MACKIE C300Z - 12" Passive PA Column

MACKIE C300Z – 12" Passive PA Column

The Mackie C300Z is a 300W RMS (750W peak) passive PA floorstander designed for live sound reinforcement and installation applications. It features a 12″ low-frequency transducer with a 3″ voice coil and a 1.75″ titanium-diaphragm high-frequency compression driver mounted on a 90° × 45° constant directivity horn. The 2nd-order Low Impedance Compensated Crossover (LICC) ensures a clean crossover to 1,800 Hz and driver protection, delivering balanced, distortion-free sound. Its frequency response spans 45 Hz to 20 kHz (–10 dB) with a maximum SPL of 123 dB at 1 m, covering everything from deep lows to crystal-clear highs with great clarity.

Main features

• RMS/Peak Power: 300W RMS, 500W Program, 750W Peak.
• Transducers: 12″ LF with 3″ voice coil; 1.75″ titanium HF.
• Frequency response: 55 Hz – 18 kHz (–3 dB); 45 Hz – 20 kHz (–10 dB).
• Maximum sound pressure: 123 dB SPL @ 1 m.
• Crossover: 24 dB/octave HPF/LPF at 1800 Hz, Low Impedance Compensated.
• Directivity: 90° horizontal × 45° vertical.
• Nominal impedance: 8 Ω.
• Connectors: Speakon NL4 + 1/4″ TS jack.
• Mounting: 35mm (1 3/8″) post base and molded handles.
• Housing material: High pressure injected polypropylene.
• Weight: 20.9 kg (46 lb).
• Rigging: 10 integrated M10 inserts (optional PA-A1 kit).

Product benefits

• Powerful and defined sound: high sensitivity and SPL to cover large spaces without distortion.
• Integrated protection: LICC crossover and 2nd order filters to extend the life of the drivers.
• Controlled directivity: uniform dispersion for a wide audience and homogeneous sound.
• Heavy-duty construction: polypropylene housing and professional rigging for heavy-duty touring use.
• Mounting versatility: as a column on a pole, stage monitor or flown with accessories.

Use cases

• PA systems for bands and DJs in bars and clubs
• Sound reinforcement in conference rooms and auditoriums
• Permanent installations in temples, multipurpose venues and gyms
• Stage monitor when flown or supported horizontally

Frequently Asked Questions

• Compatible with 8 ohm amplifiers? Yes, it's designed for 8 ohms and can handle 300 watts RMS.
• Flyable? Yes, it includes 10 M10 inserts; the PA-A1 kit (4 x M10) is optional.
• Do you need external DSP? No; the LICC crossover and high-quality filters are built in.

Description for projects

Mackie C300Z passive PA column with 300 W RMS (750 W peak) power, 12″ LF transducer with 3″ voice coil, 1.75″ titanium HF driver, 45 Hz–20 kHz response, 123 dB maximum SPL, 24 dB/oct LICC crossover at 1,800 Hz, 90° × 45° dispersion, Speakon/TS connectors, M10 rigging, polypropylene enclosure and weight of 20.9 kg.