DB Audiotechnik 4S Review: Ranked #5 of 26

Last updated: October 9, 2026

The DB Audiotechnik 4S ranks #5 out of 26 total Surface-Mount and Background Music Speakers for sound quality. See all PA & Live Sound rankings for every top pick.

Brand: DB

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DB Audiotechnik 4S - ranked #5 of 26 Surface-Mount and Background Music Speakers · Editor's rating 3.2/5

#5 DB Audiotechnik 4S Passive Estimated eBay

Same family: the DB Audiotechnik 42S (larger model, ranked higher, estimated 3.5/5), the DB Audiotechnik 44S (larger model, rated 3.6/5), the DB Audiotechnik 5S (larger model, ranked higher, estimated 3.3/5), the DB Audiotechnik 8S (larger model, rated 3.1/5), the DB Audiotechnik 10S (larger model, rated 3.7/5), the DB Audiotechnik 12S (larger model, rated 3.8/5) and the DB Audiotechnik 24S (larger model, rated 3.8/5).

Pros: A passive installation loudspeaker from d&b’s xS-Series alongside the measured DB Audiotechnik 44S and DB Audiotechnik 8S: the ultra-compact 4” model, weighing just 1 kg, for fills and discreet installs. d&b rates it at 115dB maximum SPL with a range of 130Hz - 20kHz (-5dB) when driven by its matched d&b amplifier presets.

Cons: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers. It is meant to run from d&b amplifiers with the matching preset and is sold only through d&b dealers, so there is no retail price.

Amplifier PowerPassive speaker; requires external amplification
BluetoothNo
ConfigurationPassive 2-way installation speaker
DSPNo (passive)
Drivers4” neodymium woofer with coaxial dome tweeter
Frequency Response130Hz - 20kHz (-5dB) (manufacturer specified)
Maximum SPL115dB (manufacturer specified)
PassiveYes
RiggingM10 inserts on rear panel; optional M10 stand adapter
Weight2.2 lbs (1 kg)
XLR InputNo

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