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What is a tweeter?
A tweeter is a type of loudspeaker unit especially designed to produce high-frequency musical audio (also called a treble speaker). Tweeters are helpful for great sound as they can more efficiently (and accurately) provide treble sound that many speakers cannot or have poor performance with.
Tweeter speakers typically have a frequency output range from about 3 kiloHertz to 20 kiloHertz, the upper limit of human hearing. Tweeters can be used as an add-on alongside other full range speakers for additional high-frequency sound performance, although they’re typically part of a 2-way or 3-way speaker system.
As tweeters are sensitive to lower frequencies which can cause distortion and even damage, nearly all require a high pass crossover to prevent midrange and bass frequencies from reaching them.
While more exotic designs exist, the most common have a traditional permanent magnet and voice coil assembly just like other standard speaker types. However, they use a smaller cone or dome size due to the smaller wavelength of high frequency audio.
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Tweeter speaker basics
What Are Tweeters? What Do Tweeters Do? The Tweeter Speaker Guide
Tweeters play a crucial role in delivering clear and crisp audio. In this post, I’ll explain what tweeters are and how they work in speakers plus much more!
What Type Of Tweeter Is Best?
Is there a best type of tweeter for your audio setup? Learn about the differences in tweeter materials, performance, use, and some of the most popular.
What Is The Loudest Tweeter Type?
Find out which tweeters are the loudest and most efficient, along with the different types that produce powerful high-frequency sound and exceptional highs.
What Is The Best Tweeter Material?
Curious about the different tweeter dome materials and their sound performance? Find out which materials deliver crisp and clear high frequency sound.
What Is The Difference Between A Tweeter And A Compression Driver?
Confused about tweeters and compression drivers? In my guide I’ll explain the differences between these two high frequency speakers.
Tweeter volume & attenuation
How To Reduce Tweeter Volume – Everything You Need To Know!
Tweeter volume too high? No problem! This guide covers everything you need to know about reducing tweeter volume, including DIY L-pad and resistor networks.
Tweeter wiring & installation
How To Wire Tweeters With A Built In Crossover To An Amp
Learn how to wire tweeters with a built in crossover to an amp here! Check out my detailed article chock full of clear, colorful diagrams, installer tips, and much more!
Can You Hook Up Tweeters To The Same Amp As A Subwoofer?
Want to know if you can connect tweeters and a subwoofer to the same amplifier? Get all the information you need and learn what you can – and can’t – do here.