Spec Sheet

8 ABJ Drive • Gardiner, ME 04345 • USA • Tel: [phone] • www.nearspeakers.com
NEAR is a Division of Bogen Communications, Inc.
© 2016, Specifications are subject to change.
FEATURES
• 4.5-inch MDT metal alloy diaphragm woofer with a 1-inch
titanium-alloy inverted dome tweeter
• Magnetic Liquid Suspension (MLS) Technology
• 7-year warranty
• Anodized metal-alloy speaker cones (MDT) maintain performance
across a wide spectrum of ambient temperatures for consistent
sound quality in every season
• Water and debris-proof (IP67) “Perfect Fit” input connector
eliminates long-term connection problems
• MLS Ferrofluid voice coil centering system
• Dual-layer voice coil with inside and outside windings for
ultra-low distortion
• NEAR SupraPolymer™ Surround resists UV rays, chlorine
fertilizer and salt spray
• Powder-coated cast aluminum bracket features a ball-and-socket
easy mount design
• Specially developed hydrophobic fabric covers port opening
to prevent entry of water, debris and small creatures
• UV-inhibitor infused, mica-filled, polypropylene enclosure walls
• Corrosion-resistant aluminum grilles
• Colors: Available in black or white (both paintable)
SPECIFICATIONS
VM1W
VM1B
FULL-RANGE VERSATILE-MOUNT
OUTDOOR LOUDSPEAKER
VM1
Frequency Response................................................... 68Hz - 20kHz
Sensitivity (1W/1m)................................................................... 86dB
Impedance................................................................ Nominal 8-ohm
Dispersion................... Minimum 120 Degrees, Horizontal & Vertical
Recommended Amplifier Power...................................... Up to 100W
Dimensions........................................... 5.25” W x 8.25” H x 7.625” D;
(13.34cm x 20.96cm x 19.37cm)
Product Weight (w/mounting bracket) ....................... 5.5 lb. / 2.49kg
Shipping Weight ........................................................ 6.5 lb. / 2.95kg
Input Terminations...............................Waterproof Plug-in Connector
Included (IP67 Rating)
Environmental................... Designed to Meet or Exceed Mil-Std-810
(Humidity, Salt Air, Heat, Cold); IEC IP 55
• (1) 4.5” Metal Alloy Diaphragm Woofer, MLS Voice Coil Guidance,
UV and Chemical Resistant Rubber Surround
• (1) 1” Titanium-alloy Diaphragm Tweeter, Ferrofluid Damping,
UV and Chemical Resistant Rubber Surround,
Corrosion-Resistant Magnet Assembly
SPEAKER COMPLEMENTS