DAS Audio Altea-408
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DAS Audio
Altea-408
Product Info
Article Number:
570076
Brand:
DAS Audio
Model:
Altea-408
Category:
Passive Full-Range PA Speakers
Price:
$327.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Altea-408 is a surprisingly capable little speaker. It's built tough and sounds decent for its size, making it perfect for solo performers, small bands, or DJs needing portable, budget-friendly PA. Don’t expect earth-shattering bass, but for vocal-focused sets and smaller rooms, it’ll do the job well.
Product Description
- DAS Audio Altea-408
- Passive 8'' full-range loudspeaker
- Equipped with: 8'' transducer and 1'' compression driver
- Power: 150 W RMS / 600 W PEAK
- Impedance: 8 Ohm
- Frequency range: 70 - 20000 Hz
- Coverage pattern (H x V): 90° x 90°
- max. SPL: 122 dB
- Input and output: Speaker Twist
- Housing with monitor bevel
- M8 Rigging points
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 280 x 480 x 260 mm
- Weight: 9.4 kg
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Robust MDF construction feels solid and durable for frequent transport.
- • 90° x 90° coverage is surprisingly even for a budget speaker.
- • 122 dB max SPL provides ample headroom for smaller gigs.
- • Integrated monitor bevel offers convenient angled placement for stage use.
CONS
- • 8” woofer limits low-end extension, noticeably lacking sub-bass frequencies.
- • 8 Ohm impedance requires careful amplifier selection to avoid power issues.
- • Plastic horn, while functional, doesn't offer the clarity of metal.
Product Video
Key Features
Power Handling
150 W RMS / 600 W PEAK
Woofer Size
8"
Impedance
8 Ohm
Frequency Range
70 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity
96 dB SPL (1W @ 1m) - *estimated based on similar DAS models*
Weight
9.4 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a bit more robustly built than some cheaper alternatives, but lacks the refined sound of higher-end models – a good middle ground.
The monitor bevel makes it usable as a monitor, but the limited low-end might make it less ideal for drummers or bass players.
Aim for an amplifier delivering around 200-300 watts RMS into 8 ohms for a good balance of power and headroom.
