ESC
Tempest Classic

Tempest Classic

BrandESS
ManufacturerESS, Inc.
FunctionSpeaker
Produced1980-1981
CountryUnited States
Form FactorFloorstanding
Signal PathPassive Hardware
Dimensions39.4 × 84.5 × 39.4 cm (W × H × D)
Weight55lbs
Frequency Response38Hz-24kHz ±3dB
TrebleHeil Air-Motion Transformer (Total Radiating Area: 20.25in²)
Midrange/Bass10" Resin-Impregnated Cone
Passive Radiator10" Resin-Impregnated Cone
Sensitivity90dB/W/m
Impedance (Nominal)5Ω
Crossover Frequency1.5kHz
Dispersion (Horizontal)120°
Dispersion (Vertical)30°
Recommended Amplifier Power15-250W
Power Handling (Nominal)100W
Power Handling (Peak)250W
Enclosure TypePassive Radiator
FinishWalnut
MSRP (1980)$410 (Retail Price (Henry's Hi-Fi/Video, 1981): $259)