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CG23M Bookshelf Speaker

Like the CG3M, the CG23M is an audio breakthrough. The CG23M sets a new standard, achieving performance miles beyond its price. Designed to master the stringent demands of two-channel, the CG23M’s exceptional clarity, remarkable resolution, and spectacular imaging, provides an experience unparalleled in realism. Never before has such a small, modestly-priced speaker sounded so spacious, three-dimensional, and true-to-life.


*The CG23M can be placed vertically or horizontally and provides the subtle presence desired from a center channel.

Color: Black (Matte)
$149each
Condition
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CG23M Bookshelf Speaker

CG23M Components
Features
CG23M Size
Mounting

SUPERIOR BUILD FROM TOP TO BOTTOM

A NO-COMPROMISE HI-FI AND HOME THEATER SOLUTION
Included: 1 x CG3M

Compact bookshelf and “LCR” models, available for flexible multi-channel options.

*NEW* Scratch resistant matte finish blends into any environment

Patented Compression Guide tuning for extended bass response

Improved efficiency over original gloss models

Audiophile grade crossover components

Mineral-filled woven aramid fiber cones

Recommended for use with amplifiers rated from 40W to 150W per channel

FLEXIBLE MOUNTING SOLUTIONS

COMPRESSION GUIDE TECHNOLOGY

THE ACE UP OUR SLEEVE

Compression Guide technology is the difference between RSL speakers and all other speakers. It's the secret behind our award-winning sound. It's why RSL speakers sound so clear and incredibly realistic.

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Customer Reviews

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Jason M.
Very impressive

So far I’m in love with these speakers. The lows are very impressive and the mids and high end is crisp.

I got the white and gray edition and they’re so damn sleek looking too!

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Dino
Try em, you'll love em!

I recently purchased the 10S MKII CG23M 5.1 HOME THEATER SYSTEM. I was coming from an older Polk RTi series system and was a little nervous as the RSL's are quite a bit smaller than the Polk's. I don't have a big space anymore for my home theater setup and wanted speakers that were not only more compact/space saving, but also that were able to perform to a certain level. I got exactly that! These speakers are really quite amazing for their size and perform/sound way above what one would think, let alone expect, for their size and cost. Truly quite amazed at how great the system sounds. Soundstage is there, vocals sound great, clarity and dynamics, all great. The subwoofer fills in the base and fullness. Switching between movies and music is a breeze. Powering these with a Yamaha RX-A4A. I do think you need a receiver/amp that will drive these well enough to bring out the best in them. I don't think a budget or lower end amp will be a good match. I do believe they are on the neutral side right out of the box and so many may decide to EQ them a little here and there to suit their ears and environment. I really do recommend the RSL brand to anyone looking for a great sounding set of speakers that will give way more than you would expect for their size and for a lot less cash than what you could end up spending to get the same quality, or less, in many cases. I'm more than happy that I decided to go with RSL and would again if and when I need more speakers. Thanks!

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John H.
Transparent and Accurate

These speakers are used as center, front and side speakers in a 7 speaker plus subwoofer theater system. I compared the CG23M speakers to a number of high-end options and could not find anything close for less than 3 times the price. I use the system for movies, YouTube music concerts, and music on CDs. It meets all of my expectations with clean, transparent reproduction of classical or contemporary music. Its definition is great for movie sound effects, but I tend to judge speakers on whether or not they reproduce music well. Many theater systems can sound great for movies, but fail on reproducing music. The CG23M demonstrates no distortion, shrillness, or artifacts, even at uncomfortable volume levels. I'm not sure what more you can expect from a speaker.

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T. R.

awesome

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Scott A.
Improved movie dialogue.

I wanted to improve the clarity of TV movie dialogue in an acoustically challenged room.
Ordered the CG23M for use as a center channel. Hooked it up to an old Denon AVR, with a small sub and speakers, all gear that I already owned, for a basic 3.1 system.
Fooled around with settings for a while, and it works fine.
Ordering, shipping, and installation were no problem.

SPECIFICATIONS

CG23M Bookshelf Speaker
  • Woofer: Dual 4” mineral-filled woven aramid fiber cones with Y35 high-grade ferrite magnets
  • Tweeter: 1” silk dome, neodymium magnet
  • Frequency Response: 80-20,000 Hz ± 3db
  • Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms
  • Recommended Impedance setting for amplifiers: 6 or 8 ohms
  • Sensitivity: 89 dB SPL @ 1W/1M
  • Recommended Power: 40-150 watts
  • Crossover Frequency: 2,800 Hz
  • Crossover Slope: Asymmetric 12 dB/octave
  • Crossover Parts: Air-core Inductors, poly capacitors, and gold-plated binding posts
  • Tuning Method: Compression Guide™
  • System Resonance: 75 Hz
  • Weight: 10 lbs.
  • Dimensions (vertical): H: 16” W: 6” D: 6 1/2 “(Without grille 6 ”)