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NEAR Introduces New 10-inch In-ground Outdoor Subwoofer

near-sub-0914NEAR today announced the IGS10 outdoor subwoofer, is a 10-inch woofer design that joins the 12-inch IGS12 subwoofer and three full-range models in the IG in-ground series.

The IGS10 uses ultra low mass Metal Diaphragm Technology (MDT) woofers for best-in-class sound quality and durability. The woofer is a Magnetic Liquid Suspension (MLS) “spiderless” design resulting in longer cone excursion for superior bass output and lower distortion. As an added benefit, the magnetic fluid serves to draw heat away from the voice coil for exceptional high power durability. The IGS10 also features NEAR’s UDIO (upside down/inside out) low frequency driver technology. UDIO is an inverted cone diaphragm woofer driven by voice coils wound both inside and outside the former.

The IGS10 is intended for in-ground installation but may be used free standing and can be easily camouflaged among planters and pots. In-ground installation affords the homeowner better sound performance, lower visibility and greater security.

NEAR says the IGS10’s color-through enclosure material means it will not color-fade even after years of direct sun exposure. All IG models, including the new IGS10, are designed to meet or exceed the stringent Mil-Std-810 (Humidity, Salt Air, Heat, Cold, Immersion); and IEC IP X5 durability standards, making them totally weatherproof not just “weather resistant,” making the line a rare combination of commercial grade durability with high-end residential sonic performance.

NEAR says the subs will be available in March 2015 with a list price of $1,199. Here are all the specs.

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