Epique E150HE-44

The Epique E150HE-44 is a sophisticated 5" (13cm) midrange driver from Dayton Audio. This innovative midrange driver is known for its outstanding performance characteristics thanks to its revolutionary MMAG dual-gap motor, a carbon fiber diaphragm, and a maximum excursion of 14 mm. With comprehensive inductance control and significant ventilation, the Epique E150HE-44 delivers smooth reproduction with minimal distortion, even when pushed to its limits. With its impressive versatility, you are able to develop highly precise and sound-accurate systems, making it one of the leading concepts in the market for 5" midrange drivers.

HighLights

• The patented dual-gap MMAG motor design ensures exceptional linearity and minimal distortion.
• Light, damped carbon fiber membrane delivers remarkably uniform reproduction up to 45 degrees off-axis.
• Incredible linear travel of 14 mm for class-leading bass extension and control
• Extensive inductance control extends the high-frequency range and helps reduce distortion.
• Significant ventilation keeps the voice coil cool and minimizes power compression.
• Two 4-ohm voice coils allow for a variety of wiring configurations and flexibility.
• Incredible versatility, top-notch performance as a subwoofer or woofer in 2-way designs.

Details

• The Epique E150HE-44 5-1/2" carbon fiber membrane subwoofer from Dayton Audio sets new standards in terms of versatility, distortion, and response behavior in small speakers, combining world-class performance with a reasonable price. This dual voice coil driver uses a patented MMAG dual gap motor assembly for unparalleled linear excursion capability, creating compact systems with more bass output and lower distortion than ever before. With its carbon fiber membrane, dual voice coils, custom suspension, FEA-optimized motor, aluminum die-cast frame, generous ventilation, and extensive inductance control, the E150HE-44 sets new benchmarks for a 5-1/2" driver. With its exceptional performance ranging from small subwoofers to 2-way designs, this versatile driver will redefine the possibilities of compact speaker systems.

Note

• This is a driver with two voice coils and 4 ohms per voice coil. The specifications were measured with the voice coils connected in series.

properties

• Subwoofer Series: EPIQUE by Dayton Audio
• Nominal diameter: 5-1/2"
• Load capacity (RMS): 200 Watts
• Load capacity (max): 400 Watts
• Impedance (Z) : 8 Ohm (2x4 Ohm)
• Sensitivity: 83.3dB 2.83V/1m
• Frequency response: 30 to 4,000Hz
• Coil diameter: 1.5"
• Direct current resistance (Re) : 6.6Ω
• Swinging coil induction (Le) : 1.6mH
• Resonance frequency (Fs) : 40Hz
• Mechanical Quality (Qms) : 2.94
• Electrical quality (Qes) : 0.45
• Total Quality (Qts) : 0.39
• Moving mass (Mms): 26.6g
• Suspension compliance (Cms): 0.6mm/N
• Membrane area (Sd) : 95cm²
• Power factor (BL) : 9.8T·m
• Equivalent volume (Vas): 7.64l
• Maximum deflection (Xmax) : 14.7mm
• Cone / Diaphragm Material : Carbon Fiber
• Sick Material: Santoprene®
• Oscillator coil form material: Aluminum
• Basket / Frame Material: Cast Aluminum
• Magnet material: Ferrite
• Outer diameter: 15.24cm
• Total depth: 10.4cm
• Cutout diameter: 12.7cm
• Mounting holes: 4
• Diameter of the mounting hole: 5.5