Esotar / Esotec

Dynaudio Automotive

The heart of Dynaudio’s incredible performance has always been the high quality drivers the company has developed
for its audiophile grade loudspeaker products, whether optimized for the Dynaudio home systems, professional or
automotive product ranges.

A primary objective in the development of the first Dynaudio automotive loudspeaker models was to combine the qualitative
performance attributes and off-axis response of the company’s award-winning home audio models and the excellent near field
response and refinement of the company’s dedicated professional studio monitor products into a range of products that would be
ideally suited to bring the advanced Dynaudio sound quality into the vehicle.

Designing a high-performance sound system for a car interior is far more complex and demanding as compared to developing
a quality home audio system. Besides meeting the most fundamental objective – sound quality – the system must deal with
other considerations such as extreme temperature variations, strong mechanical vibrations and greatly varying levels of ambient
noise. Dynaudio determined that the only way to properly address this market was to develop a range of drivers with parameters
specifically designed for and tailored to the car audio environment and its challenging acoustics.

Dynaudio’s long-term, multi-million dollar research and development funded, car-acoustics optimized automotive loudspeaker
models have always embodied the same advanced, no compromise approach that have rendered the company’s home and
professional product offerings as the absolute state-of-the-art.

The knowledge and experience gained under the constraints in developing the Dynaudio factory premium sound systems has
tremendously benefited the evolution of the company’s aftermarket sound systems, especially regarding tuning the crossovers
and optimizing the drivers’ parameters for the demands of a typical in-car installation. The available dedicated two-way or three-
way adjustable crossover networks allow further fine-tuning and complete flexibility, allowing the drivers to realize their highest
performance capabilities. Meanwhile, to accommodate more highly customized multi-driver installations, all Dynaudio Automotive
drivers are available individually as separate components. All while delivering a level of sound quality performance that is instantly
recognizable as that of a true Dynaudio loudspeaker system.

The Dynaudio Automotive loudspeaker models are the finest car audio loudspeaker models available. Embodying the most
innovative and exclusive driver technologies, drawing from Dynaudio’s latest advances in loudspeaker design, the Dynaudio
Automotive products are more powerful, more refined, and more sophisticated than any other automotive loudspeaker offering,
and set a new performance benchmark.
 Dynaudio Esotar 2

Dynaudio loudspeakers are a unique combination of innovative technology, state-of-the-art manufacturing, and
meticulous craftsmanship. The company has a history of producing exceptional loudspeaker products, assigning the
now legendary “Esotar” moniker on its finest, most technically advanced, highest performance transducers. Thus it was
only natural for Dynaudio to bestow its aftermarket automotive reference flagship loudspeaker range with the Esotar²
designation.

Dynaudio has built its reputation of producing some of the best drivers available with its Esotar Home Systems models, and has
now incorporated its most refined technological platform into a reference automotive speaker range worthy of the Esotar name.
All three completely new Esotar² automotive separate drivers feature the highest level of Dynaudio transducer technology and
deliver the best in-car sound quality ever offered from the company.

The highest grade materials, meticulous production quality, and precise fit and finish mated to Dynaudio’s most advanced
engineering results in a stunning sonic performance, allowing listeners to experience music like never before.

The new Esotar² automotive loudspeaker series represents the highest level of in-car music reproduction – not just for Dynaudio
but for the entire world of mobile audio.

The Dynaudio Esotar² system, properly installed, will undoubtedly set new performance benchmarks.
Soft Dome Tweeter Esotar² 110 Esotar² 110

Dynaudio has relied on soft dome tweeters for reproducing natural

high frequencies since the company’s origins, having perfected
the soft dome principle. The Esotar tweeter design requires an
extremely time-consuming labor intensive process where the fine
fabric diaphragm is shaped into a dome and then treated with a
special precision coating.

The best material for a tweeter is experience: Dynaudio has earned a

reputation as a manufacturer of the finest high frequency drivers available
with its venerable Esotar tweeters, and the company has incorporated its
most refined technologies into the new Esotar² 110 reference automotive
tweeter – which purely lives up to the Esotar designation by offering the
most accurate, nuanced and detailed high frequency performance in the
world. The Esotar² 110 represents the state-of-the-art in tweeter design
while never exhibiting a shrill or harsh sonic character typical of metal or
exotic material tweeter designs.
ø111
The Esotar² 110 tweeter features a specially coated 28 mm (1.1") diameter 6holes ø4,3mm on ø101mm
fabric dome, an ultra-lightweight voice coil, an extremely powerful neo-

16mm

4,5mm
dymium magnet, and an exceptional CNC-machined metal housing with a
newly-developed damping back chamber. The performance is highlighted
by extremely high power handling, effortless reproduction of dynamics,

27mm
absolute clarity, natural tonal balance and incredible resolution.

Mounting hole ø86mm

Thiele Small Parameters

Nominal impedance Znom 6Ω
DC resistance Re 5.2 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le - mH
Resonance frequency fs 1000 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms -
Electrical Q factor Qes -
Total Q factor Qts -
Mechanical resistance Rms - kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms -g
Suspension compliance Cms - mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 3.1 mm
Effective piston area Sd 7.7 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas -l
Force factor BL - Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 2000–30000 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Coated textile dome eliminates
Voice coil diameter dc 28 mm Green line: 30° horizontal any high frequency break-ups
Voice coil height hc 2.8 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal
Linear excursion, peak to peak - mm Very strong neodymium magnet
Max. excursion, peak to peak - mm Measurement conditions: system with vented pole piece
Power Handling Level: 2.83 V
Distance: 1 m Open, spacious and detailed
Nominal long term IEC 150 W
Measured in a large baffle high frequency reproduction
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
Mechanical Properties
Excellent dynamic and transient
Net weight 0.5 kg
performance
Overall dimension ø 111 x 41 mm
Impedance compensation circuit Integrated damped cavity
Impedance
chamber in the pole piece
(with and without impedance
correction circuit)
Variovent integrated in back
plate
Red line: impedance, free air
Green line: impedance,
1.2μF Ferrofluid adds damping and
free air with compensation.
increases power handling
Measurement conditions:
Aluminium voice coil wire results
Level: 3.16 V, 50 ohm
8.2Ω in a low moving mass
Driver in free air

Shallow mounting depth

Midrange Esotar² 430 Esotar² 430

The new Esotar² 430 midrange features a geometrically optimized

3.5" diameter MSP (magnesium silicate polymer) cone, a material
providing the ideal combination of stiffness, low weight and excel-
lent inner damping.

The diaphragm and dust cap are molded as one piece. A new magnet/
motor system incorporates powerful neodymium magnets and a large
vented pole piece. The relatively large diameter aluminum voice coil wire
provides for a low moving mass, and is wound on an aluminum former to
maintain the extremely light weight.

