Acoustic Research Speaker Parts — Browse All Models

Types of loudspeaker drivers used in Acoustic Research speaker systems

• Sub-woofer. The sub-woofer reproduces sound in the lowest frequency ranges typically from 20Hz – 200Hz.
• Woofer. The woofer reproduces sound from low ranges around 50Hz – 1kHz.
• Midrange driver. The midrange driver reproduces sound in the middle range of the audible sound spectrum from around 300Hz to about 5kHz.
• Tweeters. Tweeters reproduce the clear, crisp high frequency sounds above 2kHz up to around 20kHz.

Common replacement parts for Acoustic Research speakers

• Woofer. The woofer cover low frequency sound reproduction and can blow out in certain situations such as when too much power is applied to the speaker.
• Diaphragm. The diaphragm creates the sound wave when voltage is applied across its leads.
• Enclosure. The enclosure houses the drivers and speaker components.
• Power supply. Some speaker systems use a power supply that drives the speakers.