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Dynaudio Esotec MD 102
Soft Dome Tweeters
28mm Danish Audiophile-Grade High-Frequency Transducers – The Pinnacle of Transparency & Detail Resolution
1.1 Inches
Extended Response
500W Transient
Linear Response
Shallow Profile
The Danish Philosophy: Truth Through Sound
Founded in 1977 in Skanderborg, Denmark, Dynaudio has spent nearly five decades perfecting the art of loudspeaker manufacturing with an unwavering commitment to sonic truth and emotional transparency. What began with founder Wilfried Ehrenholz's dissatisfaction with off-the-shelf speakers has evolved into one of the world's most respected names in high-end audio engineering.
The Quest for Truth
In 1977, 22-year-old Wilfried Ehrenholz refused to accept that existing speakers weren't telling "the whole truth." His obsession with perfection led to a bold decision: if no one else could build the perfect speaker, Dynaudio would do it themselves. This pursuit of absolute sonic honesty remains at the company's core nearly five decades later.
Made in Skanderborg
From day one in a single building in Skanderborg to today's nearly 300 employees, Dynaudio has never compromised. Every driver, every magnet, every voice coil is designed, developed, and engineered at their Danish headquarters. They even wind their own voice coils and magnetize their own magnets – a level of vertical integration virtually unheard of in modern audio manufacturing.
Proprietary Innovation
Dynaudio's signature technologies – from the proprietary MSP cone material and fabric soft-dome tweeter designs refined since 1977, to aluminum voice coil wire for reduced mass and extended excursion – represent decades of acoustic research. Their philosophy: never analyze frequencies, just sit, listen, and feel the emotion of the music exactly as the artist intended.
Global Recognition
Dynaudio's excellence extends across all three divisions: Home Audio, Professional Studio Monitors (trusted by top recording studios worldwide), and Automotive (factory systems for Volkswagen, Volvo, and Bugatti). The Esotec series represents the pinnacle of their automotive aftermarket engineering, directly benefiting from technologies developed for $100,000+ home speakers and professional mastering monitors.
Professional Excellence: The Esotec Advantage
The MD 102 represents the convergence of Dynaudio's home audio, professional monitoring, and automotive engineering divisions – a tweeter that brings audiophile-grade performance to the demanding automotive environment.
Esotec+ Technology Lineage
Incorporating advanced materials and design principles from the Esotec+ driver generation originally developed for Dynaudio's Focus home speaker systems, the MD 102 benefits from cross-division research that only a specialized manufacturer as dedicated and diverse as Dynaudio could achieve. This is not merely a car tweeter – it's a precision audiophile transducer adapted for automotive use.
Larger-Than-Life Detail
The 28mm (1.1") diameter surface area is approximately 60% larger than conventional car audio tweeters, providing dramatically increased radiating area for effortless high-frequency reproduction. The optimized dome geometry and ultra-low moving mass ensure transparent, detailed sound reproduction that reveals every nuance in your music – from the delicate shimmer of cymbals to the breathy texture of vocal performances.
Off-Axis Excellence
Dynaudio's signature soft-dome tweeter design provides exceptional dispersion characteristics, maintaining smooth frequency response even 60 degrees off-axis. In the automotive environment where listeners are rarely perfectly on-axis with the speakers, this wide dispersion pattern is absolutely critical for creating an accurate, enveloping soundstage that delivers consistent performance to all seating positions.
Ferrofluid Damping
Advanced ferrofluid cooling and damping in the magnetic gap serves dual purposes: it dramatically increases power handling capacity (100W continuous, 500W transient) while simultaneously providing mechanical damping to control resonances. The well-damped 1,300Hz resonance frequency works seamlessly with simple crossovers, making the MD 102 both powerful and easy to integrate into any system architecture.
Neodymium Motor Efficiency
The powerful neodymium magnet system delivers exceptional transient response and sensitivity while maintaining compact dimensions. Combined with the aluminum voice coil wire (significantly lighter than conventional copper), the ultra-low moving mass provides lightning-fast impulse response that captures every musical detail with accuracy and immediacy – from the attack of a snare drum to the pluck of an acoustic guitar string.
Engineered Reliability
The protective grille safeguards the precision textile dome, while the damped cavity beneath the dome eliminates unwanted resonances that could color the sound. Strong 6.4mm terminals ensure secure, low-resistance connections that maintain signal integrity. The shallow 43mm mounting depth provides exceptional installation flexibility across virtually any vehicle.
