The Dayton Audio MK series of speakers have become a popular, fan favorite bookshelf speaker. Utilizing the same drivers as the great sounding MK series, the MKBoom DIY Bluetooth speaker kit carries on family legacy while adding grab-n-go portability.
Powered by the efficient, yet robust Dayton Audio KAB-230v3 Bluetooth amplifier board, the MKBoom features 2 x 30 watts of output while minimizing power draw. Since power consumption is low, the amp board can be powered by 18650 Li-Ion...
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2019 Speaker Design Competition Winners
The Midwest Audiofest Speaker Design Competition continues to shine as an exhibition of creativity, technical aptitude and audio excellence. Contestants traveled to our southwest Ohio location from as far away as New York, California, and South Carolina for this annual competition.
Special thanks to our judges for contributing their ears and expertise: Jerry McNutt of Eminence, Vance Dickason, who founded Speaker Research Associates, and Tom Perazella, who is a Freelance Writer for... -
B&C Speakers... Large Signal Parameters
Written by: Bennett Prescott
Every loudspeaker designer should be familiar with Thiele/Small parameters1, usually abbreviated T/S. Originally defined in the 1960s, they are a simple model of how transducers behave – mostly useful for designing ported cabinets like subwoofers. In 1971 they were brought to the attention of the US audio world by A. Neville Thiele, a native Australian, and Richard H. Small, a San Diego native who moved “down
under” to work with Thiele. This... -
HOW SPEAKERS ARE BUILT: A Look Inside the Eminence Factory
By Cobi Stein
The first electronic loudspeaker designs were introduced in the 1920s, and while there have been many improvements in component materials over the decades, not much has changed in the basic functionality of a loudspeaker: a permanent magnet interacts with an electromagnet (voice coil) to move a cone back and forth, which produces sound waves. Founded in 1966, Eminence has been a leading
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Dats V3 Dayton Audio Test System - Available for Pre-Order Now!
An essential tool for speaker designers and audio engineers.
When designing speakers, accurate parameters are a requirement for great success. After a decade of widespread use, The Dayton Audio Test System (DATS) has now acquired an impressive reputation for fast and accurate testing in the world of loudspeaker design and production. Wide user praise is revealed in the 91 user reviews of DATS V2 at the Parts Express web site with an average of 4.6 / 5.0 stars.
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The Small Adjustable DC Voltage Digital 5A Power Supply Project
By: Mark P.
Parts Express Line Manager
It’s inconvenient to lug a big, heavy adjustable 30V 5A DC power supply just to test a 12 VDC amplifier away from your bench. This kit helps shrink the weight and size by using an external AC/DC adapter that you may have laying around the house from an old laptop or portable DVD player. Parts Express Adjustable Step-Down Digital Regulator Board (#320-615) turns that old laptop adapter into a 3 to 19 VDC 4A variable power supply. If you... -
Dayton Audio — Setting the New Outdoor Standard
By: Ronnie P.
Parts Express Line Manager
Dayton Audio has once again set out to challenge perceptions that fantastic-sounding speakers have to break the bank. Dayton Audio’s new line of indoor/outdoor speakers and subwoofers deliver exceptional value and performance while remaining cost-effective.
Outdoor Speakers Have Never Sounded So Good The Dayton Audio IO65XT 6-1/2" indoor/outdoor speaker delivers a shocking low-end response which is uncharacteristic of... -
Parts Express Stock-toberfest
The 2nd Annual Stock-toberfest is happening on October 17th and 18th at Parts Express! Shop online at www.parts-express.comStarts10-15-2019Ends10-17-2019LocationParts Express Website -
Dayton Audio Introduces a New Line of Commercial Pendant Speakers
DAYTON, OH (January 22, 2019) - Following the long-standing tradition of high-quality speakers, Dayton Audio is proud to introduce a great sounding indoor / outdoor pendant speaker line. The pendant line offers both a 4" (WP4BT) and 6.5" (WP65BT) speaker to fit the needs of a variety of installs from 70V commercial to 8 ohm residential.
Whether for small residential systems or large commercial installs, the Dayton Audio pendant speakers not only provide top-notch audio fidelity... -
Turn Your Audio Setup into a Wireless System
DAYTON, OH (December 10, 2018) – Enclosed in a small footprint, the Dayton Audio WBA31 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth audio receiver turns any audio setup into a modern, wireless enabled system.
The WBA31 has the ability to stream via Wi-Fi with the Dayton Audio Hi-Fly app, Bluetooth, micro SD media player, or with a 3.5mm analog input. The Hi-Fly app can control device functions, streaming management, playback, and multi-room configuration. The receiver is compatible with Airplay for iOS devices...
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DAYTON, OH (August 2020) –The Dayton Audio MA455 delivers multi-zone Class AB amplification in an easy-to-use, set-and-forget design. The MA455 provides reliable audio performance with a convenient and straightforward interface. The compact design, complete with a lockable security cover, makes the MA455 perfect for small businesses, stores, restaurants, bars, and office spaces.
Versatility Across Zones
Delivering four input channels, the MA455 gives you the ability to...08-13-2020, 03:45 PM -
Modern Amplifier Design Paying Homage To The Classics
DAYTON, OH (July 30, 2020) – Featuring the best of modern amp technology and functionality, the HTA100BT provides all of the convenience you to expect from an amp with the added benefit of classic vacuum tube sonic performance.
Modern Design Meets Vintage Sound
Debates may rage between whether solid-state or tube amplifiers produce a better listening experience; however, Dayton Audio solves the debate. Dayton...07-31-2020, 11:54 AM -
Dayton Audio’s 2019 Distributor of the Year Award
DAYTON, OH (June 17, 2020) – Dayton Audio would like to proudly present SoundImports, based in the Netherlands, with the 2019 Distributor of the Year Award! This is the third consecutive year in a row SoundImports has been named Dayton Audio’s distributor of the year.
SoundImports’ goal is to provide European DIY enthusiasts with high quality audio-components without compromising on customer care. They provide customers...06-17-2020, 12:27 PM -
Florence (Italy), May 31,2020 – On May 30th, the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, has appointed twenty-five new “Cavalieri del Lavoro”, a special Order of Merit for Labour. Bearing the title “Knight of Labour”, this appointment recognizes hardworking Italian entrepreneurs who have contributed to the development of ‘Made in Italy’. An accolade established in 1901, by King Vittorio Emanuele III. Among the list of Knights for this year is Lorenzo Coppini, CEO and...06-04-2020, 09:34 AM
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Here is the latest update on this year’s Midwest Audiofest:
- Tent Sale and Audio Swap Meet – Cancelled for 2020
- Speaker Competition – Postponed for 2020. Stay tuned for further information.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support!...05-20-2020, 02:38 PM -
To our loyal Speaker Design Competition participants: After thoughtful consideration, we have decided to postpone this year’s event originally scheduled for July 10 -11 given the ever evolving situation with COVID-19.
This was a very difficult decision for us to make, but we feel an overwhelming responsibility to the safety of both our staff and to you, our customers. To be clear, we are not cancelling the event, but merely postponing to gauge how things progress in the coming mon...05-18-2020, 09:45 AM