JL Audio C3-570 C3 Series 5"x7"/6"x8" 75W RMS (225W Peak Power Handling) 4 Ohm, 2-Way Convertible Car Component System
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What's Inside?
• (2) C3-570cw Woofers
• (2) C3-100ct Tweeters
• (2) C3-570-XO Crossovers
• (2) Bottom mount adapter rings
• (2) Flush mount tweeter housings
• (2) Surface mount tweeter housings
• (2) Coaxial mount tweeter fixtures
• (2) Metal spring clips for tweeter fixtures
• (2) M4x30mm Pan-head machine screws
• (2) Crimp-on 0.187" Male quick slides
• (2) Crimp-on 0.110" Male quick slides
• (2) Crimp-on 0.25" Female quick slides
• (2) Crimp-on 0.205" Female quick slides
• (4) Crimp-on 0.110" Female quick slides
• (12) Crimp-on spade connectors
• (4) 1" Flat head self-tapping screws
• (12) 1-1/8" Pan head self-tapping screws
• (8) Speed clips
• Woofer cutout template
• Owner's Manual
Why Choose JL Audio C3-570 Component System?
Premium 5x7 Component Speakers for Exceptional Sound Quality
Experience a dramatic upgrade in sound quality with the JL Audio C3-570, a premium 5x7"/6x8" convertible component speaker system built for drivers who demand exceptional clarity, powerful midbass, and accurate detail. Featuring mineral-filled polypropylene woofers, 1-inch silk dome tweeters, and premium external crossovers, the C3-570 delivers a wide soundstage and natural, lifelike audio that far surpasses factory speakers.
Convertible Design with Premium Performance
The C3-570's innovative convertible design gives you the flexibility to install it as a true component system or a coaxial speaker, making it an excellent fit for a wide range of vehicles. With 75 watts RMS power handling and adjustable crossover settings, it's designed to perform its best with a quality aftermarket amplifier while offering precise tuning for your listening preferences.
Upgrade Your Factory Speakers with JL Audio C3-570
Whether you're building a high-end sound quality system or simply want one of the best 5x7 car speakers available, the JL Audio C3-570 offers premium performance, installation flexibility, and the legendary reliability JL Audio is known for. It's the perfect upgrade for anyone seeking cleaner highs, richer vocals, tighter midbass, and a more immersive listening experience on every drive.
JL Audio C3-570 vs C2-570x vs C1-570x | Which 5x7" JL Audio Speaker Is Best?
| JL Audio 5x7" Speaker Performance Comparison |
JL Audio C3-570
5x7" 2-Way Component Speaker System
BEST SOUND QUALITY
- • 5x7" Component Speakers
- • 75 Watts RMS
- • 225 Watts Peak
- • 1" Silk Dome Tweeters
- • External Crossovers
- • Adjustable Tweeter & Midrange Controls
- • Premium Soundstage & Imaging
- • Best for Front Stage Systems
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JL Audio C2-570x
5x7" 2-Way Coaxial Speaker
BEST COAXIAL
- • 5x7" 2-Way Coaxial
- • 60 Watts RMS
- • 225 Watts Peak
- • 0.75" Silk Dome Tweeter
- • Smooth & Natural Sound
- • Strong Midbass Response
- • Premium Factory Upgrade
- • Ideal Front or Rear Speakers
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JL Audio C1-570x
5x7" 2-Way Coaxial Speaker
BEST VALUE
- • 5x7" 2-Way Coaxial
- • 50 Watts RMS
- • 225 Watts Peak
- • 0.75" Aluminum Dome Tweeter
- • High 93 dB Sensitivity
- • Easy to Drive
- • Excellent OEM Replacement
- • Budget-Friendly Upgrade
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JL Audio C3-570 Recommended Amplifiers | Best 4-Channel Amp Pairing for Premium Sound Quality & Dynamic Performance
JL Audio C3-570 Amplifier Matching Guide
Recommended 4-Channel Amplifiers for Maximum Clarity, Imaging, and High-End Sound Quality
Amplifier Matching Overview
C3-570 Power Rating: 75 Watts RMS per Speaker
Speaker Configuration: 4-Ohm 2-Way Convertible Component Speaker System
JL Audio Recommended Amp Power: 25W–150W RMS per Channel @ 4Ω
Ideal Amp Range: 75W–100W RMS per Channel @ 4Ω
Goal: Achieve maximum detail, accurate imaging, wide soundstage, and distortion-free playback while preserving dynamic headroom.
