 | Dual LU43PB Indoor/Outdoor Speakers (Black) |
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Product Description
The Dual 4 inch outdoor speaker series is designed as a multipurpose speaker and will deliver accurate high fidelity sound in exterior or interior environments. Weather-resistant design and construction provide optimum durability for permanent or temporary outdoor use. 100 watts peak -50 watts RMS. Polyelite woofer with PVA surround. 40mm polypropylene cone midrange, 20mm Piezo tweeterProduct Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #625 in Consumer Electronics
- Color: Black
- Brand: Dual
- Model: LU43PB
- Format: CD
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 6.50" h x 10.00" w x 12.25" l, 2.80 pounds
Features
- Pair of multipurpose indoor/outdoor speakers in black for permanent or temporary outdoor use
- 50 watts of RMS power, with 100 watts of peak power
- 4-inch woofer, 25mm poly cone midrange, and 20mm Piezo dome tweeter
- Wall-mountable, UV-treated ABS enclosure; mounting brackets included
- Each speaker measures 8.25 x 5.25 x 5.25 inches (HxWxD); 1-year warranty
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description
Enjoy great audio out on the deck or patio with this pair of Dual LU43PB multipurpose indoor/outdoor speakers in black, which offer a weather-resistant design and construction that provides optimum durability for permanent or temporary outdoor use. These three-way passive speakers feature a 4-inch polypropylene woofer with rubber surround, 25mm poly cone midrange, and 20mm Piezo dome tweeter that pump out 50 watts of RMS power (and can handle up to 100 watts of sound). They're enclosed by a UV-treated ABS enclosure, which is wall mountable and can swivel to send music where it's needed with the included multi-angle mounting brackets. Backed by a 1-year limited warranty. Each speaker measures 8.25 x 5.25 x 5.25 inches (HxWxD).
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews60 of 65 people found the following review helpful.
Great Speakers By M. Barnett
When people say that these speakers are junk, don't listen. Sure Bose and Yamaha speakers sound better (especially indoors), but that's okay because these speakers cost 1/10 the price of those brands. When you live in a place like Wisconsin off the shores of a lake, there's no way one can pay the price for good speakers, so I thought I'd give these a try. A just one day after I received the pair, I ordered 3 more pairs.
Here's what I've found:
These speakers are absolutely amazing for the price! Outdoors, these speakers sound like they cost 5 times as much. They really do deliver good sound. (Note: these speakers don't sound too good indoors, but that's okay) The speakers (if used with the right gauge wire and according to specifications) Deliver excellent sounds and can actually pump out the noise quite well. There is little to no distortion, the highs and lows are great, and the fact that the speakers are 3-way is even better. The quality of the speaker itself is terrific. However, to be honest, the mounting isn't that good. But, its simple enough to reinforce it.
I have 5 zones around my house outdoors (one with rock speakers) and use 14 gauge wire, with my longest run being just under 100 feet. I'd recommend this gauge wire for any lengths 25'-200'. Coleman Cable 09504 14/2 Low Voltage Direct Burial Garden Light Cable, Black, 100-Feet Is an EXCELLENT wire to choose from. Do not waste money buying outdoor speaker wire, its a scam. Just buy landscaping wire, it is meant to be buried and withstand the outdoors. I cannot foresee the plastic on this wire diminish in any way. It is a great wire to use with speakers.
Specifications from Owners Manual:
Model: LU43P
Frequency Response 100Hz - 20kHz
Woofer: 4"(100mm) Polyelite PVA Surround
Midrange: 40mm polypropylene
Tweeter: 20mm Piezo Dome
Sensitivity: 85.5dB (2.83v @ 1 meter)
Nominal Impedance: 4-6ohms
Power Handling*: 50watts RMS - 100watts (IPP)
Dimensions (Inches HxWxD) 8.39" x 5.47" x 5.47"
Weight: 2.8lbs
Finish: White or Black
*Power handling is based on amplifier volume never being set above the point of audible distortion
In Conclusion:
-These are great speakers if used outdoors and under the specifications provided.
-I would not recommend these speakers to be used indoors.
-I recommend 14AWG landscape wire as use for speaker wire
-A 75 Watt receiver can really make these speakers sing at great sound
-As long as these speakers are out of the sun and direct rain, they seem like they will last long
-Not a huge investment, so If you live in a harsh climate, not a big deal
Why I am qualified to say this:
I am a computer engineer who uses Yamaha and Bose speakers indoors, nothing less! I have a very close friend who has 12 Bose speaker zones at her house (each with their own remote and 4 outdoors) and will admit they do sound better, but lets be realistic: you will be much more satisfied that you saved money on these great speakers and that you don't need to baby them. The sound difference is so small that for the price and correct hook up, I'd recommend these speakers over say Bose speakers because of the benefits possessed in the Dual speakers.
Hope you found this useful, and good luck buying.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful.
Great Speakers from Amazon.com By Robert Orlando
These are my second pair. I have one set in my yard under a tree that's been outside over two years and they are just as good as when i received them.
this pair I put on my deck. The sound is great for such an inexpensive product.
I also have 2 sets of Bose speakers outside by the pool - I take them in during the winter because of the price, but the duals' sound is quite comparable; but I am not an audiophile!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful.
5 1/4" Black 3-WAY 100 Watt Indoor/outdoor Loudspeakers By Keith D. Carpenter
They work great. I bought 2 sets. I use one set outside my home for our pool. The other set I use at my shop. Nice audio, obviously weather resistant.
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