Like. No. Other

Combining world class performance with a reasonable cost, the Epique E180HE-44 7" carbon fiber cone woofer from Dayton Audio sets a new standard in versatility, distortion, and response for small speakers. Featuring a carbon fiber cone, dual voice coils, custom tooled suspension, FEA optimized motor, cast aluminum frame, ample venting, and extensive induction control, the E180HE-44 pushes the limits of performance for a 7" driver. Capable of exceptional performance in everything from small subwoofers to 2-way designs, this versatile driver will redefine what is possible from compact speaker systems.

MMAG Motor Assembly - Like No Other

Carbon Fiber Is All About Performance

High excursion requires flexible suspension

When designing the E180HE-44, Dayton Audio paid extra attention to optimize the suspension to guarantee unrestricted excursion without limiting performance. The large roll rubber surround was custom tooled for high excursion while paying extra attention to the profile to avoid limiting off axis dispersion. A filleted inside edge helps to add extra damping to the cone while reducing reflection from the high roll surround to further improve higher frequency response. A large diameter progressive spider helps keep the cone linear when driven to high excursion without restriction. In addition, the tinsel leads have been woven into the spider on opposing sides to keep mass and compliance displaced evenly across the spider.

Extensive venting helps displace unwanted heat

Cast aluminum frame holds everything together

In order to support its massive motor assembly while providing a solid mounting surface, the E180HE-44 uses a rugged cast aluminum frame. The minimalistic design of the frame eliminates unwanted reflections and provides ample airflow for the rear of the cone. With plenty of space behind the spider makes sure that you can push the limits of excursion without bottoming out. Being a non-magnetic material, the aluminum frame has no effect to the magnetic field allowing the motor to effortlessly perform exactly as designed. As an added bonus aluminum is an excellent conductor of heat to further assist in cooling.

No Replacement for Displacement

Thanks to the 14mm linear excursion of the E180HE-44, speaker designers can get incredible volume displacement out of a significantly smaller driver in significantly smaller boxes. This comes with a caveat, however; more displacement requires larger ports, which can become cumbersome to fit inside such small boxes.

To enable the highest quality builds, Dayton Audio has created high-performance passive radiators that retain the Epique family aesthetic. Eliminate the need for excessively large ports by using the Epique E150HE-PR and the E180HE-PR in your next Epique build!