Best Setup: Premium 4-channel Class-D amplifier delivering 75–100W RMS per channel with an 80Hz High-Pass Filter.
Top Recommended Amplifiers for JL Audio C3-570
JL Audio JD400/4: Best Value – Provides 75W RMS x 4 @ 4Ω, offering excellent dynamics, clean power, and outstanding reliability.
Rockford Fosgate R2-300X4: Excellent everyday performer delivering clean power and impressive speaker control with Rockford's renowned reliability.
Kicker CXA360.4t: Great value Class-D amplifier that provides efficient power delivery and excellent dynamics for daily listening.
Gain & Tuning Recommendations
Gain Setting: Match amplifier output to approximately 75W RMS per channel using an oscilloscope, distortion detector, or multimeter. Avoid setting gain by ear.
High-Pass Filter (HPF): 80Hz with a 12dB/octave or 24dB/octave slope for cleaner midbass and improved power handling.
Tweeter Level: Adjust the crossover's tweeter attenuation to suit your vehicle and listening preference for optimal balance.
Midrange Presence: Fine-tune the crossover's midrange adjustment to improve vocal clarity and imaging.
Bass Boost: OFF for the most natural response and lowest distortion.
EQ: Start flat and make only small adjustments after proper speaker placement and time alignment.
Installation Tips
Tweeter Placement: Install the silk dome tweeters in the A-pillars or sail panels to maximize stereo imaging and soundstage.
Crossover Placement: Mount the included premium passive crossovers in a dry, secure location with easy access for future tuning.
Power Recommendation: The C3-570 delivers its best performance with clean 75W–100W RMS per channel, providing excellent dynamics and long-term reliability without approaching its maximum rated input.
Pro Tip: The JL Audio C3-570 is designed for premium sound quality and responds exceptionally well to clean amplification. Pairing it with a high-quality 75W RMS per channel amplifier such as the JL Audio XD400/4v2 or JD400/4 unlocks its full imaging potential, wider soundstage, smoother silk-dome highs, and tighter midbass performance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Can I power the JL Audio C3-570 with just my factory or aftermarket head unit?
Yes, but you'll only experience a portion of its performance. Most owners recommend pairing the C3-570 with a quality 4-channel amplifier producing around 75W RMS per channel to unlock its full clarity, dynamics, and soundstage.
- • Do I have to use the included passive crossovers?
Yes. The supplied crossovers are specifically designed for the C3-570 and protect the tweeters while ensuring each speaker receives the proper frequency range. Skipping them can reduce sound quality and potentially damage the tweeters.
- • Where should I mount the tweeters for the best sound?
Most installers recommend mounting the tweeters on the A-pillars or sail panels. This placement creates a wider soundstage, better imaging, and more realistic vocals than mounting them low in the doors.
- • What amplifier power is best for the JL Audio C3-570?
Although the speakers can handle up to 150W RMS per channel, most users find that 75–100W RMS per channel provides the best balance of clean output, headroom, and long-term reliability.
- • Why do my C3-570 tweeters sound too bright?
The included crossover network features adjustable tweeter output. Lowering the tweeter level or slightly changing the tweeter angle usually produces a smoother and more balanced sound.
- • What high-pass crossover should I use?
Most installers recommend setting the amplifier's High-Pass Filter between 70Hz and 80Hz. This reduces distortion, improves midbass performance, and allows a subwoofer to handle deep bass more efficiently.
