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The 10M600 is a top performance 10" ferrite midrange driver which offers high power handling capability with exceptional sensitivity over the middle frequency band. It is suitable for either direct radiating or horn loaded applications as part of a 3 or 4-way auditorium, touring, or outdoor festival sound system. It is the result of an intensive development program which aimed to produce the best 10" ferrite midrange driver available. The smooth curvilinear paper cone has a special high strength wood pulp composition and has been designed to achieve the best possible linearity within the middle frequency range and to control bell-mode resonances around the cone circumference. The cone is carried by a double half-roll suspension composed of a material which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials, providing the correct damping and excursion control. The 75 mm state-of-the-art voice coil assembly incorporates a fine edge-wound aluminum wire together with a strong fiberglas former to get the necessary force factor, mass lightness and high power handling. The voice coil is cooled using airways between the chassis back plate and the magnet face plate, which allow heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipated by the chassis basket. This technology is another product of 3D CAD resource application by our engineers. The magnetic structure has also been optimized using our in-house FEA CAD resource which has maximized the flux density in the voice coil gap. A special treatment is applied to both the top and back plates making them more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidation. This treatment is more effective than any other treatment in use today. DATENBLATT

The 10MB600 mid-bass transducer represents a development of the 10M600 midrange, combining excellent linearity with high efficiency and high power handling capabilities. The 10MB600 is primarily intended for use as a midbass driver in extremely compact 2-way reflex enclosures between 10 and 40 lt. Its curvilinear paper cone is formed using a special high strength wood pulp, designed to achieve the best possible rigidity and stiffness. An exclusive treatment is also applied to the cone to increase its water repellent properties. The 75 mm state-of-the-art voice coil is similar to those fitted to our top-of-the-range 18" and 15" models but it is wound with aluminum wire. The coil also employs our Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology. A high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces to achieve a mass balanced coil, resulting in an extremely linear motor assembly with a reduced tendency for eccentric behavior when driven hard. The voice coil cooling is achieved using airways between the chassis back plate and the face plate of the magnet which allow heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipated by the chassis basket. This technology is a result of 3D CAD resource application by our engineers. The top and back plates of the magnet assembly have been designed to optimise flux density and BL factor in the air gap also using our in-house FEA CAD facility. In addition, a special treatment is applied to the top and back plates making the transducer far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization. Hence, the equipment is able to perform outdoors in inclement weather conditions.DATENBLATT

The 10MB600 mid-bass transducer represents a development of the 10M600 midrange, combining excellent linearity with high efficiency and high power handling capabilities. The 10MB600 is primarily intended for use as a midbass driver in extremely compact 2-way reflex enclosures between 10 and 40 lt. Its curvilinear paper cone is formed using a special high strength wood pulp, designed to achieve the best possible rigidity and stiffness. An exclusive treatment is also applied to the cone to increase its water repellent properties. The 75 mm state-of-the-art voice coil is similar to those fitted to our top-of-the-range 18" and 15" models but it is wound with aluminum wire. The coil also employs our Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology. A high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces to achieve a mass balanced coil, resulting in an extremely linear motor assembly with a reduced tendency for eccentric behavior when driven hard. The voice coil cooling is achieved using airways between the chassis back plate and the face plate of the magnet which allow heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipated by the chassis basket. This technology is a result of 3D CAD resource application by our engineers. The top and back plates of the magnet assembly have been designed to optimise flux density and BL factor in the air gap also using our in-house FEA CAD facility. In addition, a special treatment is applied to the top and back plates making the transducer far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization. Hence, the equipment is able to perform outdoors in inclement weather conditions.DATENBLATT

The 10NDA610 is a high power, very high output, state-of-the-art midrange transducer for high quality professional use. The high level of sound reproduction is achieved thanks to extensive research by Eighteen Sound engineers, which focused on implementing mid frequencies intelligibility. The 10NDA610 is ideally used as a midrange in both horn and direct radiation, closed or reflex enclosures, as small as 4 liters. The 10NDA610 incorporates an Active Impedance Control (A.I.C.) consisting of an additional coil fixed on the pole piece and connected in parallel to the moving coil. The magnetic field generated by this coil has the following effects: 1) Impedance linearization 2) Acoustic and electric phase linearization 3) Significant increase of sensitivity and total SPL 4) Total harmonic distortion reduction 5) Constant power transfer The A.I.C. offers substantial advantages to the sound quality by not absorbing the moving coil's electromagnetic energy. The extremely powerful external neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange. The levels of force factor and power handling are consequently at a top professional level, with the best power to weight ratio on the market today. The curvilinear cone, made with a high damping wood pulp, has been designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its frequency range. The in-house developed cone treatment acts as humidity repellent and significantly dampens bell mode resonances. The 75mm edge-wound voice coil assembly is wound on a strong fiberglas former to improve force transmission and power handling. A proprietary humidity-block cone treatment makes the transducer suitable for outdoor use in adverse weather conditions. In addition, a special coating applied to both the top and back plates makes the 10NDA610 far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 10NMB420 neodymium transducer has been developed in response to a specific market requirement for a 10" midbass driver that combines excellent linearity with good efficiency and high power handling capabilities. The 10NMB420 is primarily intended for use as a midbass driver in line-arrays as well as high quality 2-way or multiway reflex enclosures. The low pass filter might be positioned as high as 2000Hz. The extremely powerful external neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange. The levels of force factor and power handling are, as a consequence, at the upper professional level with best power to weight ratio. The 65mm Ø state-of-the-art, aluminum wire voice coil employs Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology. It is composed by a high strength fiberglas former used to carry windings on both the outer and inner surfaces, in order to achieve a mass balanced coil. This results in an extremely linear motor assembly which, in conjunction with the highly advanced design of the magnetic structure, provides a high BL force factor. The voice coil is cooled through airways placed between the chassis back plate and the magnet faceplate. In this way heated air is channeled away from the voice coil and the gap. Another technology present into the 10NMB420 is the SDR (Single Demodulating Ring), used to reproduce instantaneous peak on mid frequencies, reducing intermodulation distortion. Thanks to the increasing use during outdoor audio events, the ability to perform in humid environments is an extra key feature of the 10NMB420. This is achieved trough an exclusively developed cone treatment which renders the cone humidity repellent while does not increasing the total moving speaker mass.DATENBLATT

