Sony SS-CS3 3-Way 4-Driver Bass Reflex Stereo Floor-Standing Speaker - OPEN BOX

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Introducing a speaker series versatile enough to deliver an unprecedented and real audio experience, and with a soundstage so expansive you can feel the energy and passion of the original performance, all while staying in harmony with your living spaces.

Stereo Floor-Standing Speaker (Single)

Experience authentic, full-frequency audio with this versatile three-way coaxial, four-driver speaker system. Wide dispersion super tweeters provide high-quality audio across a wider soundstage, while mica-reinforced woofer cones deliver a deeper low end. Optimized crossover components help ensure minimal signal loss.
Stereo Floor-Standing Speaker (Single)

High-Resolution Audio for uncompromising sound

Take your digital music collection to another level with High-Resolution Audio. By capturing music at a higher rate than CD, increasing both audio samples per second and the bitrate accuracy of each sample, High-Resolution Audio offers a near-perfect capture of an artist's music. Savor every breath and subtle movement for a truly emotional experience.

Super tweeters expand your soundstage

Feel your favorite music unfold throughout the room with precision and balance. These speakers include new super tweeters with wide directionality. High-frequency notes are reproduced precisely across an expansive soundstage-you can even sense the positioning of instruments-for an experience that's close to being there.

Enhanced sound pressure with reduced weight

Low sound pressure is a common weakness of small-sized tweeters and can result in unbalanced sound. These speakers include tweeters with high sound pressure, achieved through a variety of weight reduction techniques, including the integration of a more powerful magnetic circuit and a lighter CCAW (copper-clad aluminum wire) in the voice coil.

High precision tweeter for faithful sound

Hear vocals that perfectly reproduce the energy and passion of the singer. The 0.98 in soft dome main tweeter features polyester fiber for a more faithful, authentic sound. Precise acoustic tuning, using advanced sound-absorbing felt, eliminates rear sound pressure from the tweeters to ensure natural-sounding vocals.

5.12 in Woofer boosts low end frequencies

This speaker system incorporates a newly developed 5.12 in woofer for deep, stable bass. Utilizing a foamed mica-cellular diaphragm, it produces both powerful bass and the finer detail required for clear vocals and dialog in the mid-range.

Mica Reinforced Cellular cone for undistorted audio

The perfect partner for today's bass-driven music. Many speakers use paper cones that flex and deteriorate over time, leading to a more distorted sound. Mica Reinforced Cellular (MRC) fiber woofers are rigid, holding their shape even when moving at high pressure and speed, so you can drive the bass harder without compromising audio quality.

Rich acoustics with strong cabinet design

The ported, all-wood enclosures are built for resonant acoustics. Unwanted vibrations are dampened and absorbed, thanks to a rigid construction which includes interior joints strengthened with a solid wooden structure. Our designers also optimized the type and layout of interior sound absorbing material to control, and precisely tune, cabinet resonant vibration.

Tapered faceplate edges keep sound clear

Eliminating unnecessary noise from the baffle board and cabinet is essential for a high quality performance. With slightly tapered faceplate edges, edge diffraction is suppressed for a clear and natural soundstage.

Premium components, premium sound

Poor connections can have a significant impact on overall sound quality. That's why these speakers use only premium components: air-core inductors in the tweeters, a silicon steel plate in the woofer, the thickest possible winding materials, and high quality film condensers. Hear and enjoy every nuance of High-Resolution Audio in the detail it deserves.

Wooden finish for style and substance

This speaker has a smart black finish that blends with most contemporary interiors. The wood veneer also retains its shape well, ensuring that the sound won't be influenced by changes in temperature and humidity.

High quality structure for clear music playback

These speakers are built on sound foundations. A strong, ported enclosure allows for rich, resonant acoustics. The bass reflex duct, positioned at the rear of the speaker, suppresses unwanted noise and improves low-frequency sound reproduction.

