3DsoundSurge Press Release: Alpine's New 2003 Type-S Speakers Feature Performance-Inspired Cosmetics for Great Looks and Great Sound at a Great Value

Alpine's New 2003 Type-S Speakers Feature Performance-Inspired Cosmetics for Great Looks and Great Sound at a Great Value

Seven New Models Offer Maximum Installation Versatility and Share Family Look With Type-S Subwoofers

TORRANCE, Calif., Jan 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., the industry-leading manufacturer of high performance mobile electronics, today unveiled seven all-new Type-S coaxial speakers, designed to be the best looking, best sounding and best fitting speakers in their class. Alpine has given the Type-S speaker line new automotive performance-inspired cosmetics with an open spoke grill, stylish blue Type-S logo and titanium-colored, aluminum-coated cone. The new Type-S frame was engineered to accommodate a 180 percent larger magnet, delivering huge increases in power handling and bass output.

The SPS-170A 6.5-inch two-way speaker handles 200 watt peak power and delivers a variable swivel tweeter design for improved sound quality and high frequency reproduction even when mounted in a low position on the vehicle's door. The specially designed oversized 6-inch adapter ring allows for easy installation into a greater number of vehicles without the need for additional and costly modifications.

Extensive vehicle research was performed to increase the application flexibility for the seven speakers in the Type-S line. The frame was tooled to maximize cone size, yet minimize the cutout size and mounting depth requirements needed to fit most vehicle doors. The result is a speaker that has a large yet efficient motor structure, coupled to an oversized cone. This design produces better low frequency performance using the built-in power of a head unit, yet can handle the extra power from a larger external amplifier.

Alpine's Type-S speakers share a family look with the Type-S subwoofer line. Designed, engineered and tuned in the U.S., Alpine's five Type-S subwoofers for 2003 deliver more SPL with reduced distortion and long term reliability. The Type-S subwoofers come in 10- and 12-inch designs and feature Alpine's exclusive Compound Radius Curve Pole Geometry (patent- pending) which optimizes the magnetic circuit for increased power handling. A dual progressive Nomex® spider design with integrated tinsel leads provides longer stroke for more SPL, better control and improved durability at high output levels. Alpine's airflow-optimized dual flare pole vent and heat transfer plate improves thermal management for more power handling and greater output. All Type-S subwoofers also feature Kevlar reinforced pulp cones; high excursion 3/4-inch Santoprene® Surrounds; custom high-strength baskets; high-strength brass voice coil bobbins; and heavy-duty 8ga. push terminals.

    Alpine's 2003 Line of Type-S Speakers and Subwoofers includes:
     SPS-690A - 6"x9" 3-way speaker - 250W peak
     Availability: February   Target Retail Price:  $120

     SPS-170A - 6.5" 2-way speaker with variable swivel tweeter & oversize 6"
      adapter - 200W peak
     Availability: February  Target Retail Price: $100

     SPS-130A - 5.25" 2-way speaker with variable swivel tweeter - 150W peak
     Availability: February  Target Retail Price:  $90

     SPS-080A - 3.5" 2-way speaker (no grill) - 75W peak
     Availability: February  Target Retail Price: $80

     SPS-460A - 4"x6" 2-way speaker (no grill) - 100W peak
     Availability: February  Target Retail Price: $100

     SPS-570A - 5"x7" 2-way speaker, variable swivel tweeter (no grill) with
      6"x8" adapter - 200W peak
     Availability: February Target Retail Price:  $110

     SWS-1241 - 12" 4 ohm subwoofer
     Availability: Now  Target Retail Price:  $130

     SWS-1241D - 12" dual 4 ohm subwoofer
     Availability: Now  Target Retail Price:  $130

     SWS-1041 - 10" 4 ohm subwoofer
     Availability: Now  Target Retail Price:  $120

     SWS-1041D - 10" dual 4 ohm subwoofer
     Availability: Now  Target Retail Price:  $120

     SBS-1041BP - 10" 4 ohm bandpass subwoofer
     Availability:  Now   Target Retail Price:  $200

About Alpine Electronics

Alpine Electronics is the world's leading mobile electronics system supplier and an ISO certified corporation. Alpine specializes in an integrated platform concept for mobile multimedia with premium components for digital audio/video media playback, digital broadcast reception, security and satellite linked navigation. With research and development facilities in Asia, Europe and the U.S., Alpine is the global leader for mobile sound systems and in-vehicle navigation for both after-market and OEM factory installations. Alpine Electronics is a consolidated subsidiary of Alps Electric Co., Ltd., one of the world's premier manufacturers of electronic components for computer, communications and car electronics equipment. In 2003, Alpine celebrates 25 years of bringing premium mobile electronics systems to consumers under the Alpine brand. Visit www.alpine-usa.com to learn more about Alpine products or to find an authorized retailer.

Source: Alpine Electronics of America, Inc.