Dukane 5A540 Compression Drivers - Original Packaging

Dukane 5A540 Compression Drivers - Original Packaging

"The 5A540 is essentially a 16 ohm Pro version of the JBL 2410, but with a much larger Alnico magnet."

Dukane 5A540 Vintage Hi-Fi Compression Drivers
Frequency response: 500Hz-18,000Hz
Impedance: 16 ohms
Rated Input: 50 watts RMS
Maximum Input (music): 150 Watts
Magnet: NKS-5DG Alnico
Magnetic Flux Density: 19,000 Gauss
Throat Diameter: 1”
Sound Pressure (with appropriate horn): 105dB
Dimensions: 5 3/4" D x 4 1/2” dia.
Weight: 9 lbs each unpacked

"The Dukane 5A540 Compression Driver was produced from the 60’s-70’s. They were originally manufactured by JBL for Dukane. The drivers were rebranded 175 (pro version 2410) . In the 1970’s when JBL ceased production of OEM drivers for other companies, Dukane then contracted a well-respected Japanese manufacturer, Coral, to produce the 5A540. The 5A540 is essentially a 16 Ohm version of the Coral M-100. Very little bad can be said against any of the above mentioned drivers, though a strong case can be made that the Dukane 5A540 is the best sounding. It is essentially a 175 style driver, similar throat and diaphragm, with a significantly larger Alnico NKS-5DG magnet. It also specs out better, and its build quality is every bit as good as the JBL 175.

Sonically the Dukane 5A540 is an outstanding compression driver that can be used in 2 or 3-way configurations with a number of compatible horns. It provides exacting reproducing of the most important part of the frequency range."


See my related listing for Dukane no. 209-14 throat adapters.


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