I'm just getting into the DIY loudspeaker game and the driver choices are overwhelming. I'd love to hear suggestions for brands or specific drivers that really ring the bell when it comes to performance at a given cost. I've looked at a lot of Dayton Audio drivers on Parts Express, and it doesn't seem like they get topped too often, but any other suggestions would be welcome. My main priority is small woofer drivers, with the expectation that low frequency extension is likely limited, but any other general thoughts are welcomed. Thanks!
Well, considering that you posted in the Full Range section of the forums, I think it's normal you got the suggestions above.
Since you still don't want to share your design goals and budget, I think you might want to move to the Multi-Way forum and try your luck there.
You might get lucky!
To reinforce both Perceval and mikejennan’s comments, don’t be surprised to see at least a few more endorsements for the general concept of (single) full-range driver systems, and specific Mark Audio models as delivering bang for the buck.
Unless you’ve actually heard a well implemented system with such a driver, I’d counsel against dismissing the category out of hand. Of course, as Dave noted context is very important, so without understanding the application it’d be difficult for anyone to formulate a short list of candidates.
Unless you’ve actually heard a well implemented system with such a driver, I’d counsel against dismissing the category out of hand. Of course, as Dave noted context is very important, so without understanding the application it’d be difficult for anyone to formulate a short list of candidates.
Oh, wow!
That certainly narrows it down.
Why on earth are you looking for a Woofer for a 1.5 liter box? It makes no sense at all to make a multi way setup that small.
I would just start looking at 2.5" FR units fitting a closed box myself, but maybe someone else has a magic trick that can summon glorious deep bass from a milk carton or soda bottle.
Not trying to offend you, but a multi way requiring a woofer made in 1.5 liters seems to me way too much work for what you get back in sound. A small FR does it all, and quite well, at this enclosure volume. You will not get much sound under 80hz or so, but that's the price you pay.
A 2.5" FR unit is cheap, and will probably make you reasonably happy by itself.
That certainly narrows it down.
Why on earth are you looking for a Woofer for a 1.5 liter box? It makes no sense at all to make a multi way setup that small.
I would just start looking at 2.5" FR units fitting a closed box myself, but maybe someone else has a magic trick that can summon glorious deep bass from a milk carton or soda bottle.
Not trying to offend you, but a multi way requiring a woofer made in 1.5 liters seems to me way too much work for what you get back in sound. A small FR does it all, and quite well, at this enclosure volume. You will not get much sound under 80hz or so, but that's the price you pay.
A 2.5" FR unit is cheap, and will probably make you reasonably happy by itself.
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Cross overs can be a minefield so full range drivers can be very attractive.
I use Fane 12-250TC and Fane 15-300TC. (TC=Triple Cone drivers)
I have a pair of the 12's in a sealed cabinet and have got good results.
Oh, wow!
That certainly narrows it down.
Why on earth are you looking for a Woofer for a 1.5 liter box? It makes no sense at all to make a multi way setup that small.
I'm not sure it makes NO sense . . . I've already done simulations that meet my needs. I'm looking for an F3 in the 55-60 Hz range. This is to pair with an existing small portable speaker. I realize that a green sheet approach might likely go down a different path, but I don't have that luxury for this particular application.
About the "no sense", that would be my subjective opinion ofcourse.
I just think it's expensive for what you get in return
Tang Band W3-1876S 3" Mini Subwoofer
It is over 37$ each, whereas a good FR unit can be had for under half that price. Granted, it's not the same bass performance, but count in all the costs, complications of the build etc etc. It adds up.
I just think it's expensive for what you get in return
Tang Band W3-1876S 3" Mini Subwoofer
It is over 37$ each, whereas a good FR unit can be had for under half that price. Granted, it's not the same bass performance, but count in all the costs, complications of the build etc etc. It adds up.
It happens a lot, suggestions have been made to modify the title of the full range forum to say single driver (for example) nothing has come of it, don't know why.
Jimmy, I had a look around, there are two Dayton 4" that may fit your needs, but they are paper cones.
Dayton Audio DS115-8 4" Designer Series Woofer Speaker
Dayton Audio TCP115-4 4" Treated Paper Cone Midbass Woofer 4 Ohm
Dayton Audio DS115-8 4" Designer Series Woofer Speaker
Dayton Audio TCP115-4 4" Treated Paper Cone Midbass Woofer 4 Ohm
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