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Type
3-way, 4-speaker system, Bass-reflex
3-way, 3-speaker system, Bass-reflex
Active Subwoofer, Bass-reflex
Speaker
Woofer:  130mmMRC cone type (2)
Tweeter:  25mm  soft dome type (1)
Super Tweeter:  19mm soft dome type (1)


Woofer:  130mmMRC cone type (2)
Tweeter: 25mm soft dome type (1)
Super Tweeter:  19mm soft dome type (1)
Woofer:  250mmMRC cone type (1)
Impedance
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Maximum input
145W 
100W 
Output power 115W (THD 10%)
Sensitivity
88dB (2.83V, 1m)
87dB (2.83V, 1m)
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Frequency Response
45 ~ 50,000 Hz
53 ~ 50,000Hz
28 ~ 200Hz
Dimensions
9 1/8" x 36 3/8" x 10 1/4"
230 x 922 x 260mm (W x H x D)
7 1/8" x 13 1/4" x 8 3/4"
178 x 335 x 220mm ( W x H x D ) 
11 5/8" x 13 5/8" x 15 ¾"
295 x 345 x 400mm ( W x H x D )  
Mass
 25 lbs 5 oz (11.5kg)               
9 lbs 14 oz (4.5kg)          
 25 lbs 5 oz (11.5kg)     
Magnetically shielded
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Experience authentic, full-frequency audio with this versatile three-way coaxial, four-driver speaker system. Wide dispersion super tweeters provide high-quality audio across a wider soundstage, while mica-reinforced woofer cones deliver a deeper low end. Optimized crossover components help ensure minimal signal loss.

High-Resolution Audio for uncompromising sound

Take your digital music collection to another level with High-Resolution Audio. By capturing music at a higher rate than CD, increasing both audio samples per second and the bitrate accuracy of each sample, High-Resolution Audio offers a near-perfect capture of an artist's music. Savor every breath and subtle movement for a truly emotional experience.

Super tweeters expand your soundstage

Feel your favorite music unfold throughout the room with precision and balance. These speakers include new super tweeters with wide directionality. High-frequency notes are reproduced precisely across an expansive soundstage - you can even sense the positioning of instruments - for an experience that's close to being there.

Enhanced sound pressure with reduced weight

Low sound pressure is a common weakness of small-sized tweeters and can result in unbalanced sound. These speakers include tweeters with high sound pressure, achieved through a variety of weight reduction techniques, including the integration of a more powerful magnetic circuit and a lighter CCAW (copper-clad aluminum wire) in the voice coil.

Mica Reinforced Cellular cone for undistorted audio

The perfect partner for today's bass-driven music. Many speakers use paper cones that flex and deteriorate over time, leading to a more distorted sound. Mica Reinforced Cellular (MRC) fiber woofers are rigid, holding their shape even when moving at high pressure and speed, so you can drive the bass harder without compromising audio quality.

5.12 in Woofer boosts low end frequencies

This speaker system incorporates a newly developed 5.12 in woofer for deep, stable bass. Utilizing a foamed mica-cellular diaphragm, it produces both powerful bass and the finer detail required for clear vocals and dialog in the mid-range.

High precision tweeter for faithful sound

Hear vocals that perfectly reproduce the energy and passion of the singer. The 0.98 in soft dome main tweeter features polyester fiber for a more faithful, authentic sound. Precise acoustic tuning, using advanced sound-absorbing felt, eliminates rear sound pressure from the tweeters to ensure natural-sounding vocals.

Premium components, premium sound

Poor connections can have a significant impact on overall sound quality. That's why these speakers use only premium components: air-core inductors in the tweeters, a silicon steel plate in the woofer, the thickest possible winding materials, and high quality film condensers. Hear and enjoy every nuance of High-Resolution Audio in the detail it deserves.

Tapered faceplate edges keep sound clear

Eliminating unnecessary noise from the baffle board and cabinet is essential for a high quality performance. With slightly tapered faceplate edges, edge diffraction is suppressed for a clear and natural soundstage.

Rich acoustics with strong cabinet design

The ported, all-wood enclosures are built for resonant acoustics. Unwanted vibrations are dampened and absorbed, thanks to a rigid construction which includes interior joints strengthened with a solid wooden structure. Our designers also optimized the type and layout of interior sound absorbing material to control, and precisely tune, cabinet resonant vibration.

High quality structure for clear music playback

These speakers are built on sound foundations. A strong, ported enclosure allows for rich, resonant acoustics. The bass reflex duct, positioned at the rear of the speaker, suppresses unwanted noise and improves low-frequency sound reproduction.

