B&C DE60TN 1.4″ Professional High Output Titanium Compression Driver
The B&C DE60TN is a premium professional 1.4-inch high frequency compression driver engineered for demanding sound reinforcement applications that require exceptional power handling, outstanding efficiency, extended frequency response, and long-term reliability. Designed for professional touring systems, large-format PA loudspeakers, stage monitoring systems, installation sound projects, high-output point source enclosures, and line array applications, the B&C DE60TN combines a powerful motor structure with a large-format titanium diaphragm assembly to deliver authoritative high-frequency performance under the most demanding operating conditions.
As part of B&C Speakers’ renowned professional compression driver lineup, the B&C DE60TN is designed for loudspeaker manufacturers and system designers who require a compression driver capable of delivering high acoustic output while maintaining clarity, detail, and reliability. The driver incorporates a substantial 75 mm (3 inch) aluminium voice coil, allowing significantly higher power handling capability than smaller compression driver platforms while maintaining excellent transient performance and thermal stability.
The combination of a 1.4-inch throat diameter, large-format diaphragm assembly, and high-energy magnetic circuit makes the B&C DE60TN particularly well suited to modern professional loudspeaker systems where crossover points are pushed lower to improve system integration and directivity control. With a recommended crossover frequency of only 1.2 kHz, the driver offers designers increased flexibility when developing two-way and three-way systems.
At the heart of the B&C DE60TN is a precision-engineered titanium diaphragm. Titanium remains one of the most trusted diaphragm materials in professional compression driver design due to its excellent balance of stiffness, strength, and durability. This diaphragm is coupled to a powerful magnetic assembly generating 1.6 Tesla flux density, ensuring efficient conversion of amplifier power into acoustic output while maintaining precise control over diaphragm movement.
With 110 W nominal power handling, 220 W continuous power handling, 107 dB sensitivity, and a usable frequency range extending from 1 kHz to 18 kHz, the B&C DE60TN delivers the output capability and reliability required for modern professional sound reinforcement systems.
Key Features
- 1.4-inch throat diameter compression driver
- 110 W nominal power handling
- 220 W continuous power handling
- 107 dB sensitivity
- 1 kHz – 18 kHz frequency response
- 75 mm (3 inch) aluminium voice coil
- Titanium diaphragm assembly
- 1.6 T high-energy magnetic circuit
- Low 0.14 mH inductance
- Recommended crossover frequency of 1.2 kHz
- Professional touring and installation performance
- Optimized for high-output sound reinforcement systems
- Excellent vocal intelligibility and musical detail
- Large-format compression driver architecture
- Designed for demanding professional applications
Engineered for Professional High-Output Applications
The B&C DE60TN has been developed for professional audio environments where output capability, reliability, and consistency are critical. Modern sound reinforcement systems are expected to deliver high SPL levels while maintaining clarity and tonal balance across a wide listening area. Achieving these goals requires compression drivers capable of handling significant power while preserving accurate high-frequency reproduction.
The large-format architecture of the B&C DE60TN enables it to meet these requirements effectively. Its 36 mm (1.4 inch) throat diameter allows efficient coupling with professional horns and waveguides designed for controlled directivity and high acoustic output.
The larger throat configuration also supports smoother integration with professional midrange and low-frequency sections, making the driver suitable for a broad range of loudspeaker formats.
Whether deployed in touring systems, fixed installations, houses of worship, theatres, conference venues, or entertainment spaces, the B&C DE60TN is designed to provide consistent performance under demanding conditions.
Large 75 mm Voice Coil Technology
One of the defining characteristics of the B&C DE60TN is its substantial 75 mm (3 inch) voice coil.
A large voice coil provides several important advantages in professional compression driver applications. The increased surface area improves heat dissipation, allowing the driver to manage higher power levels while maintaining stable operating temperatures. Better thermal management helps reduce power compression and supports consistent acoustic performance during prolonged operation.
The 75 mm aluminium voice coil enables the B&C DE60TN to achieve its impressive 110 W nominal power handling and 220 W continuous power handling ratings.
Aluminium winding material is selected for its lightweight properties and excellent conductivity. Lower moving mass contributes to improved transient response, allowing the diaphragm assembly to react quickly and accurately to signal changes.
This combination of power handling capability and low moving mass helps the driver reproduce complex musical content with excellent precision and clarity.
Titanium Diaphragm Performance
The B&C DE60TN utilizes a professional-grade titanium diaphragm, a material that has long been respected throughout the professional audio industry.
Titanium offers a unique balance of stiffness, strength, and reliability. The material remains stable under high operating temperatures while maintaining the rigidity necessary for accurate high-frequency reproduction.
A rigid diaphragm helps reduce unwanted flexing and breakup modes, contributing to cleaner sound reproduction and improved detail retrieval.
The titanium diaphragm used in the B&C DE60TN supports operation across a wide frequency range extending to 18 kHz, ensuring excellent reproduction of upper harmonics and critical high-frequency information.
For professional sound reinforcement systems, this translates into clear vocals, detailed instrumentation, enhanced speech intelligibility, and improved overall system definition.
The durability of titanium also makes it particularly suitable for portable and touring applications where equipment is regularly transported and subjected to demanding operational environments.
High-Energy Magnetic Structure
The performance of any compression driver is heavily influenced by the effectiveness of its magnetic circuit.
