Orion CTW150 Pro Audio Cobalt Series 3.9" 200W Peak Power Handling at 4-Ohms, Aluminum Bullet Horn Tweeter
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Crisp Highs, Powerful Performance
Upgrade your car audio with the ORION CTW150 3.8" Bullet Tweeter, delivering crisp, high-frequency sound that adds brilliance and depth to every track. Enjoy precise highs and an expansive soundstage that brings out every subtle musical nuance. With 65W RMS and 260W peak power handling, these tweeters provide powerful, distortion-free performance even at higher volumes.
Compact Design, Brilliant Sound
Easily integrate the ORION CTW150 3.8" Bullet Tweeter into any audio setup with its compact, versatile design. Enjoy reliable, high-frequency performance that consistently delivers clear, brilliant sound. Elevate every drive with precise highs and rich audio depth, creating an immersive and captivating listening experience.
Immersive Highs, Reliable Performance
Experience a richer, more immersive soundstage with the CTW150 tweeters, revealing every intricate musical detail. With 65W RMS and 260W peak power handling, they deliver powerful, distortion-free highs at any volume. Their compact, durable design ensures easy installation and long-lasting, reliable high-frequency performance for your car audio system.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why Does the CTW150 Sound Extremely Loud Even With Moderate Amplifier Power?
With its 102 dB sensitivity, the CTW150 can produce substantial output from relatively modest power, so careful gain adjustment may be necessary when matching it to the rest of the system.
- • What Can Cause the CTW150 to Stop Producing Sound Suddenly?
Owners have reported tweeters becoming silent after extended high-volume use, making amplifier power, crossover protection, and actual speaker condition important areas to inspect.
- • Why Can the Treble Become Too Aggressive After Installing CTW150 Tweeters?
The high sensitivity and extended 3.5 kHz–23 kHz response can make the upper frequencies noticeably prominent, particularly when the tweeters are aimed directly toward the listeners.
- • Can Excessive Amplifier Power Damage the CTW150?
Yes, continuously exceeding its 65W RMS power handling can generate excessive heat and mechanical stress, even though the published peak rating is considerably higher.
- • Why Does the CTW150 Sound Different Depending on Its Mounting Direction?
Bullet tweeters are highly directional, so changing their angle can noticeably alter how much high-frequency energy reaches the listening position.
- • What Should I Check If the Tweeter Starts Sounding Harsh at High Volume?
Harshness can develop when the amplifier is driven into clipping or the tweeter receives excessive high-frequency energy, so gain and crossover settings should be checked before increasing power further.
- • Why Might One CTW150 Sound Louder Than the Other?
Differences in amplifier channel levels, wiring polarity, connection quality, or physical aiming can make a matched pair appear uneven even when both tweeters are functioning.
- • Is the Recommended Capacitor Important When Installing the CTW150?
Orion specifies a 3.3µF 100V capacitor, so using an appropriate high-pass protection component can help prevent damaging low-frequency content from reaching the tweeter.
- • Why Does the CTW150 Need a Secure Mounting Surface?
Its 3.8-inch aluminum die-cast construction and 15-ounce ferrite magnet make solid mounting important, especially in vehicles where vibration can work against loose hardware.
- • Can Playing the CTW150 Too Loud for Long Periods Shorten Its Life?
Yes, an owner review describes a pair that stopped working after less than a month of very loud use, illustrating why sustained operation within the tweeter's rated power range matters.
- Diameter : 3.8 Inch
- Sensitivity : 102 dB
- Frequency Response : 3500-23000 Hz
- RMS Power Range : 65 Watts
- Peak Power Handling : 260 Watts
- Tweeter Type : Bullet
- RMS Power Handling : 65 Watts
Features:
- Elevate Your Listening Experience: Upgrade your car audio with the ORION CTW150 3.8" Bullet Tweeter and immerse yourself in captivating high frequencies that enhance the brilliance and depth of your music.
- Precise High Frequencies: These tweeters deliver precise high frequencies that add clarity and brilliance to your audio, enriching your listening experience.
- Expansive Soundstage: The CTW150 enhances your audio's soundstage, revealing subtle nuances in your music and providing a more immersive listening experience.
- Powerful Performance: With 65 watts RMS and 260 watts MAX power handling, these tweeters maintain their sonic excellence even at higher volumes.
- Seamless Integration: The compact design of the CTW150 ensures easy integration into various audio setups, allowing for versatile installation options.
- Reliable Sound: The CTW150 is designed to deliver consistent and reliable high-frequency performance, ensuring a long-lasting audio enhancement.
- Elevate Your Drive: Upgrade your drive with captivating high-frequency sound that adds brilliance and depth to your music. Install the ORION CTW150 3.8" Bullet Tweeter and enjoy an elevated auditory experience, complete with enhanced audio brilliance and dimension.
- Precision Highs: The ORION CTW150 Bullet Tweeter excels in reproducing high frequencies with precision, enhancing audio clarity and brilliance.
- Enhanced Soundstage: Elevate your soundstage as these tweeters bring out intricate audio details, providing a more immersive and dimensional listening experience.
- Optimized Power Handling: With 65 watts RMS and 260 watts MAX power handling, these tweeters maintain their sonic excellence at various volume levels.
- Compact Design: The CTW150's compact size ensures easy integration into your audio setup, allowing for seamless installation.
- Durability: Crafted with durability in mind, the CTW150 is built to provide reliable and consistent high-frequency performance.
Specifications:
- Speaker Size: 3.8" (Inches)
- Voice Coil Configuration: 4 ohm
- Power Handling (Peak): 260 Watts
- Power Handling (RMS): 65 Watts
- Sensitivity: 102 dB
- Frequency Response: 3.5 kHz - 23 kHz
- Voice Coil Diameter: 1" (Inches)
- Tweeter 2 Tweeters
- Material: Aluminum Die-Cast
- Diaphragm Material: Aluminum
- Phase Plug Material: Aluminum Bullet Horn
- Magnet Information: 15 Oz Ferrite
- Recommended Capacitor: 3.3uF 100V
- Mounting Depth: (Inches)
- Overall Depth: (Inches)
- Cutout Diameter: 84mm / 3.3 (Inches)
- Overall Diameter: 96mm / 3.78 (Inches)
- UPC: 818550010208
- Weight: 2
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Warranty: 2 Year(s) Warranty.
This item is accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. If it is found to be defective, it may be returned to OnlineCarstereo.com for replacement within 2 Year(s) from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
