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aluminum and, by design, ensures enhancement of the total inductance profile, providing much of the
inductance reduction benefits noted between the L3V2 and the first-generation L3. The phase plug is
anodized black, which by design does not negatively reduce eddy current, and adds thermal
dissipation potential, not to mention sleek, under-stated cosmetics. The phase plug extends well
down inside the pole vent, and acts as a very large and efficient heatsink for any heat that radiates
into the pole. The highest frequencies of audio emanate from the area around the center of the cone
and the lower frequencies are produced by the area of the cone that is farther from the center. The
phase plug pole piece extension improves the L3V2’s performance and clarity by deflecting delicate
midrange and treble tones forward of the driver, while minimizing distortion and improving bandwidth.
The L3V2 uses copper shorting rings. The shorting rings consist of optimally sized and placed rings
of copper (Cu) to create a total inductance profile that is not just low, but flat over stroke, frequency,
and power. Inductance is the number one limiter of high frequency extension and modulation of
inductance with stroke, frequency and power, and is the primary source of intermodulation distortion
(IMD).
Tinsel Leads
The tinsel leads for the L3V2 are terminated on one side of the voice coil. The tinsel leads are
bonded directly to the former and brought out to the terminals, which reduces tinsel lead slap and
does not compromise the structural integrity of the cone.
Terminals
The Legatia L3V2 comes equipped with heavy-duty male slide terminals for both positive and
negative, which is an enhancement over the original L3 model. The terminals are gold-plated to
optimize contact, and give the end user flexibility in tinned wire or female slide terminations.
Summary
The Legatia L3V2 is the ideal multi-purpose super high-end speaker driver. Mechanical and electrical
parameters are amenable to a variety of different installations and speaker locations. This driver is
intended to be used in an infinite baffle configuration; a simple, solid baffle, solidly attached to the
car’s chassis with available airspace at the rear of the baffle is all that is required for optimum
operation. The size of the L3V2 allows it to be mounted in typical “3-inch” midrange locations within a
vehicle, or in custom locations at the discretion of the end-user, as long as there is adequate airspace
behind the driver to allow it to maintain proper damping and acoustic suspension.
At home in virtually any arrangement, the L3V2 is Hybrid Audio Technologies Legatia high-end small-
format midrange offering, boasting exceptional performance and a design philosophy that goes hand
in hand with true high-fidelity playback.