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With coaxial two-way drivers, the 60-watt Bose Professional DesignMax DM5SE loudspeaker offers rich lows and clear, intelligible highs — along with premium aesthetics that complement any commercial sound installation. The DM5SE features a two-way 5.25-inch woofer and 1-inch coaxial tweeter mounted within the Dispersion Alignment system, delivering a frequency range of 65 Hz – 20 kHz. The DM5SE is surface-mounted, IP55 outdoor-rated, and locks onto a hidden QuickHold U-bracket for fast, secure installation
FEATURES
Combine DesignMax models to complete any design, big or small — 12 loudspeakers to mix and match, from 2-inch, low-profile models to 8-inch, high-SPL compression-driver loudspeakers and outdoor-rated options
Deliver rich lows and clear, intelligible highs with coaxial two-way drivers — no DSP or EQ required. For even better sound, use select Bose Professional DSPs and amplifiers to enable Bose Professional 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 factor, minimum-bezel grilles available in black or white, and removable logos
Reduce installation time with the patented QuickHold mounting system, which also reduces strain, hassle, and the chance of product damage
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
Install DM5SE outside — IP55 rating with standard aluminum grille for outdoor use
Applications
Designed for a wide range of applications, including:
Performing arts venues
Places of worship
Conference centers
Retail stores
Restaurants and bars
Hospitality venues
| Category | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| COMPLIANCE | Safety Ratings | UL 1480A, NFPA 70, CE |
| PHYSICAL | Colors | Black, White, Paintable |
| Enclosure Material | Engineered UV plastic | |
| Environmental | Outdoor (IP55), weatherproof | |
| Grille | Perforated aluminum, coated | |
| Ingress Protection | IP55 | |
| Logo | Rotatable, removable | |
| Operating Temp | -25 °C to 70 °C | |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 11.2×7.5×7.7 in / 8.4 in w/bracket | |
| Net Weight | 9.7 lb (4.4 kg) | |
| Shipping Weight | 25.2 lb (11.4 kg) | |
| PERFORMANCE | Frequency Range (-10 dB) | 65 Hz – 20,000 Hz |
| Coverage (Horizontal) | 135° conical | |
| Coverage (Vertical) | 135° conical | |
| Max SPL @ 1 m | 107 dB | |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ω (bypass) | |
| Power Handling (Cont.) | 60 W | |
| Power Handling (Peak) | 240 W | |
| Signal Processing | Optional Bose EQ & SmartBass | |
| Sensitivity (1W @ 1m) | 89 dB | |
| Transformer Taps (100V) | 6, 12, 25, 50 W, bypass | |
| Transformer Taps (70V) | 3, 6, 12, 25, 50 W, bypass | |
| TRANSDUCERS | Crossover | 1.8 kHz passive 2-way |
| Driver Protection | 65 Hz HPF @ 24 dB/oct | |
| High-Frequency | 1" neodymium tweeter | |
| Low-Frequency | 5.25" woofer |
| Description | Downloads |
|---|---|
| BOSE DesignMax DM5SE Loudspeakers (1 pair) DataSheet | Downloads |
| BOSE DesignMax DM5SE Loudspeakers (1 pair) Painting Guide | Downloads |
| BOSE DesignMax DM5SE Loudspeakers (1 pair) Design Guide | Downloads |
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