Built into a rigid, die-cast solid aluminum frame with aerodynamically

shaped ribs, in conjunction with the powerful motor, the characteristic
Esotar² low-mass driver construction provides excellent transient re-
sponse, speed and precision, with smooth high frequency roll off and a
natural midrange reproduction. The Esotar² 430 driver exhibits very low ø110 mm
12 mm
distortion even at extreme volumes, while the transparency and detail of 6 holes ø4mm 101 mm on ø101mm

its midrange quality can best be described as holographic. 4 mm

The Dynaudio Esotar² automotive loudspeaker series represent the high-

est level of automotive music reproduction – not just for Dynaudio but
for the entire arena of mobile audio. The compact Dynaudio Esotar² 430 42 mm
expands the possibilities for system installations with a performance that
was previously not possible, and is a perfect complement to the perfor-
mance benchmarks set by the Esotar² loudspeaker separates.
90 mm

Thiele Small Parameters

Nominal impedance Znom 4Ω
DC resistance Re 4Ω
Voice coil inductance Le 0.19 mH
Resonance frequency fs 64 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms 1.5
Electrical Q factor Qes 0.21
Total Q factor Qts 0.18
Mechanical resistance Rms 1.3 kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms 4.9 g
Suspension compliance Cms 1.2 mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 75 mm
Effective piston area Sd 45 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas 3.5 l
Force factor BL 6.2 Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 200–7000 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Diaphragm and dust cap
Voice coil diameter dc 34 mm Green line: 30° horizontal moulded as one piece
Voice coil height hc 9.5 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal
Linear excursion, peak to peak 4.9 mm Internal double neodymium
Max. excursion, peak to peak 21 mm Measurement conditions: magnet system with vented
Level: 2.83 V pole piece
Power Handling
Distance: 1 m
Nominal long term IEC 150 W
Box volume: 4 l Aluminium voice coil wire
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
provides for a low moving mass,
Mechanical Properties
wound on aluminium former
Net weight 0.47 kg
Overall dimension ø 110 x 49 mm Rigid die-cast chassis with
Impedance compensation circuit aerodynamically shaped ribs
Impedance
(with and without impedance
Materials and parameters are
correction circuit)
optimized for the harsh environ-
mental conditions in a car
5.6μF Red line: impedance, free air
Green line: impedance,
Smooth high-frequency roll-off
free air with compensation.
Natural midrange reproduction
6.8Ω Measurement conditions:
Level: 3.16 V, 50 ohm
Driver in free air
Woofer Esotar² 650 Esotar² 650

The Esotar² 650 is a 17 cm (6.5") diameter mid/bass driver that is built

on a rigid, die-cast solid aluminum frame and features Dynaudio’s
characteristic MSP (Magnesium Silicate Polymer) diaphragm.

The MSP cone is a proprietary Dynaudio innovation, made in-house and

featuring precisely-shaped, geometrically-optimized form to enable the
smooth, optimized sound dispersion.

The voice coil diameter is exceptionally large at 75 mm, but by using

extremely light aluminum wire wound on a Kapton former, the coil re-
mains extremely lightweight to enable ultra-fast movement. The large
coil enables the magnet to be positioned inside the coil, allowing for a
larger and more homogenous magnetic field to be utilized. In conjunc-
tion with the incredibly powerful, high-efficiency neodymium magnet,
this low-mass driver construction provides excellent transient response,

15mm @max cone excursion

incredible speed and unmatched precision. ø169mm
6holes ø4,3mm on ø158

When used as part of a two-way speaker system, the midrange resolution

5,2mm
of the Esotar² 650 is simply beyond reproach; mid-bass remains taught
and accurate while always exhibiting perfect control at all volume levels.
The Esotar² 650 perfectly reflects the innovation and performance that
have established the Dynaudio Esotar drivers as the most advanced

67mm
high-performance transducers available.

Mounting hole min ø136mm

Thiele Small Parameters

Nominal impedance Znom 4Ω
DC resistance Re 3.4 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le 0.33 mH
Resonance frequency fs 49.6 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms 6.2
Electrical Q factor Qes 0.47
Total Q factor Qts 0.44
Mechanical resistance Rms 1 kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms 20 g
Suspension compliance Cms 0.52 mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 123 mm
Effective piston area Sd 120 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas 10.5 l
Force factor BL 6.73 Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 50–4000 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Diaphragm and dust cap
Voice coil diameter dc 75 mm Green line: 30° horizontal moulded as one piece
Voice coil height hc 14 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal
Large 75 mm voice coil ensures
Linear excursion, peak to peak 9 mm
Measurement conditions: high power handling
Max. excursion, peak to peak 21 mm
Power Handling Level: 2.83 V Internal double nedymium
Distance: 1 m magnet system with vented
Nominal long term IEC 200 W
Box volume: 15.6 l pole piece
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
Mechanical Properties
Aluminium voice coil wire
Net weight 1.25 kg
provides for a low moving mass,
Overall dimension ø 169 x 78 mm
wound on kapton former in a car
Impedance compensation circuit
Impedance Rigid die-cast chassis with
(with and without impedance aerodynamically shaped ribs
correction circuit)
Materials and parameters are
22μF Red line: impedance, free air optimized for the harsh environ-
Green line: impedance, mental conditions in a car
free air with compensation.
Smooth high-frequency roll-off
Measurement conditions:
4.7Ω Natural midrange reproduction
Level: 3.16 V, 50 ohm
Driver in free air
Subwoofer Esotar² 1200 Esotar² 1200

The Esotar² 1200 Subwoofer features a unique construction: a mas-

sive dual-stacked magnet system powers a large 75 mm diameter
aluminum voice coil and MSP cone diaphragm.

Dynaudio’s exclusive MSP material provides the ideal combination of

rigidity, light weight and excellent inner damping to naturally reproduce
the lowest frequencies without distortion. The Esotar² 1200 utilizes an
ultra-rigid die cast frame basket to ensure the most anti-resonant founda-
tion of a powerful, accurate and controlled bass response.

Thanks to the innovative Dynaudio construction with precise parameters

and extremely tight tolerances, this newly-designed 30 cm (12") diameter
woofer has been optimized to achieve the most advanced sub-bass
performance. And due to the very low distortion and an amazingly quick

35mm @max cone displacement

rise response, the Esotar² 1200 is also extremely easy to seamlessly
integrate into any high performance autosound system. Max ø297mm
8 holes ø5,3mm on ø285mm

Combining powerful yet deep bass performance with incredible exten-

7,5mm
sion down to 18 Hz, the Esotar² 1200 reproduces the highest sound pres-
sure levels down to the lowest notes by precisely following the amplifier’s
signal, even at the highest output levels.

