Cerwin Vega At40 Specs
With a 95 dB sensitivity rating, these speakers can reach high volumes even when paired with relatively modest amplifiers. Signature Sound:
The AT-40 is a three-way system featuring a 10-inch woofer, a 5-inch midrange, and a 1-inch tweeter. In European markets, this model was sometimes equivalent to the designation used in North America. High Efficiency: cerwin vega at40 specs
Features a 10" (ATW10) woofer, typically identified by the signature Cerwin-Vega red surround . With a 95 dB sensitivity rating, these speakers
Sound Character and Performance In practice, the AT-40 presents a forward, energetic sound signature. Bass notes are prominent and impactful, making the speaker well-suited to genres that benefit from strong low end—rock, electronic, hip-hop—and to listeners who prefer a lively, room-filling sound. Midrange presence is generally robust, which helps vocals and guitars cut through mixes or playback. High frequencies are handled with adequate detail but are often less emphasized than the low end; this can be perceived as warm and pleasant by many listeners but may lack the ultra-precise top-end extension favored by some studio engineers. High Efficiency: Features a 10" (ATW10) woofer, typically
Specifications sourced from original Cerwin Vega owner's manual (PN 730-164-00), bench tests by David L. Clark (Audio Magazine, Vol. 73, No. 11, 1989), and field measurements from the Vintage Speaker Repair community.
The AT series was manufactured under license at the Dali factory in Denmark for the European market, using drivers and crossovers imported from the USA.
The Cerwin-Vega AT-40 is suitable for a variety of applications, including: