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product_id: 67148460
title: "Dayton Audio PC83-4 3\" Full-Range Poly Cone Driver"
brand: "dayton audio"
price: "$54.70"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Dayton Audio"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/67148460-dayton-audio-pc83-4-3-full-range-poly-cone-driver
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# Poly damped woven glass fiber cone for smooth sound High energy ferrite magnet for max output Copper cap reduces distortion & inductance Dayton Audio PC83-4 3" Full-Range Poly Cone Driver

**Brand:** dayton audio
**Price:** $54.70
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔊 Small Driver, Big Sound — Elevate Your Audio Game Now!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Dayton Audio PC83-4 3" Full-Range Poly Cone Driver by dayton audio
- **How much does it cost?** $54.70 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/67148460-dayton-audio-pc83-4-3-full-range-poly-cone-driver)

## Best For

- dayton audio enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dayton audio brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Durable & Dynamic:** Poly damped woven glass fiber cone ensures smooth roll-off and controlled cone break-up for balanced audio.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** 3" full-range driver delivering punchy bass and crystal-clear highs in a sleek, space-saving design.
- • **Effortless Efficiency:** High energy ferrite magnet boosts BL for higher efficiency and louder output without distortion.
- • **Precision Sound Control:** Copper cap technology minimizes distortion and inductance for pristine high-frequency clarity.
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Perfect for MTM bookshelves, car audio, line arrays, and portable speaker projects—your all-in-one audio upgrade.

## Overview

The Dayton Audio PC83-4 is a 3-inch full-range poly cone driver engineered for high fidelity and efficiency. Featuring a copper cap to reduce distortion, a poly damped woven glass fiber cone for smooth sound, and a high energy ferrite magnet for powerful output, it excels in compact speaker designs like MTM bookshelves, car audio, and line arrays. This driver delivers clear, punchy audio with minimal distortion, making it a top choice for audiophiles and DIY pros seeking premium sound in a compact form factor.

## Description

Product description Dayton Audio PC83-4 3" Full-Range Poly Cone Driver The Dayton Audio PC83-4 3" full-range driver features a poly damped woven glass fiber cone, damped rubber surround, and high energy motor. The addition of a copper cap on the extended pole improves cone control, lowers inductance, and decreases distortion allowing for improved high frequency response. Offering great full-range performance, controlled off-axis response, and high efficiency, this driver will provide impressive output for its size. Perfect for use in line arrays, sound bars, portable speakers, or even car audio systems, the Dayton Audio PC83-4 will deliver high fidelity and low distortion from compact applications for an amazing value.

Review: Impressive sound from a compact drive - The Dayton Audio PC83-4 delivers surprisingly full and clear sound for its 3-inch size. Installation was straightforward, and the build quality feels solid. It handles both music and voice really well, with minimal distortion even at higher volumes. Perfect for small speaker builds, DIY projects, or adding a reliable full-range driver to a custom setup. Excellent value for the price and highly recommended.
Review: Blown Away! - I brought a pair of these speakers for a project I'm building. I also brought 4 2" speakers to pair with them. For reference the total systems peak output is 160 watts. I'm using a small Amp putting out 100 watts of power (I know I miscalculated) any way it doesn't matter. I was absolutely blown away with the power output of the Amp. And the AMAZING sound of these speakers. Very punchy bass. Crystal clear highs and mids. Absolutely no distortion at high volumes. They fill the room with sound and you may find yourself standing there wondering how such little speakers create such big sound. My Amp has an built in surge protector so I couldn't turn the volume all the way up. Once I got about 3/4 of volume it stopped the music. Honestly you don't need to turn it all the way up. These speakers far exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be buying more. You can't go wrong with these 10 stars if I could.

