AD-10N76 – 10 Midrange Speaker

The Audiotone AD-10N76 is a high-performance 10-inch midrange speaker. It is designed for professionals who demand exceptional audio quality, lightweight design, and superior efficiency. This speaker is ideal for PA systems, line arrays, stage monitors, and portable audio setups. It delivers detailed sound reproduction, strong power handling, and consistent reliability — all in a compact and durable form.

At its core, the AD-10N76 features a 75.8 mm (3″) CCAW voice coil, designed to handle high thermal loads while maintaining accurate midrange output. With a nominal power rating of 400W RMS and a maximum continuous power of 800W, it performs consistently even under demanding live conditions. The sensitivity rating of 96 ± 2dB ensures efficient sound output with minimal power input, making it an energy-efficient solution for sound engineers and system integrators.

This speaker offers a wide frequency response from 75Hz to 5500Hz. It reproduces clear vocals and precise instrumentals with balanced tonal clarity. The AD-10N76 performs well as a standalone midrange unit. It also integrates smoothly into multi-way speaker systems. Across its entire range, it delivers smooth, distortion-free audio.

One of its standout features is its neodymium N45 magnet (70×12 mm). Known for its high magnetic strength and lightweight properties, this magnet significantly reduces the overall weight of the speaker to just 3.2 kg. due to this makes the AD-10N76 an excellent choice for flyable and portable systems, where both sound quality and weight are crucial factors.

The aluminium basket adds to the structural integrity of the unit, reducing unwanted resonance and ensuring durability in high-vibration environments. With a nominal impedance of 8 ohms and DC resistance of 6.8 ohms, the speaker is compatible with most standard amplifiers and crossovers.

FAQ Section

1. What are the operational advantages of choosing a Neodymium (N45) magnet over traditional Ferrite?

The integration of a premium N45-grade Neodymium magnet is a massive structural advantage, particularly for flyable line arrays and mobile DJ rigs. Neodymium has a far higher magnetic flux density than ferrite, allowing a much smaller and lighter magnet to create the same motor strength.

2. Why does the AD-10N76 utilize a 3-inch (75.8mm) CCAW voice coil rather than pure copper?

Copper-Clad Aluminum Wire blends the electrical conductivity of copper with the extreme lightweight profile of aluminum. In a high-efficiency midrange driver, keeping the moving mass as low as possible is critical. The lightweight CCAW voice coil allows the cone to react with extreme agility to rapid signal changes.

3. How does the broad 75Hz to 5500Hz frequency response benefit a multi-way audio installation?

Most standard 10-inch mid-bass drivers begin to roll off or lose tonal control after 3.5kHz. The AD-10N76 extends all the way out to 5.5kHz with excellent tonal balance. This exceptionally wide bandwidth gives sound engineers immense flexibility when programming Digital Signal Processors .

4. Does the lightweight design lower the speaker’s sensitivity or output capability?

Not at all. Despite its compact footprint, the AD-10N76 boasts a highly efficient sensitivity rating of 96dB (± 2dB) at 1W/1m. Because the N45 neodymium motor creates an incredibly concentrated magnetic field in the voice coil gap, the driver effortlessly translates amplifier watts into pure acoustic sound pressure level.

5. What are the best active crossover parameters to program for this driver on a line array DSP?

To protect the suspension and maintain strict linear excursion limits, the AD-10N76 should be decoupled from true sub-bass signals. In standard front-loaded mid-high cabinets or line array cells, configure a High-Pass Filter (HPF) set between 90Hz and 120Hz using a sharp.