{"title":"ESB Novemila \u0026 Ottomila","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eESB Novemila \u0026amp; Ottomila\u003c\/strong\u003e are ESB Audio's flagship car speaker ranges, offering individual drivers and complete component systems for serious car audio enthusiasts. Priced from £449, they suit those building high-end custom installs where component quality and sonic accuracy are paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ottomila (8000) Series includes CNC-machined component systems alongside standalone midranges and tweeters. The Novemila Series offers a complementary selection of mid-woofers, midranges and silk dome tweeters — all sold in pairs — for those wanting to build a bespoke multi-way system from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"esb-9-6w-novemila-series-6-5-inch-high-end-mid-woofer-180w-rms-pair","title":"ESB 9.6W Novemila Series 6.5 Inch High End Mid Woofer 180w RMS Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ESB 9.6W is a 6.5 inch (165 mm) high-end mid-woofer from ESB Audio's Novemila Series, rated at 180W RMS (360W peak) at 4 ohms and supplied as a pair.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in the Novemila Series: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/esb-9-1t-25-novemila-series-1-inch-high-end-silk-dome-tweeter-100w-rms-pair\"\u003eESB 9.1T-25\u003c\/a\u003e 1 inch and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/esb-9-1t-28-novemila-series-1-1-inch-high-end-silk-dome-tweeter-110w-rms-pair\"\u003eESB 9.1T-28\u003c\/a\u003e 1.1 inch high-end silk dome tweeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 6.5 inch \/ 165 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower handling: 180W RMS \/ 360W peak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 4 ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 48 Hz to 5 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 91.5 dB (2.83V\/1m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineered Down to the Flux\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pole cup was designed with magnetic flux analysis software to achieve perfectly even saturation of the magnetic gap. That precision benefits voice coil stroke and keeps bass controlled at any volume.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ESB Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53177301205258,"sku":"92977","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5431\/0922\/files\/9.6W.jpg?v=1781100040"},{"product_id":"esb-novemila-series-9-4m-4-inch-high-end-cone-midrange-speaker-120w-rms-pair","title":"ESB Novemila Series 9.4M 4 Inch High End Cone Midrange Speaker 120w RMS Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ESB Novemila 9.4M is a 4 inch (100 mm) high-end cone midrange speaker rated at 120W RMS, sold as a pair. It is part of ESB Audio's Novemila Series, designed for high-quality car audio installs requiring a precise, dynamic midrange driver.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 4 inch \/ 100 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower handling: 120W RMS, 240W transient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 4 ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 90.6 dB (2.83V\/1m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 100 Hz to 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnet: twin coupled neodymium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCone: vacuum and autoclave moulded high-modulus carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoice coil: Nomex former with aluminium winding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e9.4M 4\"\/100 mm high-end cone midrange\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magnet pole yoke is designed using magnetic flux analysis software to achieve uniform saturation of the magnetic gap, reducing distortion and increasing dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pure copper ring in the air gap reduces voice coil inductance, improving high-frequency accuracy and the speaker's ability to reproduce transient sound pulses cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTCA controls airflow moved by the cone, creating aperiodic damping resistance. This releases energy from speaker movement in a controlled, fast manner without persistent oscillations, improving accuracy and fidelity to the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin coupled neodymium magnets: high-temperature resistant, high-grade neodymium magnets forming one of the most powerful motor structures available for a midrange of this size, while keeping the magnetic motor compact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePole plate CNC machined from a solid piece of ultra-low-carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-plated built-in terminals accept large gauge cables, preventing power loss from the amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie-cast aluminium, powder-coated basket: very low air resistance, with shape verified by FEM analysis to reduce vibration and resonance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide, lightweight Nomex voice coil with aluminium winding for broad bandwidth extension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge balanced Conex spider damper ensures linear excursion in both directions, reducing distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon cone, surround and dust cap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cone is high-modulus carbon moulded under vacuum and autoclave — a costly process rarely used in speakers, but one that delivers natural reproduction and high transient dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NBR rubber surround is shaped for smooth movement at low excursion, becoming progressively more controlled as excursion approaches its limit. This contributes to high dynamic capability and power handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laminated aluminium dust cap extends the frequency response upward and helps equalise and linearise it. A CNC-machined aluminium ring secures the rubber suspension at the edge, ensuring precise fastening and centring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ESB Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53177759367434,"sku":"92980","price":999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5431\/0922\/files\/9.4M.jpg?v=1781099948"},{"product_id":"esb-novemila-series-9-3m-3-inch-high-end-cone-midrange-speaker-110w-rms-pair","title":"ESB Novemila Series 9.3M 3 Inch High End Cone Midrange Speaker 110w RMS Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ESB Novemila 9.3M is a 3 inch (75 mm) high-end cone midrange speaker rated at 110W RMS (220W peak), sold as a pair. It is part of ESB Audio's Novemila Series, designed for high-quality sound installs requiring a fast, detailed midrange driver.