Complete Technical Specifications
Precision-engineered specifications that deliver audiophile-grade performance in the demanding automotive environment
Advanced Features & Technology
Danish engineering excellence refined over nearly five decades of loudspeaker development
Dome Design & Materials Engineering
Motor System & Magnetic Circuit
Acoustic Performance & Measurement
Installation Versatility & System Integration
Engineered for flexible installation and seamless integration into high-performance audio systems
Shallow Mounting Depth for Maximum Flexibility
At just 43mm (1.69 inches) mounting depth, the MD 102 can be installed in locations where conventional tweeters simply won't fit. This shallow profile opens up premium mounting locations – dashboard installations for optimal soundstage height, A-pillar mounting for precise imaging, or door panel installations for wide dispersion – without compromising interior aesthetics or requiring extensive modification.
The compact overall dimensions (Ø 62.2mm) and approximately 57-58mm cutout requirement make the MD 102 compatible with a wide range of factory tweeter locations as well as custom installation scenarios. Whether you're retrofitting factory speaker locations or designing a custom installation from scratch, the MD 102's compact footprint provides the flexibility you need.
Crossover Compatibility & System Design
The MD 102's well-damped 1,300 Hz resonance frequency and smooth impedance characteristics make it exceptionally easy to integrate with both simple and complex crossover designs. The recommended crossover point of 2,200 Hz provides ample safety margin above the resonance frequency, ensuring clean, distortion-free operation even with relatively simple first-order or second-order crossover slopes.
For advanced system builders utilizing active crossovers or digital signal processing, the MD 102's extended low-frequency capability allows flexibility in crossover point selection to optimize integration with midrange drivers. The extremely linear impedance curve means that crossover component values will produce predictable results, simplifying the tuning process and ensuring consistent performance.
The 8Ω nominal impedance is ideal for compatibility with a wide range of amplifiers and can be easily integrated into both 4Ω and 8Ω systems through appropriate crossover design. The high power handling (100W continuous, 500W transient) ensures that the tweeters will never be the limiting factor in system dynamics, even when paired with high-output midrange and midbass drivers.
Mounting Options & Location Considerations
Dynaudio's engineering team specifically designed the MD 102 for the wide range of mounting locations available in automotive installations. The excellent off-axis response makes the tweeter highly forgiving of mounting angle and position – whether installed on-axis or significantly off-axis, the MD 102 delivers consistent, accurate high-frequency reproduction.
Ideal mounting locations include:
Dashboard Mounting: Provides optimal soundstage height, placing high frequencies at ear level for natural presentation. The shallow mounting depth allows installation without significant dashboard modification.
A-Pillar Installation: Premium choice for competition-grade systems, A-pillar mounting provides precise imaging and optimal time alignment with door-mounted midrange drivers. The MD 102's compact dimensions and wide dispersion pattern are perfect for custom A-pillar pods.
Door Panel Integration: When door-mounted midrange drivers are used, the MD 102 can be mounted in close proximity to create an acoustic point source. The protective grille safeguards the tweeter in this more exposed location.
Rear Deck Positioning: For rear-fill applications, the wide dispersion pattern ensures even coverage throughout the rear seating area without creating harshness or localization issues.
Connection & Wiring
The robust 6.4mm terminals accept a wide range of wire gauges and termination styles, from spade connectors to bare wire, ensuring secure, low-resistance connections that maintain signal integrity. The large terminal size and solid construction ensure that connections remain tight and stable even in the vibration-prone automotive environment.
For optimal performance, use high-quality speaker cable of appropriate gauge (18 AWG minimum recommended, 16 AWG or larger for longer runs). Maintain proper polarity throughout the system to ensure correct phase relationships between drivers – this is critical for achieving the coherent, three-dimensional soundstage that makes the MD 102 so exceptional.
🌟 Demo Unit Condition & Important Information 🌟
Previous Display Model – Excellent Condition:
These Dynaudio Esotec MD 102 tweeters are previous display models from our demonstration inventory. They have been carefully maintained and are in excellent condition with no damage. These are authentic Dynaudio Esotec series drivers manufactured in Denmark to the company's exacting standards.
What "Demo Model" Means:
These tweeters may have been used for product demonstrations, display purposes, or brief testing periods. They are fully functional, have been thoroughly inspected, and perform to factory specifications. You're receiving genuine Dynaudio audiophile-grade components at a significant discount compared to new retail pricing – an exceptional opportunity to experience Danish high-end audio engineering.
Condition Notes:
The tweeters are in excellent cosmetic and functional condition. Minor handling marks may be present from previous display use, but there is no damage affecting performance or appearance. All protective grilles are included and intact. These are professional-grade drivers that will deliver many years of exceptional high-frequency reproduction.
What's Included:
You will receive a matched pair of Dynaudio Esotec MD 102 tweeters with protective grilles. Please note that mounting hardware, crossover components, and wiring are not included unless specifically stated in the listing. These are professional-grade component speakers designed for integration into custom audio systems.
Performance & Warranty:
As demo models, these tweeters have been tested and verified to perform to Dynaudio's factory specifications. While they may not carry the full manufacturer's warranty, we stand behind the quality of these Danish-engineered precision audio components. The MD 102's robust construction and conservative design ensure reliable, long-term performance in automotive applications.
