Description
Description
SoundQubed PA69B-4 — 6x9" Pro Audio Midrange | 350W RMS | 99 dB | Ferrite + Neodymium Hybrid Motor | Sold Single
The SoundQubed PA69B-4 is a purpose-built 6x9" pro audio midrange driver engineered for competition car audio, high-output daily drivers, and any build where being loud and keeping up with the biggest stereos is the priority. Featuring a paper cone, cloth surround, a ferrite + neodymium hybrid magnet system, a 1.5" / 38.6mm CCAW voice coil on a glass fiber former, and an aluminum basket, the PA69B-4 delivers 350W RMS / 700W max at a staggering 99 dB sensitivity with a frequency response of 80 Hz–12.5 kHz. Sold as a single speaker — order the quantity you need for your build.
The PA69B-4’s ferrite + neodymium hybrid motor (30 + 3 oz) combines the high-flux density of neodymium with the thermal mass of ferrite — delivering exceptional sensitivity and sustained high-power performance without thermal compression. The 7.2mm one-way Xmax gives this driver serious linear excursion capability for a 6x9" midrange, allowing it to move real air at high output levels without distortion. With a Qts of 0.421 and Fs of 100 Hz, the PA69B-4 is optimized for use with a high-pass crossover at 100 Hz — keeping it in its optimal operating range and protecting it from low-frequency content that would reduce output and increase distortion.
Whether you’re building a competition SPL or SQL system, upgrading a bagger for maximum output, or building a high-efficiency daily driver that can keep up with a powerful subwoofer, the PA69B-4 is the 6x9" midrange that delivers.
Why Choose the SoundQubed PA69B-4?
- 350W RMS / 700W MAX @ 4Ω — Pro-grade power handling in a 6x9" midrange — built for high-output competition and demo builds.
- 99 dB Sensitivity (1W/1m) — Exceptionally high efficiency — delivers massive output with relatively modest amplification.
- Ferrite + Neodymium Hybrid Motor (30 + 3 oz) — Best of both worlds — neodymium flux density for sensitivity, ferrite thermal mass for sustained high-power performance.
- 7.2mm One-Way Xmax — Serious linear excursion for a 6x9" midrange — moves real air at high output without distortion or mechanical failure.
- 1.5" CCAW Voice Coil on Glass Fiber Former — Lightweight, thermally efficient winding on a rigid former — handles sustained high-power use without thermal compression.
- Aluminum Basket — Rigid, resonance-free basket construction — pro audio grade in a car audio package.
- 80 Hz–12.5 kHz Frequency Response — Purpose-built midrange range — covers midbass, midrange, and upper harmonics with authority.
- Sold Single — Buy exactly what you need — order quantity two for a stereo pair.
Installation & Pairing Recommendations
Crossover Configuration: The PA69B-4 is a dedicated midrange driver — always use a high-pass crossover set at 100 Hz minimum to protect the driver and keep it operating in its optimal range. For competition and high-output builds, use an active crossover or DSP to set precise HPF and LPF crossover points. A band-pass configuration (100 Hz HPF / 10–12 kHz LPF) is recommended for maximum output and driver protection.
Amplifier Pairing: The PA69B-4 handles 350W RMS at 4Ω. Use a dedicated amplifier channel with at least 200–350W RMS at 4Ω for best results. The SoundQubed Q4-2000 (325W x4) or Q4-3200 (520W x4) are excellent matches for a multi-driver pro audio front stage build.
Competition / Demo Build: The PA69B-4’s 99 dB sensitivity and 350W RMS power handling make it a natural choice for competition SPL and SQL builds. Pair multiple units per channel for maximum output, or use a single pair as the primary midrange in a 3-way active front stage alongside a dedicated tweeter and subwoofer system.
Mounting: The PA69B-4 requires a 6" x 8.9" / 154 x 226mm baffle cutout and 3.5" / 89mm mounting depth. Overall dimensions are 6.58" x 9.33" / 167 x 237mm, overall depth is 3.75" / 95.5mm. Motor diameter is 4.72" / 120mm. Verify your mounting location provides adequate depth clearance before purchasing.
Full Specifications
General
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Nominal Diameter | 6x9" / 152x228mm |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ohms |
| RMS Power Handling | 350W |
| MAX Power Handling | 700W |
| Sensitivity (1W/1m) | 99 dB |
| Frequency Response | 80 Hz – 12.5 kHz |
| Recommended Hi-Pass Crossover | 100 Hz |
| Sold In | Single |
Motor Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voice Coil Diameter | 1.5" / 38.6mm |
| VC Former Material | Glass Fiber |
| Winding Material | CCAW |
| Cone Material | Paper |
| Bullet Material | Aluminum |
| Bullet Color | Black |
| Surround Material | Cloth |
| Basket Material | Aluminum |
| Basket Color | Black |
| Magnet Material | Ferrite + Neodymium |
| Magnet Weight | 30 + 3 oz |
| Displacement Volume | 0.62L / 0.022ft³ |
Thiele & Small Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Equivalent Volume (Vas) | 14.9L / 0.52ft³ |
| Excursion One Way (Xmax) | 7.2mm |
| Free Air Resonance (Fs) | 100 Hz |
| Mechanical Factor (Qms) | 10.64 |
| Electrical Factor (Qes) | 0.439 |
| Total Factor (Qts) | 0.421 |
| Mechanical Mass (Mms) | 9.3g |
| Mechanical Compliance (Cms) | 0.662mm/N |
| BL Factor (BL) | 4.439 |
| Voice Coil Inductance (Le) | 0.08798mH |
| Cone Area (Sd) | 207.85cm² |
| DC Resistance (Re) | 3.6 Ohms |
| Mechanical Mass w/o Air (Mmd) | 7.569g |
Speaker Measurements
| Dimension | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Diameter | 6.58x9.33" / 167x237mm |
| Overall Depth | 3.75" / 95.5mm |
| Front Mount Baffle Cutout | 6x8.9" / 154x226mm |
| Mounting Depth | 3.5" / 89mm |
| Motor Diameter | 4.72" / 120mm |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the PA69B-4 a full-range speaker or a dedicated midrange?
A: It’s a dedicated pro audio midrange driver — not a full-range speaker. It’s designed to be crossed over at 100 Hz HPF minimum and used with a dedicated tweeter and subwoofer system. Always use a high-pass crossover to protect the driver and maximize output.
Q: What amplifier should I pair with the PA69B-4?
A: The PA69B-4 handles 350W RMS at 4Ω. The SoundQubed Q4-2000 (325W x4) or Q4-3200 (520W x4) are excellent matches. Use a dedicated amplifier channel per driver with an active crossover or DSP for precise crossover point management.
Q: Is this sold as a pair or single?
A: The PA69B-4 is sold as a single speaker. Order quantity two for a stereo pair.
Q: What makes the ferrite + neodymium hybrid motor special?
A: The hybrid motor combines a large ferrite magnet (30 oz) for thermal mass and sustained power handling with a neodymium top plate (3 oz) for high magnetic flux density and sensitivity. The result is a driver that delivers 99 dB sensitivity while handling 350W RMS continuously — without the thermal compression that limits pure neodymium designs at sustained high power.



