Moreover, this proprietary former material is also suitable for use in higher moisture content environments. The big innovation in ND2060 consists of its magnetic architecture. By careful use of elementary pieces of neodymium magnets, Eighteen Sound engineers have developed a powerful neodymium magnet assembly able to reach 19KGauss in the gap in compact and lightweight structures. The motor structure, throughout the precisely coherent phase plug with 3 circumferential slots and copper ring on the pole piece, reduces inductance effects and distortion. Four top plate air ducts have been designed to act as a loading chamber for the diaphragm, implementing mid band distortion and response figures. The custom designed O-ring creates a tight seal between the plate and the cover assuring air chamber loading. Excellent heat dissipation and thermal exchange are guaranteed by the direct contact between the magnetic structure and the aluminum cover which leads to a lower power compression value. Due to the increasing use of high power audio systems at outdoor events or in marine environments, the ability of equipment to perform properly under inclement weather conditions is a key feature of Eighteen Sound philosophy. Hence, a special treatment has been applied to the magnet and the top and back plates of the magnetic structure which make the driver more resistant to the corrosive effects of salts and oxidization. This treatment is more effective than any other treatment in use by other manufacturers.
Driver diagram
Driver chart
Specifications
1. 2 hours test made with continuous pink noise signal within the range Fs-10Fs. Power calculated on rated minimum impedance. Loudspeaker in free air.
2. Power on Continuous Program is defined as 3 dB greater than the Nominal rating.
3. Applied RMS Voltage is set to 2.83 V for 8 ohms Nominal Impedance.
4. Hight- pass filter 12 dB/oct