The 10NMB420 neodymium transducer has been developed in response to a specific market requirement for a 10" midbass driver that combines excellent linearity with good efficiency and high power handling capabilities. The 10NMB420 is primarily intended for use as a midbass driver in line-arrays as well as high quality 2-way or multiway reflex enclosures. The low pass filter might be positioned as high as 2000Hz. The extremely powerful external neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange. The levels of force factor and power handling are, as a consequence, at the upper professional level with best power to weight ratio. The 65mm Ø state-of-the-art, aluminum wire voice coil employs Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology. It is composed by a high strength fiberglas former used to carry windings on both the outer and inner surfaces, in order to achieve a mass balanced coil. This results in an extremely linear motor assembly which, in conjunction with the highly advanced design of the magnetic structure, provides a high BL force factor. The voice coil is cooled through airways placed between the chassis back plate and the magnet faceplate. In this way heated air is channeled away from the voice coil and the gap. Another technology present into the 10NMB420 is the SDR (Single Demodulating Ring), used to reproduce instantaneous peak on mid frequencies, reducing intermodulation distortion. Thanks to the increasing use during outdoor audio events, the ability to perform in humid environments is an extra key feature of the 10NMB420. This is achieved trough an exclusively developed cone treatment which renders the cone humidity repellent while does not increasing the total moving speaker mass. DATENBLATT

The 10NMBA520 is the evolution of the 10NDA520. The transducer is a 10" mid-bass transducer created for compact reflex 2-way enclosures, and when compared to 10NDA520 shows 1 dB increased sensitivity over all operative frequency range, as well as 600 Watts program power handling. It can be used in mid-low sections on line-array systems and everywhere very high quality mid-bass frequency range reproduction is needed. The 10NMBA520 incorporates Active Impedance Control technology (AIC), consisting of an additional coil fixed on the pole piece and connected in parallel to the moving coil. The magnetic field generated by AIC coil has the following effects: 1) Impedance linearization 2) Acoustic and electric phase linearization 3) Significant increase of sensitivity and total SPL 4) Total harmonic distortion reduction 5) Constant power transfer By not absorbing the moving coil's electromagnetic energy, the AIC offers substantial advantages to the sound quality. The external neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange. The curvilinear cone, specified with a high damping wood pulp has been designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its frequency range. The 65 mm (2,5 in) diameter aluminum voice coil is wound on a strong fiberglas former in order to improve force transmission and power handling. A special coating applied to both the top and back plates makes the 10NMBA520 far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 10NTLS2000 represents the latest 18sound technology for high quality, low distortion applications. The Tetracoil technology maximize benefits in terms of thermal dissipation and Bl symmetry, making the 10NTLS2000 the perfect component both as a woofer and a midbass.Dual gap motors linearize inductance and the perfect balance we reached between the motor and the ultra linear suspension allows both very high excursion and extreme precision in the mid band with the lowest intermodulation distortion in the professional market.This features, together with its extreme low weight make the 10NTLS2000 the perfect component for highest quality line arrays and two way systems, thanks also to its 700 watts power handling capabilities.  DATENBLATT

The 10NTLW2000 represents the latest 18sound technology for high quality, low distortion applications. The Dual gap technology maximize benefits in terms of thermal dissipation and Bl symmetry, making the 10NTLW2000 the perfect midbass for high quality professional systems.Dual gap motors linearize inductance and the perfect balance we reached between the motor and the ultra linear suspension allows both very high excursion and extreme precision in the mid band with the lowest intermodulation distortion in the professional market.This features, together with its extreme low weight make the 10NTLW2000 the perfect component for highest quality line arrays and two way systems, thanks also to its 600 watts power handling capabilities. DATENBLATT

The 10NTLW2000 represents the latest 18sound technology for high quality, low distortion applications. The Dual gap technology maximize benefits in terms of thermal dissipation and Bl symmetry, making the 10NTLW2000 the perfect midbass for high quality professional systems.Dual gap motors linearize inductance and the perfect balance we reached between the motor and the ultra linear suspension allows both very high excursion and extreme precision in the mid band with the lowest intermodulation distortion in the professional market.This features, together with its extreme low weight make the 10NTLW2000 the perfect component for highest quality line arrays and two way systems, thanks also to its 600 watts power handling capabilities. DATENBLATT

