LF
Mid-Woofer
12"
121FIND
Code: DR-12-012-4R-B2-C0001
Mid-Woofer/12inch/Ferrite/Paper/250W/4ohm
Key Features
- EXTENDED FREQUENCY RESPONSE
- Proven cost effective design
- Nomex spider, water-repellent & non-flammable paper cone
Quick Specs
Impedance
4 Ω
Program Power
500 W
Sensitivity
96.40 dB
Fs
59.00 Hz
Magnet
Ferrite
Voice Coil
50.8 mm
Design Notes
The 121FIND is a high efficiency, (96 dB 1watt/ 1 meter) 12inch woofer with incredibly linear frequency response characteristics, high power handling capability while generating low harmonic distortion artifacts. 121FIND uses lightweight cone which movement is controlled by “M” shaped surround. Pistonic behavior and the long term stability
Is supported by Nomex spider. The woofer cone is treated to withstand harsh environments and high humidity.
The 121FIND was design for its best use in the 2-way applications, where excellent midrange response is required. Speaker provides good low frequency extension and delivers seizable amounts of low frequencies.
The metal parts in the speaker are coated and tested to ensure extreme weatherization protection.
Is supported by Nomex spider. The woofer cone is treated to withstand harsh environments and high humidity.
The 121FIND was design for its best use in the 2-way applications, where excellent midrange response is required. Speaker provides good low frequency extension and delivers seizable amounts of low frequencies.
The metal parts in the speaker are coated and tested to ensure extreme weatherization protection.
Specifications
General Specs
Nominal Diameter
12"
Rated Impedance
4 Ohm
Magnet
Ferrite
Basket Material
Steel
Power Handling
AES Power
250 W
Continuous Power
500 W
Peak Power
1000 W
Voice Coil
Diameter
50.8 mm
Winding Wire
CCAW
Former
Glass Fiber
Winding Height
11.7 mm
T/S Parameters
Resonant Frequency (Fs)
59.00 Hz
Re
3.10 \u2126
Qes
0.560
Qms
7.34
Qts
0.520
Vas
59.10 liters
Sd
531.00 cm\u00B2
Mms
49.10 grams
Rms
2.48
Cms
0.1500
Bl
10.20 T\u00B7m
Le
0.320 mH
Sensitivity
96.40 dB
Design Details
Surround Material
fabric
Cone/Dome Material
Paper GF
Spider
Nomex
T-Plate
8 mm
Xmax (peak)
1.85 mm
Xmech
9.85 mm
Overall Diameter
320.00 mm
Bolt Circle Diameter
302.00 mm
Baffle Cutout Dia.
282.00 mm
Mounting Holes
8
Depth (flange to rear)
124.00 mm
Net Weight
4.60 kg
Ordering Codes
Product Code
DR-12-012-4R-B2-C0001
Downloads
Frequency Response & Impedance
2D Drawing
Technical Summary
The 121FINDX4-233 is a 12-inch ferrite pro mid-woofer designed for professional 2-way PA speaker systems, compact touring cabinets, and permanently installed enclosures crossed to a compression driver or horn. It features a weatherized glass fiber treated paper cone, M-shaped fabric surround, non-flammable Nomex spider, and coated steel basket for harsh environment and high-humidity protection. The 50.8mm CCAW voice coil on a glass fiber former is rated at 250W AES. Sensitivity is 96.4 dB (1W/1m). With a Qts of 0.52, this driver uses a compliant suspension design suited to moderate-volume enclosures, and operates effectively in both sealed and vented configurations depending on application.
The 121FINDX4-233 handles approx. 250 W AES and 500 W continuous power into 4 ohms; two drivers wired in series present an 8-ohm load with a combined +3 dB sensitivity gain. A high-pass filter at 40-60 Hz is recommended depending on alignment. The operating bandwidth is approximately 65-843 Hz, with cone beaming onset near 843 Hz defining the practical upper limit; a crossover to a compression driver on horn at 800 Hz to 1.2 kHz is required. The very low Le of 0.32 mH keeps impedance rise minimal through the crossover region, simplifying passive network design and improving crossover accuracy compared to higher-inductance alternatives.
This driver is suited for compact single-driver vented 2-way PA touring cabinets; 2-way portable and installed PA enclosures for live sound and fixed-venue reinforcement; stage monitor wedges crossed to a compression horn at 800 Hz to 1.0 kHz; and compact sealed installed 2-way systems where a subwoofer provides low-frequency support below 80-100 Hz. The weatherized cone, fabric surround, and coated steel basket are suited to demanding outdoor and touring environments where moisture, humidity, and mechanical stress are factors.
The 121FINDX4-233 handles approx. 250 W AES and 500 W continuous power into 4 ohms; two drivers wired in series present an 8-ohm load with a combined +3 dB sensitivity gain. A high-pass filter at 40-60 Hz is recommended depending on alignment. The operating bandwidth is approximately 65-843 Hz, with cone beaming onset near 843 Hz defining the practical upper limit; a crossover to a compression driver on horn at 800 Hz to 1.2 kHz is required. The very low Le of 0.32 mH keeps impedance rise minimal through the crossover region, simplifying passive network design and improving crossover accuracy compared to higher-inductance alternatives.
This driver is suited for compact single-driver vented 2-way PA touring cabinets; 2-way portable and installed PA enclosures for live sound and fixed-venue reinforcement; stage monitor wedges crossed to a compression horn at 800 Hz to 1.0 kHz; and compact sealed installed 2-way systems where a subwoofer provides low-frequency support below 80-100 Hz. The weatherized cone, fabric surround, and coated steel basket are suited to demanding outdoor and touring environments where moisture, humidity, and mechanical stress are factors.
Recommended enclosure volumes are simulated results. For best enclosure volumes and tuning, we recommend secondary simulation and careful evaluation. Several rounds of samples and fine-tuning may be required for optimal results.
Enclosure Recommendations
Recommended enclosure alignments (bass reflex): - 30 liters tuned to 68 Hz: high output, strong mid-bass, reduced excursion; -3 dB approx. 63 Hz, HP filter 60 Hz - 35 liters tuned to 62 Hz: balanced response, general-purpose (recommended); -3 dB approx. 57 Hz, HP filter 52 Hz - 40 liters tuned to 56 Hz: extended low-frequency, requires HP filter protection; -3 dB approx. 48 Hz, HP filter 44 Hz
Frequently Asked Questions
- - EXTENDED FREQUENCY RESPONSE
- - Proven cost effective design
- - Nomex spider, water-repellent & non-flammable paper cone
Recommended enclosure alignments (bass reflex): - 30 liters tuned to 68 Hz: high output, strong mid-bass, reduced excursion; -3 dB approx. 63 Hz, HP filter 60 Hz - 35 liters tuned to 62 Hz: balanced response, general-purpose (recommended); -3 dB approx. 57 Hz, HP filter 52 Hz - 40 liters tuned to 56 Hz: extended low-frequency, requires HP filter protection; -3 dB approx. 48 Hz, HP filter 44 Hz
Outdoor / weather-resistant; sealed pa bass cabinet; active subwoofer cross-over
AES Power: 250 W,
Continuous: 500 W,
Peak: 1000 W.
Sensitivity: 96.40 dB (1W/1m).