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HPM-40/U1 (REF V)

HPM-40/U1 (REF V)

BrandPioneer
ManufacturerPioneer Electronic Corporation
SeriesHigh Polymer Molecular
FunctionSpeaker
Produced1978
CountryJapan
Form FactorBookshelf / Stand Mounted
Signal PathPassive Hardware
Dimensions32.5 × 56.9 × 31.8 cm (W × H × D)
Weight28.6lbs
Frequency Response35Hz-25kHz
Super Tweeter180° Piezoelectric (High Polymer Molecular film, Part #HP-015A)
Treble1.75" Carbonfiber Blended Cone (Part #45-711B)
Midrange/Bass10" Carbonfiber Blended Cone (Part #25-737A)
Impedance (Nominal)8Ω
Sensitivity91dB/W/m
Crossover Frequencies2.5kHz, 12kHz (Network Assembly Part #SWN-154)
Crossover Slope6dB/Oct (First Order)
Power Handling (Nominal)40W
Power Handling (Peak)80W
Enclosure TypeBass Reflex
Enclosure ConstructionParticleboard
FinishOiled Walnut
MSRP (1980)$180
Connections
  • Input · Spring Terminal
Controls
  • Treble Level · Rotary Pot
NotesSecond generation HPM-40 with updated driver types to match HPM-100. Identified by driver type and reference mark "V" stamped on cabinet. Parts not interchangeable with earlier variant.