Data Sheet
DesignMax DM5P
pendant loudspeaker
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Specifications subject to change without notice. December 2020.
TECHNICAL DATA
Product Overview
With a coaxial two-way design, the 60-watt DesignMax 
DM5P loudspeaker oers rich lows and clear, intelligible 
highs — along with premium aesthetics that complement 
any commercial sound installation. The DM5P pendant 
loudspeaker features a coaxial 5.25-inch woofer and 1-inch 
tweeter mounted within the Dispersion Alignment system, 
delivering a frequency range of 65 Hz – 20 kHz. The DM5P 
features a recessed single-point suspension system for a 
sleek, attractive appearance. All models are available in 
black or white.
Key Features
Complete any commercial sound installation with 16 
DesignMax loudspeakers to mix and match, including in-ceiling, surface-mount, and pendant form factors, subwoofers, high-SPL 
compression-driver models, compact low-profile models, and outdoor-rated options
Choose from three DM5 models — the in-ceiling DM5C, the surface-mounted, outdoor-rated DM5SE, and the sleek DM5P pendant 
loudspeaker
Deliver rich lows and clear, intelligible highs with a coaxial two-way design — no DSP or EQ required. For even better sound, 
use select Bose DSPs and amplifiers to enable Bose loudspeaker EQ and SmartBass processing, which expands performance and 
response at any listening level
Ensure a consistent listening experience throughout the room with the Dispersion Alignment system, which matches the coverage 
of the woofer to the pattern of the tweeter
Blend with any room design with elegant form factors, minimum-bezel grilles available in black or white, and removable logos
Install easily with industry-standard accessories — all models include Euroblock connectors; in-ceiling models include plenum-
rated backcans, tile bridges, and front-access audio wiring that makes installation and troubleshooting easier
Provide an open, attractive aesthetic with pendant loudspeakers featuring a recessed single-point suspension system that keeps 
hardware out of sight and can be used to hold and hide a service loop for easy access
Technical Specifications
SINGLE-LOUDSPEAKER PERFORMANCE
Frequency Response (–3 dB)
 1
80 – 20,000 Hz
Frequency Range (–10 dB) 
1
65 – 20,000 Hz
Nominal Coverage Angle (1 – 4 kHz) 120° conical
Nominal Coverage Angle (1 – 10 kHz) 120° conical
AES transducer test 
4
Bose extended-lifecycle test 
5
Power Handling, long-term continuous 60 W 50 W
Power Handling, peak 240 W 200 W
Sensitivity (SPL / 1 W @ 1 m)
 2
87 dB 87 dB
Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m
 3
105 dB 104 dB
Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m, peak 111 dB 110 dB
Crossover 1.8 kHz (passive two-way crossover)
Loudspeaker EQ Not required, Bose EQ voicing, and SmartBass processing available
Recommended High-pass Protection 65 Hz with minimum 24 dB/octave filter
Transformer taps
70V: 3, 6, 12, 25, 50 W, bypass
100V: 6, 12, 25, 50 W, bypass




