Car Audio Speakers Review: Polk Audio DB6501 6.5-Inch 2-Way Component System (Pair, Silver)

Product Details

Item Weight: 1 pounds
Shipping Weight: 11 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
ASIN: B000P0R6LQ
Item model number: AA6551-A

By : Polk Audio
Price : $116.60
You Save : $123.35 (51%)

Product Description

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Polk's new 2007 db Series is better than ever with superior looks and even better sound--at prices that make high performance affordable to everyone. The db6501 is a 6.5-inch two-way component system that works well in OEM factory systems, as well as with high-powered aftermarket head units and component power amps.

High performance that's affordable to everyone. Click to enlarge.

The butyl rubber surround won't fall apart under the stress of extreme temperatures, sunlight or time.

A vented crossover housing gives you a choice of hidden wire channels for easier, more professional-looking installs.
Marine CertifiedPolk db Series speakers are built tough to withstand the toughest environments so they are perfect for use in boats of all types. That's why Correct Craft offers Polk Audio speakers in their award-winning Nautiques ski and wakeboarding boats.
TweetersThe 25mm liquid-cooled silk/polymer composite dome tweeter with neodymium magnet provide clear, detailed highs.
Flush and surface mount swivel cups allow placement flexibility for soundstage optimization in your vehicle.
Mid/WoofersThe 6.5-inch woofers feature a dynamic balance polymer/mica composite mineral-filled cone, which is stiff yet lightweight, for big sound with little distortion. The butyl rubber surround won't fall apart under the stress of extreme temperatures, sunlight or time, for years of the great Polk sound.
The woofer's low-mass, two-layer 25mm Kapton voice coil former ensures high power handling and great reliability. Although Katpon handles plenty of heat, a pole plate heat sink promotes better heat dissipation.
A flat spider provides faster, longer excursion linear motion, and the flexible woven leads are sewn directly into Spider for greater reliability.
Finally, the backbone--a rock solid, acoustically inert stamped steel basket finished in rustproof Gun Metal Gray.
InstallationThe supplied adaptor rings enable the db6501 to fit both 6-1/2-inch and 6-3/4-inch applications, ensuring an easy fit in everything from domestics to imports including VWs and Audis, BMWs and other European imports.
The tough-looking ABS Grilles are computer optimized and based on exclusive MOMO designs, and stainless steel mounting hardware is included.
CrossoverThe 2nd-order Butterworth outboard crossover helps get you component system sound at a coaxial price. Electronic tweeter protection keeps your tweeters from accidental abuse for reliable, high-output sound, and the vented crossover housing gives you a choice of hidden wire channels for easier, more professional-looking installs.
System Specs

Overall Frequency Response: 35Hz-23kHz
Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms
Power Handling (continuous): 100 Watts
Power Handling (peak): 300 Watts
Efficiency: 92 dB

One-Year WarrantyThis system is covered by Polk Audio's one year parts ; labor warranty.
What's in the BoxWoofers (pair), Tweeters (pair), Crossovers (pair), Mounting Hardware, Speaker Cable, User's Manual
Polk's new 2007 db Series is better than ever with superior looks and even better sound--at prices that make high performance affordable to everyone. The db6501 is a 6.5-inch two-way component system that works well in OEM factory systems, as well as with high-powered aftermarket head units and component power amps.

Polk Audio DB6501 6.5-Inch 2-Way Component System (Pair, Silver)

Technical Details

6.5-inch component system with pair each of woofers, tweeters, crossovers
Woofers feature polymer/mica composite cone with butyl rubber surround, Kapton voice coil former
25mm liquid-cooled silk/polymer composite dome tweeters with neodymium magnet for clear, detailed highs
Two-way Butterworth outboard crossover with vented housing, electronic tweeter protection circuit
Adaptor Rings make it easy to fit the db6501 in 6-1/2 inch and 6-3/4 inch applications

Customer Reviews

I installed these as a part of the first car audio upgrade I have done since I was in the 10th grade (10 years ago). I wasn't even going to bother with a car audio upgrade unless it could play on the same field as my home stereo. The home stereo is a pair of Polk Monitor 70s, a Denon receiver, and a Martin Logan Dynamo sub. Obviously a tall order.
Powered by an Alpine MRP-F600 amp, these speakers produce excellent, clear sound at any volume. From the inhale of a vocalist to a loud trumpet, at social listening volume to beyond ear-damaging levels, these speakers reproduce the source faithfully.
Installation note: The speaker adapter brackets have a lot of tabs on them to fit a variety of factory mounting points. In some installations you will need to remove the extra tabs so they don't interfere with the door panel. THESE TABS EASILY SNAP OFF BY HAND! I was a dope and didn't realize this at first, so instead of snapping the tabs off I spent 20 minutes making a mess cutting them off with a Dremel. =D

You could tell a lot about a product just by seeing the type of packaging it came in. But for Polk Audio, the name alone tells you it's a great product. They were easy to install, came with all the necessary hardware, look great, and most importantly, sound excelent. Crisp, smooth highs and natural sounding mids ; vocals even when pushed hard. Bottom line, great sounding speakers at a great price!