143mm
The Esotar² 1200 brings Dynaudio’s most sophisticated engineering and
development into the world of automotive subwoofer systems to establish
another car audio industry benchmark.

Min ø260

Thiele Small Parameters

Nominal impedance Znom 4Ω
DC resistance Re 3.3 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le 1.1 mH
Resonance frequency fs 18.7 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms 3
Electrical Q factor Qes 0.4
Total Q factor Qts 0.34
Mechanical resistance Rms 4.4 kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms 114 g
Suspension compliance Cms 0.64 mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 233 mm
Effective piston area Sd 425 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas 163 l
Force factor BL 11.1 Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 18–300 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Large 75 mm voice coil ensures
Voice coil diameter dc 75 mm high power handling
Voice coil height hc 30 mm Measurement conditions:
Linear excursion, peak to peak 20.5 mm Level: 2.83 V Diaphragm with very high
Max. excursion, peak to peak 58 mm Distance: 1 m excursion, 58 mm peak-to-peak
Power Handling Box volume: 71 l
High power handling,
Nominal long term IEC 400 W
400W long term IEC
Transient (10 ms) 1500 W
Mechanical Properties
Rigid die-cast chassis with
Net weight 8.8 kg aerodynamically shaped ribs
Overall dimension ø 297 x 162 mm
Impedance compensation circuit Materials and parameters are
Impedance
optimized for the harsh environ-
(with and without impedance
mental conditions in a car
correction circuit)

82μF Red line: impedance, free air

Green line: impedance,
free air with compensation.

4.7Ω Measurement conditions:

Level: 3.16 V, 50 ohm
Driver in free air
 Crossover

Esotar² Passive Crossovers

It is not just technology that distinguishes a Dynaudio Esotar² auto-

motive loudspeaker from conventional offerings; it is also the fine
tuning. And just as each Esotar² driver has been meticulously fine-
tuned, so have the Dynaudio Esotar² crossovers.

Only the finest quality components are utilized throughout the Dynaudio
Esotar² passive crossovers, including newly developed flat ceramic re-
sistors to further minimize component interaction where needed. Each
features impedance correction while offering selectable level adjustments
for the tweeter. The Dynaudio Esotar² crossovers facilitate a wide range of
systems and applications, and are optimized for perfect phase response
and time coherency in any vehicle. Only the highest quality components
selected solely on the basis of their sonic properties are utilized. The ex-
treme fine-tuning and complete flexibility of the Esotar² crossovers allow
the Esotar² automotive loudspeaker drivers to realize the full extent of
their highest performance capabilities.

Esotar2 EX2-430
EX2-430 Esotar2 430
Crossover frequency 3000 Hz
The Dynaudio Esotar² EX2-430 is an audiophile quality two-way Nominal impedance 4 Ohms
passive crossover set designed for the integration of a reference Dimensions 43 x 102 x 173 mm
automotive stereo system comprising a pair each of the Dynaudio Net weight 0.5 kg
Esotar² 110 tweeters and Esotar² 2 430 mid/range drivers.

A Dynaudio Esotar² 1200 subwoofer (as well as the Dynaudio Esotec MW

172 or Esotec MW 182 woofers if desired) can be added in an active
system configuration.

Esotar2 EX2-650

The Dynaudio Esotar² EX2-650 is an audiophile quality two-way pas-

EX2-650 Esotar2 650
sive crossover set.
Crossover frequency 2.400 Hz

It is designed for the integration of a reference automotive stereo system Nominal impedance 4 Ohms
comprising a pair each of the Esotar² 110 tweeters and Esotar² 650 mid/ Dimensions 43 x 102 x 173 mm
woofers. Net weight 0.5 kg
 Crossover

Esotar2 EX3-650 (HF/LF)

The Dynaudio Esotar² EX3-650 is an audiophile quality three-way

passive crossover designed for the integration of a reference
automotive three-way system comprised of an Esotar² 110 tweeter,
Esotar² 430 midrange, and Esotar² 650 mid/woofer.

The EX3-650 is a two-box per channel crossover solution that allows for
bi-amping. For a stereo system installation, a second EX3-650 crossover
(as well as a second unit of each Esotar² driver) would be needed. An
Esotar² 1200 subwoofer may also be added in a fully active system.

EX3-650
Crossover frequency 650 Hz/3.000 Hz
Nominal impedance 4 Ohms
Dimensions 43 x 102 x 173 mm
Net weight 0.5 kg (HF) / 0.6 kg (LF)

Esotar Trim Rings

2

The Dynaudio Esotar² drivers are reference-level loudspeaker com-

ponents capable of revealing even the most subtle sonic details.
To achieve a superb level of sound quality, however, one must pay
attention to the quality of installation and ancillary equipment. The
ultimate level of performance realized will depend heavily on the
above, and there are many points to consider.

To achieve the highest level of sound quality, it is very important that the
loudspeakers are mounted to solid and well-damped baffles and that the
air space behind the woofers is sealed from the vehicle interior. To avoid
rattles and resonance, it is important that surfaces such as inner door
skins, surrounding metal and even exterior panels are reinforced and
damped with quality sound/vibration deadening materials.

The Esotar² driver frame features a unique bolt pattern with the mount-
ing holes on the perimeter of the frame (high grade mounting bolts are
included). To conveniently facilitate flush-mount installations, Dynaudio
offers dedicated installation trim rings featuring CNC machined precision
cut-outs that perfectly fit the outline of the Esotar² driver frames.

Available for: - Esotar2 110

- Esotar2 430
- Esotar2 650
- Esotar2 1200
 Dynaudio Esotec

A primary objective in the development of the Dynaudio automotive loudspeaker models was to combine the qualitative
performance attributes and off-axis response of the company’s award-winning home audio models with the excellent
near field response of the company’s dedicated studio monitors into a range of mobile audio products that would be
ideally suited to bring the advanced Dynaudio sound quality into the vehicle.

Thus the same core technologies that have made Dynaudio one of the most renowned high end home audio loudspeaker brands,
or the official professional studio monitor of the demanding BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) have been implemented into a
full range of high performance loudspeakers designed and optimized for in-car installation: the Dynaudio Esotec series.

The Dynaudio Esotec Automotive loudspeaker series exudes all of the virtues in Dynaudio’s long-standing tradition of high per-
formance loudspeaker designs: Highly-evolved Dynaudio technology, meticulously selected components, painstakingly matched
materials and carefully voiced sonics.

