PSB Alpha C Center Channel Speaker – Made in Canada

PSB Alpha C Center Channel Speaker – Made in Canada – w/ Rubber Surrounds & Metal Grill

Accurate, detailed, dynamic—the original PSB Alpha C center channel delivers exceptional midrange presence and dialogue clarity.

The PSB Alpha C center channel speaker is a benchmark value proposition in compact home theater systems. With its pair of 5.25-inch metalized polypropylene woofers featuring rubber surrounds and a single 0.75-inch aluminum dome tweeter, the Alpha C achieves surprisingly lifelike midrange character and low-frequency presence that belie its compact size. The rear-ported bass reflex cabinet tuning extends bass response well beyond its modest footprint, allowing it to anchor the center of your surround system with authority and nuance. Customers and critics have consistently praised the Alpha C’s accuracy and midrange resolution, making it one of the most respected compact center channel speakers of its generation. This example is in very good cosmetic condition with original metal grille, requiring no service.

The Alpha C excels at dialogue clarity and center-image specificity, a critical requirement for home theater playback where on-screen dialogue must remain intelligible during complex action sequences. The aluminum dome tweeter delivers extended presence without harshness, while the dual woofers provide the tonal weight necessary to anchor a convincing soundstage. The rear-ported design integrates well with typical living room placement, forgiving of boundary effects that can muddy center channel performance. A 90 dB sensitivity rating means this speaker responds well to modest amplifier power, making it an ideal anchor for modest surround systems or two-channel audio systems seeking center image reinforcement.

PSB Speakers, founded in Canada and headquartered in Pickering, Ontario, represents a philosophy of exceptional value without compromise on sound quality. The original Alpha series, first designed and manufactured in Canada in 1991, established PSB’s reputation for delivering professional-grade loudspeaker design at prices accessible to consumers. The Alpha C exemplifies this heritage, built with careful attention to cabinet bracing and internal damping that yields the build quality typically reserved for speakers commanding twice its original retail price.

Key Specifications:

Frequency response: 62–21,000 Hz

Sensitivity: 90 dB

Impedance: 8 ohms (nominal), 6 ohms (minimum)

Recommended power: 10–120 watts RMS

Tweeter: 0.75-inch (19 mm) aluminum dome with ferrofluid cooling

Woofers: Two 5.25-inch (133 mm) metalized polypropylene cone with rubber surrounds

Crossover: 3,000 Hz

Acoustic design: Bass reflex, rear-ported cabinet for increased bass response

Cabinet finish: Black vinyl wood grain

Grille: Detachable metal mesh, acoustically transparent

Internal volume: 0.46 cubic feet

Video shielded for safe placement near television sets

Connections: Five-way binding posts (accepts bare wire, spade lugs, banana plugs, dual banana plugs)

Dimensions: (Width x Height x Depth) 453 x 178 x 247 mm (17.875 x 7.125 x 9.75 inches)

Weight: 7.2 kg (15.9 lbs)

At 7.2 kg, this speaker reflects the solid cabinet construction and internal damping materials that define PSB’s design philosophy. The weight comes from substantial MDF cabinet walls, internal bracing, and premium damping material positioned for optimal acoustic absorption—professional-grade elements typically absent from budget center channel speakers.

Made in Canada, this PSB Alpha C represents an exceptional value for home theater systems seeking accurate, present center channel performance without commercial compromises. Its compact footprint, proven reliability, and consistent praise from customers make it an ideal foundation for immersive surround systems.

Backed by Radique Audio’s 90-day warranty and our perpetual trade-back policy, you can purchase with confidence.

Asking $175