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Looking for an 8" driver [message #17676] Fri, 25 March 2005 18:58 Go to next message
Bill Martinelli is currently offline  Bill Martinelli
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Any suggestions for an 8" driver? must have,
Neo magnet and good efficiency, of course good sound quality.
for use in a front loaded horn for midrange 600-2500

Looking for some suggestions that people have had good luck with.


Why the neeed for neo magnet? (nt) [message #17677 is a reply to message #17676] Fri, 25 March 2005 19:53 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Re: Why the neeed for neo magnet? Back Trouble? (nt) [message #17678 is a reply to message #17677] Sat, 26 March 2005 03:56 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Re: For me, they work out better [message #17679 is a reply to message #17677] Sat, 26 March 2005 20:26 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Bill Martinelli is currently offline  Bill Martinelli
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They are what I like, and perform better for my liking.

The neo magnet drivers have more flux in the gap than ceramic counterparts. The neo magnet has a more stable flux across the entire frequency range. The driver is 1/3 the the weight and significantly reduces shipping cost. The neo magnets drivers are well worth the little extra money over a ceramic and less expensive than new alnico models.

New Neo! [message #17680 is a reply to message #17678] Sun, 27 March 2005 11:01 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Hi Bill,
What other requirements do you have for this project other than using "Neo" magnets? What kind of back-chamber are you looking to use?
Ron (I know-long time no hear from. I'm getting better now, just been busy with non audio stuff)

Re: Related but off topic [message #17687 is a reply to message #17679] Mon, 28 March 2005 19:58 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Bill, would you say the same is true for compression drivers too. For example, the BMS 4590 vs 4592. I saw the Firenze at Replay last year, but didn't get a chance to hear them. Those double coax BMS looks very interesting.

BTW, saw your "2005" 3-way at Replay today. Very nice work. Flawless integration of the midhorn into the cabinet. A lot smaller than I expected though. Any chance you can drop a note on this forum, maybe in Swap Meet, to announce new models at Replay?

Gar.

Re: Looking for an 8" driver [message #17688 is a reply to message #17676] Mon, 28 March 2005 20:34 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Never tried it, but came across this just recently. Several U.S. distributors.

Re: Related but off topic [message #17693 is a reply to message #17687] Tue, 29 March 2005 21:28 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Hi Gar,

Thanks, Those speakers are special built small and light. I'm looking to shave a few more pounds with a neo mid driver. The one that is in them weighs more than the woofer. Lots of sound from that little package. thanks again. I'll try and leak any news on the swap meet forum.

As far as compression drivers. I first noticed I liked the sound and performance of the neo magnet driver over ceramic with compression drivers. so the answer is yes. I recommend only the neo compression drivers.

I'm making some 4x10 guitar cabs for the boys using neo speakers. Actually making 4 units 2 x 10 with 1/2" baltic ply and the whole thing will stack and lock into a full stack. 4 nice lightweight parts that will fit into a lot of places and easy to carry around.



Re: Related but off topic [message #17696 is a reply to message #17693] Wed, 30 March 2005 12:30 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I hope the Ciare drivers fits the bill. The two neo 8" models they have come in at 2.2kg and 2.7kg.

Re: Related but off topic [message #17698 is a reply to message #17696] Wed, 30 March 2005 20:17 Go to previous message
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The Ciare is on the short list. I have considered selling them too.
Thanks,

Bill

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