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Reference RS125T-8

5" (13cm) midrange driver

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Highlights

  • Power 60 watts, impedance 8 ohms, sensitivity 86.9 dB.
  • Frequency response 75-9,200 Hz, resonance frequency 76 Hz, Qts 0.50.
  • Aluminum membrane, copper ring, cast frame, ferrite magnet.
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Discover the Dayton Audio RS125T-8, a 5" (13 cm) midbass driver that sets new standards with its advanced features and high performance. With a shortened frame for easier mounting, this model combines an advanced motor design and a stiff aluminum diaphragm to outperform speakers that cost many times more. Equipped with a powerful motor and a suspension for strong bass performance, the RS125T-8 offers exceptional clarity, detail, and dynamics. A key factor that distinguishes it from other models is its low distortion, achieved through the use of a copper ring in the magnetic gap. Made in the USA, this midbass driver represents the highest quality and reliability.

HighLights

  • Cut-off casting frame, ideal for line arrays and MTM speaker designs
  • Longhub motor and suspension for strong bass performance
  • Advanced, distortion-free motor design
  • Distortion-free copper ring in the magnetic gap
  • Light, black anodized aluminum membrane
  • Developed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

The Dayton Audio Reference Series sets new standards in the field of high-performance speaker chassis. By utilizing an advanced motor system and a rigid aluminum diaphragm, the Reference Series outperforms speakers that cost many times their price. The low-distortion characteristics and high excursion provide exceptional clarity, detail fidelity, and dynamics. The woofer features a black anodized diaphragm, a highly durable cast frame, a low-loss rubber surround, a solid aluminum phase plug, a distortion-reducing copper ring in the magnetic gap, a rubber magnet sleeve, and gold terminals.