Every technical detail is developed and manufactured exclusively by Dynaudio in the company’s state-of-the-art production facility
in Skanderborg, Denmark. Dynaudio loudspeaker systems exhibit no sonic character other than that of the recording, and are
renowned for their ability to portray an accurate, uncolored reproduction of music. Music the way it was intended to be heard.

Dynaudio has become one of the world’s leading high-end audio companies by staying true to the company vision of natural, un-
compromised sound quality. The company’s extreme focus and dedication as a specialist loudspeaker manufacturer is embodied
in the diverse range of high-performance loudspeaker products.
Soft Dome Tweeter Esotec MD 102 Esotec MD 102

The Dynaudio Esotec mobile loudspeakers follow in the longstanding

tradition of the company’s renowned home audio driver designs.

The new Esotec MD 102 tweeter is a soft-dome design as characteristic

of Dynaudio. The fine soft dome features a special coating to facilitate an
extended high frequency response free of distortion. The compact, shallow
depth MD 102 tweeter features a 28 mm (1.1 inch) diameter surface area that
is approximately 60% greater than that of conventional car audio tweeters.
The optimized dome geometry provides greatly improved dispersion char-
acteristics, enabling the MD 102 tweeter to offer exceptional performance
even when mounted off of the listening axis. The dome coating serves to
eliminate any high frequency break-ups, while providing improved damping.
To eliminate high frequency distortions caused by reflections from inside the
structure, the MD 102 tweeter rear chamber is also sealed and acoustically
damped to eliminate high frequency distortion, which could be caused by
back-wave reflections, while ferrofluid cooling adds damping and additional
power handling.

The extremely smooth and incredibly detailed high frequency reproduction

characteristic of the Dynaudio sound is ensured by the all-new Esotec soft-
dome tweeter, which features the latest Dynaudio technological innovations.
For the most authentic high-frequency reproduction – powerful Neodymium –
one of the most efficient but also most expensive magnetic materials for
loudspeaker construction is used in the tweeter magnet systems.

The soft-dome tweeter design topology allows unrestricted dynamics and a

linear frequency response with extremely low distortion. The MD 102 fea-
tures an aluminum voice coil, another Dynaudio hallmark, which has been
Thiele Small Parameters
updated and improved via an increased coil height with additional windings
Nominal impedance Znom 8Ω
to allow an increased range of linear excursion within the magnetic field. DC resistance Re 5.6 Ω
Furthermore, as a result of the low moving mass of the new voice coil, a Voice coil inductance Le - mH
Resonance frequency fs 1300 Hz
higher maximum output level and increased dynamics are achieved, while
Mechanical Q factor Qms -
the frequency range has been expanded, thus allowing a better integration Electrical Q factor Qes -
with the upper midrange frequencies to deliver a more natural sound with Total Q factor Qts -
Mechanical resistance Rms - kg/s
an open and detailed, and incredibly transparent reproduction of the high Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms -g
frequencies. Suspension compliance Cms - mm/N
Effective dome diameter d - mm
Effective piston area Sd 7.7 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas -l
Force factor BL - Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 2200–30000 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Coated textile dome eliminates
Voice coil diameter dc 28 mm Green line: 30° horizontal any high frequency break-ups
Voice coil height hc 1.7 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal
Linear excursion, peak to peak - mm Powerful neodymium
Max. excursion, peak to peak - mm Measurement conditions: magnet system
Power Handling Level: 2.83 V
Distance: 1 m Protective grille
Nominal long term IEC 100 W
Measured in a large baffle
Transient (10 ms) 500 W
Open and detailed high
Mechanical Properties
frequency reproduction
Net weight 0.126 kg
Overall dimension ø 62.2 x 43 mm Damped cavity beneath
Impedance compensation circuit the dome
Impedance
(with and without impedance
Ferrofluid adds damping and
correction circuit)
increases power handling

Red line: impedance, free air

Aluminium voice coil wire
1.2μF Green line: impedance,
results in a low moving mass
free air with compensation.

Shallow mounting depth

Measurement conditions:
8.2Ω Level: 3.16 V, 50 ohm
Strong 6.4 mm terminals
Driver in free air
Soft Dome Midrange Esotec MD 142 Esotec MD 142

Similar to the MD 102 tweeter in principle, the new Esotec MD 142 is a

75mm (3-inch) diameter soft dome midrange design intended for high
performance three- and four-way audio systems.

As typical of all Dynaudio tweeters and soft-dome midrange units, the MD 142
features a large diameter aluminum voice coil with a centered magnet housed
in a relatively compact and shallow enclosure. Suspended in ferrofluid for
controlled damping, an extremely light aluminium voice coil drives the dome.
Aluminium has proven to be an ideal material for Dynaudio’s oversized
voice coils due to its extremely low mass, which in turn allows a larger coil
diameter and more windings as compared to conventional designs. The heat
produced by the voice coil is dissipated to the magnet system with the help
of ferrofluid cooling liquid. The precisely optimized dome geometry and the
low mass of the internal moving parts ensure a very transparent and detailed
reproduction of all frequencies. In most dome driver designs, the surround of
the driver and the outer edge of the driver membrane are moving in opposite
phase and canceling each other’s output at various frequencies. Dynaudio
has undertaken extensive research into the shaping of these parts to ensure
that the long linear excursions essential to high output levels are maintained
without this type of interference.

The Esotec MD 142 is housed in a compact self-contained enclosure with

a vented pole piece and damped rear chamber. It includes an integrated pro-
tective grille, and requires no additional airspace for installation. It thus may
easily be integrated into a wide range of install applications and locations,
including kick-panel, in-dash, in-door or rear deck mount placement. In tan-
dem with the incredibly powerful Neodymium magnet, the sound reproduced
by the MD 142 is smooth, detailed, dynamic and simply amazing.
Thiele Small Parameters
Nominal impedance Znom 8Ω
DC resistance Re 5.3 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le - mH
Resonance frequency fs 475 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms -
Electrical Q factor Qes -
Total Q factor Qts -
Mechanical resistance Rms - kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms -g
Suspension compliance Cms - mm/N
Effective dome diameter d - mm
Effective piston area Sd 52 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas -l
Force factor BL - Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 700–6000 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Coated textile dome
Voice coil diameter dc 75 mm Green line: 30° horizontal
Voice coil height hc 5.5 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal Large 75 mm voice coil ensures
Linear excursion, peak to peak 2.5 mm high power handling and low
Max. excursion, peak to peak 5 mm Measurement conditions: compression
Power Handling Level: 2.83 V
Distance: 1 m Internal magnet structure with
Nominal long term IEC 100 W
Measured in a large baffle vented pole piece
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
Mechanical Properties
Aluminium voice coil wire results
Net weight 0.75 kg in a low moving mass
Overall dimension ø 121 x 66 mm
Impedance compensation circuit Shallow mounting depth
Impedance
(with and without impedance
Integrated protective grille
correction circuit)

Ferrofluid adds damping and

Red line: impedance, free air
increases power handling
Green line: impedance,
5.6μF
free air with compensation.

