EAW FR153z 3-Way Speaker Cabinet (500 Watts, 1x15 and 1x6.5 in.)

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3-way passive full range system in a compact vented trapezoidal enclosure.

A 3-way passive full range system in a compact vented trapezoidal enclosure. It incorporates a 15 in woofer, a 6.5 in midrange cone in a sealed subenclosure, and a 1 in exit/2 in voice coil compression driver mounted to a 100 degrees conical Wave Guide Plate. It comes with handles, rubber foot-pads, a pole mount cup, and three 3/8-16 mounting points. An internal passive crossover network uses complex asymmetrical filters to divide the signal and performs critical equalization functions.

The true 3-way design requires each transducer to operate only in its optimum passband for superior overall response. A dedicated midrange subsystem handles the majority of the vocal range, resulting in increased intelligibility and more natural sounding vocals.

Applications
The FR153z provides high output full range response in a versatile, compact system. It offers entry-level access to a high quality, truly professional 3-way loudspeaker system for musicians and DJ's servicing small to medium venues. The FR153z is designed primarily for portable applications, but mounting points are provided for installation applications. The FR153z is optimized for use with the FR250z dual 15 in subwoofer system, which also serves as a pole mount base. In such a configuration, an optional 5 ft mounting pole positions the FR153z's HF horn above the heads of audience members for optimum coverage.

Features
Entry-level access to truly professional loudspeaker systems

True 3-way design offers superior vocal read more reproduction

15 in woofer, 6.5 in mid cone, 1 in HF on Wave Guide Plate

Handles, threaded mounting points, rubber footpads and pole mount cup standard

Works with FR250z subwoofer to create an instant PA
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Physical
System Configuration: 3-way, full range

Product Group: G

LF Subsystem & Loading: One 15 in woofer, vented

MF Subsystem & Loading: One 6.5 in cone, sealed

HF Subsystem & Loading: One 1 in exit/2 in voice coil compression driver on CD horn

Operating Mode: Passive only

Enclosure Material: Exterior grade Baltic birch plywood

Finish: Wear resistant textured black paint

Connector: Two Neutrik NL4 Speakon

Suspension Hardware: Three 3/8-16 mounting/suspension points

Grille: Powder coated perforated steel

Companion Subbass: FR250z

Optional Accessories 1: 3/8-16 forged shoulder eyebolt, (104001)

Optional Accessories 2: 5 ft speaker pole, (179072)

Dimensions (±0.13 in / ±3 mm):
-- Height: 25.25 / 641

-- Front Width: 19.75 / 502

-- Rear Width: 13.20 / 335

-- Depth: 19.75 / 502

-- Trapezoid Angle (degrees): 10 per side

Weights (pounds / kilograms):
-- Net Weight: 75.0 / 34.1

-- Shipping Weight: 79.0 / 35.9

Performance
Frequency Response:
-- ±3 db: 60 Hz to 18 kHz

-- -10 dB: 48 Hz

-- Recommended High-Pass Frequency: 40 Hz, 24 dB / octave

Axial Sensitivity (dB SPL, 1 watt @ 1 m):
-- Full Range Passive: 97

Nominal Input Impedance (ohms):
-- Full Range Passive: 8

Power Handling (watts, continuous):
-- Full Range Passive: 500

Calculated SPL Limit (referenced to 1 m):
-- Full Range Passive Peak: 130.0

-- Full Range Long Term: 124.0

Nominal Dispersion (degrees @ - 6 dB):
-- Conical: 100 degrees

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-992-5013

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (2 ratings)
Submitted June 9, 2006 by a customer from optonline.net

"If you want to sound great....don't hesitate.....buy ,buy , buy"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Sound
these are great sounding speakers. they never distort under any conditions,I use them with 2 ev force subs and get great sound indoors and outdoors. had many people give great compliments after performing.I use only crown power amps to push them.never let you down and you always sound professional.
Features
just wish they were lighter
Ease of Use
Iuse them some times just as my mains and 2 e v's for my monitors and get plenty of power and great sound.
Value
If you really want great live sound and a product that will not ever let you down ,save until you could afford to buy them it's worth it
Manufacturer Support
never used them,have these speakers for 4 years

Musical Background:

lead singer in a cover band

Musical Style:

rock, top 40, alternative
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