new compression driver D2430K

[herve M]

http://www.jblpro.com/catalog/support/getfile.aspx?docid=1878&doctype=3

new VTXseries pro, new dual compression driver, dual voice coil, dual annular diaphragm .

Hervé

[louped garouv]

mention on the harman blogspot also...

http://harmanprogroup.blogspot.com/2012/01/harmans-jbl-professional-revolutionary.html

[grumpy]

Isobaric ring radiator? :)

[Mike Caldwell]

I would say there was/is a JBL BMS collaboration on that driver design. The exploded views look very similar the BMS coaxial divers. Actually I remember reading somewhere that small JBL one inch drivers were directly a BMS design. Would I like to have a full VTX rig in my inventory........you bet.

[4313B]

I don't know if this has been posted before but they have the same bolt circle diameter as the 2431/2435/435AL/435BE/476Mg/476Be.

3.250-inch bolt circle and 1/4-20 tap (4 Hole Pattern).

[Odd]

Send me a PM if you want a pair.


Well, I'm happy with my 2450.

Do you have a pair that you've tested?

[timc]

What's the price for a pair?


-Tim

[dubkarma]

I don't know if this has been posted before but they have the same bolt circle diameter as the 2431/2435/435AL/435BE/476Mg/476Be.

3.250-inch bolt circle and 1/4-20 tap (4 Hole Pattern).



I bought a pair of D2430K with the intention of trying them on the three different 1.5 in. entrance horns I have on hand. That's when I discovered the "non-standard" bolt-circle measurement.

My plan is to put together a 3-way system, with TAD TL-1801s or JBL 2245s (have both in cabs) up to 100 Hz, Acoustic Elegance TD12M (on order) up to 1000 Hz, and the D2430K above that.

Are there adapters available for using this driver with 3.5 in. bolt-circle horns? If not, what horns are compatible as manufactured?

Any tips appreciated!

Thanks, Joel

[SMT]

I bought a pair of D2430K with the intention of trying them on the three different 1.5 in. entrance horns I have on hand. That's when I discovered the "non-standard" bolt-circle measurement.

My plan is to put together a 3-way system, with TAD TL-1801s or JBL 2245s (have both in cabs) up to 100 Hz, Acoustic Elegance TD12M (on order) up to 1000 Hz, and the D2430K above that.

Are there adapters available for using this driver with 3.5 in. bolt-circle horns? If not, what horns are compatible as manufactured?

Any tips appreciated!

Thanks, Joel


http://reconingspeakers.com/product/jbl-m2-horn-flange-5026224/

[dprice]

^^^^ that flange is specifically for mating the D2430K to the M2 waveguide. The M2 waveguide isn't cheap (nor is that damn flange or the JBL pro logo to go with it).

[johnhere]

If anyone know the of price 2430k, just pm alright, just wanna know the price.

[JeffW]

If anyone know the of price 2430k, just pm alright, just wanna know the price.

http://reconingspeakers.com/product/jbl-d2430k-tweeter-for-jbl-m2-5032754x/

There's a link to the place that is currently selling them, you can call or email for a current price.

[johnhere]

http://reconingspeakers.com/product/jbl-d2430k-tweeter-for-jbl-m2-5032754x/

There's a link to the place that is currently selling them, you can call or email for a current price.

I know that link, man. Tried to ask them, they told me I should read this warning on that page.


These tweeters are available for warranty replacement only. Contact us with cabinet serial numbers to place an order.

[JeffW]

OK, sorry, didn't know that they quit selling them. Looks like the only ones they still sell are the $1599 Vertex models.

[srm51555]

Fwiw, I purchased mine for $350 each last year.

[JeffW]

Fwiw, I purchased mine for $350 each last year.

And where did you buy them?

[srm51555]

Speaker exchange unfortunately

[johnhere]

Fwiw, I purchased mine for $350 each last year.

I've asked reconingspeakers again, they say it's $550 each after discounts. Plus shipping.

[srm51555]

I've asked reconingspeakers again, they say it's $550 each after discounts. Plus shipping.
Hopefully this means you can still get them at another source then

[RedCoat23]

There's some available on ebay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/JBL-Pro-D2430K-D2-Dual-Diaphragm-Dual-Voice-Coil-Compression-Driver-/282083675799) right now at $350 each, they are used but...

[pos]

Here is what I measured with D2430K from this seller: http://www.audioheritage.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?33345-D2430K-compression-driver-information&p=364302&viewfull=1#post364302
Out of 3 drivers only one had "normal" distortion measurements.

[NWCgrad]

I just looked up the D2430K on Pro Sound Service website, holy moly what has happened to the cost!!!

JBL Pro Parts 446213-001: M/I, D2430K - OUR PRICE $1,999.32

A few months ago it was around $350.

Glad I decided not the go with the DIY M2, I guess the powers at Harmon decided to put the hammer down on the DIY efforts.

[4313B]

JBL Pro Parts 446213-001: M/I, D2430K - OUR PRICE $1,999.32

That was the original retail cost... I've posted that fact numerous times. Substantially less than the price of the 476Be ;) - "We will be glad to sell you one for a cool $3500" - gtimbers

[zeljkor]

While browsing e-bay I found something interesting. I think it is good to have it here as reference

[Mr. Widget]

Very interesting, thanks for posting!


Widget