PRV Audio TW500My-Nd Series 4" 75W RMS (150W Peak Power Handling) 8 Ohm, Mylar Neodymium Super Car Tweeter (Sold as Single)
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Crystal Clear Highs That Cut Through the Noise
If you’re building a serious car audio setup, the PRV Audio TW500My-Nd is the kind of tweeter that instantly wakes up your soundstage. It uses a high-strength neodymium motor that keeps the highs tight, fast, and incredibly controlled even when you’re pushing volume hard. The result is that crisp, detailed sparkle on vocals, cymbals, and lead instruments that doesn’t get lost when the bass hits. It’s built for people who want their system to stay clean and sharp, not harsh or messy.
Built Tough for Loud, Clean, Everyday Abuse
Inside, the ultra-light Mylar diaphragm is what gives this tweeter its quick response and fine detail. It reacts instantly to audio changes, so you get smoother highs with better definition even at higher levels. It also features a smart internal capacitor network that helps protect the driver by filtering out damaging low frequencies. With a solid 150W RMS handling capability, it’s ready to stay loud and consistent in real-world systems without breaking a sweat when properly tuned.
Big Performance, Small Footprint Install
Space is never a problem with this one. The compact shallow-mount design makes it easy to fit into tight factory locations or custom builds without major modifications. It also plays very well with DSP tuning and high-pass filter setups, letting you dial in the exact level of brightness and clarity you want. If you’re after a tweeter that installs easy, hits hard, and keeps your highs clean at high volume, this one is built to deliver exactly that.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why does my TW500My-Nd tweeter sound too sharp after installation?
This usually happens when the tweeter level is not balanced with the rest of the system. Adjusting the equalizer, lowering the high frequency gain, and setting the correct crossover point can help achieve smoother highs.
- • Can I run the TW500My-Nd without a crossover?
No. Many users damage tweeters by sending low frequencies directly to the driver. A proper high pass crossover is required to protect the diaphragm and maintain clean performance.
- • Why is my TW500My-Nd not as loud as I expected?
Low output can come from incorrect amplifier settings, poor wiring, or using a crossover frequency that limits the tweeter’s usable range. Proper tuning helps the driver reach its full potential.
- • Does the TW500My-Nd work well for high power car audio builds?
Yes. The neodymium motor design provides strong efficiency and excellent output while keeping the driver lightweight, making it a popular choice for high output sound systems.
- • Why does my tweeter produce distortion when I increase the volume?
stortion is often caused by amplifier clipping, excessive equalizer boost, or overpowering the tweeter beyond its limits. Reducing gain and tuning the system correctly can improve sound quality.
- • Can the TW500My-Nd be installed with midrange speakers and compression drivers?
Yes. Many users pair it with midrange speakers and horns to add extra detail and brightness to the upper frequencies. Proper crossover settings are important for a balanced sound stage.
- • Why does my TW500My-Nd stop working after a few hours of playing loud music?
Overheating, clipped amplifier signals, and incorrect crossover protection are common causes of tweeter failure. Checking amplifier output and system tuning can help prevent damage.
- • Is the TW500My-Nd a good choice for compact speaker enclosures?
Yes. Its neodymium magnet structure provides powerful performance in a smaller and lighter design, making it suitable for builds where space and weight are limited.
- • Why do vocals sound too thin when using the TW500My-Nd?
A tweeter is designed to reproduce high frequencies, not full vocal ranges. Users often solve this issue by pairing it with a dedicated midrange speaker and adjusting crossover points for better frequency balance.
- • Do I need a separate amplifier for the TW500My-Nd?
Not always. The tweeter can work with a properly configured multi-channel amplifier setup, but many users prefer dedicated amplification and DSP tuning for maximum clarity and control.
- Diameter : 4 Inch
- RMS Power Range : 75 Watts
- Peak Power Handling : 150 Watts
- Tweeter Type : Super Tweeter
Features:
- High-Efficiency Neodymium Motor Design: Delivers strong magnetic control for precise high-frequency output with excellent responsiveness and minimal distortion.
- Lightweight Mylar Diaphragm Engineering: Utilizes an ultra-light diaphragm structure to achieve clean, detailed treble reproduction with improved transient accuracy.
- Extreme Output Sensitivity: Produces exceptionally high sound pressure levels, allowing it to perform effortlessly in high-volume car audio systems.
- 150W RMS Power Handling Capability: Built to sustain demanding audio conditions when properly configured with a high-pass filter for safe operation.
- Integrated Protection Capacitor Network: Includes an internal capacitor design that helps filter low frequencies and protect the driver from damaging signals.
- Compact Shallow-Mount Construction: Designed for flexible installation in tight spaces without requiring major system modifications.
- DSP-Optimized Crossover Compatibility: Performs best when tuned with recommended high-pass filter settings for improved clarity and system balance.
Specifications:
- Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohm
- Rated AES Power Handling (RMS): 75 W
- Program Power: 150 W
- Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m): 108 dB
- Recommended High-Pass Crossover: 4,000 Hz (12 dB per octave) for full power handling
- Frequency Response (-10 dB): 3,500 – 19,000 Hz
- Voice Coil Diameter: 1.25” (32 mm)
- Voice Coil Wire Material: Aluminum
- Voice Coil Former Material: Kapton
- Diaphragm Material: Mylar
- Flux Density: 1.30 T
- Magnet Material: Neodymium
- Overall Depth: 1.77” (45 mm)
- Mounting Depth: 1.61” (41 mm)
- Overall Diameter: 4.0” (100 mm)
- Cutout Diameter: 3.19” (81 mm)
- Carton Dimensions (W × L × H): 4.1” × 4.1” × 2.1” (105 × 105 × 55 mm)
- UPC: 810075525113
- Weight: 2
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Warranty: 1 Year 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 1 Year from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
