Orb Audio Classic Two
February 3rd, 2005 | by Ian Bell
Specs
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
System Type
High-performance modular satellite/subwoofer design with acoustically-matched custom components
Total System Frequency Response
32 - 18,000hz (+/- 3dB)
30 - 20,000hz (+/- 6dB)
MOD1 & MOD2 SATELLITES
Speaker Type
Magnetically shielded full-range satellite speaker. Crossover-free design for coherent, lifelike sound.
Driver
Advanced high-excursion 3" full range polypropylene driver cone with Santoprene surround. These materials maintain their sonic characteristics over long periods of time and also through a broad range of temperatures and operating environments.
Magnet Assembly
Fully shielded, high-density neodymium magnet with proprietary voice coil in high tolerance gap to create strong, highly focused magnetic field. Compact magnet design allows for maximum free internal volume and extension of low midrange performance.
Binding Posts
Custom gold-plated brass binding posts (fits up to 14 Ga. wire)
Frequency Response
120hz - 18,000hz (+/- 3dB)
80hz - 20,000hz (+/- 6db)
Efficiency
89dB
Impedance
Mod1: 8 ohms nominal
Mod2: 4 ohms nominal*
*Mod2 is compatible with all popular receivers & amps rated at 6-8 ohms
Power Handling
15 - 110 watts RMS
Dimensions
Mod1 On Desk Stand:
4 3/16" W x 5" H x 4 7/8" D
Mod2 On Desk Stand:
4 3/16" W x 9 1/2" H x 4 7/8" D
(may also be assembled horizontally)
Mod1 No Stand:
4 3/16" W x 4 3/16" H x 4 7/8" D
Mod2 No Stand:
4 3/16" W x 8 7/8" H x 4 7/8" D
(may also be assembled horizontally)
Weight
On Desk Stands:
Mod1: 17 oz.
Mod2: 33 oz.
Construction
American carbon steel, assembled in USA
Finishes
Premium Black Metallic Powder Coat
Premium Pearl White Powder Coat
Hand Polished Steel w/ Clear Coat
Included Accessories
16 gauge American steel adjustable desk stands (available in black and white)
SUPER EIGHT SUBWOOFER
Speaker Type
High-performance ported bass-reflex design.
Port Type
Precision-tuned flared snorkel port.
Amplifier Type & Power
Custom high-power class AB amplifier with digital switching power supply for enhanced peak power output
150W (continuous)
400W (peak)
Amplifier THD
<.1% (100hz at full power)
Amplifier S/N
>95dB
Driver
Super long-throw 8" high-performance driver with composite paper/high density ABS cone. This yields rigid, lightweight design with excellent low frequency performance and increased detail and musicality.
Magnet Assembly
30 oz. ferrite magnet
Frequency Response
32-180hz (+/-3dB)
30-180hz (+/-6dB)
Adjustable Crossover (40-160hz)
Max SPL Peak
111dB
Max SPL Long-Term
107dB
Features
Phase Switch (0/180)
Adjustable Crossover (40-160hz)
Temperature protect circuitry
Auto/On/Off Power
RCA gold-plated stereo line level inputs
High level gold-plated inputs and outputs
12dB/Octave hi-pass circuit
Weight
26 lbs
Dimensions
12" H x 12" D x 12" W
(optional 1" feet included)
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