Altec 406B

A 10-inch low-frequency loudspeaker

Overview

The Altec 406B is a 10-inch woofer made by Altec. Allied Electronics catalogs from 1970 list it as the "Altec 406B 10' Woofer." It has a cast aluminum frame and a heavy magnet structure, and the whole driver weighs 9 pounds, 7 ounces. User discussions mention it in speaker setups alongside other classic audio equipment. It also shows up in a YouTube video titled "altec 406b biflex, LEAK stereo70," which suggests it may have been used in vintage stereo systems.

Specifications

Driver size10-inch
Impedance8 ohm
Voice coil2 inch
FrameLightweight cast aluminum frame
Magnet structure9-lb. 7-oz.
Power rating15 or 25 watts (conflicting sources)
Frequency response25-4500 Hz
Depth514' deep

eBay Listings

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1PCS Ignition Starter Switch with 2 Keys JK408 JK406B
$19.02
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Air Filter for Epson Projector PowerLite D6250 H406B 1850W 1
$22.88
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Otari MX5050 MKIII-8 QSC Board Assembly PB9A406B.
$99.96
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1PCS NEW JK408 JK406B Ignition Starter Switch with 2 Keys
$18.66
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