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 3 inch \/ 75 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower handling: 110W RMS, 220W peak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 4 ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 90.8 dB (2.83V\/1m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 130 Hz to 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting depth: 48 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutout diameter: 73 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCone: vacuum and autoclave moulded high-modulus carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e9.3M 3\"\/75 mm high-end cone midrange\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magnet pole yoke is designed using magnetic flux analysis software to achieve perfect, homogeneous saturation of the magnetic gap. This reduces distortion and increases dynamics by optimising the coil stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-temperature resistant neodymium magnet is one of the most powerful motor magnet structures available for a car audio midrange of this size. Made from high-grade neodymium, it allows the magnetic motor to be significantly reduced in size and bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTCA controls the flow of air moved by the cone, creating aperiodic damping resistance. It ensures energy accumulated during speaker movement is released in a controlled, fast manner without persistent oscillations — contributing to a more precise and faithful response to the audio source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePole plate CNC machined from a solid piece of ultra-low-carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-plated soldering terminal saves space and prevents power loss from the amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie-cast aluminium, powder-coated basket offers very low resistance to airflow; its shape (verified by FEM analysis) reduces vibration and resonance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide, lightweight Nomex voice coil with aluminium winding contributes to wide bandwidth extension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge balanced Conex spider damper ensures linear excursion in both directions, reducing distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollar joining the voice coil and cone distributes pressure over a large area, reducing deformation and distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon cone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cone is vacuum and autoclave moulded from high-modulus carbon — a technology rarely used in loudspeakers due to cost, but one that delivers significant benefits in naturalness of reproduction and transient dynamics. Made in a single piece with no separate dust cap, this design improves dispersion homogeneity and frequency response regularity at the high end, particularly advantageous at this small size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNBL rubber surround\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NBL rubber surround is shaped to ensure very smooth movement at low excursion, becoming increasingly controlled as excursion increases towards its limit. This makes the speaker highly dynamic and capable of handling high power.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ESB Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53177876775178,"sku":"92981","price":779.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5431\/0922\/files\/9.3M.jpg?v=1781099858"},{"product_id":"esb-9-1t-25-novemila-series-1-inch-high-end-silk-dome-tweeter-100w-rms-pair","title":"ESB 9.1T-25 Novemila Series 1 Inch High End Silk Dome Tweeter 100w RMS Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ESB 9.1T-25 is a 1 inch (25 mm) silk dome tweeter from ESB Audio's Novemila Series, rated at 100W RMS \/ 200W transient at 4 ohms with an N52H neodymium magnet. Sold as a pair.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in the Novemila Series: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/esb-9-1t-28-novemila-series-1-1-inch-high-end-silk-dome-tweeter-110w-rms-pair\"\u003eESB 9.1T-28\u003c\/a\u003e 1.1 inch tweeter and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/esb-9-6w-novemila-series-6-5-inch-high-end-mid-woofer-180w-rms-pair\"\u003eESB 9.6W\u003c\/a\u003e 6.5 inch mid-woofer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 1 inch \/ 25 mm dome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDome: resin-impregnated silk with integrated suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower handling: 100W RMS \/ 200W transient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 4 ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 1.6 kHz to 25 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 91.5 dB (2.83V\/1m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnet: N52H neodymium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoice coil: 25 mm aluminium with copper-clad aluminium winding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminals: gold-plated copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e9.1T-25 1\"\/25 mm High-End Dome Tweeter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dome is resin-impregnated silk with an integrated suspension, formed as a single piece. This reduces weight for accurate high-frequency reproduction and eliminates joints that could cause break-up or vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe N52H neodymium magnet offers a high magnetic force-to-mass ratio and handles temperatures up to 120°F — significantly better than the 80°F limit of a standard neodymium magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pole cup features twelve axial holes in the base to release air back pressure caused by dome movement. This reduces distortion from deformation of the silk dome and lowers the tweeter's resonance frequency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA threaded hole on the rear of the tweeter expands installation options, including unconventional mounting locations inside a vehicle. The main body is ABS with a magnet plate made from ultra-low-carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnecting cables are super flexible with a high silver content to minimise electrical connection losses. Additional features include a felt damper to control dome resonance and a lightweight stainless steel grille for dome protection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ESB Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53177949520138,"sku":"92982","price":649.