properties

  • 5" (13cm) midrange driver
  • Load capacity: 30 Watts RMS
  • Load capacity Max: 60 Watts
  • Impedance (Z): 8 Ohm
  • Sensitivity: 86.9 dB @ 2.83V/1m
  • Frequency response: 75 - 9,200 Hz
  • Winding coil diameter: 25 mm
  • Direct current resistance (Re): 6.4 Ohm
  • Inductance of the oscillating coil (Le): 0.58 mH @ 1 kHz
  • Resonance frequency (Fs): 76 Hz
  • Mechanical Grade (Qms): 2.62
  • Electrical value (Qes): 0.61
  • Total quality (Qts): 0.50
  • Moving mass (mms): 5.1g
  • Suspension compliance (Cms): 0.87 mm/N
  • Membrane area (Sd): 54.1 cm²
  • Displacement volume (Vd): 15.1 cm³
  • Power factor (BL): 5.04 tm
  • Equivalent Volume (Vas): 3.56 liters
  • Maximum deflection (Xmax): 2.8 mm
  • Material cone / membrane: Black anodized aluminum cone
  • Wulst material: Rubber
  • Winding wire material: Copper
  • Material of the coil winding: Aluminium
  • Basket/frame material: aluminum casting
  • Magnetic Material: Ferrite
  • Outer diameter: 125.5 mm
  • Total depth: 55 mm
  • Diameter of the cutout: 94 mm
  • Mounting holes: 4
  • Closed volume: 1.69 liters
  • Closed F3: 136 Hz
  • Bass reflex volume: 5.1 liters
  • Bassreflex F3: 70 Hz
The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 is a 5-inch midbass driver that impresses with its advanced technical features. Highlights include a long-stroke motor design and a rigid aluminum diaphragm that ensures strong bass performance and detail fidelity. The cut cast frame facilitates installation in line arrays and MTM speaker designs. A low-distortion copper ring in the magnetic gap minimizes distortion and significantly improves sound quality. The lower distortion and high excursion set new standards in dynamics and clarity, distinguishing it from other models in its class.
The frequency response of the Dayton Audio RS125T-8 ranges from 75 Hz to 9,200 Hz, making it suitable for both low and mid frequencies. This bandwidth allows for detailed sound reproduction while providing flexibility in various speaker applications. Particularly in the midrange, the speaker excels with its clear and accurate reproduction. The resonance frequency is at 76 Hz, which facilitates tuning in speaker enclosures. The efficient interaction between the diaphragm and motor structure ensures consistent performance across the entire frequency range.
The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 has an RMS power handling of 30 watts and can handle a maximum of 60 watts, making it ideal for compact speaker applications. It has an impedance of 8 ohms and a sensitivity of 86.9 dB at 2.83V/1m. Such performance specifications make it efficient in converting electrical signals into acoustic energy. A voice coil diameter of 25 mm and a resonance-minimizing design provide additional stability during intense use. These specifications indicate that the reference speaker is designed for precise and powerful reproduction.
The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 features a black anodized aluminum diaphragm, known for its high stiffness and low distortion. The voice coil wire is made of copper, and the voice coil former is made of aluminum, which ensures higher thermal resilience. The rubber surround provides a low-loss restoring force. The cast aluminum basket and the use of ferrite as the magnetic material support the structural integrity and performance of the speaker. These material choices significantly contribute to the overall performance and longevity of the speaker.
The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 features a cut-out frame that allows for easy installation. The outer diameter is 125.5 mm, while the cut-out diameter is 94 mm, making it easier to install in standard speaker enclosures. The overall depth of 55 mm and the four mounting holes support a stable setup. This speaker is particularly suited for use in line arrays or MTM designs. A precise fit can be ensured by pre-measuring the enclosure. Note that no specific car brands or models are mentioned, hence the universal applicability.
The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 impresses with its Thiele Small parameters, which describe important characteristics of a loudspeaker. Qms is 2.62, while Qes is 0.61, leading to a total Qts of 0.50. These numbers indicate a balanced relationship between mechanical and electrical damping. A moving mass of 5.1 g and a suspension compliance of 0.87 mm/N demonstrate the high precision of the system. The force factor, BL, is specified as 5.04 tm. These parameters help to optimally tune the loudspeaker for various applications and provide a basis for individual adjustments.
A characteristic feature of the Dayton Audio RS125T-8 is the copper ring in the magnetic gap, which helps to minimize distortion. The copper ring acts as a modified design to reduce inductive deformation in the voice coil, significantly lowering overall distortion. This minimizes high-frequency distortions that often occur in speakers, leading to enhanced sound precision and clarity. This improved technical structure allows for a more accurate perception of subtle details in music playback and ensures outstanding sound quality that is often not found in other models.
The motor of the Dayton Audio RS125T-8 features some crucial characteristics that define its performance. A long-stroke motor design combined with a powerful motor and a robust suspension ensures excellent bass reproduction. This construction provides the mid-bass driver with exceptional clarity and dynamics. The structure-relevant components have been specifically designed for low distortion, for which the additional copper ring in the magnetic gap plays a crucial role. This careful design increases the efficiency and performance of the speaker and highlights its high-performance characteristics compared to other products.
The rigid aluminum membrane of the RS125T-8 plays a crucial role in the sound reproduction of the speaker. Aluminum is known for its high stiffness and low weight, allowing for precise and rapid response to audio signals. Anodized black, the membrane reduces unwanted resonances and distortions, supporting the reproduction of clear and detailed mids and highs. This results in a clean and natural sound reproduction, which is beneficial for many audio applications. Due to this property, the RS125T-8 outperforms other speakers in its class when reproducing complex musical pieces.
The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 offers flexible adjustment options for different enclosure types. In a sealed enclosure with a volume of 1.69 liters, it achieves an F3 of 136 Hz, while in a bass reflex enclosure of 5.1 liters, an F3 of 70 Hz is reached. These parameters illustrate that despite its compact size, it can achieve impressive bass reproduction. The design allows for use in both compact and more complex speaker systems. A precise tuning of the enclosure parameters ensures maximum performance and adaptation to the respective room acoustics to achieve optimized sound profiles.

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Product Specifications

Manufacturer

Dayton Audio

Product type

5" (13cm) midrange driver

Features

  • Highlights

    • Power 60 watts, impedance 8 ohms, sensitivity 86.9 dB.
    • Frequency response 75-9,200 Hz, resonance frequency 76 Hz, Qts 0.50.
    • Aluminum membrane, copper ring, cast frame, ferrite magnet.

  • Uvp

    56

weight

0.5 kg

Technical data

Watt RMS Load Capacity

30

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Dayton Audio RS125T-8 5 Mid-Bass Driver: Buy, Highlights, and Masori Lowest Price Guarantee

The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 sets standards in the car audio world with its performance. This 5 woofer/midrange driver impresses with its combination of a shortened frame, a rigid aluminum cone, and an advanced motor design. A maximum power handling of 60 watts RMS guarantees exceptional bass performance. With an impedance of 8 ohms, the speaker integrates seamlessly into standard car audio systems. The copper ring in the magnetic gap reduces distortion, ensuring clarity and detail. With on-site installation in Frankfurt (Oder), masori.de ensures ideal installation. With the Masori Lowest Price Guarantee, you always get the best deal.

Easy-to-assemble shortened cast frame and its advantages

The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 features a shortened cast frame, facilitating installation in a variety of speaker designs. This frame is ideal for line arrays and MTM speaker configurations, allowing for flexible adaptation to various installation locations. This frame not only provides stability but also minimizes vibration, which is particularly beneficial at higher volumes. Easier installation saves time and effort, while the overall sound impression remains unchanged thanks to the frame structure. With a 94 mm cutout diameter, it can be easily adapted to common installation locations, while its compact overall depth of 55 mm allows for integration into tight spaces.

