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OW2-92
Categories: 0.75 - 2" (19-50mm) Dome Tweeters Hiquphon Tweeters
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Priced as boxed matched pairs ± 0.5dB !
The OW2-92 is a top quality drop in upgrade replacement for the Linn D20-LP-2 and others.
Superb choice for active Linn Isobarik / Keltik / Kaber systems.
Also upgrades Scanspeak D2008/8511 series as found in models such as Naim IBL / SBL and many others.
If you have any questions about compatibility please contact us.
This 20mm (3/4") soft dome tweeter offers a unique analytic capability and higher sensitivity than OW1-92. A very musical and true to life tweeter! With textbook impulse response / recovery, maximum detail resolution and pair matching to within 0.5 dB, this esoteric unit projects a sublime stereo image. Excellent for use in high-end 3-way loudspeaker systems; also a great choice for 2-way systems using wide band mid-bass drivers of appropriate quality. The OW2 was designed primarily for domestic loudspeakers but is also used to high acclaim in studio monitors because of its very low distortion, analytical response and very close pair matching.
Great frequency linearity between 3 – 20 kHz, rising gently upwards - works very well in 'dead' rooms containing lots of heavy furnishings / drapes. Extremely fast transient response and excellent phase linearity.This esoteric tweeter exhibits a well controlled and damped resonance / low frequency response and gives a wide useable bandwidth of 2 kHz to 22 kHz, nominal –3 dB. Unique heavy duty 2.5mm solder bucket connectors - Hiquphon connection guide
Supplied as matched pairs to within an incredible 0.5 dB 2 kHz—20 kHz (individual graphs included), each pair is thoroughly tested before being signed off by Oskar Wrønding, the founder of Hiquphon.
Full set of datasheets can be downloaded from the bottom of this page.
Sole Authorised UK distributor.
Resonant frequency (fs) | 900 Hz | Nominal impedance (Zn) | 8 Ω |
Effective diaphragm diameter | 20mm | DC resistance (Re) | 5.8 Ω |
Ferrofluid ? Y/N | No | RMS power handling | 100 W |
Recommended crossover | 3kHz/12dB | Faceplate diameter | 92 mm |
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 90 dB | Cutout hole diameter | 70 mm |
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Hi Will
Removing the old tweeters went very well your tip to use a hair dryer to warm up the glue help a great deal. Soldering the wires went without any problems and they sound great very pleased.
Thanks again for all the advice and tips to replace them myself.
Best regards
Chris Flynn
Thanks for the review Chris !
Will & Caroline
Bought to replace oe scanspeak tweeters that had cracked surrounds. These surrounds fell apart on removal. Damage to wood in photo wasn't me. Active SBL Mk2 driven by a pair of 250DR.
Naim cabling in speaker box is 4mm so I tinned the ends then filed down to fit the buckets. Cables soak away heat so I had to use a 100w soldering iron. Gasket fitting and **** back easy.
Sound is much more open and natural. As mentioned in another review the bass is inexplicably better defined.
Thanks for the review Diccy !
Will & Caroline
I have the last version of Aktiv Kabers and changed to these tweeters around a year or so ago. Simple to fit and a direct replacement. They suit the system very well and sound much cleaner than the original 3 bar tweeters. Very happy with the sound now fully run in.
Thanks for the review Dave !
Will & Caroline
I gave Will a call , after reading about the Hiquphon replacement tweeters for Linn Keltiks.
After telling him what amps and room conditions I have, he recommended the OW2-92’s for my speakers, he gave me great confidence in his knowledge of them and the Keltiks, do I ordered them with pleasure!.
They only took a few minutes to replace in each enclosure, and i immediately had a listen,
They were initially bright and nasal, so I knocked a couple of clicks of gain off the Active board, much better!!, after a few days , I knocked another notch off gain off .
Even though the tweeters are new and need around another 100 hours of burning in, the difference to the whole sound stage is remarkable , there is so much more detail and info available, that a lot of albums I have listened to sound totally different!!,
The Bass is tighter, mid range has opened up and is sweeter and the treble is more accurate and revealing , even now with only 10 ish hours of play, the upgrade is huge!!, in current Linn terms , a multi thousand pound upgrade!!, in short , these speakers are highly recommended, if anyone who reads this fancies an upgrade to the Keltik speakers, ring Will , he’ll sort you out, my amplification comprises of 4/ 2250 D’s and Kairn pre.
Thankyou for your review Don !
Will & Caroline
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Used in a DIY LS3/5a project, with Morel CAT 298 tweeters and custom crossovers using ClarityCap CSAs. Super pleased with these woofers! I think they synergize well with the “live” thin-wall LS3/5a cabinets. The sound is neither bloated, nor thin, just revealing, spacious, and with very lifelike tone. I’m so happy with the results of this project and had a great buying experience with Willy’s. Thank you!!
I used this in custom LS3/5a speaker enclosures along with Monacor SPH-135AD woofers and custom crossovers using ClarityCap CSAs. The tweeters have a very pure sound, revealing microdetails and having a naturally smooth, response. The sound is never peaky or rough. I’m very happy with my purchase and with the service from Willys. Would buy from again for a future project!
I bought a pair of Acoustic Research AR28LS speakers back in 1985 for £129 ! After about 15 years the foam suspension had started to perish and completely failed in 2006 following a rather loud teenage party. I was never happy with the Eminence Beta-8A replacements bought from a local shop at the time, as the bass resonance was far too high. Finally decided to replace them with Monacor SPH-8M and the speakers now sound as good as new. Arrived quickly and no problems fitting. Many thanks.
Absolutely first class service again brilliant advice as i always get from Will. Bought some Morel CAT 328-110 Tweeters and they sound sublime and the detail is incredible. Not harsh at all and very airy performs well beyond its price point im so glad Will advised me on this as the perfomance is fantastic. In fact Will has saved me thousands as replacing drivers has saved me investing in new speakers first class service once again.
Very happy customer thansk again.
Up and running again exactly what I needed. Great job Willys. 10/10👊🏻🫵🏻. From start to finish will be use again in near future for crossover upgrade. 1st time using. 100% will use again