Celestion CDX1-1446
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Essential Information About the Celestion CDX1-1446 Compression Driver
Essential Information About the Celestion CDX1-1446 Compression Driver
- 1-inch throat compatible with most standard horns.
- Extended response up to 20 kHz for precise and articulated highs.
- Robust ferrite design, ideal for professional sound reinforcement.
- High sensitivity of 106 dB for excellent efficiency in PA systems.
Manufacturer Information
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Celestion, a Benchmark in Professional Sound Reinforcement
Famous for its guitar speakers, Celestion has also established itself in sound reinforcement with reliable and high-performance compression drivers. The CDX1-1446 fits this tradition: a compact high-frequency transducer designed for modern sound systems demanding clarity, power, and consistency.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
The CDX1-1446 is suitable for contractors, integrators, and skilled DIYers looking for a 1-inch HF driver for full-range speakers, stage monitors, two-way tops, or fixed installations. Its efficiency facilitates integration with a woofer/midrange, while its frequency response up to 20 kHz ensures clear vocals and detailed cymbals.
Technical specifications
| Cabinet impedance (Ω) | 8 Ω | Magnet | Ferrite |
| Frequency response - start | 1.5 kHz | Coil diameter | 1.4 " |
| Frequency response - end | 20 kHz | Throat | 1 " |
| Speaker diameter | 1,4" | Power output | 20 W |
| Sensitivity | 106 | Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Category | compression driver | ||
| Output type | 1-inch throat | Magnet type | ferrite |
| Output diameter | 25 mm | Voice coil diameter | 35 mm, or 1.40 inches |
| Mounting | screw-on | Voice coil material | copper-clad aluminium |
| Thread diameter | 35 mm | Diaphragm material | PETP film |
| Corresponding bolt-on version | CDX1-1445 | Surround material | PETP film |
| Frequency response | 1.5 kHz to 20 kHz | Diaphragm and surround | one-piece |
| Minimum recommended crossover frequency | 2.2 kHz | Diaphragm and rear cap | integrated |
| Recommended filter slope | 12 dB per octave | Diameter | 3.5 inches |
| Nominal impedance | 8 ohms | Width | 90 mm |
| Power handling | 20 W | Depth | 52 mm |
| Continuous power | 40 W | Accessories included | Celestion CDX1-1446 compression driver |
| Additional impedance available | 16 ohms | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Celestion CDX1-1446 compatible with a 1-inch horn?
Its 1-inch throat allows mounting on a horn designed for this size.
What impedance does this compression driver have?
The nominal impedance is 8 ohms. This value should be considered when selecting the speaker's crossover and amplification.
What is the frequency response of the CDX1-1446?
The stated frequency response ranges from 1.5 kHz to 20 kHz. This range covers the reproduction of high frequencies and contributes to vocal clarity and cymbal detail.
What power can this Celestion HF driver handle?
The rated power is 20 W. A 1.40-inch voice coil helps with the thermal management of the driver.
Is the CDX1-1446 suitable for a portable speaker?
Weighing 1.1 kg with a 3.5-inch diameter, this ferrite magnet driver facilitates the design of portable speakers. Its sensitivity of 106 dB promotes achieving high sound pressure levels with low power. It can be integrated into a two-way head, stage monitor, or full-range speaker.
