Origin Acoustics Director D85 Ceiling Speaker

£655.00
The Origin Acoustics Director D85 is a premium in-ceiling loudspeaker designed for high-quality audio performance. This fully pivoting, 3-way speaker features an 8-inch Injection-Molded Graphite (IMG) woofer, a Tri-Linear Configuration (TLC) design, and a 1-inch silk DPSD tweeter. The DPSD technology enhances high-frequency performance while reducing distortion. The X-Wave Woofer Surround absorbs unwanted vibrations, and the compression-molded woofer basket ensures stability. The speaker's tool-less installation system and magnetic, paintable grille offer easy setup and a seamless finish. The D85 delivers a frequency response of 36Hz-20kHz, 91dB sensitivity, and a 6-ohm impedance, making it suitable for both music and home theater applications.
Technical Specifications

Frequency Response: 36Hz - 20kHz
Impedance: 6 ohms
Sensitivity: 91 dB (1W@1M)
Power Handling: 50 - 150 watts
Drivers: 8-inch IMG bass driver, 4-inch IMG midrange driver and silk DPSD MMP tweeter
Overall Dimensions (with grille): 254 mm x 134 mm
Cut-Out Dimensions: Diameter 222 mm
Mounting Depth: 142 mm


Applications

The Director D85 is suitable for a wide range of audio applications, from residential to commercial environments.

Home Theater Systems: The D85's comprehensive audio performance makes it an excellent choice for home theater setups. Its ability to reproduce both the subtle details and the dynamic peaks of movie soundtracks provides an immersive cinematic experience.

Multi-Room Audio: The speaker's sleek design and robust sound make it ideal for multi-room audio systems, offering consistent audio quality throughout different spaces. Whether used in living rooms, kitchens, or bedrooms, the D85 provides high-fidelity sound.

Commercial Installations:
The D85 is also well-suited for commercial spaces, such as restaurants, retail stores, and offices. Its discreet appearance and high-quality sound make it a perfect choice for background music or paging systems.


Ease of Installation

Origin Acoustics has designed the D85 to be installer-friendly, with features that simplify the installation process.

Tool-Less Mounting System: The D85 includes a patented tool-less mounting system that makes installation quick and easy. This system utilises a spring-loaded mechanism that securely holds the speaker in place, eliminating the need for additional tools and reducing installation time.

Magnetic Grille: The speaker comes with a magnetic grille that is paintable and easily removable. This grille attaches seamlessly to the speaker, providing a clean, flush finish that blends with any ceiling. The paintable feature allows for customisation, ensuring the speaker can match any room décor.
Driver Configuration

The Director D85 is a three-way speaker system, featuring a sophisticated driver setup that ensures exceptional sound clarity and depth.


Injection-Molded Graphite (IMG) Woofer

Material and Design: The D85's woofer is crafted from Injection-Molded Graphite (IMG), a material chosen for its lightweight yet rigid properties. This construction allows the woofer to move more freely, resulting in accurate bass reproduction with minimal distortion. The IMG material also provides durability, ensuring the speaker can handle high volumes without degrading over time.

Performance: The 8-inch woofer is designed to deliver deep and precise bass, making it suitable for a wide range of music genres and cinematic audio. Its ability to reproduce low frequencies with clarity adds a rich, full-bodied dimension to the sound, enhancing the overall listening experience.


Tri-Linear Configuration (TLC) Midrange Drivers

TLC Design: The D85 includes multiple midrange drivers arranged in a Tri-Linear Configuration. This design helps in delivering detailed and accurate midrange frequencies, which are crucial for vocal clarity and the reproduction of musical instruments. The TLC design ensures a smooth transition between the woofer and the tweeter, creating a seamless and natural soundstage.


Silk DPSD Tweeter

DPSD (Dual Plane Stabilised Diaphragm) Technology: The 1-inch tweeter features DPSD technology, which enhances the tweeter's performance by stabilising the diaphragm, allowing for higher output and reduced distortion. This results in clearer and more detailed high frequencies, making the speaker ideal for high-resolution audio playback.

Silk Dome: The use of a silk dome in the tweeter design provides a smooth and refined high-frequency response, minimising harshness and ensuring a pleasant listening experience even at high volumes.
Acoustic Performance

The D85 is engineered to offer a wide frequency response and high sensitivity, providing a rich and immersive audio experience.

Frequency Response: The speaker covers an extensive frequency range from 36Hz to 20kHz, allowing it to reproduce the full spectrum of audio from deep bass to high treble. This wide frequency response ensures that the D85 can handle everything from delicate vocals to powerful explosions in movie soundtracks.

Sensitivity: With a sensitivity of 91 dB, the D85 is capable of delivering high volume levels with relatively low power input. This efficiency makes the speaker suitable for a variety of amplification setups, including those with lower power outputs.

Impedance: The D85 has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms, which provides a good balance between power handling and compatibility with different amplifiers. This impedance level allows the speaker to work effectively in most audio systems, providing flexibility in system design.


Innovative Design and Construction

The D85 features several design innovations that enhance its performance and durability.

X-Wave™ Woofer Surround Technology: This technology is used to control unwanted resonances and vibrations, resulting in cleaner sound reproduction. By managing the movement of the woofer, X-Wave™ technology reduces distortion and enhances the accuracy of the bass and midrange frequencies.

Compression-Molded Woofer Basket: The woofer basket is made using compression molding, a process that ensures high structural integrity. This construction helps in minimising unwanted vibrations and provides a stable platform for the woofer, contributing to the overall sound quality and durability of the speaker.
Origin Acoustics Director Series ceiling speakers are engineered for high-fidelity audio and easy installation. They feature pivoting DPSD™ (Dual Plane Stabilised Diaphragm) tweeters, allowing precise sound direction, and utilise advanced materials for clear, distortion-free audio. The series offers models in various sizes, with tool-less installation and seamless integration into any ceiling. The speakers are designed for both residential and commercial applications, providing powerful performance with aesthetic minimalism.
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