Inspection Recommendation:
We encourage you to carefully inspect the tweeters upon arrival and test them promptly to ensure they meet your expectations. The excellent condition of these demo units means you can install them with complete confidence in their performance and longevity.
Ideal Applications & System Integration
Audiophile-grade high-frequency reproduction for demanding applications and discerning listeners
🏆 High-End Component Systems
The MD 102 is the perfect high-frequency foundation for serious audiophile systems built with premium amplification and signal processing. Pair with high-quality midrange and midbass drivers, implement a carefully designed crossover (passive or active), and experience the transparent, detailed high-frequency reproduction that has made Dynaudio a reference standard in professional studios worldwide. The 60% larger radiating area compared to conventional tweeters ensures effortless dynamics and power handling.
🎯 Sound Quality Competition
With heritage directly from Dynaudio's professional studio monitor division and technologies developed for premium factory installations in vehicles like Volkswagen, Volvo, and Bugatti, the MD 102 delivers the accuracy, resolution, and natural tonal balance demanded by competition judging criteria. The exceptional off-axis response creates a large, enveloping soundstage, while the extended frequency response to 30+ kHz ensures that no musical detail goes unnoticed. Dynaudio's reputation in recording studios makes these tweeters a known reference quantity for critical listening evaluation.
🎼 Audiophile Daily Driver
For enthusiasts who refuse to compromise on sound quality during daily commutes, the MD 102 brings genuine high-end audio to the automotive environment. The coated textile dome design eliminates the listening fatigue often associated with metal dome tweeters, making these ideal for extended listening sessions. The natural tonal balance and smooth frequency response ensure that every genre of music – from classical to jazz, rock to electronic – is reproduced with accuracy and musicality. Transform your daily drive into a concert hall experience.
🚗 Premium Factory Upgrades
Upgrading factory audio systems with the MD 102 provides a dramatic improvement in high-frequency clarity, detail, and overall system refinement. The shallow mounting depth and compact dimensions often allow direct replacement of factory tweeters, while the 8Ω impedance is compatible with most factory amplification. The wide off-axis dispersion compensates for less-than-ideal factory mounting locations, delivering audiophile performance even within the constraints of factory speaker positioning. Experience what Volkswagen and Volvo owners with factory Dynaudio systems already know – these are serious speakers.
📻 Custom Installation Projects
Whether you're building custom door panels, fabricating A-pillar pods, or designing elaborate kick panel installations, the MD 102's compact dimensions and shallow mounting depth provide maximum design flexibility. The protective grille allows for exposed installations without compromising driver protection, while the robust construction withstands the rigors of automotive environments. The extremely linear impedance curve simplifies crossover design, ensuring predictable results whether you're building passive networks or implementing active electronic crossovers.
🔧 Professional Installation Portfolio
For professional installers building showcase vehicles or serving discerning clients, the Dynaudio name carries instant recognition and credibility. These are the tweeters used in factory premium audio systems that command thousands of dollars as option packages. The MD 102's proven performance in demanding applications, combined with the prestige of the Danish heritage and Esotec series designation, makes these an excellent choice for demonstrating your commitment to uncompromising audio quality. Your clients will recognize the Dynaudio difference immediately.
The Danish Standard of Excellence
The Dynaudio Esotec MD 102 represents nearly five decades of acoustic engineering expertise condensed into a compact, high-performance tweeter designed specifically for the demanding automotive environment. From the coated textile dome and aluminum voice coil to the powerful neodymium motor and ferrofluid cooling, every element reflects Dynaudio's uncompromising commitment to sonic truth and musical transparency.
This is not simply a car audio tweeter – it's a precision audiophile transducer that brings studio monitor accuracy to your vehicle. The same engineering philosophy that makes Dynaudio a reference standard in professional recording studios worldwide, the same technologies developed for premium factory installations in luxury vehicles, and the same relentless pursuit of perfection that has defined the company since Wilfried Ehrenholz's founding vision in 1977.
These demo models offer an exceptional opportunity to experience Danish high-end audio at a fraction of the cost of new components. In excellent condition with no damage, they deliver the transparent, detailed, fatigue-free high-frequency reproduction that only Dynaudio can provide – the sound of truth itself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these items authentic, and why are the prices so low?
This sale includes demo units we've used for customer demonstrations since 2016, new-old-stock from discontinued product lines, display models from trade shows, and carefully curated inventory we've collected over nearly a decade. Most items include original packaging where available.
What types of items are included in the relocation sale?
Our relocation sale includes demo units we've used for customer demonstrations, new old stock from discontinued product lines, and display models from trade shows. All items are genuine products from top car audio brands - we're simply clearing inventory we can't take to our new location. Items range from amplifiers and speakers to processors and accessories accumulated over nearly 10 years at this location.
Do sale items come with manufacturer warranties?
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