RMS power in watts	0 - 49 watts	Cables included	none
Sensitivity	86 dB/W/m