The 10NTLW3500 represents the last add on to the dual gap family, which is the state of the art of 18sound components and technology for high power, finest quality applications.The dual gap technology comes directly from the Tetracoil motor structure and applies its benefits to a wider frequency band, making the 10NTLW3500 capable of working perfectly both as a woofer and as a midbass with unmatched power and the lowest distortion/pressure ratio in this dimension.Optimized thermal conductivity allows great power handling (up to 1600 watts), the extremely balanced Bl shape together with the ultra linear suspension, maximizes Spl keeping the lowest intermodulation distortion in the market, giving the 10NTLW3500 the amazing capability of reproducing a deep and full low end, together with perfect clarity mids. Both magnetic gaps are also equipped with two separated single demodulating rings. This unique features, makes the 10NTLW3500 the perfect component for highest quality line arrays and two way systems without the need of a midband dedicated component. DATENBLATT

The 10NTLW3500 represents the last add on to the dual gap family, which is the state of the art of 18sound components and technology for high power, finest quality applications.The dual gap technology comes directly from the Tetracoil motor structure and applies its benefits to a wider frequency band, making the 10NTLW3500 capable of working perfectly both as a woofer and as a midbass with unmatched power and the lowest distortion/pressure ratio in this dimension.Optimized thermal conductivity allows great power handling (up to 1600 watts), the extremely balanced Bl shape together with the ultra linear suspension, maximizes Spl keeping the lowest intermodulation distortion in the market, giving the 10NTLW3500 the amazing capability of reproducing a deep and full low end, together with perfect clarity mids. Both magnetic gaps are also equipped with two separated single demodulating rings. This unique features, makes the 10NTLW3500 the perfect component for highest quality line arrays and two way systems without the need of a midband dedicated component.DATENBLATT

The 10NW650 is a neodymium 10 inch size woofer. The transducer has been developed in response to a specific market requirement for a light weight design that combines excellent linearity with high power handling capabilities. The 10NW650 is primarily intended for use as a low frequency driver for line-arrays as well as high quality 2-way or multiway reflex enclosures. The low pass filter might be positioned as high as 2000Hz. The high grade neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration and low power compression. The levels of force factor and power handling are, as a consequence, at the upper professional level with best power to weight ratio. The 65mm Ø state-of-the-art, edgewound aluminum wire voice coil is wound on a high strength fiberglas former. The voice coil is cooled through airways placed between the chassis back plate and the magnet faceplate and carefully designed ventilation ducts made into the metal back plate. The curvilinear paper cone is formed using a special high strength wood pulp, designed to achieve the best possible rigidity and stiffness. Due to the increasing use during outdoor audio events, the ability to perform in humid environments is an extra key feature of the 10NW650. This is achieved trough an exclusively developed cone treatment which renders the cone humidity repellent while does not increasing the total moving speaker mass. In addition, a special epoxy treatment is applied to the top and back plates making the transducer far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 10NW650 is a neodymium 10 inch size woofer. The transducer has been developed in response to a specific market requirement for a light weight design that combines excellent linearity with high power handling capabilities. The 10NW650 is primarily intended for use as a low frequency driver for line-arrays as well as high quality 2-way or multiway reflex enclosures. The low pass filter might be positioned as high as 2000Hz. The high grade neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration and low power compression. The levels of force factor and power handling are, as a consequence, at the upper professional level with best power to weight ratio. The 65mm Ø state-of-the-art, edgewound aluminum wire voice coil is wound on a high strength fiberglas former. The voice coil is cooled through airways placed between the chassis back plate and the magnet faceplate and carefully designed ventilation ducts made into the metal back plate. The curvilinear paper cone is formed using a special high strength wood pulp, designed to achieve the best possible rigidity and stiffness. Due to the increasing use during outdoor audio events, the ability to perform in humid environments is an extra key feature of the 10NW650. This is achieved trough an exclusively developed cone treatment which renders the cone humidity repellent while does not increasing the total moving speaker mass. In addition, a special epoxy treatment is applied to the top and back plates making the transducer far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

18 Sound’s 10NW750 neodymium low frequency transducer is a state-of-the-art 10-inch woofer that combines excellent linearity with high power handling capabilities (900 W) and reduced power compression. The external neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration and excellent heat exchange. The 75mm (3 in) inside outside aluminum voice coil employs Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology. A sophisticated distortion reduction system has been implemented using a demodulating ring for flux modulation cancellation related to voice coil excursion, together with a copper ring for the reduction of intermodulation distortion. The cone is treated against extremely aggressive environment conditions. The compact size makes the 10NW750 an ideal choice for high performance line arrays and compact two-way systems. DATENBLATT

18 Sound’s 10NW750 neodymium low frequency transducer is a state-of-the-art 10-inch woofer that combines excellent linearity with high power handling capabilities (900 W) and reduced power compression. The external neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration and excellent heat exchange. The 75mm (3 in) inside outside aluminum voice coil employs Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology. A sophisticated distortion reduction system has been implemented using a demodulating ring for flux modulation cancellation related to voice coil excursion, together with a copper ring for the reduction of intermodulation distortion. The cone is treated against extremely aggressive environment conditions. The compact size makes the 10NW750 an ideal choice for high performance line arrays and compact two-way systems. DATENBLATT