Measurement conditions:
6.8Ω Level: 3.16 V, 50 ohm
Driver in free air
Woofer Esotec MW 152 Esotec MW 152

The Dynaudio Esotec mid/woofers also utilize the same core technology
as the company’s home audio and professional studio loudspeaker
products, with materials and parameters fully optimized for the par-
ticular conditions typical of in-car installations. All Esotec models are
available in various sizes, all characterized by an ultra linear frequency
response and Dynaudio’s exemplary sonic performance.

The most compact of the new Esotec car series mid/woofers, the new MW 152
is a compact 15 cm (5.75 inch) diameter driver with a 75 mm (3 inch) diameter
voice coil. As is the case with the full range of Dynaudio woofers, the cone
diaphragm is composed of a proprietary MSP (magnesium silicate polymer)
material developed by Dynaudio – a low-distortion material characterized
by a lack of coloration that proves essential to the unique Dynaudio sound.
The MW 152 exhibits a smooth frequency response both on- and off-axis,
with incredibly low distortion. The MW 152 delivers excellent midrange re-
production and is the perfect choice for any small, high-performance two- or
three-way system.

The woofer motor assemblies of the Esotec mid/woofers are built into torsion-
ally rigid die-cast aluminium baskets (a high-strength stamped steel basket
is utilized on the MW 162 GT and MW 182 model variants), which have
been optimized to eliminate air turbulence and resonance and the adverse
effects of such. The aerodynamically shaped ribs of the Dynaudio die cast
driver frames serve to eliminate virtually all reflections and tonal aberrations
created by the traditional driver frame, and ensure the highest degree of
mechanical performance at an extremely low weight.

The low suspension compliance of the MW 152 makes it perfectly suited for
Thiele Small Parameters
smaller enclosures typical of most in-car installations, while also allowing it to
Nominal impedance Znom 4Ω
be utilized without a dedicated enclosure in free-air mounting applications. DC resistance Re 3.0 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le 0.24 mH
Resonance frequency fs 70 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms 1.9
Electrical Q factor Qes 0.63
Total Q factor Qts 0.47
Mechanical resistance Rms 3.1 kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms 14 g
Suspension compliance Cms 0.38 mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 105 mm
Effective piston area Sd 87 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas 4l
Force factor BL 5.4 Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 55–3500 Hz (Frequency response: on-axis,
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties 30° and 60° off-axis) Diaphragm and dust cap moulded
Voice coil diameter dc 75 mm as one piece
Voice coil height hc 10.9 mm Red line: on-axis response
Linear excursion, peak to peak 6 mm Green line: 30° horizontal Large 75 mm voice coil ensures
Max. excursion, peak to peak 15 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal high power handling
Power Handling
Measurement conditions: Internal double magnet system
Nominal long term IEC 100 W
Level: 2.83 V with vented pole piece
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
Distance: 1 m
Mechanical Properties
Box volume: 8.4 l Aluminium voice coil wire provides
Net weight 1.1 kg for a low moving mass
Overall dimension ø 145.5 x 70 mm
Impedance compensation circuit Rigid die-cast chassis with
Impedance
aerodynamically shaped ribs
(with and without impedance
correction circuit)
Materials and parameters are
optimized for the harsh environ-
22μF Red line: impedance, free air
mental conditions in a car
Green line: impedance, free air
with compensation.
Smooth high-frequency roll-off

Measurement conditions:
4.7Ω
Level: 2 V, 10 ohm
Driver in free air
Woofer Esotec MW 162 Esotec MW 162

The Esotec MW 162 mid/woofer is a medium sized 17 cm (6.5 inch)

diameter driver that combines a clear and detailed midrange with a
strong and powerful bass response.

Another characteristic typical of Dynaudio drivers and carried through in

the new Esotec mobile series woofers is the diffraction-optimized shape of
the MSP cone’s characteristic curvature, which further improves imaging so
that even at short listening distances as typical of most in-car installations a
realistic, true three-dimensional sound-stage can be enjoyed. Molding the
diaphragm and dust cap into a one-piece flat-membrane results in a con-
trolled roll off and high dynamic range. In relation to the total cone surface
area, the 75 mm (3 inch) voice coil is exceptionally large in diameter, allowing
a most precise conversion of the amplifier’s signal to music. The result is
un-compromised, direct music enjoyment.

All of the Esotec MW (mid/woofer) model variants employ Dynaudio’s cus-

tomary oversized aluminium voice coil, which feature an uncharacteristically
large diameter coil wound on a strong and temperature stable former to
drive the geometrically optimized rigid MSP cone diaphragm. The Esotec
mid/woofers have all been further upgraded with a brand-new suspension.
The new spider allows greater mechanical movement of the cone, increasing
excursion while allowing a higher maximum SPL and improved low bass
performance.

The use of Dynaudio’s large diameter aluminium voice coils increases ther-
mal handling capabilities tremendously, allowing the drivers to operate within
an ideal temperature range, even at high continuous power levels and during
powerful music transients. Dynamic impulses are reproduced precisely and
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without distortion, even at high volume levels, while impressive sound quality
Nominal impedance Znom 4Ω
and high power handling capability are achieved. DC resistance Re 3.1 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le 0.22 mH
Resonance frequency fs 55 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms 2.2
Electrical Q factor Qes 0.57
Total Q factor Qts 0.45
Mechanical resistance Rms 2.7 kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms 17.4 g
Suspension compliance Cms 0.48 mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 124 mm
Effective piston area Sd 120 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas 9.8 l
Force factor BL 5.7 Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 40–4000 Hz (Frequency response: on-axis,
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties 30° and 60° off-axis) Diaphragm and dust cap moulded
Voice coil diameter dc 75 mm as one piece
Voice coil height hc 10.9 mm Red line: on-axis response
Linear excursion, peak to peak 6 mm Green line: 30° horizontal Large 75 mm voice coil ensures
Max. excursion, peak to peak 17 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal high power handling
Power Handling
Measurement conditions: Internal double magnet system
Nominal long term IEC 120 W
Level: 2.83 V with vented pole piece
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
Distance: 1 m
Mechanical Properties
Box volume: 15.6 l Aluminium voice coil wire provides
Net weight 1.2 kg for a low moving mass
Overall dimension ø 175 x 77 mm
Impedance compensation circuit Rigid die-cast chassis with
Impedance
aerodynamically shaped ribs
(with and without impedance
correction circuit)
Materials and parameters are
optimized for the harsh environ-
22μF Red line: impedance, free air
mental conditions in a car
Green line: impedance, free air
with compensation.
Smooth high-frequency roll-off

Measurement conditions:
4.7Ω Natural midrange reproduction
Level: 2 V, 10 ohm
Driver in free air
Woofer Esotec MW 162 GT Esotec MW 162 GT

The new Esotec MW 162 GT is a smaller version of the MW 162 mid/

bass driver, also a 17 cm (6.5 inch) diameter design with a 75 mm
(3 inch) voice coil, housed in a slightly more compact yet rigid stamped
steel basket to better allow it to fit into a wider range of drop-in factory
automobile loudspeaker locations.

