Altec 9845A (1975)
A two-way studio monitor from 1975 with a 15-inch woofer and a sectoral horn, made for professional audio work.
Overview
The Altec 9845A is a studio monitor Altec built in 1975. It is a two-way design in a bass reflex cabinet, with a sectoral horn on top and extended frequency response as the goal. Each speaker weighs 110 pounds. They were originally sold as a pair.
Specifications
| System Type | 2-way |
| Woofer | 15" |
| High Frequency Driver | 1" compression driver |
| Crossover Frequency | 800 Hz |
| Frequency Response | 35 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Power Handling | 50 watts |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB |
| Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 25" x 28" x 15" |
| Weight | 110 lbs |
| Original price | $1,200 per pair |
Design
The 9845A pairs its bass reflex cabinet with a sectoral horn. The horn improves low-frequency efficiency and directivity control in studio monitoring environments.
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