The 10W500 is a low frequency driver designed to satisfy the need for a 10" ferrite loudspeaker combining excellent linearity with good sensitivity and power handling characteristics. The transducer is the evolution of the 10W400, and is primarily recommended for compact bass reflex systems in enclosures as small as 25 lt. The paper curvilinear cone is carried by a dampened linen, triple roll front suspension to control vibration modes that ensures good travel control and linear excursion. The 50 mm diameter copper wire voice coil employs the Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology, where a high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces to achieve a mass balanced coil. This results in an extremely linear motor assembly which, in conjunction with the highly advanced design of the magnetic structure, provides a high force factor or BL. Another feature of 10W500 is the fine air channels between the chassis back plate and the top plate of the magnet, which draw heated air out from the voice coil gap and dissipate the energy through the chassis casting. The top and back plates of the magnet assembly have been designed to optimise flux density and BL factor in the air gap using our in-house FEA CAD facility. DATENBLATT

18 Sound’s 10W650 ceramic low frequency transducer is a 10-inch woofer that combines excellent linearity with high power handling capabilities (700 W) and reduced power compression. The 65mm (2.5 in) state-of-the-art voice coil assembly incorporates a fine edge-wound aluminum wire together with a strong fiberglas former to get the necessary force factor, mass lightness and high power handling. The voice coil is cooled using airways between the chassis back plate and the magnet face plate, which allow heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipated by the chassis basket. This technology is another product of 3D CAD resource application by our engineers. The magnetic structure has also been optimized using our in-house FEA CAD resource which has maximized the flux density in the voice coil gap.  A distortion reduction system has been implemented using a demodulating ring for flux modulation cancellation related to voice coil excursion. The cone is treated against extremely aggressive environment conditions and is carried by a double half-roll suspension composed of a material which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials, providing the correct damping and excursion control. DATENBLATT

18 Sound’s 10W650 ceramic low frequency transducer is a 10-inch woofer that combines excellent linearity with high power handling capabilities (700 W) and reduced power compression. The 65mm (2.5 in) state-of-the-art voice coil assembly incorporates a fine edge-wound aluminum wire together with a strong fiberglas former to get the necessary force factor, mass lightness and high power handling. The voice coil is cooled using airways between the chassis back plate and the magnet face plate, which allow heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipated by the chassis basket. This technology is another product of 3D CAD resource application by our engineers. The magnetic structure has also been optimized using our in-house FEA CAD resource which has maximized the flux density in the voice coil gap.  A distortion reduction system has been implemented using a demodulating ring for flux modulation cancellation related to voice coil excursion. The cone is treated against extremely aggressive environment conditions and is carried by a double half-roll suspension composed of a material which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials, providing the correct damping and excursion control. DATENBLATT

The 12LW1400 is an extended low frequency loudspeaker which sets a new industry standard in 12" (300 mm) 4" voice coil high performance transducers, already accomplished by the 15LW1400 and 18LW1400 respectively. The transducer has been designed for subwoofer or low frequency component usage in multi-way systems where considerable amounts of power and low distortion are needed. 12LW1400 is ideally suited for very high loading cabinets, such as bandpass, horn loaded or compact reflex configurations. In its reflex configuration, 12LW1400 can be used in extremely compact enclosures (30 - 60 lt), making it the ideal choice for touring applications, sound reinforcement or fixed installations, including indoor and outdoor concert reinforcement systems. Maximum strength, smooth response and high displacement piston motion are obtained using Double Silicon Spider technology (DSS) and a large excursion surround. A special formulation cone material has been used to enable it to withstand high loading and high power peaks. The suspension system has been designed to give symmetric large signal behavior across the whole working range, providing low harmonic distortion at different excitation levels. An inside outside aluminum voice coil, based on Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) provides high levels of thermal stability and durability. The ISV technology is based on a high strength fiberglas former with half the coil wound on the outside and half on the inside ensuring uniform thermal dissipation on both sides. It is bonded together using unique high temperature resin adhesive to achieve a balanced and solid linear motor unit. Double Demodulation Rings (DDR) technology dramatically reduces the intermodulation and harmonic distortion whilst improving the transient response. The top plate and back plate design have been optimized for cone excursion and maximum symmetric force factor by the use of in-house FEA Magnetic simulation software. Furthermore, excellent heat dissipation has been achieved by the special basket design which incorporates air channels between the basket and magnetic top plate. The 12LW1400 exclusive cone treatment improves pulp strength and gives water repellent properties to both sides of the cone. In addition, the special coating of both the top and back plates makes them far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization than standard zinc-coated treatment.DATENBLATT

The 12LW800 is a low frequency loudspeaker which sets a new industry standard in 12" (300mm) Ø high performance transducers, achieving a remarkable 42Hz downwards extension with 96dB average sensitivity, handling peak power levels of 4000W with remarkably low distortion and excellent transient response. The 12LW800 is intended as the low bass or sub-woofer component, either in highly compact reflex, bandpass or horn loaded configurations, to provide clean, linear  frequency reproduction at high power levels, or as part of a compact high power fullrange system. In its reflex configuration it can be used in extremely compact enclosures (40 - 70lt) making it ideally suited to portable applications such as road shows and bass musical instruments, for “wedge” stage monitors, etc. The high excursion capabilities of the double-action roll surround and suspension system, in conjunction with the Eighteen Sound Double Silicon Spider (DSS), has enabled the 12LW800 to achieve very high levels of linear travel for a 12" unit. The carbon fibre reinforced curvilinear ribbed cone, with its custom design surround, assures smooth response and exceptional strength with maximum reliability under high mechanical stress. The 75mm Ø state-of-the-art voice coil is similar to that fitted to our 18LW1400 top-of-the-range model. It employs our Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) in which a high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces to achieve a mass balanced coil and providing a uniform motive drive. This, in conjunction with the use of unique high temperature resin adhesives, results in an extremely linear motor assembly with reduced tendency to break-up under high drive conditions. Excellent heat dissipation is achieved by the incorporation of air channels between the basket and top plate. Maximum flux concentration and force factor in the gap is assured by the unique shape and design of the face and back plates, these having been researched and designed using our in-house Magnetic Flux FEA CAD resource. With the increasing use of high power audio systems at outdoor events or in a marine environment, the ability to perform properly under inclement weather conditions is another part of the Eighteen Sound philosophy. This is achieved by means of an exclusive cone treatment improving pulp strength and giving water repellent properties to the cone. In addition, special treatment of both the face and back plates results in a product which is far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidisation than any other treatment in use.DATENBLATT

