Magnetic Planar Speakers - Holographic 3D Imaging and Stunning Clarity

They create sound waves by vibrating a thin diaphragm which is suspended between two arrays of magnets. Planar magnetic speakers are famous for their holographic 3D images and incredible clarity.

They are also suitable for a broad range of audio applications because of their low distortion, broad vertical and horizontal dispersion and low costs.

Superior Sound Quality

When it comes to high-performance audio, planar magnetic speakers are renowned for their ability to produce clear, precise sound with minimal distortion. They do this by using an elongated diaphragm that has an electrically conductive pattern. It reacts to the magnetic field created by magnets, either on one or both sides of a speaker. The diaphragm is moved and causes sound waves to be transmitted via a monopole- or dipole-radiation pattern. This allows the diaphragm to vibrate more evenly, and produce superior sound quality than a standard cone or dome driver.

Planar magnetic drivers also have the advantage of a broad and uniform sound dispersion. This allows the sound to be heard from any location within the room. Planar dipole or ribbon speakers also have an incredibly spacious and natural soundstage that has very little resonance. This creates a unique listening experience that is hard to duplicate with other speakers.

Due to their large surface area, planar magnetic speakers are also more durable than conventional cone drivers, and can be operated at higher volume levels without causing excessive vibrations or distortion. They also have lower mechanical noise than other kinds of drivers, making them an excellent option for home theater and HiFi systems.

Because of their complicated design, planar speakers can be more expensive than other kinds of loudspeakers. However, they provide superior audio quality that is worth the cost. Planar speakers also have a lower impedance compared to other kinds of loudspeakers. This makes them more convenient for amplifiers drive.

These advantages make planar magnet speakers ideal for both professional and Bluetooth home applications, they are less popular in IEMs, as they require more advanced engineering to integrate into small forms like headphones and earbuds. Recently, however, there is a surge in the number of IEMs that have planar magnetic technology. The Rinko by Seeaudio and the S12 & Z12 from LETSHOUER are just two examples of IEMs that have been proven to deliver a fantastic listening experience.

Lower Distortion

Low distortion is the most sought-after characteristic for many audiophiles. Inductance in the voice coil is the most frequent source of distortion in speakers. When an alternating current is pumped through a conventional moving coil driver's voice coil, the inductance of the voice coil creates magnetic fields that cause diaphragm movement. The movement or excursion is what produces the sound wave, however it also generates unwanted resonances and harmonics that diminish the quality of the audio.

Magnetic planar speakers have a much lower distortion level than traditional dynamic drivers. This is because the "voice coil" has more surface area, rather than being squeezed into an extremely tiny space within a huge piece of metal. A well-designed planar magnet speaker can handle much more power than a dynamic driver with no the sound of strain.

Planar magnetic speakers also reduce distortion by providing an almost perfect resistive load to the amplifier within the system. This is due to the fact that the voice wire is a very long, thin wire that behaves just like a simple resistor. This makes the amplifier easy to drive and will always sound the best when connected to a magnetic planar speaker.

The high efficiency that magnetic planar speakers provide means that they produce very minimal heat when playing music in high volumes. This is crucial because a large amount of heat can harm the voice coil, decreasing its lifespan and causing distortion.

This doesn't mean that all planar single-ended speakers are free of distortion. Due to their close magnet spacing, magnetic forces can interact and attract each other to a large degree, imposing changes on the diaphragm's elasticity in the course of time. This problem is made worse by the close proximity between the adjacent rows of magnets.

Better Heat Dissipation

In the past few decades, a variety of companies that specialize in HiFi audio headphones companies have created stunning masterpieces with planar magnetic loudspeakers magnetic technology. Although many believe that the standard Coiled Dynamic Driver that the majority of headphones and speakers use to be superior, there are amazing advantages of using a planar magnet design.

One big advantage is that the "voice coil" is spread across more of a larger area than a conventional cone speaker that allows it to disperse heat efficiently and not get too hot. This allows the voice coil to operate more linearly and with less distortion, and also enables an extremely light diaphragm that can be driven to very high levels of excursion.

This allows the planar magnetic speaker to have an extremely rapid transient response. Sharp peaks and even the smallest details can therefore be reproduced with great precision even at very high SPLs. The sound is extremely clear without distortion and indistinguishable to the original source material.

The impedance curve of a planar magnetic speaker is also extremely flat with a range of 4.2 Ohms for the bass to 3.3 in the Treble. This makes it an easy load to drive for amplifiers, and is similar to the resistive loads that electronics manufacturers to show their products' high-end quality.

A ribbon/planar diaphragm which is extremely light and compact can move quickly and without much strain. This results in very clean and clear sound, with a broad bandwidth and excellent linearity.

The ribbon/planar design also is extremely quiet, which helps to reduce distortion even more. Additionally, it is extremely robust across a wide range of temperatures, which enables the speaker to provide consistent sound quality for long durations of time, and over a broad listening area.

While the benefits of using a ribbon/planar speakers are numerous, it's important to keep in mind that they are a specific type of loudspeaker, and are not appropriate for every application or for all listeners. For example, bluetooth a ribbon/planar speaker with a large radiating panel will require an extremely large space to produce full-range sound of sufficient SPL. Most of these speakers are sold as tweeters, or as upper mid/high-range components in a two-way speaker system.

Higher Power Handling

Magnetic planar drivers can deliver exceptional clarity and detail without the distortion that is common to traditional cone drivers. They can show subtle variations and reproduce complex sounds with precision. They offer a wide range of frequency response which allows them to produce a greater range of frequencies accurately.

Planar speakers produce a highly directed sound field, which could be a problem when you're listening in a room with other people. It's also the reason for their remarkable dynamic range and pristine image. The sound is like a laser beam, that shoots directly out of the speakers. It can be heard even when you are off-axis.

The flat diaphragm, when combined with the acoustic waves front, provides them with a greater sense of depth and space than cone speakers. They also have a an acoustic wavefront that is less noisy, making them less distracting in noisy environments. Planar magnetic drivers are favored by a lot of audiophiles due to their natural sound quality.

There are still a few limitations to the technology. Planar drivers can be more difficult to create and heavier than cone drivers. They are also difficult to mount in certain conditions. They also require more power to drive, which can restrict the maximum output they can attain.

Wisdom Audio is the leader in the development and application of PMD technology. Its products continue to expand the capabilities of this revolutionary technology. Its new patented material is able to withstand temperatures far higher than PET that is used to make most planar drivers. Its unique design also reduces the effects of diffraction which can occur when sound waves pass through small gaps and curves.

Speakers and headphones made by this company are known for their incredibly detailed and clear sound, free of distortion. They are also more responsive than cone drivers, which helps improve their bass response. They also reproduce high frequencies with amazing precision, and are capable of producing deep, powerful bass.