Dayton Audio Reference RS225 8" (20cm) mid-bass driver

  • Impedance options: 4 Ohm/8 Ohm, power handling: max. 160 Watts.
  • Frequency response: 35-2,300 Hz, Sensitivity: 91 dB @ 2.83V/1m.
  • Aluminum cone, rubber surround, cast aluminum frame, ferrite magnet.
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Reference RS225 by Dayton Audio

Discover the Reference RS225, an 8-inch midwoofer from Dayton Audio, known for its outstanding performance and quality. This midwoofer, part of the renowned Dayton Audio Reference Series, offers powerful 4 and 8 Ohm impedance options and sets new standards for high-performance speaker drivers. Equipped with a black anodized cone, a robust 6-hole cast frame, a low-loss rubber surround, and a massive aluminum phase plug, the RS225 delivers exceptional performance and durability. Its quality and design make it the perfect choice for both series pairs in MTM and center speakers.

Highlights

  • 4 Ohm and 8 Ohm impedance are perfect for series pairs in MTMs and center speakers
  • Excellent car audio mid/bass driver
  • High-quality, low-distortion motor with two shorting paths to reduce inductance
  • Designed and manufactured in the USA

The Dayton Audio Reference Series sets new benchmarks in high-performance speaker drivers. By using a low-distortion motor system with two shorting paths and a stiff aluminum cone, the Reference Series drivers outperform drivers costing many times their price. The low-distortion characteristics and high excursion provide exceptional clarity, detail, and dynamics. The woofer features a black anodized cone, a high-strength 6-hole cast frame, a low-loss rubber surround, and a massive aluminum phase plug.

Features of the RS225-4

  • 8-inch midwoofer
  • Power handling: 80 Watts RMS
  • Max power handling: 160 Watts
  • Impedance (Z): 4 Ohms
  • Sensitivity: 91 dB @ 2.83V/1m
  • Frequency response: 35 - 2,300 Hz
  • Voice coil diameter: 38 mm
  • DC resistance (Re): 3.2 Ohms
  • Voice coil inductance (Le): 0.49 mH @ 1 kHz
  • Resonant frequency (Fs): 33 Hz
  • Mechanical Q factor (Qms): 2.02
  • Electrical Q factor (Qes): 0.52
  • Total Q factor (Qts): 0.41
  • Moving mass (mms): 32.2g
  • Suspension compliance (Cms): 0.72 mm/N
  • Cone area (Sd): 213.8 cm²
  • Displacement volume (Vd): 128.2 cm³
  • Force factor (BL): 6.38 Tm
  • Equivalent volume (Vas): 46.4 liters
  • Maximum excursion (Xmax): 6.0 mm
  • Cone material: Black anodized aluminum cone
  • Surround material: Rubber
  • Voice coil wire material: Copper
  • Voice coil former material: Aluminum
  • Basket/frame material: Cast aluminum
  • Magnet material: Ferrite
  • Outer diameter: 223 mm
  • Total depth: 92 mm
  • Cutout diameter: 184 mm
  • Mounting holes: 6
  • Sealed enclosure volume: 14.15 liters
  • Sealed F3: 70 Hz
  • Bass reflex volume: 45.87 liters
  • Bass reflex F3: 36 Hz

