Description
About the Yamaha EF Series NS-C444 Centre Speaker
The Yamaha EF Series NS-C444 Centre Speaker is a key piece in building a balanced and immersive home theatre system.
The centre channel handles most of the dialogue in movies and TV, and the NS-C444 does a great job delivering clear, focused vocals without sounding thin or harsh. Paired with the NS-555 and NS-333, it creates a cohesive front soundstage with excellent integration.
Finished in a premium piano gloss black, it perfectly matches Yamaha’s EF Series speakers for a cohesive and visually striking setup.
If you’re building a Yamaha EF Series system, this is the speaker that brings everything together.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is a centre speaker important in a home theatre system?
The centre speaker handles most dialogue, making it essential for clear speech and on-screen audio. - Does it match the NS-555 and NS-333?
Yes. It is designed to perfectly match Yamaha EF Series speakers for consistent sound. - Can it be used without a subwoofer?
Yes, but adding a subwoofer improves bass for movies and effects. - Is it suitable for large rooms?
Yes. It provides strong output and clarity suitable for medium to large spaces. - Where should it be placed?
Ideally centred below or above the TV, aligned with the front speakers.
What the Experts Say
Industry Feedback – The NS-C444 is widely regarded as a strong centre speaker for its class, offering clear dialogue and excellent system matching within Yamaha EF Series setups.
Ideal For
- Home theatre centre channel duties
- Dialogue-focused audio performance
- Yamaha EF Series systems
- Medium to large home theatre rooms
Features
- 3cm aluminium dome DC-Diaphragm™ tweeter
- Diecast aluminium frames
- Edge-wound ribbon wire voice coil
- Spider by Kurt Müller
- Three-way mitered-joint construction for a rigid body
- Birch cabinet with open-pore finish
- Independent direct crossover connection
- Highest quality parts including Solen capacitor
Dedicated Centre Channel Design
Optimised for dialogue and centre-stage audio, ensuring voices are clear and natural.
Dual 5” PMD Woofers
Twin woofers provide improved midrange presence and better vocal weight.
1” Aluminium Dome Tweeter
Delivers crisp, detailed high frequencies for clarity and articulation.
Waveguide Horn Technology
Improves sound dispersion and imaging, ensuring consistent performance across the listening area.
Bass Reflex Cabinet
Enhances low-frequency response, adding body and depth to dialogue and effects.
Magnetic Shielding
Allows placement near TVs and screens without interference.
Piano Black Finish
Premium high-gloss finish matches the NS-555 and NS-333 for a unified system look.
Perfect System Match
For a complete Yamaha EF Series home theatre system:
- Front Speakers – Yamaha NS-555
- Centre Speaker – Yamaha NS-C444
- Surround Speakers – Yamaha NS-333
- Subwoofer – SVS SB-1000 Pro
- Amplifiers / AV Receivers – Yamaha RX-V Series AV Receivers or Denon AV Receivers
Specifications
Brand: Yamaha
Model: NS-C444
Product Type: Centre Speaker
Speaker Design
- 2-way, bass reflex
Drivers
- 2 × 5” PMD cone woofers
- 1 × 1” aluminium dome tweeter
Frequency Response
- 55Hz – 35kHz
Impedance
- 6 ohms
Sensitivity
- Approx. 89 dB
Recommended Power Handling
- Up to approx. 250W
Dimensions (W × H × D): Approx. 514 × 190 × 213 mm
Weight: Approx. 7.3 kg
MPN: NS-C444
SKU: Yamaha-NSC444
EAN / UPC / GTIN: 027108916712
Colour: Black (Piano Gloss)
Warranty: Manufacturer Warranty
Country of Manufacture: Indonesia
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