Audio Development - Travelling With Audio
Laboratorio Audio is an Italian company which designs, develops and manufactures loudspeakers under the brand name Audio Development; a proud company committed to devising the perfect combination between tradition and innovation. Directly involved with every phase of production to ensure the highest standards of quality and design, Audio Development's core mission is to replicate music in its purest form as intended by the original artist; without adding nor hiding anything. It approaches different challenges with different solutions and designs, nonetheless the target always remains the same; the ultimate satisfaction of the listener. Satisfaction that is fueled by raw emotion.

Any product bearing the Audio Development name is considered a special design. A company that prefers to considered as an artisan rather than a manufacturer; Audio Development continues to strive towards that goal, remaining dissatisfied even as it's devoted customers are not. It's a company rooted in core values, completely addicted to producing sweet music for the people.

AD Series - Succinct Aural Excellence
Not every audiophile is driven by sheer output or overwhelming bass. For a more discerning echelon of listeners, supreme sound quality takes precedence above all else. Articulated subterranean bass, delectably controlled midrange and highs rendered with breathtaking precision. These are listeners who appreciate the finer nuances of musical reproduction, where every detail matters. Welcome to the domain of the AD range. Developed with every conceivable detail subjected to exhaustive scrutiny, these exceptional loudspeakers represent an uncompromising pursuit of acoustic excellence. When the objective is to approach the very pinnacle of in-car musical reproduction, this is where the conversation begins.

Design Ideologies
Rooted in Italy’s rich heritage of acoustic craftsmanship, Audio Development presents the MM8NEO, a meticulously engineered midbass transducer conceived for the most discerning automotive audiophiles. Manufactured with an uncompromising commitment to precision and performance, the MM8NEO is designed to deliver authoritative and articulate reproduction throughout the critical upper-bass and lower-midrange registers. Yet its remit extends well beyond sheer output; placing equal emphasis on tonal accuracy, textural resolution and seamless integration. It is this harmonious balance of performance and refinement that exemplifies the distinctive engineering philosophy and accumulated expertise underpinning Audio Development’s renowned know-how.

Technical Excellence And Performance
The MM8NEO is a technical tour-de-force, utilising advanced materials and an optimised motor system to rewrite the expectations for midbass performance. It is engineered to perform effortlessly, whether anchoring a three-way system or providing robust midbass in a high-resolution two-way configuration.

Neodymium Power And Precision
As the NEO designation suggests, the MM8NEO employs a high-performance neodymium motor assembly. This delivers substantial magnetic strength within a compact, lightweight package. This configuration reduces overall driver mass whilst providing the motor capability required for efficient operation, rapid transient response and precise control over the diaphragm’s movement.

The Pursuit of Resolution
Consistent with Audio Development’s emphasis on acoustic accuracy, the MM8NEO utilises a carefully engineered diaphragm designed to minimise unwanted resonances and associated coloration. Its moving mass of 34.45 grams represents an important consideration in the driver’s overall electromechanical behaviour. Thus contributing to the balance between low-frequency authority, transient precision and the ability to resolve complex musical passages with clarity.

Optimised For Automotive Applications
With a total Q factor of 0.72 and a free-air resonance of 49 Hz, the MM8NEO possesses parameters well suited to carefully engineered automotive installations. When incorporated into a suitably prepared and acoustically treated vehicle door it is designed to deliver a controlled, punchy midbass response with meaningful low-frequency extension for its intended application. Equally important is its ability to preserve articulation, tonal naturalness and warmth throughout the lower vocal registers. Thus allowing bass instruments and fundamental vocal frequencies to integrate cohesively within the broader sound stage.

Design Features
The astute engineering team at Audio Development are without peer. The sheer amount of technologies this astute team incorporates into each and every single design is beyond comprehension. Some of these design elements include:
– Strong yet lightweight fiberglass cones help minimise distortions and provide accuracy that’s nothing short of astounding.
– Large connection cables for a lossless connection.
– FEM calculated membranes for a high-end linear frequency response.
– High power magnet systems for best efficiency.
– Large flat wire voice coils for a high power handling.
– Progressively rolled polycotton spider ensures all reciprocating parts remain perfectly aligned.
– Plated push terminals for an optimum connection to the speaker cable without corrosion.
– Magnetically inert alloy basket designed for aerodynamic transparency and optimum heat removal.

Electrical Specifications
– Nominal configuration: one-way 8″ midrange set
– Continuous power handling: 140 Watts
– Maximum power handling: 280 Watts
– Voice coil diameter: 40 mm
– Frequency response: 30 Hz – 3000 Hz
– Sensitivity: 89 dB
– DC resistance (Re): 4.3 Ohms
– Resonant frequency (Fs): 49 Hz
– Xmax: +/- 10 mm
– Compliance (Vas): 21.9 l
– Total Q (Qts): 0.72
– Mechanical Q (Qms): 5.462
– Electrical Q (Qes): 1.0047

Physical Specifications
– Mounting diameter: 188 mm
– Mounting depth: 62 mm
– Weight: 1.4 kg

Documentation
– Technical sheet

Important Disclaimers
Given the dynamic nature of electronics industries these days; below are listed some very important specifics you need to be aware of.

Brand Authorization And Stock Sourcing
We are a fully authorised Australian dealer of this brand and all stock is sourced through legitimate channels. It therefore enjoys full Australian warranty, backing and support.

Pricing Structure
Whilst we endeavor to offer the best price possible, we ask that if you do find a better price elsewhere from an authorised dealer; please contact us. Also be aware that we regularly conduct group buys and sales, therefore pricing can sometimes be subject to change without notice.

Stock Structure
Being a dynamic store is conducive to our inventory constantly changing. We list only a small portion of our stable online, usually products most popular. Aside from these we also stock numerous other variants and configurations of these products, hence if you don’t see what you’re after please contact us.

Shipping
All our products are shipped with registered and insured postage. Upon ordering you’ll be issued with a receipt, a consignment note via which you can track your order, and we’ll also SMS you photos of the package for identification purposes.

Technical support
This last one we cannot emphasise enough! Please contact us if you require any further information or assistance with the setup and use of this product, especially pertaining to aspects more technical. As we want you to get the very best from this product.