The 12LW801 is a 12" low frequency driver, achieving high SPL at low frequencies with reduced THD. The 12LW801 has been designed for use as a low bass or sub-woofer component, in either highly compact reflex, bandpass or horn loaded configurations. It provides clean, linear frequency reproduction at high power levels, or as part of a compact high power fullrange system. In its reflex configuration, it can be used in extremely compact enclosures (40 – 70 lt), making it ideal for portable applications, such as road shows or use with bass musical instruments. The high excursion capabilities of the double-action roll surround and suspension system, in conjunction with Eighteen Sound’s Double Silicon Spider technology (DSS), enable the 12LW801 to achieve exceptionally high levels of linear travel for a 12" unit. With its custom design surround, the carbon fiber reinforced curvilinear ribbed cone assures smooth response and exceptional strength, with maximum reliability under high mechanical stress. The 75 mm state-of-the-art voice coil is similar to that of our 18LW1400 top-of-the-range model. It employs Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV), in which a high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both its outer and inner surfaces, resulting in a mass balanced coil and providing a uniform motive drive. This, in conjunction with the use of unique high temperature resin adhesives, creates an extremely linear motor assembly with a reduced tendency for break-up under hard drive conditions. Excellent heat dissipation has been achieved by incorporating air channels between the basket and the top plate. Maximum flux concentration and force factor in the gap is assured by the unique shape and design of the top and back plates, designed using our in-house Magnetic Flux FEA CAD resource. Due to the increasing use of high power audio systems at outdoor events or in marine environments, the ability to perform properly under inclement weather conditions is an essential part of the Eighteen Sound philosophy. This is achieved using an exclusive cone treatment which improves pulp strength and gives water repellent properties to the cone. In addition, a special treatment is applied to the top and back plates making the loudspeaker resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization. This treatment is more effective than after any other treatment in use today.DATENBLATT

The 12MB1000 is a very high performance 12" midbass driver. It offers high power handlingcapability with exceptional sensitivity over the midbass frequency range. It can be used witheither direct radiating or horn loaded applications, as well as part of a 2 or 3-way system. It isideally used in stage monitor, auditorium, touring and outdoor systems. The smooth curvilinearpaper cone has a special high strength wood pulp composition designed to achieve the bestpossible linearity within the middle frequency range and to control bell-mode resonancesaround the cone. The cone is carried by a double half-roll suspension, which is more resistant toaging and fatigue than traditional materials, and provides the correct dampening and excursioncontrol. The state-of-the-art voice coil employs our Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV)technology, in which a high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both the outer andinner surfaces. By mean of a balanced coil with uniform distribution of mass and motive energy,this technology assures an extremely linear motor assembly. The voice coil cooling has beenachieved by incorporating airways between the chassis back plate and the top plate of themagnet which allow heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipatedby the chassis basket. This technology is the result of a meticulous design exercise using asophisticated in-house 3D CAD facility. The magnetic structure has also been optimized usingour in-house FEA CAD resource to maximize flux density in the voice coil gap. Eighteen SoundR&D has developed a special cone treatment specifically dedicated to improve the dampeningproperties of the moving assembly, thus considerably improving the transient response control.This treatment also gives water repellent properties to the cone, enabling the 12MB1000 to beused in humid environments without damage.DATENBLATT