This is especially helpful in minimizing labor by eliminating otherwise

necessary vehicle modifications during installations where space is limited.
The Esotec mobile loudspeaker woofers all use glued and thermally bonded
styrene butadiene rubber surrounds, which ensure excellent control and
reliability, while providing added durability against the elements.

For more dynamic power delivery in the bass region, the 15, 17 and 20 cm
diameter Esotec mid/bass drivers employ Dynaudio’s traditional double-
magnet motor system while featuring new, upgraded high-density ultra-com-
pressed Ferrite magnets. The new magnet systems provide an extremely
controlled and incredibly precise movement of the voice coil. The result is
improved dynamics and greater fidelity to the original music signal. Dramatic
musical passages are thus reproduced accurately and without compromise.
And with increased cone excursion, even the most powerful transients are
delivered without compression.

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Nominal impedance Znom 4Ω
DC resistance Re 3.0 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le 0.22 mH
Resonance frequency fs 60 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms 2.1
Electrical Q factor Qes 0.63
Total Q factor Qts 0.48
Mechanical resistance Rms 3 kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms 16.8 g
Suspension compliance Cms 0.42 mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 124 mm
Effective piston area Sd 120 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas 8.6 l
Force factor BL 5.5 Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 40–4000 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Diaphragm and dust cap moulded
Voice coil diameter dc 75 mm Green line: 30° horizontal as one piece
Voice coil height hc 10.9 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal
Linear excursion, peak to peak 6 mm Large 75 mm voice coil ensures
Max. excursion, peak to peak 17 mm Measurement conditions: high power handling
Power Handling Level: 2.83 V
Distance: 1 m Internal double magnet system
Nominal long term IEC 120 W
Box volume: 15.6 l with vented pole piece
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
Mechanical Properties
Aluminium voice coil wire provides
Net weight 1.1 kg
for a low moving mass
Overall dimension ø 166 x 71 mm
Impedance compensation circuit Materials and parameters are
Impedance
optimized for the harsh
(with and without impedance
environmental conditions
correction circuit)
in a car

22μF Red line: impedance, free air

Smooth high-frequency roll-off
Green line: impedance, free air
with compensation.
Natural midrange reproduction
Measurement conditions:
4.7Ω
Level: 2 V, 10 ohms
Driver in free air
Woofer Esotec MW 172 Esotec MW 172

The new Esotec MW 172 is a 20 cm (8 inch) diameter mid/woofer

designed for high performance two-and three way systems.

The MW 172 will perform extremely well in a wide range of enclosures, either
sealed, vented, or free-air. The MW 172 exhibits a unique combination of
smooth frequency response, low distortion, and extremely powerful bass to
deliver an outstanding sonic performance in any high performance two- or
three-way system.

The MW 172 utilizes an oversized 75 mm (3 inch) diameter voice coil to drive

the MSP one-piece cone diaphragm. The new 15, 17 and 20 cm Esotec
car series woofers all utilize new ultra compressed dual ferrite magnets
positioned inside the coil to produce maximum utilization of the magnetic
energy. The powerful double magnet system utilizes a vented pole piece
for additional cooling. Positioning the magnet structure inside the voice coil
enables the use of a very large voice coil, which in turn produces increased
power and efficiency and yields a linear movement of the cone without cone
breakup. Phase response is smooth and uniform. The large diameter of the
voice coils provides optimum drive of the diaphragm and guarantees enough
headroom with regard to power rating, while assuring perfect control of even
the most minute membrane displacement. The use of a large diameter voice
coil also allows for the flat Dynaudio MSP cone membrane geometry, which
results in minimal phase lag at crossover to midrange driver.

The MW 172 is a perfectly balanced driver with excellent dispersion, a linear

frequency response and an extraordinary absence of resonance, rendering
it ideal for anchoring even a high quality two-way system even with its rela-
tively large cone diameter.
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Nominal impedance Znom 4Ω
DC resistance Re 3.2 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le 0.27 mH
Resonance frequency fs 45 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms 2.3
Electrical Q factor Qes 0.65
Total Q factor Qts 0.51
Mechanical resistance Rms 2.6 kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms 21.4 g
Suspension compliance Cms 0.58 mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 151 mm
Effective piston area Sd 180 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas 27 l
Force factor BL 5.4 Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 35–3500 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Diaphragm and dust cap moulded
Voice coil diameter dc 75 mm Green line: 30° horizontal as one piece
Voice coil height hc 14 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal
Linear excursion, peak to peak 9 mm Very large 75 mm voice coil
Max. excursion, peak to peak 15 mm Measurement conditions: ensures high power handling
Power Handling Level: 2.83 V
Distance: 1 m Internal double magnet system
Nominal long term IEC 150 W
Box volume: 18 l with vented pole piece
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
Mechanical Properties
Aluminium voice coil wire provides
Net weight 1.6 kg
for a low moving mass
Overall dimension ø 200 x 88 mm
Impedance compensation circuit Rigid die-cast chassis with
Impedance
aerodynamically shaped ribs
(with and without impedance
correction circuit)
Materials and parameters are
optimized for the harsh environ-
33μF Red line: impedance, free air
mental conditions in a car
Green line: impedance, free air
with compensation.
Natural midrange reproduction
Measurement conditions:
4.7Ω Smooth high-frequency roll-off
Level: 2 V, 10 ohm
Driver in free air
Woofer Esotec MW 182 Esotec MW 182

The new Esotec MW 182 is a large 24 cm (10 inch) diameter mid/woofer

equipped with an extremely large, 100 mm (4 inch) diameter voice coil with
a dual centered magnet system driving the MSP cone to ensure the greatest
possible power handling. This impressive driver is ideally suited for woofer or
subwoofer applications in any high quality car audio system.