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5431\/0922\/files\/9.1T-25.jpg?v=1781095915"},{"product_id":"esb-9-1t-28-novemila-series-1-1-inch-high-end-silk-dome-tweeter-110w-rms-pair","title":"ESB 9.1T-28 Novemila Series 1.1 Inch High End Silk Dome Tweeter 110w RMS Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ESB 9.1T-28 is a 1.1 inch (28 mm) high-end silk dome tweeter from ESB Audio's Novemila Series, rated at 110W RMS (220W transient) at 4 ohms with 94.5 dB sensitivity. Sold as a pair.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in the Novemila Series: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/esb-9-1t-25-novemila-series-1-inch-high-end-silk-dome-tweeter-100w-rms-pair\"\u003eESB 9.1T-25\u003c\/a\u003e 1 inch tweeter and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/esb-9-6w-novemila-series-6-5-inch-high-end-mid-woofer-180w-rms-pair\"\u003eESB 9.6W\u003c\/a\u003e 6.5 inch mid-woofer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 1.1 inch \/ 28 mm dome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDome: resin-impregnated Japanese silk with integrated suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower handling: 110W RMS \/ 220W transient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 4 ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 1.4 kHz to 25 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 94.5 dB (2.83V\/1m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnet: N52H neodymium with secondary stabilising magnet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePole cup: CNC machined ultra-low-carbon steel, pure copper ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e9.1T-28 1.1\"\/28 mm High-End Dome Tweeter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe TCA System controls back air flow, reducing turbulence and noise and managing dome damping. The pole cup is CNC machined from a single piece of ultra-low-carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe main magnet is N52H neodymium — chosen for its superior magnetic force-to-mass ratio and high temperature tolerance (120°F versus 80°F for standard neodymium). The magnet plate is ultra-low-carbon steel. A secondary upper magnet stabilises and concentrates magnetic flux in front of the voice coil, increasing efficiency, power handling and bandwidth while reducing distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA pure copper ring reduces voice coil inductance, lowering resistance during high-frequency reproduction. This improves high-frequency accuracy and the speaker's ability to track rapid signal transitions and reproduce transient pulses cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FCA System controls the flow of air moved by the dome, creating a periodic damping resistance so that energy accumulated during dome movement is released quickly and in a controlled manner, without persistent oscillations. The result is a more accurate, faithful response to the audio source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe voice coil uses a high-strength aluminium alloy to minimise thickness and weight. The winding is aluminium with a pure copper skin, balancing resistance and wire weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe catenary-profile silk dome is made from pure Japanese silk, resin impregnated, formed as a single piece that incorporates the suspension. This reduces overall weight — allowing reproduction of very high frequencies — and eliminates joints to prevent break-up and vibration. 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The semi-catenary diaphragm profile maximises stiffness at the dome tip, delivering clean, smooth and transparent sound from 940 Hz to 25 kHz with high power handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA centre ventilation hole cools the moving coil under high power, reduces air compression behind the dome, lowers distortion and extends low-frequency response. A special acoustic resistance controls tweeter Qts, while dB Cloth® under-dome damping neutralises residual resonance, further extending frequency response and reducing harmonic distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e8.165 6.5\"\/165 mm Mid-Woofer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Y35 ferrite magnet motor is FEA-optimised for symmetrical magnetic flux in both directions of cone travel. CNC-machined motor metal parts maximise magnetic flux linearity and minimise magnetic loss, reducing distortion at high power levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 32.4 mm double-layer voice coil is wound on an aluminium former for exceptional power handling and compression-free reproduction, even during demanding musical passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-pressed cellulose pulp exponential cone features a vinylester resin coating, balancing rigidity, weight and self-damping. It delivers natural, linear reproduction with excellent high-frequency extension and no audible break-up. An aluminium dust cap, fixed directly to the voice coil former, increases and linearises the top of the bandwidth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CNC aluminium basket (LE model only) reduces back reflections and improves torsional rigidity, resulting in better efficiency, greater power handling and lower distortion. 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