201NTi

The 201NTi compression driver is based on the design of our successful 200NTi. We have shared the same dome assembly between these two models, while we have packed the driver into a smaller form factor. Not any compromises have been made to the sound character. This driver is here to supports your needs in the applications where the space is limited. The driver’s Neodymium based magnetic circuit provides a robust, high force BL field, delivering precision control of the pure titanium diaphragm assembly, featuring 1.4inch exit throat.
Dome Assembly Design
REDCATT has designed the dome and the surround of this compression driver as a single part. The voice coil former is attached to the dome as “L” sandwich. This solution greatly improves the transfer of all frequencies onto the dome, with a good transient response. It also dramatically improves the power handling capability of the driver.

The 201NTiX8-316 is a 3-inch neodymium titanium compression driver rated at 100 W AES (200 W continuous) into a nominal 8-ohm load. Sensitivity is 109 dB (1 W/1 m). With a free-air resonance of 700 Hz, a 76 mm voice coil, and a 35 mm horn exit, this driver provides the extended low-frequency operating capability and high power handling of the 3-inch class in a compact neodymium design. A titanium dome with surround-integrated resonance control features reduces unwanted diaphragm resonances above the passband, contributing to smooth high-frequency response and reduced audible colorations in the upper octave. The very compact design within the 3-inch class differentiates this driver from larger-format alternatives.

The frequency response is usable from approximately 600 Hz with horn loading, with a flat plateau of 108-112 dB maintained from approximately 1 kHz to 15 kHz. The very low Fs (700 Hz) - confirmed by the impedance peak in the measurement - allows this driver to cover a very wide bandwidth from approximately 700 Hz to beyond 15 kHz. The titanium dome resonance control features are reflected in the smooth high-frequency response above 10 kHz.

The driver is rated for 100 W AES and requires high-power professional amplification. A crossover frequency of 700-1,200 Hz (18-24 dB/octave high-pass) is recommended. The 35 mm exit requires compatible horn designs. Good to use with 15-inch or 18-inch professional woofers such as 15FINDX8-035, 18FINDX8-036, 181XRX4-350, or 21NPWX4-018 in 2-way or 3-way touring PA and installation line-array designs.

The 201NTiX8-316 is suited for professional PA 2-way and 3-way top cabinets, touring mid-high cabinets, installed line-array systems, and high-SPL applications where the 3-inch class's extended low-frequency capability, titanium dome resonance control, compact neodymium design, and 100 W AES power handling are required.