Tannoy CMS 1201DC 12" Full Range Ceiling Loudspeaker with Dual Concentric Driver - TA-CMS1201DC

Product Overview

The Tannoy CMS 1201DC is a high-output 12-inch dual concentric ceiling loudspeaker for full-range music and speech in large commercial interiors. It uses a proprietary 12-inch Dual Concentric point-source driver to deliver consistent 90-degree broadband directivity with enhanced intelligibility and linear response. Engineered for one-person installation and high power handling, this dual concentric ceiling loudspeaker suits demanding ceiling systems where a single point source must cover a wide area.

Product Description

The CMS 1201DC is a full-bandwidth, high-sensitivity loudspeaker built around a 12-inch Dual Concentric full-range driver that places the high-frequency unit at the acoustic center of the low-frequency cone, producing true point-source phase coherence. The result is consistent 90-degree constant-directivity coverage with enhanced intelligibility and the accurate, linear response Tannoy is known for. Rated at 200 watts continuous and 800 watts peak, it provides the headroom needed for high-output music and speech reinforcement in larger spaces, from auditoriums to multi-purpose commercial rooms. The CMS 1201DC is supplied as the driver assembly and is used with the CMS 1201 back can and grille assembly, available separately, allowing the integrator to select the right enclosure for the ceiling. Back-can fixings provide multiple installation options, and the time-saving design enables one-person speaker installation. This ceiling loudspeaker is part of the wider Tannoy commercial loudspeaker collection; for a smaller distributed-line dual concentric option, compare the Tannoy CMS 503DC PI.

Key Features

• 12" Dual Concentric Driver — A full-range point-source driver delivers phase-coherent audio with consistent broadband directivity and enhanced intelligibility.
• 800 W Peak Power Handling — Rated at 200 watts continuous and 800 watts peak for high-output music and speech in large spaces.
• 90-Degree Constant Directivity — Consistent dispersion provides even, predictable coverage across a wide listening area from a single point source.
• Linear Studio-Grade Response — Accurate, linear response supports faithful program reproduction in demanding installations.
• Flexible Back-Can Mounting — Used with the separately available CMS 1201 back can and grille assembly, with fixings that allow multiple installation options.
• One-Person Installation — A time-saving design enables a single technician to complete the speaker installation.
• 10-Year Warranty Program — Backed by Tannoy's 10-year warranty program and engineered in the U.K. for long-term reliability.

Typical Applications

• Auditorium
• House of worship
• Multi-purpose room
• Commercial meeting space
• Government space

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the CMS 1201DC include a back can?
No. It is supplied as the driver assembly and is designed for use with the CMS 1201 back can and grille assembly, which is available separately so you can match the enclosure to the ceiling.

What coverage does the 12-inch dual concentric driver provide?
It offers 90-degree constant-directivity coverage from a single point source, providing even, phase-coherent sound across a wide listening area.

How much power can it handle?
It is rated at 200 watts continuous and 800 watts peak, giving ample headroom for high-output music and speech reinforcement in large rooms.

How difficult is installation?
The time-saving design enables one-person installation, and the back-can fixings support multiple mounting configurations.

What warranty and support are included?
The CMS 1201DC is covered by Tannoy's 10-Year Warranty Program and is engineered in the U.K. Contact Creation Networks for project pricing, accessory selection, and AV system design assistance.