Wooden finish for style and substance

This speaker has a smart black finish that blends with most contemporary interiors. The wood veneer also retains its shape well, ensuring that the sound won?t be influenced by changes in temperature and humidity.

Features

  • 3-way, 4-speaker bass-reflex system
  • 5-1/4" Foamed-Mica Cellular Reinforced Woofer
  • 1" Polyester Main Tweeter
  • 3/4" Sony Super Tweeter for immersive sound staging
  • Sound Reproduction to 50kHz (for High Resolution Audio)
  • 6 ohm Speaker Impedance
  • Optimized Crossover componentry for a clear audio path
  • 145 W Maximum Input Power
  • One Speaker per Carton

Specifications

Audio

  • Characteristic Sensitivity Level: 88 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
  • Frequency Range: 45 Hz - 50,000 Hz
  • Power Handling Capacity (max.): 145 W
  • Rated Impedance: 6 Ohms

General Features

  • Enclosure Material: Wood
  • Enclosure Type: Bass Reflex
  • Frequency Range: 45 Hz - 50,000 Hz
  • Grille Net: Cloth
  • Magnetically Shielded Type: No
  • Super Tweeter: 3/4 in. (19 mm)
  • Tweeter: 1 in. (25 mm)
  • Woofer: 5 in. (130 mm) (x2)

Weight and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) (WxHxD mm): 9 x 36 1/4 x 10 1/4 in. (230 x 922 x 260 mm). Including front grille.
  • Mass (Approx. kg): 30.4 lb. (13.8 kg)
Sony SS-CS3 3-Way 4-Driver Bass Reflex Stereo Floor-Standing Speaker
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Reviewed by 59 customers

Stereo Floor-Standing Speake

Submitted 2 years ago

By djs0921

From SOUTH FL

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Sony Global - BV

I bought a pair of these speakers and they are performing to my expectations, for the price point they are a good buy.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Awesome

Submitted 4 years ago

By kman1160

From Washington DC

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Great speaker of quality sound plan on buying two later on in the future

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Great Features

Submitted 4 years ago

By Stevers

From undisclosed

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I bought this so we could listen to Christmas Music.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Great Features

Submitted 4 years ago

By Stevers

From San Antonio,TX

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I bought them so we could listen to Christmas music.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Perfect size

Submitted 4 years ago

By Modacious

From Waukesha WI

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Sony Global - BV

Bought this a couple weeks ago to replace the huge ones we had. Worried about the sound with the speakers being much smaller but nothing to worry about the sound is great.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Nice

Submitted 4 years ago

By Mart007

From undisclosed

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Replaced some 25 year old speaks, much better highs & lows

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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i would buy again

Submitted 4 years ago

By THEOEN

From texas

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AMAZING

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Amazing Sound Quality

Submitted 4 years ago

By RetiredGuy99

From Illinois

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I haven't had a stereo in decades then decided to setup a basic Yamaha av system with the vanilla 7 speaker basic Sony setup. I was very surprised at the excellent sound anchored by two SSCS3 towers and a SACS9 subwoofer. I intended to buy two more of the Sony bookshelf speakers for my zone two, but I was so happy with the SSCS3s that I just bought one more for zone two…I'll eventually pick up another one for zone 2. (I also like the idea of having instant replacements should I ever have a problem with the SSCS3s in zone 1). Per my av advisor I setup these towers initially configured as 6 ohm "small", and was supposed to switch them to large later…but the sound is so excellent I'm not changing the config. The range and sound is so perfect for all my needs, Apple Music on airplay, Blueray DVD movies, net music & radio & usb, and tv. Very happy.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Matched well with my new Sony stereo.

Submitted 4 years ago

By Jaxonator

From Greenville, SC

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Great low, mid and high range. They look good in our room.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Value for money

Submitted 5 years ago

By GaryK

From undisclosed

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Sony Global - BV

Connect it to my various amplifiers to test. Sound stage very good if I were to sit further away.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Q&A

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wire less/ blue tooth

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Verified ReplyHello. No, this is not wireless or bluetooth compatible.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this pair price or single piece?

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Open Reply - In-House ExpertOnly one speaker comes for this price. Thanks for your inquiry and have a wonderful day!Was this answer helpful to you
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