To achieve the lowest possible moving mass, as is the case with all Dynaudio
voice coil designs, the unique oversized voice coils are made of pure aluminum
while the voice coil wire is itself wound in Dynaudio’s proprietary technique.
Via an inimitable winding method, the lightweight aluminum coils are coated
with a special thermoplastic material. The coils are then processed in such
a way that the coil expands and contracts until the wires have reformed into
a solid mass of wire. By this method, an extremely durable and stable coil is
made, one not subject to warping and other problems commonly associated
with traditional loudspeaker voice coils. Concurrently, the density of the wind-
ing within the magnetic gap is increased, as is the efficiency of the driver.

The MW 182 is suited for a wide array of installation enclosures, both sealed
as well as vented. The long linear excursion of the ultra low distortion MSP
cone is perfectly complemented by the mechanical integrity of the rigid
steel basket. In conjunction with the extremely large voice coil, the MW 182
delivers not only high power handling but also a deep, tight and detailed
reproduction of bass free of any compression.

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Nominal impedance Znom 4Ω
DC resistance Re 3.7 Ω
Voice coil inductance Le 0.5 mH
Resonance frequency fs 40 Hz
Mechanical Q factor Qms 2.8
Electrical Q factor Qes 0.84
Total Q factor Qts 0.64
Mechanical resistance Rms 3.3 kg/s
Moving mass (incl. air load) Mms 36.5 g
Suspension compliance Cms 0.43 mm/N
Effective dome diameter d 173 mm
Effective piston area Sd 235 cm²
Equivalent volume Vas 34 l
Force factor BL 6.4 Tm SPL Facts
Recommended frequency range 30–2000 Hz
Magnet and Voice Coil Properties Red line: on-axis response Diaphragm and dust cap moulded
Voice coil diameter dc 100 mm Green line: 30° horizontal as one piece
Voice coil height hc 17 mm Blue line: 60° horizontal
Linear excursion, peak to peak 9 mm Very large 100 mm voice coil
Max. excursion, peak to peak 26 mm Measurement conditions: ensures high power handling
Power Handling Level: 2.83 V
Distance: 1 m Internal magnet structure with
Nominal long term IEC 180 W
Box volume: 25 l vented pole piece
Transient (10 ms) 1000 W
Mechanical Properties
Long linear excursion
Net weight 1.85 kg
Overall dimension ø 239 x 86 mm Aluminium voice coil wire provides
Impedance compensation circuit for a low moving mass
Impedance

Materials and parameters are

Red line: impedance, free air
optimized for the harsh environ-
Green line: impedance, free air
mental conditions in a car
47μF with compensation

Measurement conditions:
Level: 2 V, 10 ohm
Driver in free air
4.7Ω
 Esotec Crossover

Crossover Esotec X 252

The new Esotec X 252 crossover is a competition grade, audiophile

quality passive two-way crossover designed to accommodate four of
the new Esotec woofers, the MW 152, MW 162, MW 162 GT and MW 172
models in combination with the Esotec MD 102 tweeter.

The X 252 Crossover is also included in three packaged Esotec two-way

component systems, and features a three-position tweeter level control to
better adjust the high frequency performance to listener position or prefer-
ence. With the vast experience gained in developing the advanced Dynaudio
premium factory sound systems offered to the automotive industry, fine-
tuning the new Esotec crossovers brought forth a substantial improvement
in sound quality. The Esotec X 252 is a first order crossover with impedance
correction for the woofer to create an even easier load for any amplifier and
a second order filter with an integrated self-resetting protection circuit for the
tweeter. The Esotec crossovers all feature gold plated screw terminals, poly-
propylene capacitors, thick printed circuit boards with pure copper traces,
and are housed in impact resistant plastic enclosures. Each is optimized for
a particular configuration and is designed to enable the individual Esotec
loudspeaker models to perform at their optimum capabilities while address-
ing a wide range of systems and applications, and are optimized for perfect X 252 MW 152 MW 162/GT MW 172
phase response and time coherency in any vehicle. Crossover frequency 2200 Hz 2200 Hz 2200 Hz
Nominal impedance 4 Ohms 4 Ohms 4 Ohms
Power handling 100 W 120 W 150 W
Dimensions 38 x 84 x 145 mm
Net weight 0.33 kg

Crossover Esotec X 362

The new Esotec X 362 crossover is a three-way competition grade,

audiophile quality passive crossover designed to accommodate four
of the new Esotec woofers, the MW 162, MW 162 GT, MW 172 and MW
182 models in combination with the Esotec MD 102 tweeter and Esotec
MD 142 soft dome midrange.

The X 362 Crossover is also included in two packaged Esotec three-way

component systems. There is a three-position level control for both the
tweeter and midrange, which allow one to adjust the sound according to
driver position and or personal preference. Regardless of the driver comple-
ment chosen, the result is an incredibly linear frequency response with an
extremely detailed midrange reproduction and excellent dispersion.

Essentially a three way variant of the X 252 model, the Esotec X 362 utilizes
a first order crossover slope for the woofer and midrange, and a second or-
der slope for the tweeter. The phase correct, shallow slope Esotec crossover
networks utilize the highest quality components selected and matched to
extremely tight tolerances and offer impedance correction for the woofer and
integrated protection circuits for the tweeter while enabling a linear frequency
response and improved dispersion from the drivers, allowing such to be per- X 362 MW 162/GT MW 172 MW 182
fectly integrated into any vehicle. Crossover frequency 900 Hz/3.5 kHz 900 Hz/3.5 kHz 900 Hz/3.5 kHz
Nominal impedance 4 Ohms 4 Ohms 4 Ohms
Power handling 200 W 200 W 200 W
Dimensions 43 x 104 x 175 mm
Net weight 0.60 kg
 Esotec Systems

Esotec System 222

While individual drivers are available separately to offer complete

system building flexibility, Dynaudio has packaged the most popular
two-way driver complements with audiophile quality, competition-
grade, adjustable passive crossover networks into component system
packages to deliver the new Esotec performance quality at the highest
level of value possible.

The Esotec System 222 is a two-way component system comprising one pair
each of MW 152 woofers, MD 102 tweeters and X 252 crossovers along with
all mounting hardware and grilles.

Esotec System 222 - Two-Way System

- 5.75“ MSP-Woofer, 1.1“ Soft-Dome Tweeter

- Frequency Response: 55 Hz – 25 kHz

- Sensitivity: 91 dB

- Continuous Power Handling: 200 Watts

- System Impedance: 4 Ω

Esotec Grilles

The original Dynaudio Protection Grilles separately are available for

every driver.

Their massive and indestructible finish will make sure your build-in drivers never
get damaged. The tutelary metal-grid is uncritical in acoustical behaviour and
can be mounted free of resonances with usual screws. With their unobtrusive
surfacefinish the Dynaudio grilles can be integrated inconspicuously in almost
every interior to guide every attention to the essential – just to the music!