Features of the RS225-8

  • 8-inch midwoofer
  • Power handling: 80 Watts RMS
  • Max power handling: 160 Watts
  • Impedance (Z): 8 Ohms
  • Sensitivity: 86.8 dB @ 2.83V/1m
  • Frequency response: 28 - 2,400 Hz
  • Voice coil diameter: 38 mm
  • DC resistance (Re): 6.5 Ohms
  • Voice coil inductance (Le): 0.86 mH @ 1 kHz
  • Resonant frequency (Fs): 28.3 Hz
  • Mechanical Q factor (Qms): 1.46
  • Electrical Q factor (Qes): 0.51
  • Total Q factor (Qts): 0.38
  • Moving mass (mms): 35.8g
  • Suspension compliance (Cms): 0.88 mm/N
  • Cone area (Sd): 213.8 cm²
  • Displacement volume (Vd): 149.7 cm³
  • Force factor (BL): 9.05 Tm
  • Equivalent volume (Vas): 56.8 liters
  • Maximum excursion (Xmax): 7.0 mm
  • Cone material: Black anodized aluminum cone
  • Surround material: Rubber
  • Voice coil wire material: Copper
  • Voice coil former material: Aluminum
  • Basket/frame material: Cast aluminum
  • Magnet material: Ferrite
  • Outer diameter: 223 mm
  • Total depth: 89 mm
  • Cutout diameter: 184 mm
  • Mounting holes: 6
  • Sealed enclosure volume: 12.45 liters
  • Sealed F3: 66 Hz
  • Bass reflex volume: 33.13 liters
  • Bass reflex F3: 38 Hz

Dayton Audio Reference RS225 Datenblatt

Frequent questions about Reference RS225


Welche Impedanzoptionen bietet der Dayton Audio Reference RS225 und welche Auswirkungen haben sie auf die Leistung?

The Dayton Audio Reference RS225 speaker offers two impedance options: 4 Ohm and 8 Ohm. The 4-Ohm version has a sensitivity of 91 dB at 2.83 V/1 m and is ideal for parallel applications in MTM configurations and center speakers. In contrast, the 8-Ohm version offers a sensitivity of 86.8 dB at 2.83 V/1 m, making it ideal for series speaker connections. Both versions feature a high power handling of 80 Watts RMS and a maximum power handling of 160 Watts. The impedance affects the current draw of the speaker and thus its performance. In combination with a suitable amplifier, the appropriate impedance can optimize speaker performance, resulting in clearer and more dynamic sound.

Welche Materialien werden für die Membran und den Rahmen des Reference RS225 verwendet?

The Dayton Audio Reference RS225 uses a black anodized aluminum cone membrane, known for its strength and lightness. This material combination contributes to low-distortion playback of music, even at high volumes. The speaker's cast frame is made of aluminum, providing additional stability and lower resonances. This choice of material ensures that the speaker delivers consistent performance even in demanding acoustic environments. The use of aluminum also facilitates the heat dissipation of the voice coils, which in turn promotes the longevity of the speaker. Together, these features result in the Reference RS225 achieving outstanding sound performance in both home and car audio systems.

Welche Frequenzbereiche werden vom Reference RS225 abgedeckt?

The frequency coverage of the Dayton Audio Reference RS225 varies by model. The 4-ohm driver covers a range from 35 Hz to 2,300 Hz, while the 8-ohm model operates between 28 Hz and 2,400 Hz. This diverse frequency bandwidth allows for use as both a midrange and a woofer, especially in home theater systems where a seamless transition from high to low frequencies is required. Due to these specifications, the RS225 is ideally suited to deliver a detailed and room-filling sound that is perfect for both music lovers and movie enthusiasts. Its bandwidth allows for use in a wide variety of audio applications, making flexible integration into existing systems easily achievable.

Welche besonderen Merkmale weist der Motor des Dayton Audio RS225 auf?

The Dayton Audio Reference RS225 features a high-quality, low-distortion motor equipped with two short-circuit paths to reduce inductance. This motor design significantly minimizes distortion and contributes to clean and precise sound reproduction. The use of ferrite as the magnetic material increases the energy efficiency of the motor, resulting in enhanced power handling. Such an advanced motor design allows this speaker to process frequencies accurately and highlight sonic details that are often lost in conventional speakers. Additionally, the motor concept provides increased excursion, which expands the dynamic range and thus enables a more powerful and differentiated sound.

Wie beeinflussen die Thiele Small Parameter den Klang des Reference RS225?