- • Can the JL Audio C3-570 be installed as a coaxial speaker?
Yes. One of the C3-570's unique features is its convertible design, allowing it to be installed either as a traditional component system or as a coaxial speaker when separate tweeter mounting isn't possible.
- • Is the JL Audio C3-570 a good speaker for DSP tuning?
Absolutely. Many sound quality enthusiasts choose the C3-570 because it responds exceptionally well to DSP tuning, including time alignment, equalization, and crossover optimization.
- • Do the JL Audio C3-570 speakers need a break-in period?
Yes. Many owners notice smoother midbass response and more natural overall sound after several hours of moderate listening as the speaker suspension loosens slightly.
- • Is the JL Audio C3-570 worth upgrading from the C2 or C1 Series?
For listeners focused on sound quality, yes. The C3-570 offers better crossover tuning, premium silk dome tweeters, higher power handling, improved imaging, and greater installation flexibility, making it one of JL Audio's best-performing 5x7 component speaker systems.
- Diameter : 5x7/6x8 Inch
- Sensitivity : 90 dB
- Impedance : 4 Ohm
- Frequency Response : 48-25000 Hz
- Peak Power Handling : 225 Watts
- Design : 2 Way
- RMS Power Handling : 75 Watts
Features:
- Components Included: The component speaker system includes two 5"x7" woofers, two tweeters, two external crossovers, and two woofer grilles.
- Woofer Construction: Features mica-filled polypropylene woofers with butyl rubber surrounds.
- Frame Design: Equipped with a glass-filled polymer frame with Elevated Frame Cooling.
- Tweeter Type: Equipped with 1" silk dome tweeters.
- External Crossover: Comes with a 2-way external crossover with adjustments for coaxial or separate tweeter placement and a 4-position tweeter level.
- Tweeter Mounts: Includes tweeter mounts for separate or coaxial installations.
- Phase Plug: A phase plug is provided when the tweeter is mounted separately.
- Power Handling: Handles a power range of 5-75 watts RMS.
- Frequency Response: Offers a frequency response of 48-25,000 Hz.
- Sensitivity: The sensitivity of the system is 90 dB.
- Mounting Depth: The woofer mounting depth is 2-9/16".
- Grilles: Grilles are included.
Specifications:
- Speaker Size: 5x7/6x8
- Design: 2-way
- Tweeter Design: 1" Dome
- Impedance: 4 Ohms
- Tweeter Composition: Silk
- Woofer Composition: Mica-filled polypropylene
- Woofer Surround: Rubber
- Sensitivity (1W at 1 meter): 90 dB
- Sensitivity at 2.83 volts: 93 dB
- Frequency Response: 48 - 25,000 Hz
- Minimum RMS Wattage: 25 watts
- Maximum RMS Wattage: 75 watts
- Peak Power Handling: 225 watts
- Top-mount Depth: 2.5 inches
- Bottom-mount Depth: 3.125 inches
- Cutout Diameter or Length: 0 inches
- Mounting Height: 0.422 inches
- Frame Width: 5.537 inches
- Frame Length: 7.658 inches
- UPC: 699440990219
- Weight: 9
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Warranty: 2 Year(s) Warranty.
This item is accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. If it is found to be defective, it may be returned to OnlineCarstereo.com for repair within 1 year from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
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Drastic improvement over factory speakers even before I added the JL HD 900/5 amp. Loud and clean sound.
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Everyone can tell I upgraded my stereo with this drastic better improvement to the sound clarity wow so amazed and love it
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Bought is as a gift for my son’s F150. He’s very happy with the set. The sound is highly detailed, maybe because of the crossovers, but it really works great. Nice sounding tweeters as well.
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Luv the mids I’m hearing from the woofers. These 5x7s lack a little bit of lows but they alright. The tweeters are amazingly clear and bright. The crossovers made thins much better with the premium materials theyre made of. Very easy to install in my Tacoma. No complaints with the product