## Features

- Copper cap to keep inductance under control and extend high frequency response
- Poly damped woven glass fiber cone controls cone break-up and provides a smooth roll-off
- Smooth response with true full-range reproduction for simple speaker designs
- High energy ferrite magnet increases BL for higher efficiency and more output
- Great for MTM bookshelves, car audio, or line arrays

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0751BDJZX |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Antenna Location | For Bookshelf Speakers, For Car Audio, For Line Arrays, For Portable Speakers, For Sound Bars, For 3-Way Speaker Designs |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo , 3.0 Surround Sound |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,007 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #140 in Car Coaxial Speakers |
| Brand | Dayton Audio |
| Built-In Media | 1 x Speaker |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | [Smartphone, Tablet, MP3 Player] |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car, Truck |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wired |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Controller Type | Button |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 170 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00848791004001 |
| Input Voltage | 2.83 Volts |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Is Waterproof | false |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3.5"D x 3.5"W x 2.2"H |
| Item Weight | 1.15 Pounds |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | Dayton Audio |
| Model Name | PC83-4 |
| Model Number | PC83-4-S |
| Mounting Type | Car Mount,Freestanding |
| Number Of Circuits | 1 |
| Number of Audio Channels | 3.0 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Series Number | 83 |
| Speaker Maximum Output Power | 60 Watts |
| Speaker Size | 3 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Full-Range |
| Specific Uses For Product | home audio systems, car audio systems, portable audio systems, professional audio systems |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 7.7 Centimeters |
| UPC | 848791004001 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 5 Years |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |
| Woofer Diameter | 3 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo, 3.0 Surround Sound
- **Brand:** Dayton Audio
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired
- **Input Voltage:** 2.83 Volts
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 60 Watts

## Images

![Dayton Audio PC83-4 3" Full-Range Poly Cone Driver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Phz4VVG0L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I am using these in these as front dash speakers instead of tweeters on a 40w rms amp. what hz bass blocker should i use?**
A: Since this is a full-range speaker, if your amp has a high-pass filter, set it at one octave above 80 hz, which would be 160 hz, then work your way up from there until it sounds right to you, without distortion. You didn't mention if you were using this speaker as part of a component set or not, but if you are, whatever you set your high-pass filter for this speaker, you should set your low-pass filter close to that same value for the matching component speaker, then adjust both points and crossover slopes to the desired sound.

**Q: Whats the wattage of these speakers?**
A: These speakers are rated at 30 watts RMS, and 60 watts maximum.

**Q: What is the frequency response range?**
A: 80Hz to 20Khz.

**Q: How many ohm per speaker ?**
A: This speaker is rated at 4 ohms nominal. I measured the actual dc resistance at 4.1 ohms. I purchased two and both measured the same, so good quality control on Dayton’s part.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Impressive sound from a compact drive
*by M***. on December 3, 2025*

The Dayton Audio PC83-4 delivers surprisingly full and clear sound for its 3-inch size. Installation was straightforward, and the build quality feels solid. It handles both music and voice really well, with minimal distortion even at higher volumes. Perfect for small speaker builds, DIY projects, or adding a reliable full-range driver to a custom setup. Excellent value for the price and highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Blown Away!
*by J***N on June 2, 2025*

I brought a pair of these speakers for a project I'm building. I also brought 4 2" speakers to pair with them. For reference the total systems peak output is 160 watts. I'm using a small Amp putting out 100 watts of power (I know I miscalculated) any way it doesn't matter. I was absolutely blown away with the power output of the Amp. And the AMAZING sound of these speakers. Very punchy bass. Crystal clear highs and mids. Absolutely no distortion at high volumes. They fill the room with sound and you may find yourself standing there wondering how such little speakers create such big sound. My Amp has an built in surge protector so I couldn't turn the volume all the way up. Once I got about 3/4 of volume it stopped the music. Honestly you don't need to turn it all the way up. These speakers far exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be buying more. You can't go wrong with these 10 stars if I could.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Better than average 3" speaker
*by M***Y on February 2, 2026*

Perfect for small projects. Well made. Feels solid. High quality sound. It has good "mid" sound. The treble isn't what you get from a high end speaker, and neither is the bass. Need to pair it with a tweeter and software for a more full, well rounded sound. But, it is absolutely rock solid for what it is.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-28*