The 12MB650 is a high sensitivity midbass driver with 800W program power handling capabilities. The 12MB650 can be used as either a bass/mid driver in compact 2-way reflex enclosures or in high quality stage monitor applications. Eighteen Sound engineers have obtained the best possible results with today's available materials in terms of clean and undistorted LF reproduction at a ultra high SPL, with the lowest possible power compression figure. Its curvilinear paper cone made from a special high strength wood pulp, has been designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its intended frequency range and to control bell-mode resonances around the cone circumference. The cone is carried by a triple roll suspension formed of a linen-like material, which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials. The 65 mm (2.5 in) diameter state-of-the-art voice coil is made with edgewound aluminum wire winded over a high strength fiberglas former. This results in an extremely linear motor assembly with a reduced tendency for eccentric behavior when driven hard. Voice coil cooling has been achieved by incorporating airways between the chassis back plate and the top plate of the magnet, allowing heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipated by the chassis basket. Special attention was given to the optimization of air flow into the gap without introducing audible noise. A special low-density material air diffractor placed into the heatsink acts as a cooling system, increasing the power handling capability and lowering the power compression figure. The magnetic structure has been optimized using FEA CAD resource, maximizing the flux density in the voice coil gap. Due to the increasing use of high power audio systems at outdoor events or in marine environments, the ability to perform properly under inclement weather conditions is a key feature in Eighteen Sound philosophy. Hence, an exclusive treatment has been applied to the cone giving it water repellent properties. In addition, another special treatment has been applied to the top and back plates making the transducer far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 12MB700 is a very high sensitivity (101.5 dB 1W/1m) midbass driver with high power handling capabilities. The 12MB700 can be used as either a bass/mid driver in compact 2-way reflex enclosures or as a direct radiating or horn loaded, dedicated midrange driver, in multi-way touring and fixed installation concert and arena systems. Its curvilinear paper cone made from a special high strength wood pulp, has been designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its intended frequency range and to control bell-mode resonances around the cone circumference. The cone is carried by a multiroll suspension formed of a linen-like material, which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials. The 75 mm diameter state-of-the-art voice coil is similiar to those fitted to our top-of-the-range 18" and 15" models but it is wound with aluminum wire. It employs our Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology in which a high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces to achieve a mass balanced coil. This results in an extremely linear motor assembly with a reduced tendency for eccentric behavior when driven hard. The excellent performance capabilities of this loudspeaker are further enhanced by the Double Demodulating Rings (DDR) designed to dramatically reduce the intermodulation and harmonic distortion and improve transient response. The magnetic structure has been optimized using FEA CAD resource, maximizing the flux density in the voice coil gap. Voice coil cooling has been achieved by incorporating airways between the chassis back plate and the top plate of the magnet, allowing heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipated by the chassis basket. Due to the increasing use of high power audio systems at outdoor events or in marine environments, the ability to perform properly under inclement weather conditions is a key feature in Eighteen Sound philosophy. Hence, an exclusive treatment has been applied to the cone giving it water repellent properties. In addition, another special treatment has been applied to the top and back plates making the transducer far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 12MB700 is a very high sensitivity (101.5 dB 1W/1m) midbass driver with high power handling capabilities. The 12MB700 can be used as either a bass/mid driver in compact 2-way reflex enclosures or as a direct radiating or horn loaded, dedicated midrange driver, in multi-way touring and fixed installation concert and arena systems. Its curvilinear paper cone made from a special high strength wood pulp, has been designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its intended frequency range and to control bell-mode resonances around the cone circumference. The cone is carried by a multiroll suspension formed of a linen-like material, which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials. The 75 mm diameter state-of-the-art voice coil is similiar to those fitted to our top-of-the-range 18" and 15" models but it is wound with aluminum wire. It employs our Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology in which a high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces to achieve a mass balanced coil. This results in an extremely linear motor assembly with a reduced tendency for eccentric behavior when driven hard. The excellent performance capabilities of this loudspeaker are further enhanced by the Double Demodulating Rings (DDR) designed to dramatically reduce the intermodulation and harmonic distortion and improve transient response. The magnetic structure has been optimized using FEA CAD resource, maximizing the flux density in the voice coil gap. Voice coil cooling has been achieved by incorporating airways between the chassis back plate and the top plate of the magnet, allowing heated air from the voice coil and gap to be channeled away and dissipated by the chassis basket. Due to the increasing use of high power audio systems at outdoor events or in marine environments, the ability to perform properly under inclement weather conditions is a key feature in Eighteen Sound philosophy. Hence, an exclusive treatment has been applied to the cone giving it water repellent properties. In addition, another special treatment has been applied to the top and back plates making the transducer far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 12NCX750 is a 12" neodymium coaxial transducer designed for use in compact reflex enclosures and stage monitors as small as 40 lt with a nominal dispersion of 80 degrees. The curvilinear profile LF cone provides smooth response within its intended frequency range thanks to its high damping pulp composition.The 75mm (3in) LF copper voice coil employs Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology, in which a high strength former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces. This results in a balanced coil with a uniform distribution of mass and motive energy and an extremely linear motor assembly. The low distortion and sound quality are further improved by an aluminum demodulating ring (SDR technology) that flatten LF impedance and phase with constant power transfer.Equipped with proprietary hybrid radial tangerine phase plug, the integrated HF compression driver has been designed to give smooth coherent wavefront in the horn entrance in all working frequency range with an high level of manufacturing consistency. The phase plug, with its short openings and high flare rate value, assures low distortion and remarkable improvements in mid-high frequency reproduction. A copper sleeve reduces inductance value above 10 kHz, improving phase and impedance linearisation. The 2.4" diameter HF diaphragm assembly uses a high strength, high temperature treated Nomex voice coil former joined directly to the titanium diaphragm on its upper bend edge, assuring extended frequency energy transfer. This improves linearity and shows unparalleled reliability when compared with a straight former joint. A specific HF exit profile design has been chosen in order to maximize the cone’s profile coupling. The high force neodymium single magnet structure makes the 12NCX750 a lightweight speaker for its performance class - only 4,7 kg (10.36 lb). The XO12NCX dedicated passive crosssover filter is offered, making this neo coaxial speaker a ready-to-use transducer system. Due to the widespread use of high power audio systems at outdoor events, the ability to perform in adverse weather conditions is an additional key feature of the 12NCX750. This has been achieved using exclusive cone and magnet plate treatment processes which increase resistance against corrosion and make the cone water repellent.DATENBLATT