Powerful engine system with long-stroke suspension

The RS125T-8 from Dayton Audio impresses with its advanced motor system, which combines with a long-stroke suspension to produce impressive bass. This combination plays a crucial role in minimizing distortion, which is especially important for ensuring authentic sound reproduction. The exceptional 2.8 mm excursion ensures that the speaker remains clear and dynamic even at higher volumes. The long-stroke motor allows for greater diaphragm movement to process low frequencies more efficiently, resulting in a powerful bass output without compromising sound quality.

Black anodized aluminum membrane with high stiffness values

The Dayton Audio RS125T-8's cone is made of black anodized aluminum, a material known for its rigidity and durability. This type of cone gives the speaker high resistance to physical stress and ensures precise reproduction of mid- and bass frequencies. The cone's low mass and resulting high rigidity minimize sound distortion, contributing to a clearer and more detailed sound. A rigid aluminum cone also offers the advantage of being able to vibrate more efficiently, maintaining sonic clarity even under maximum load.

Copper ring in the magnetic gap for reduced sound distortion

A key feature of the Dayton Audio RS125T-8 is the copper ring in the magnetic gap, which was specifically designed to reduce distortion. This ring improves the linearity of the magnetic field, resulting in smoother movement of the voice coil at high excursions. This is especially important for mid- and high-frequency precision and increases the overall dynamic range of the speaker. In practice, lower distortion means that every nuance of the sound is faithfully reproduced. The integration of a copper ring is an advanced technique typically found in much more expensive models.

High-quality materials: rubber magnet sleeve and aluminum phase plug

The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 features a rubber magnet sleeve and a solid aluminum phase plug. These components contribute significantly to the speaker's performance and longevity. The rubber magnet sleeve effectively minimizes unwanted resonances and provides additional protection for the motor system. The aluminum phase plug improves heat dissipation and helps optimize high-frequency radiation by linearizing the acoustic performance at higher frequencies. The use of these high-quality materials not only maximizes acoustic performance but also extends the speaker's lifespan.

Sound quality with a diverse frequency response from 75 - 9200 Hz

The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 covers a wide frequency range from 75 to 9200 Hz, making it versatile for a variety of applications. This frequency response is particularly useful for reproducing both deep bass and clear highs. Such a wide frequency range enables more precise reproduction of complex pieces of music with a high density of musical detail. With a sensitivity of 86.9 dB at 2.83 V/1 m, the speaker is driven efficiently, even with moderate amplifier power. A wide frequency response combined with appropriate sensitivity makes this model an ideal choice for applications requiring both clarity and depth of sound.

Integrated technical parameters: Thiele-Small parameters and effects on the sound

The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 is equipped with an extensive list of Thiele-Small parameters that detail its technical profile. The mechanical quality factor (Qms) of 2.62, the electrical quality factor (Qes) of 0.61, and the total quality factor (Qts) of 0.50 influence the speaker's resonance characteristics and its efficiency in bass reproduction. With an equivalent volume (Vas) of 3.56 liters and a resonance frequency (Fs) of 76 Hz, the RS125T-8 is ideal for compact and balanced low-frequency applications. A force factor (BL) of 5.04 tm ensures efficient force transfer to the diaphragm, making the speaker ideal for precise bass reproduction.

Influence of displacement volume and membrane area on the sound image

The Dayton Audio RS125T-8 features a displacement volume (Vd) of 15.1 cm³ and a cone area (Sd) of 54.1 cm². These specifications are crucial in determining the amount of air the speaker can move, which affects both sound pressure and bass response. A larger cone area generally means better low-frequency reproduction, while a higher displacement volume allows for more punch and volume. These characteristics allow the RS125T-8 to deliver deep, powerful bass response, ideal for demanding sound installations.

Rubber surround and voice coil construction: material selection and performance

The surround of the Dayton Audio RS125T-8 is made of flexible yet durable rubber, ensuring optimal control over the cone movement. This flexible material choice reduces unwanted resonances and increases the longevity of the speaker. The voice coil wire is made of copper, combined with an aluminum voice coil molding that reduces weight and optimizes heat dissipation. These highly specialized materials contribute to improved thermal resilience and optimize acoustic performance. A rubber surround combined with a copper voice coil offers the ideal balance between flexibility and stability required for clean sound reproduction.

Support and information at Masori: Service, expert support and audio blog

Masori's comprehensive support complements the outstanding quality of the Dayton Audio RS125T-8. Expert support, FAQs and Help, provide customers with access to technical information and installation instructions. Additionally, the Audio Blog offers valuable insights and tips for optimizing car hi-fi systems. All in all, Masori's customer service and service offerings ensure a flawless purchasing experience and maximum customer satisfaction.