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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 |
Phone helpline: 01702 523999 or contact us
I am a big fan of the linn range of speakers , particularly the Keilidh and Kaber models . They are well designed and extremely well constructed. Anyone thinking of taking the step on this tweeter upgrade I would say do not hesitate.! I have a passive pair of Kaber with the 3bar Linn mk2 tweeters and these are generally accepted as a decent improvement over the early ceramic versions. These OW02 Hiqufon went into my active pair of Kaber and they are in a different league in my opinion!! I am a returning customer to Willys Hifi and always get great service, items arrive on time and well packaged. Thanks for being the go-to website when it comes to thinking about my next project or upgrade! Regards Ianpop.
Thanks for the review Ian !
Will & Caroline
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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Ordered two of these tweeters on Friday afternoon NZ time, amazingly they had arrived in Auckland the following Tuesday morning, arrived in my home town of Christchurch couple of days later and were promptly installed. Seem to be doing and sound as they should, thank you for your service!
Excellent service well packed and very happy with tweeter after the work had been done.
Definitely would use again
Excellent advice once again from Will so helpful. Bought and installed I was a bit apprehensive about soldering direct to the terminals including the speaker terminals but took my time and with the guidance of will these have transformed my speaker's to a completely different level. Detail clarity is outstanding brings out subtle Nuance's. I'm so glad I replaced my existing crossovers with these they are better than I could have imagined and are excellent value.
Thanks again for outstanding service.
Gary
I am a big fan of the linn range of speakers , particularly the Keilidh and Kaber models . They are well designed and extremely well constructed. Anyone thinking of taking the step on this tweeter upgrade I would say do not hesitate.! I have a passive pair of Kaber with the 3bar Linn mk2 tweeters and these are generally accepted as a decent improvement over the early ceramic versions. These OW02 Hiqufon went into my active pair of Kaber and they are in a different league in my opinion!! I am a returning customer to Willys Hifi and always get great service, items arrive on time and well packaged. Thanks for being the go-to website when it comes to thinking about my next project or upgrade! Regards Ianpop.
Replaced faulty Studio 0.5 drivers with these. Had a wobble about the fit so called to confirm details and had superb advice. Recommend both the drivers and Willy's!