Dear Stephen at CDT,
I just wanted to let you know that my customer just installed the speakers and he is absolutely thrilled with the quality. He is totally amazed with the imaging and their perfect crispness. Thanks again for an incredible product.

Thanks,
Jonathan Ewen
Sweet Audio

Hello Stephen at CDT Audio - Happy New Year!!,
Today (1/10/01) I had one of my installers install a set of HD62DT component system in my Mercedes, I want to tell you something, Everything you said about The CDT Audio Speaker is TRUE!!! I am writing this to confirm what you had said, They are the most unbelievable speaker I have ever heard!! We are going to outfit a 1957 Chevrolet 2DR.sedan Wagon with the CDT Audio Speakers and send it on the road through out Florida showing everyone in it's path the CDT Audio Performance. Please call me as soon as you have a chance ,I would like to place another order.

Thank you
Don Messina
Auto & Truck Electronics

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Just thought I'd drop you a line and let you know how much I enjoy listening to your HD 52DT's. I find myself taking the long way to my destinations in order to listen to my music. Pat Lee at Pat's Bidboard install my system using a Nakamichi cd player (CD-45z), Nakamichi amp (PA-506) and two Nakamichi 8" subs. The setup with your speaker sound better than my stereo at home..
great job..I am now the envy of all who have the pleasure of sitting or riding in my car..thanks

Robert Balansag
Hawaii

"Sonic Euphoria"
-These are the first words that come to my mind when thinking of CDT  speakers. Amazingly detailed and beautiful, CDT impresses me every single time. CDT is always my first recommendation to those seeking the best in high-end audio. Since installing a set of HD52DT's in my Supra, I've noticed that I've been driving the car a whole lot more. Thank you CDT for bringing your wonderful product to North America!!

Kevin Zeb @ ZEB

CDT Audio Braxial Speaker System HD-63DT
TEST REVIEW
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Build Quality and First Impressions
When I first received the speakers, I noticed the nice, pretty cast
baskets. Nice. The Tweeter is mounted on a little recessed half-bridge.
The overall build quality of the drivers is definitely up to high standards.

The cast basket is the Euro-type basket, which means it's slightly
oversized (170 mm) and has 4 mounting holes instead of the common 6. Most
people would have to make custom baffles to fit these drivers, but in my
opinion, it's well worth the extra effort.

Michael Kim


Sound Quality and Road Testing
The first thing I noticed about these speakers was the unbelievable amount
of midbass. I'm talking about serious, chest-pounding thump at levels so
high you'd think you were at a concert. I believe that there are three
types of good-sounding midbasses: fat, lean, and attacking. Fat midbass is
that soft, deep, warm type, while lean is the type to blend in with the
music. Attacking is how I'd describe the CDT's. Definitely one of the
best midbasses I've ever heard, it's extremely easy to keep the bass up
front when using these.

The second thing that I noticed about these speakers was the unbelievable
SPL capability. These speakers are very efficient (the simple mid
crossover helps with that, no doubt). When I cranked the volume knob, they
just kept getting louder, and louder, until
I thought my ears were going to burst. an occasional SPL freak, I was very
impressed that this single set of 6.5" components could produce so much
sound. These are about as loud as a conventional car loudspeaker will ever
get.

The third thing that I noticed was that the speakers sound silky smooth.
These speakers are very laid-back, neutral, with all types of music. After
fumbling around with the Tweeter polarity a little bit, I found a good
combination and the speakers really started to sing, equally impressive
with all types of music. However, I thought that they sounded a little
soft, especially on female vocals. While the speakers have good detail, it
seems like there was a little less "life" in the recording than I' m used
to.

For a speaker to have deep extension, high efficiency, and high output is
simply outstanding. That covers three major goals that a good speaker
designer shoots for, and to have all three in this price range (not to
mention ANY price range) is a commendable achievement.

Lastly, the imaging was above par, but not spectacular. I suspect that
this has largely to do with the combination of braxial mounting and my
speaker locations. I mounted these in the doors of a '98 Nissan Maxima,
and if you' ve worked with the car before, you'll know that they have VERY
weird grilles, and the speaker opening is a little small for a 6.5". This
would probably cause diffraction and reflection problems that would be
absent if I have mounted the Tweeter in the kick, or some other
unrestricted area. If you have a car that has more ideal door locations,
the imaging will probably be improved over my install.

THE VERDICT
I STRONGLY suggest these speakers to people who want smooth-sounding, loud
speakers that keep the bass strongly up front. Those wanting a little more
flexibility with Tweeter placement (such as myself) can pick up the
component set instead of the braxials.

While the detail can be a little bit lacking, the speakers make up for it
in other areas. The total package of brutal SPL capability, overall sound
quality, and midbass capability were unreal.

The braxial would be a great choice for drop-in replacement in stealth
locations, with good imaging. These speakers work very well with pop,
rock, classical, electronic (ESPECIALLY dance), and just about every other
genre, they're that flexible.

The components would be a great choice for the serious competitor who needs
a little more flexibility, especially in cars like mine where the door
locations are not ideal for Tweeters. These speakers are of extremely high
quality, and with good tuning and a great install, they could put you in
the winner's circle.

Tonality-22/25 (deducted for slightly soft treble) Imaging-20/25 (deducted
for holes in the stage: my car had a lot to do with it) Extension-15/15
(they go all the way down!) SPL capability- 15/15 (best I've heard with low
compression)
Value- 20/20 (in this price range, it kills most others) Overall-92/100
(unbelievable)
Final Note- I learned after the testing period that, in the Tweeters, the
ridged wires are positive and the smooth wires are negative.

Michael Kim

"The HD series provide superlative imaging, channel separation, midbass output, and maximum SPL. I have yet to hear these speakers bottom out even though I regularly send the midranges 120 watts down to 63 Hz!! Truly a high-end speaker, without the high-end price."

Ashraf Shabudin, Ampman Audio LLC & TeamAMP