The 12NCX750H is a 12" neodymium coaxial transducer designed for use in compact reflex enclosures and stage monitors as small as 40lt with a nominal dispersion of 70x50 degrees. The curvilinear profile LF cone provides smooth response within its intended frequency range thanks to its high damping pulp composition. The 75mm (3in) LF copper voice coil employs Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology, in which a high strength former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces. This results in a balanced coil with a uniform distribution of mass and motive energy and an extremely linear motor assembly. The low distortion and sound quality are further improved by an aluminum demodulating ring (SDR technology) that flattens LF impedance and phase with constant power transfer. Equipped with a proprietary hybrid radial tangerine phase plug, the integrated HF compression driver has been designed to give a smooth, coherent wavefront at the horn entrance in all working frequency ranges with an high level of manufacturing consistency. The phase plug, with its short openings and high flare rate value, assures low distortion and remarkable improvements in mid-high frequency reproduction. A copper sleeve reduces the inductance value above 10kHz, improving phase and impedance linearization. The 2.4" diameter HF diaphragm assembly uses a high strength, high temperature treated Nomex voice coil former joined directly to the titanium diaphragm on its upper bend edge, assuring extended frequency energy transfer. This improves linearity and shows unparalleled reliability when compared with a straight former joint. A specific HF exit profile design has been chosen in order to maximize the cone’s profile coupling. The high force neodymium single magnet structure makes the 12NCX750H a lightweight speaker for its performance class - only 4.7 kg (10.36 lb). The XO12NCX dedicated passive crossover filter is provided, making this neo coaxial speaker a ready-to-use transducer system. Due to the widespread use of high power audio systems at outdoor events, the ability to perform in adverse weather conditions is an additional key feature of the 12NCX750H. This has been achieved using exclusive cone and magnet plate treatment processes which increase resistance against corrosion and make the cone water repellent.DATENBLATT

The 12NCX910 is a 12" diameter neodymium coaxial transducer designed for use in compact reflex enclosures and stage monitors as small as 25 lt with a nominal dispersion of 80 degrees.The curvilinear profile LF cone provides smooth response within its intended frequency range thanks to its high damping pulp composition.The 75 mm (3 in) LF copper voice coil employs our Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology, in which a high strength former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces. This results in a balanced coil with a uniform distribution of mass and motive energy and an extremely linear motor assembly.The low distortion and sound quality are further improved by an aluminum demodulating ring (SDR technology) that flatten LF impedance and phase with a constant power transfer. Equipped with proprietary architecture, the integrated HF compression driver has been designed to give smooth coherent wavefront in the horn entrance in all working frequency range and high level manufacturing consistency, assuring low distortion and remarkable improvements in mid-high frequency reproduction. A copper ring on the pole piece reduces the inductance figure of frequencies above 10 kHz, improving phase and impedance linearization.The 3" diameter HF diaphragm assembly uses a high strength, high temperature treated Nomex voice coil former joined directly to the titanium diaphragm on its upper bend edge, assuring extended frequency energy transfer. This improves linearity and shows unparalleled reliability when compared with a straight former joint.A specific HF exit profile design has been chosen in order to maximize the cone’s profile coupling.Due to the widespread use of high power audio systems at outdoor events, the ability to perform in adverse weather conditions is an additional key feature of the 12NCX910. This has been achieved using exclusive cone and magnet plate treatment processes which increase resistance against corrosion and make the cone water repellent.DATENBLATT

The 12NCX910N is a 12" diameter neodymium coaxial transducer designed for use in compact reflex enclosures and stage monitors as small as 25 lt with a nominal dispersion of 80 degrees.The curvilinear profile LF cone provides smooth response within its intended frequency range thanks to its high damping pulp composition.The 75 mm (3 in) LF copper voice coil employs our Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology, in which a high strength former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces. This results in a balanced coil with a uniform distribution of mass and motive energy and an extremely linear motor assembly.The low distortion and sound quality are further improved by an aluminum demodulating ring (SDR technology) that flatten LF impedance and phase with a constant power transfer. Equipped with proprietary architecture, the integrated HF compression driver has been designed to give smooth coherent wavefront in the horn entrance in all working frequency range and high level manufacturing consistency, assuring low distortion and remarkable improvements in mid-high frequency reproduction. A copper ring on the pole piece reduces the inductance figure of frequencies above 10 kHz, improving phase and impedance linearization.The 3" diameter HF diaphragm assembly uses a high strength, high temperature treated Nomex voice coil former joined directly to the titanium diaphragm which is treated with our proprietary nitride coat to improve stiffness, assuring extended frequency energy transfer. This improves linearity and shows unparalleled reliability when compared with a straight former joint.A specific HF exit profile design has been chosen in order to maximize the cone’s profile coupling.Due to the widespread use of high power audio systems at outdoor events, the ability to perform in adverse weather conditions is an additional key feature of the 12NCX910N. This has been achieved using exclusive cone and magnet plate treatment processes which increase resistance against corrosion and make the cone water repellent.DATENBLATT

