Dayton Audio Reference Series paper cone drivers combine class-leading low distortion performance with the use of a proprietary cone blend. Now with a flatter frequency response and smoother high frequency roll-off allowing for extended bandwidth and easier crossover integration.
Key Features
• Now with improved frequency response for easier crossover integration
• Three-part paper composite diaphragm featuring paper, Kevlar, and glass fibers
• Low-distortion motor, 6-hole cast frame, rubber surround, and solid aluminum phase plug
• Perfect for use as a woofer, midwoofer, or dedicated midrange driver
• 92.9 dB sensitivity and 6 mm of excursion
Now with improved frequency response – we tweaked the design and the result is a much a smoother high frequency roll-off allowing for extended bandwidth and easier crossover integration.
The performance of the original groundbreaking Reference Series from Dayton Audio, now available with a paper cone! The Reference Series Paper drivers use a proprietary paper cone formulation combining natural paper pulp and synthetic Kevlar® and glass fibers to create an advanced non-woven fiber composite that delivers the perfect combination of excellent detail and smooth, natural sonic character, plus a distinctive, classy look.
Product Specifications
Nominal Diameter 8"
Bolt Circle Diameter 8.23
Moving Mass Of Diaphragm (Mmd) 25.0
Power Handling (RMS) 80 Watts
Power Handling (MAX) 120 Watts
Impedance 4Ω
Frequency Response 35 to 5,500Hz
Sensitivity 92.9dB 2.83V/1m
Voice Coil Diameter 1.52"
Thiele-Small Parameters
Resonant Frequency (Fs) 37.7Hz
DC Resistance (Re) 3.3Ω
Voice Coil Inductance (Le) 0.51mH
Mechanical Q (Qms) 1.85
Electromagnetic Q (Qes) 0.48
Total Q (Qts) 0.38
Compliance Equivalent Volume (Vas) 1.61ft³
Mechanical Compliance of Suspension (Cms) 0.71mm/N
BL Product (BL) 6.4T·m
Maximum Linear Excursion (Xmax) 6mm
Surface Area of Cone (Sd) 213.8cm²
Materials of Construction
Cone Material Paper / Kevlar
Surround Material Rubber
Basket / Frame Material Cast Aluminum
Magnet Material Ferrite
Mounting Information
Overall Outside Diameter 8.78"
Baffle Cutout Diameter 7.24"
Depth 3.5"
# Mounting Holes 6
Optimum Cabinet Size (determined using BassBox 6 Pro High Fidelity suggestion)
Sealed Volume 0.45ft³
Sealed F3 83Hz
Vented Volume 0.97ft³
Vented F3 49Hz