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Peavey 346130 44XT High-Frequency Compression Driver

Experience Clarity with the Peavey 44XT DriverThe Peavey 44XT high-frequency driver delivers pristine audio reproduction, ensuring every nuance of your sound is captured with precision. With multiple throat size options, this driver offers versatility for various audio applications. 4" Driver Th...

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Overview

Experience Clarity with the Peavey 44XT Driver

The Peavey 44XT high-frequency driver delivers pristine audio reproduction, ensuring every nuance of your sound is captured with precision. With multiple throat size options, this driver offers versatility for various audio applications.

  • 4" Driver
  • Throat Parameter: Standard 2" / 50.8 mm
  • Optional 1.6" / 40.6 mm throat extension included
  • Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
  • Minimum Impedance: 7.1 Ohms

Key Features

4"

Throat Parameter: Standard: 2" / 50.8 mm

Optional: 1.6" / 40.6 mmSupplied with throatextension

Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms

Minimum Impedance: 7.1 Ohms

Specifications

Voice Coil Diameter
4 inches
Standard Throat Parameter
2" / 50.8 mm
Optional Throat Parameter
1.6" / 40.6 mm
Included Accessories
Throat extension
Nominal Impedance
8 Ohms
Minimum Impedance
7.1 Ohms
Product Type
High-Frequency Compression Driver

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a large 4-inch voice coil, which can contribute to higher power handling and robust sound output.
  • Offers a standard 2-inch (50.8 mm) throat parameter, ensuring compatibility with common horn flares.
  • Includes an optional 1.6-inch (40.6 mm) throat parameter with a throat extension, providing versatility for different system designs.
  • Designed with a nominal impedance of 8 Ohms, making it suitable for a wide range of amplifier setups.
  • The compression driver design is optimized for high-frequency reproduction, delivering clear and detailed treble.

👎 Cons

  • The specific frequency response range is not provided, making it difficult to assess its full high-frequency capabilities.
  • Power handling specifications are not detailed, so users would need to research compatible amplifier outputs carefully.
  • A compression driver typically requires a compatible horn flare, which is not included with this product.
  • The minimum impedance of 7.1 Ohms is close to the nominal 8 Ohms, indicating limited impedance variation.
  • Installation may require technical knowledge to properly integrate into a speaker system, especially with the throat extension.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Peavey 44XT compression driver comes with a standard throat parameter of 2 inches (50.8 mm) and also includes a throat extension for an optional 1.6-inch (40.6 mm) parameter.
The Peavey 44XT compression driver has a nominal impedance of 8 Ohms, with a minimum impedance of 7.1 Ohms.
No, the product description indicates that the driver is supplied with a throat extension, but it does not specify the inclusion of a horn flare. Horns are typically sold separately for compression drivers.
This Peavey 346130 44XT High-Frequency Compression Driver features a 4-inch voice coil.
The Peavey 44XT is a high-frequency compression driver, meaning it is specifically designed to reproduce high treble sounds and would not be a suitable replacement for a full-range speaker.

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