The B&C DE60TN incorporates a high-performance motor structure capable of generating 1.6 Tesla flux density.
This powerful magnetic field provides excellent control over diaphragm movement and contributes directly to the driver’s high sensitivity rating of 107 dB.
Strong magnetic force improves acceleration and deceleration of the moving assembly, allowing the diaphragm to respond quickly and accurately to incoming audio signals.
This precise control helps reduce distortion while preserving transient detail and dynamic impact.
The optimized magnetic structure also improves overall efficiency, allowing the driver to generate substantial acoustic output from relatively modest amplifier power.
For professional system designers, this efficiency contributes to greater overall system performance and improved headroom.
Broad Frequency Coverage
The B&C DE60TN provides a frequency range of 1 kHz to 18 kHz, making it suitable for a wide variety of professional loudspeaker configurations.
Its ability to reproduce frequencies starting at 1 kHz allows greater flexibility when selecting crossover points and designing system architectures.
This extended lower frequency capability is particularly beneficial in two-way systems where designers seek seamless integration between the low-frequency section and compression driver.
At the upper end of the spectrum, extension to 18 kHz ensures excellent reproduction of high-frequency harmonics and fine musical detail.
The result is a compression driver capable of delivering both authority and refinement across the critical vocal and high-frequency regions.
Low Crossover Capability
A major advantage of the B&C DE60TN is its recommended crossover frequency of 1.2 kHz.
Lower crossover frequencies provide greater design flexibility and can improve system integration in many loudspeaker designs.
By allowing the compression driver to operate lower in frequency, designers can reduce the operating range required from the low-frequency section, often improving overall system directivity and response consistency.
This capability is particularly valuable in modern professional loudspeaker systems where smooth transition between transducers is essential.
The B&C DE60TN is engineered specifically to provide reliable operation at these lower crossover frequencies while maintaining the performance standards expected from a professional compression driver.
Optimized for Touring and Installation Systems
The combination of high power handling, large-format architecture, and excellent efficiency makes the B&C DE60TN highly versatile across professional applications.
Typical applications include:
- Touring PA systems
- High-output point source loudspeakers
- Professional stage monitors
- Large-scale installation systems
- Houses of worship
- Stadium and arena audio systems
- Theatre sound reinforcement
- Concert venues
- Professional line array systems
- Corporate AV installations
- Multi-purpose entertainment venues
- Outdoor sound reinforcement systems
Its robust construction and proven engineering make it suitable for both permanent installations and mobile production environments.
Professional Reliability and Thermal Stability
Professional sound reinforcement systems often operate for extended periods at elevated output levels. Under these conditions, thermal management becomes a critical factor in maintaining consistent performance.
The B&C DE60TN has been engineered to withstand demanding operating environments through the use of a large-diameter voice coil, efficient magnetic structure, and durable diaphragm assembly.
The substantial thermal capacity of the 75 mm voice coil helps dissipate heat effectively, reducing the likelihood of thermal compression during extended use.
This contributes to consistent frequency response, stable output levels, and long-term reliability.
For system operators, this means dependable performance during concerts, events, productions, and installations where uninterrupted operation is essential.
Technical Specifications
Throat Diameter: 36 mm (1.4 in)
Nominal Impedance: 8 Ω
Minimum Impedance: 8.6 Ω
Nominal Power Handling: 110 W
Continuous Power Handling: 220 W
Sensitivity: 107 dB
Frequency Range: 1 kHz – 18 kHz
Recommended Crossover: 1.2 kHz
Voice Coil Diameter: 75 mm (3 in)
Winding Material: Aluminium
Inductance: 0.14 mH
Flux Density: 1.6 T
Diaphragm Material: Titanium
Design Features
Driver Type: High Frequency Compression Driver
Throat Diameter: 36 mm (1.4 in)
Voice Coil Diameter: 75 mm (3 in)
Voice Coil Winding Material: Aluminium
Diaphragm Material: Titanium
Magnetic Flux Density: 1.6 T
Inductance: 0.14 mH
Recommended Crossover Frequency: 1.2 kHz
Mounting Information
Mounting Configuration: Four M6 holes 90° on 102 mm (4 in) diameter
Overall Diameter: 156 mm (6.1 in)
Depth: 66 mm (2.6 in)
Net Weight: 3.8 kg (8.38 lb)
Shipping Units: 1 Piece
Shipping Weight: 3.92 kg (8.64 lb)
Shipping Box Dimensions: 190 × 190 × 80 mm (7.48 × 7.48 × 3.15 in)
Applications
The B&C DE60TN is engineered for professional loudspeaker systems requiring substantial output capability, excellent efficiency, extended bandwidth performance, and long-term reliability. Its large 75 mm voice coil, titanium diaphragm technology, and high-energy motor structure make it particularly suitable for touring systems, line arrays, stage monitors, installation loudspeakers, theatre sound systems, houses of worship, and large-scale sound reinforcement applications.
With its combination of 110 W nominal power handling, 220 W continuous power handling, 107 dB sensitivity, and broad 1 kHz – 18 kHz operating range, the B&C DE60TN provides system designers with a powerful and dependable compression driver solution capable of delivering professional-grade high-frequency performance in demanding environments. For applications where output, clarity, reliability, and system integration flexibility are essential, the B&C DE60TN remains an outstanding choice within the B&C professional compression driver range.
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