| Customization: | Available |
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| Noise: | ≥105dB |
| Hi-Fi: | Hi-Fi |
| Shipping Cost: | Contact the supplier about freight and estimated delivery time. |
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| Model | DE-12 | ||
| Throat Diameter | 1 in (25 mm) | ||
| Mounting Type | Bolt-on | ||
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohm | ||
| Power Capacity | 30 Watts RMS | ||
| Sensitivity (1W/1M) | 106 dB | ||
| Frequency Range | 1.2 kHz - 18 kHz | ||
| Diaphragm Material | Polyester | ||
| Voice Coil Diameter | 1.4 in (36 mm) | ||
| Voice Coil Material | ALR Aluminium Ribbon Wire | ||
| Flux Density | 1.70 T | ||
| Magnet | Ferrite Y35 | ||
The DE-12 is a thoughtfully engineered 1-inch compression driver that takes a different sonic path from its titanium siblings. Equipped with a polyester diaphragm, it delivers a smoother, more natural high-frequency character while retaining the efficiency and output expected of a professional driver. With 106 dB sensitivity, 30 watts RMS power handling, and a 1.70 T high-flux magnetic circuit, it covers a wide 1.2 kHz - 18 kHz bandwidth with grace and precision.
The DE-12's sonic signature is defined by its polyester diaphragm - a material chosen for its naturally damped, non-fatiguing tonal character. Unlike titanium, which emphasises brightness and attack, polyester produces a warmer, more forgiving high end that flatters a wide range of program material. This makes the DE-12 particularly well-suited to applications where listener comfort over extended periods is paramount.
Backing the diaphragm is a 36 mm (1.4 in) voice coil wound with ALR (Aluminium Ribbon Wire) - a flat-ribbon conductor that maximises fill factor, improves heat dissipation, and reduces moving mass. The coil operates within a 1.70 T flux density magnetic circuit built around a Ferrite Y35 magnet, providing exceptional magnetic force for tight diaphragm control and low-distortion output.
The bolt-on mounting system ensures secure, service-friendly installation - ideal for both factory assembly and field replacements.
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Design Feature |
Performance Benefit |
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Polyester diaphragm |
Smooth, natural, fatigue-free high-frequency response |
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1.70 T flux density |
Class-leading motor force for low distortion |
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ALR aluminium ribbon wire |
Superior fill factor, cooling & mass efficiency |
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36 mm voice coil |
Enhanced thermal capacity for sustained operation |
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1.2 - 18 kHz range |
Wide bandwidth from upper mids to ultrasonics |
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Bolt-on mounting |
Secure, service-friendly installation |
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8 Ω impedance |
Universal amplifier compatibility |
High-fidelity PA systems - Where smooth, musical highs matter more than raw brightness
Houses of worship - Long services demand fatigue-free listening; polyester delivers all-day comfort
Conference & boardroom audio - Speech reinforcement with natural vocal tonality
Background & foreground music - Retail, hospitality, restaurants, and cafés benefit from pleasant, non-harsh reproduction
Studio & control room monitors - Smooth HF character supports critical mixing and mastering
Fixed installations - Theatres, auditoriums, and community centres requiring reliable, pleasant sound
Replacement & upgrade driver - Bolt-on design fits standard 1" horn configurations; ideal for systems needing a warmer tonal balance
In a market full of bright, aggressive titanium drivers, the DE-12 stands apart by prioritising musicality and listener comfort. Its polyester diaphragm produces a high-end that is detailed without being fatiguing - a quality that audiences and performers alike will appreciate during long events. Paired with a high-flux 1.70 T magnet and ALR ribbon wire coil, it offers professional-grade efficiency and control in a package that simply sounds pleasant. For system designers who believe that "less harsh" doesn't mean "less capable," the DE-12 is the answer.