The Thiele Small parameters of the Dayton Audio Reference RS225, such as mechanical quality factor (Qms), electrical quality factor (Qes), total quality factor (Qts), and resonance frequency (Fs), play a crucial role in determining the acoustic performance of the speaker. For example, the 4-ohm version of the RS225 has a Qts of 0.41 and an Fs of 33 Hz, while the 8-ohm version has a Qts of 0.38 and an Fs of 28.3 Hz. These parameters influence the bass behavior and efficiency of the speaker. A low Qts value generally means that the speaker is well-suited for sealed enclosures, resulting in tighter bass reproduction. These specific parameters help to optimally integrate the speaker into an enclosure to achieve the desired sound characteristics.

Wie installiere ich den Dayton Audio RS225 korrekt in einem Lautsprechergehäuse?

For the correct installation of the Dayton Audio RS225 in a speaker enclosure, it is important to carefully observe the dimensions. The outer diameter is 223 mm, the cutout diameter is 184 mm, and the overall depth is 92 mm (4 Ohm) or 89 mm (8 Ohm). The enclosure holes must accommodate the spacing of the six mounting holes. It is advisable to perform a suitable enclosure volume calculation. For the 4-ohm model, a closed enclosure volume of about 14.15 liters is recommended, while the 8-ohm model requires a volume of 12.45 liters. This maximizes the acoustic performance of the speaker in the corresponding enclosure configurations and ensures an aesthetically accurate reproduction of sound material.

Welche Belastbarkeit hat der Dayton Audio Reference RS225 und wie wirkt sie sich auf die Klangqualität aus?

The Dayton Audio Reference RS225 offers a power handling of 80 watts RMS and a maximum power handling of 160 watts. These capabilities allow the speaker to produce clear and distortion-free sounds even at high volumes. The high power handling ensures that the RS225 can reproduce demanding musical passages with high dynamic ranges without clipping or distortion. This level of performance is particularly advantageous in multi-speaker setups such as home theater systems, as the speaker can represent complex audio content in a balanced manner. This guarantees an impressive cinematic atmosphere with detailed, room-filling sound.

Ist der Dayton Audio RS225 mit meinem Fahrzeug kompatibel und wie wird er verbaut?

The compatibility of the Dayton Audio RS225 with vehicles primarily depends on the available space and the specific installation requirements of the vehicle. With an outer diameter of 223 mm and a mounting depth of 92 mm (4 Ohm) or 89 mm (8 Ohm), it is designed for most larger speaker cutouts. For vehicle installations, a housing or a custom baffle is recommended for optimal results. If factory doors or dashboards do not provide enough space, the construction of special installation enclosures may be necessary. Compare the dimensions of the RS225 with the specifications of your vehicle to ensure proper fit. A professional installation maximizes speaker performance and sound quality in your vehicle.

Welche Vorteile bietet der Aluminium-Phasenanschluss des RS225?

The massive aluminum phase connector of the Dayton Audio Reference RS225 offers a variety of acoustic advantages. Primarily, it reduces mechanical distortions that typically occur at high displacements by minimizing phase anomalies in sound reproduction. This leads to improved sound clarity and a more homogeneous sound radiation. The phase connector helps optimize the temperature of the voice coil, which reduces thermal stress and contributes to a longer lifespan of the speaker. The aluminum construction also provides the advantage of increased stability, positively affecting the dynamic frequency range, especially at low frequencies, where bass notes are reproduced more clearly and powerfully.

Welche Resonanzfrequenz hat der RS225 und weshalb ist sie wichtig?

The resonance frequency (Fs) is a crucial parameter of the Dayton Audio Reference RS225. For the 4-ohm model, it is 33 Hz, and for the 8-ohm model, it is 28.3 Hz. This frequency indicates the point at which the speaker begins to vibrate spontaneously and operates most efficiently. A low resonance frequency, like that of the RS225, favors deep bass reproduction and ensures that the speaker is capable of delivering authentic and powerful bass notes. The precise tuning of the speaker in the enclosure is essential to optimally utilize this resonance frequency, resulting in clean and accurate sound reproduction, especially in applications requiring low frequencies, such as in home theater or music systems.

Herstellerinformation/verantwortliche Person

Audio Components BV
Koen Pronk, Martijn Ouwerkerk
Peizerweg 97a
9727AJ Groningen
Netherlands


Contact: info@audio-components.com

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