- HIGH-POWER COMPRESSION DRIVER: DS18 PRO-DRNEO handles 225W AES, 450W program, and 900W peak power with 8-ohm impedance for high-output car audio applications.
- NEODYMIUM RING MAGNET: Powerful rare-earth magnet motor combined with 115dB sensitivity for efficient sound projection in custom audio systems.
- 3-INCH TITANIUM DIAPHRAGM: Features a 3" voice coil with dual-layer Kapton former and CCAW winding for demanding high-frequency applications.
- 2-INCH BOLT-ON THROAT: Four-bolt M5 mounting configuration designed for compatible compression horns. Horn sold separately.
- BLACK ALUMINUM BODY: Durable sandblasted aluminum construction with a 500Hz to 20kHz frequency response and manufacturer-recommended 800Hz high-pass crossover.
DS18 PRO-DRNEO 2" Bolt-On Neodymium Compression Driver 3" Titanium VC 450W 8 Ohm
This Listing Includes:
- (1) DS18 PRO-DRNEO Neodymium Compression Driver
- (1) 5.6uF / 50V Bass Blocker Capacitor
Serious High-Frequency Power. Neodymium Performance. Built to Get LOUD!
Bring powerful high-frequency output to your car audio system with the DS18 PRO-DRNEO Neodymium Compression Driver. Designed for demanding audio installations, this high-efficiency driver combines a 3" titanium diaphragm assembly, powerful neodymium ring magnet, and 2" bolt-on throat for serious sound projection.
Rated at 225 watts AES, 450 watts program power, and 900 watts peak, the PRO-DRNEO is built for high-output applications where strong, detailed highs are essential. Its impressive 115dB sensitivity allows it to produce exceptional volume efficiently, making it an excellent choice for custom speaker walls, stunt walls, and competition-inspired car audio systems.
The neodymium ring magnet delivers strong motor performance in a compact design, while the 3" voice coil features CCAW winding and a dual-layer Kapton former. A titanium diaphragm supports responsive high-frequency reproduction, and the black sandblasted aluminum body provides durable construction with a clean, professional appearance.
Featuring a 2" throat and four-bolt mounting configuration, the PRO-DRNEO works with compatible bolt-on compression horns, giving installers flexibility when selecting a horn for their system.
With a frequency response of 500Hz to 20kHz and a manufacturer-recommended 800Hz high-pass crossover, this driver is designed for powerful sound projection when properly paired with a compatible horn and amplifier.
Whether you're upgrading your existing high-frequency system or building a custom audio setup that demands serious volume, the DS18 PRO-DRNEO delivers the efficiency, power, and performance to make your sound heard.
Includes one compression driver with bass blocker capacitor. Horn sold separately.
Features
- 450W PROGRAM POWER: Rated for 225W AES and 900W peak power handling.
- 115DB SENSITIVITY: High-efficiency design for powerful high-frequency output.
- NEODYMIUM RING MAGNET: Compact motor design with strong magnetic performance.
- 3" TITANIUM DIAPHRAGM: Designed for responsive high-frequency reproduction.
- 2" BOLT-ON THROAT: Compatible with appropriately matched four-bolt compression horns.
- 8-OHM IMPEDANCE: Designed for compatible amplifier configurations.
- DUAL-LAYER KAPTON FORMER: Voice coil construction with CCAW winding.
- ALUMINUM BODY: Durable black sandblasted housing.
- 500HZ TO 20KHZ FREQUENCY RESPONSE: Broad operating range for compression driver applications.
- 800HZ RECOMMENDED HIGH-PASS: Manufacturer-recommended crossover frequency.
- BASS BLOCKER INCLUDED: 5.6uF / 50V capacitor supplied with the driver.
- SOLD INDIVIDUALLY: Includes one compression driver.
Specifications:
- Brand: DS18
- Model: PRO-DRNEO
- Product Type: Compression Driver
- Throat Diameter: 2" / 50.8mm
- Installation Type: Bolt-On
- Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
- Minimum Impedance: 5.8 Ohms
- AES Power Handling: 225W
- Program Power Handling: 450W
- Peak Power Handling: 900W
- Sensitivity (1W/1M): 115dB
- Frequency Response: 500Hz - 20kHz
- Recommended Hi-Pass Crossover: 800Hz
- Sold As: Single
Body
- Body Material: Aluminum
- Body Color / Finish: Black Sandblasted
- Filter / Bass Blocker: 5.6uF / 50V Included
Motor
- Voice Coil Diameter: 3" / 76.2mm
- Voice Coil Former Material: Dual-Layer Kapton
- Winding Material: CCAW
- Diaphragm Material: Titanium
- Magnet Material: Neodymium Ring
Dimensions:
- Overall Diameter: 5.15" / 131mm
- Overall Depth: 3.89" / 99mm
- Bolt Pattern: 4 x M5
- Bolt Pattern Diameter: 4.2" / 102mm
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