The 12ND610 has been specifically designed for use either as a midbass driver in compact 2-way reflex enclosures or as a direct radiating or horn loaded, dedicated midrange driver, in multi-way touring and fixed installation concert and arena systems.The neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange because the external magnet configuration is considerably more efficient than traditional under-pole magnet topology.Consequently, high levels of force factor and power handling with an optimum power to weight ratio have been achieved.Direct coupling of the special design basket and magnetic assembly with the large heat sink facilitates thermal flux through the ambient air, increasing the power handling capabilities and lowering the power compression.The curvilinear paper cone has been created with a special high strength wood pulp designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its intended frequency range and to control bell-mode resonances around the cone circumference. The cone is carried by a multiroll suspension formed from a linen-like material which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials.The 12ND610 implements Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil technology (ISV), in which an aluminum coil is wound inside and outside a high strength fiberglas former, providing a better thermal and mechanical performance than conventional coils.A proprietary humidity-block cone treatment makes the transducer suitable for outdoor use in adverse weather conditions. In addition, a special coating applied to both the top and back plates makes the 12ND610 far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 12ND610 is an extremely high output neodymium mid-bass transducer perfect for high quality professional systems. It has been designed for midrange and midbass frequency reproduction in horn-loaded, as well as bass-reflex compact enclosures. The transducer's extremely powerful neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange. The levels of force factor and power handling result in the best power to weight ratio on the market today. 12ND610 curvilinear paper cone has been designed by 18 Sound engineers with a special high-strength wood pulp to achieve the best possible linearity within its intended frequency range and to control bell-mode resonances around the cone circumference. Its cone is capable of carrying significant loadings thanks to a dedicated reinforcing treatment. The cone is carried by a multiroll suspension built from a linen-like material, which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials. The 75 mm (3 in) state-of-the-art inside outside voice coil is similar to the one fitted to our top-of-the-range 18" and 15" models but it's wound with aluminum wire. It employs the Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) technology in which a high strength fiberglas former carries windings on both the outer and inner surfaces to achieve a mass balanced coil. The final result is an extremely linear motor assembly with a reduced tendency for eccentric behavior when driven hard. A proprietary humidity-block cone treatment makes the transducer suitable for outdoor use in adverse weather conditions. In addition, a special coating applied to both the top and back plates makes the 12ND610 far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization. DATENBLATT

The 12ND710 has been specifically designed for use either as a midbass driver in compact 2-way reflex enclosures or as a direct radiating or horn loaded, dedicated midrange driver, in multi-way touring and fixed installation concert and arena systems.The neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange because the external magnet configuration is considerably more efficient than traditional under-pole magnet topology.Consequently, high levels of force factor and power handling with an optimum power to weight ratio have been achieved.Direct coupling of the special design basket and magnetic assembly with the large heat sink facilitates thermal flux through the ambient air, increasing the power handling capabilities and lowering the power compression.The curvilinear paper cone has been created with a special high strength wood pulp designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its intended frequency range and to control bell-mode resonances around the cone circumference. The cone is carried by a multiroll suspension formed from a linen-like material which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials.The already low distortion and sound quality are further improved by the use of Double Demodulating Rings technology (DDR) designed to dramatically reduce the intermodulation and harmonic distortion and improve the transient response.The 12ND710 implements Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil technology (ISV), in which an aluminum coil is wound inside and outside a high strength fiberglas former, providing a better thermal and mechanical performance than conventional coils.A proprietary humidity-block cone treatment makes the transducer suitable for outdoor use in adverse weather conditions. In addition, a special coating applied to both the top and back plates makes the 12ND710 far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 12ND710 has been specifically designed for use either as a midbass driver in compact 2-way reflex enclosures or as a direct radiating or horn loaded, dedicated midrange driver, in multi-way touring and fixed installation concert and arena systems.The neodymium magnet assembly assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange because the external magnet configuration is considerably more efficient than traditional under-pole magnet topology.Consequently, high levels of force factor and power handling with an optimum power to weight ratio have been achieved.Direct coupling of the special design basket and magnetic assembly with the large heat sink facilitates thermal flux through the ambient air, increasing the power handling capabilities and lowering the power compression.The curvilinear paper cone has been created with a special high strength wood pulp designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its intended frequency range and to control bell-mode resonances around the cone circumference. The cone is carried by a multiroll suspension formed from a linen-like material which is more resistant to aging and fatigue than traditional materials.The already low distortion and sound quality are further improved by the use of Double Demodulating Rings technology (DDR) designed to dramatically reduce the intermodulation and harmonic distortion and improve the transient response.The 12ND710 implements Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil technology (ISV), in which an aluminum coil is wound inside and outside a high strength fiberglas former, providing a better thermal and mechanical performance than conventional coils.A proprietary humidity-block cone treatment makes the transducer suitable for outdoor use in adverse weather conditions. In addition, a special coating applied to both the top and back plates makes the 12ND710 far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT

The 12ND730 transducer has been designed to meet market demand for high output woofers, capable of providing deep bottom-end in bandpass, horn or small reflex enclosures. The level of distortion is kept very low within its application range. The 12ND730 is suitable for high loading enclosures, such as subwoofers or 2-way system reflex enclosures when coupled with a 1.4"-2" compression driver. The neodymium magnet assembly developed by Eighteen Sound engineers assures high flux concentration, low power compression and excellent heat exchange since the external magnet configuration is considerably more efficient than traditional under-pole magnet topology. This results in high levels of force factor and power handling with an optimum power to weight ratio. The deep profile curvilinear cone, made from a special high strength wood pulp has been designed to achieve the best possible linearity within its frequency range. The cone surround made from a linen-like material is highly resistant to aging and fatigue. The in-house developed cone treatment is fully water repellent and also gives a significant degree of rigidity to the cone. The 75 mm Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV) assembly is wound on a strong fiberglas former that improves force transmission and thermal power handling. The 4 threaded backplate holes give the user the possibility to insert an external-customised heat sink if further heat dissipation is required. A special coating applied to both the top and back plates makes the 12ND730 far more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization.DATENBLATT