Esotec Grilles - Inherently stable

- Acoustically permeable grid-structure

- Including mounting-ring with Dynaudio Logo

- Discreet anthracite varnish

- Excluding corresponding screws

 Esotec Systems

Esotec System 242

The Esotec System 242 is a two-way component system comprising

one pair each of MW 162 woofers, MD 102 tweeters and X 252 cross-
overs along with all mounting hardware and grilles.

Dynaudio’s Esotec component sets are designed to facilitate performance

optimized system synergies offering an unprecedented level of sound quality
and flexibility in a wide range of applications and vehicles. The new Esotec car
series crossovers are impedance-corrected and truly linear, thus enabling a
wide variety of power amplifiers to be ideally utilized to drive the entire range
of Esotec loudspeaker models, allowing the full potential of the Dynaudio
system to be realized – something essential for a perfectly harmonious and
comprehensive system performance.

Esotec System 242 - Two-Way System

- 7“ MSP-Woofer, 1.1“ Soft-Dome Tweeter

- Frequency Response: 55 Hz – 25 kHz

- Sensitivity: 90 dB

- Continuous Power Handling: 100 Watts

- System Impedance: 4 Ω

Esotec System 242 GT

The Esotec System 242 GT is a two-way component system compris-

ing one pair each of MW 162 GT woofers, MD 102 tweeters and X 252
crossovers along with all mounting hardware and grilles.

In order to perfectly integrate the improved drivers, the Esotec component

systems feature new crossover designs updated with optimized parameters.
The balanced frequency response of the Dynaudio Esotec automotive loud-
speaker series is not simply the result of the superior drivers utilized, but also
a product of the accurate fine-tuning in the crossover.

Esotec System 242 GT - Two-Way System

- 7“ MSP-Woofer, 1.1“ Soft-Dome Tweeter

- Frequency Response: 55 Hz – 25 kHz

- Sensitivity: 90 dB

- Continuous Power Handling: 100 Watts

- System Impedance: 4 Ω
 Esotec Systems

Esotec System 342

The Esotec System 342 three-way component system includes one pair
each of the MD 102 soft-dome tweeter, MD 142 soft-dome midrange,
MW 162 mid/woofer and X 362 audiophile quality, competition-grade,
adjustable passive crossover networks into an ultra high performance
package that delivers Dynaudio’s advanced high fidelity sound and an
incredible level of installation flexibility. All mounting hardware and
grilles are included.

Taking the performance of the company’s two-way systems one step further,
Dynaudio’s Esotec three-way systems incorporate the innovative MD 142
soft-dome midrange unit that adds a further sense of refinement to the system
while offering such at the highest possible value.

Esotec System 342 - Three-Way System

- 7“ MSP-Woofer, 3“ Soft-Dome Midrange,

1.1“ Soft-Dome Tweeter

- Frequency Response: 55 Hz – 25 kHz

- Sensitivity: 91 dB

- Continuous Power Handling: 200 Watts

- System Impedance: 4 Ω

Esotec System 362

The Esotec System 362 component systems combine one pair each
of the MD 102 soft-dome tweeter, MD 142 softdome midrange, MW 172
woofers and the X 362 crossover networks into an incredibly refined
and ultimately powerful three-way component system. All mounting
hardware and grilles are included.

The Dynaudio Esotec mobile loudspeakers are perfectly complemented by

the company’s various dedicated crossover offerings. The Esotec component
system crossovers are truly competition grade, using the highest quality
components throughout. Custom produced, hand-selected, top quality poly-
propylene capacitors and custom wound, high-grade air-core inductors are
utilized, as are impedance correction networks and tweeter protection circuits
and independent tweeter adjustment levels for added system set-up flexibility.
Mated to the advanced technology Esotec car series loudspeakers, the
net result is a system that delivers authentic Dynaudio sound quality with
a neutral tonal balance, incredible imaging and sound-staging capabilities,
unsurpassed dynamics and complete transparency.
Esotec System 362 - Three-Way System

- 8“ MSP-Woofer, 3“ Soft-Dome Midrange,

1.1“ Soft-Dome Tweeter

- Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 25 kHz

- Sensitivity: 92 dB

- Continuous Power Handling: 200 Watts

- System Impedance: 4 Ω
 Dynaudio Sound Systems

Volkswagen

Volkswagen searched for a real audio specialist – and in 2002 they

turned to Dynaudio to develop a benchmark sound system for the next
generation Passat. Inspiring owners and car magazine test drivers
alike, the resulting high-end sound system redefined the level of sound
quality from a factory-fitted stereo system. This tremendous success
marked the beginning of a long-term collaboration between Dynaudio
and Volkswagen.

Working closely with the Volkswagen development team, Dynaudio is involved

in the design of the entire sound system from the very early stages.
Being involved so early meant that the Dynaudio engineers could optimize
the location, mounting, and housing of all components and precision-tailor
the amplifiers and associated circuitry in order to achieve the best possible
performance. The end result is a sound system that has been perfectly
integrated, both sonically and aesthetically – discreet Dynaudio logos are the
only visible clues.

The combination of ten Dynaudio loudspeaker drivers powered by state-

of-theart digital amplifiers using digital sound processing (DSP) technology
provides a sound experience previously unheard of. This authentic sound
quality is achieved by individually designing and adapting the loudspeakers
and amplifiers for nearly all Volkswagen models.

Bugatti

An encounter of superlatives: for the first time, the performance of the

legendary Dynaudio hi-fi and home cinema loudspeakers is transferred
to a unique Super Sports car. When launched, the Bugatti Veyron set
new benchmarks in engineering and performance for a Super Sports
car, so when developing an audio system for the new Grand Sport only
the best would do.

The all-new Puccini Sound System includes dedicated Dynaudio loudspeaker

technology and a high-performance digital amplifier. With impressive
dynamics and extraordinary musicality this system sets a new sound quality
standard in the segment redefined by Bugatti.

In the Grand Sport Roadster the acoustic requirements where even higher
than in the Bugatti Veyron 16.4, resulting in an advanced design of the new
sound system that surpasses that of the Coupe by some margin.

The new Puccini Sound System is comprised of four Dynaudio loudspeaker

drive units, perfectly integrated into the interior and acoustically optimized
by the Dynaudio sound experts. Due to the compact interior dimensions and
only two seats, Dynaudio limited the number of speakers and concentrated
on the absolute attention to detail that is in keeping with a vehicle like the
Grand Sport. The use and selection of advanced materials and amplification
with digital signal processing is what makes this system exceptional.
 All there is.

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