Top 6.5" Co-Ax Car Audio Speakers under $200. 

I love these comparison videos! The pioneer, focal and Memphis did not disappoint! Maybe do a video with alpine X and some other high end models next!

This speaker comparison is one of the best ive ever seen….heard. Different styles of music and the time stamps, its almost like listening to the speakers in a store, if you have good headphones. You can hear the difference clearly. Good job! 👍

I love these Pioneer. after those the Memphis. great Video!!

CONGRATULATIOS GREAT GREAT VIDEO THE REAL SOU D & QUALITY 1: JBL 2:PIONEER 3:FOCAL 4:BLAM 🎼🎵💯✔️

Those pioneers sound nice. An then memphis. Focal sound a little tiny...fosgate sound dull. The rest just sound flat.an need eq to get the best out of em...I'm partial to memphis doe have a set on mclass 5x7 I been running for years that sound great with no eq just flat.

Man I was about to buy Focal but JBL caught me of guard. May to rethink it now between JBL & Pioneer. My big system I’m running Deaf Bounce and Sundown. I used to run Hybrid Audio. So I would love to hear a Infinity Kappa test.

Low in the doors, Rockford will probably image best, and ultimately sound best.

for people new like me the last ones are for edm music just fyi it goes country then other music then edm so just fyi

Need help in picking a component from below options Audison APK 165 Polk Audio DB6502 JL audio C1 Steg Leo 650 Morel maximo ultra

pioneer kicks ass

Blam, JBL, and then the Pioneer Z-Series.

Could you guys do a comparison video with infinity kappas? In my opinion they are right up there with focal speakers in terms of quality.

I'm surprised Hertz or Helix wasn't in the mix.

That Pioneer is the best one out of the batch. I just purchased an 09 Suburban without the Bose System and the OEM speakers are horrible😂most people have mids in the door and subwoofers in the back, but I want a full range door speaker and I think for the price, the JBL sounds amazing! I’m thinking of the JBL 625sq 6.5s going into the doors.

Can we get a best 6x9 and a best 4" two way

I have listened to this over and over again and it is by far the best of its kind and has also helped me come to terms with what I really want from a speaker. I have come to the conclusion that I would like the Rockford Fosgate's for their clarity and I was surprised that they didn't do well with the first piece of music. Do these Rockford F's compare favourably with the less powerful P1650's? Finally, and thank you for this great vid, what is the name of the last piece of music please?

1. Pioneer 2. Rockford others can't even play without distortions last track.

Pioneer all the way

Hello Sir I'm new to your channel. I just want to ask for advice. I've got 4th gen Camaro with blown speakers (typical issue in Fbody). I've got factory Monsoon system so Blam with their 2Ohm impedance will be a perfect match and they're easy to get in Europe. I was thinking about Relax Series, but Blam doesn't sell their 165mm/6.5" woofers alone which should fit behind sail panel. Should I buy two sets of Blam 165RS/RX or i can fit Blam 210mm R8EL Woofer without hacking stock mounting point and sail panel itself? In theory I could fit 165RC speaker but twitter in this particular speaker wouldn't work with monsoon amplifier in this location as this channel is only dedicated to Woofers.

Blam Express vs Hertz cento pro cpk 165. Which one will be good for amp and without amp

Infinity Reference?

Blam and jbl the best sound

Great video. I have a Sony DSX-GS80. Just curious, my vehicle has 4x 6.5 spots for speakers. What would you reccomend to match that head units power since it is slighty different from a normal head unit? Thank you.

Where are the jls?

memphis 👍🏼

Tf is with that thumbnail

to me focal is overrated cmon!!!

Really impressed with the pioneers, they sound really high end. Tweets are pronounced without being harsh, midbass and vocals are also really impressed. BlAM is also inprsssive. Going to get me a set of pioneers for my Volvo now, thank you!

The Blam speakers sounded best to me, particularly on vocal passages. So much clearer and articulate.

I think pioneer and jbl both blew my mind but I must say I hated the focal it sounded dead and I really thought they would be one of the best and kicker had the lows covered but not the best tweeter

Pioneer sounds every single notes mids highs and beats crystal clear ammazingly❤it

The BLAM has the most bass sound carry out of all of them, Pioneer & Memphis are a really close choice for me...!

15:50 I was listening with a pair of Sennheiser HD 650s with an external DAC and AMP. The Pioneer plays this song at with a good neutral level. I do not hear any unwanted vibrations. I can only hear the song, not the speaker. Not too bright and not too muddy. Nice!

Great video amongst a sea of you tube nonsense. The focals are like a body builder that doesnt do legs. The upper looks superb, but the bottom half is puny. Pioneer had the most dynamic sound of the group. These are important differences when you introduce them into a door, which typically have suboptimal acoustics compared to an enclosed box. JBL also dynamic but you could hear a tinge of distortion creeping in. Kickers sounded worst. The pioneer line is actually very good at all price points below 500 dollars, be it component or three way. Z-Series TS-Z65CH 6-1/2 component set up is best at its price point. Some could argue Infinity Kappa components, but it comes down to personal preference. Kappas are 3 ohm, pioneers are 4 ohm, the latter being the safer option if you are using factory amp that came with your auto.

Which ones sounded best to me depended on the type of music that as playing. Some were good on some content and not as good on other content. If I had to pick I would say overall 1. Pioneer 2. Blam (a surprise for me) 3. Memphis (highs were a little to bright at times though) 4. JBL 5. Kicker 6. Focal 7. Rockford

As much I like fosgate I put it last all of the others are virtual draw in my book. Biggest surprise came from the Pioneers and the Blam's.

Excellent video. Earned me as a new subscriber. Most of us have no way of comparing these speakers before buying. I never knew how different each brand could be from the other. And you're absolutely right that the tastes are very personal. I was surprised that I didn't like the Focals at all. But I really liked the JBL's. My order would be... 1. JBL 2. Kicker 3. Rockford Fosgate 4. Blam 5. Pioneer 6. Focal Not rating Memphis cause I mostly skipped their tracks.

Mannnn they all sound so much better than my stock speakers 😅 I can't wait to upgrade

Pioneer and JBL stood out by a wide margin to my ears. Pioneer very smooth and refined, JBL had far more impact in the snare hits but was a little more rough sounding.

i really like these kind of videos, thanks for this. i think the pioneer edge out everything else in my opinion.

Listening with Audio Technics m50 headphones.I say for my taste and ears ---Pioneer hands down by good amount.

on the second song focal did outstanding

In all of the sound demos I have listened to in these videos, I am torn between the Memphis and Focals more than any of the others. I wonder how good either brand would sound in a 07 honda crv

definitely got to say my two was the pioneer Z and the JBL's, The BIAM also was good and i felt probably the loudest tested. The Focal's also sounded good but had a very flat response which is probably better to some but i like the richness sound from the pioneer and jbl like mentioned previously.

In this order for me best to less Blam Pioneer Jbl Memphis Focal Kicker Rockford

I liked a different speaker for each song. Lol

Not a memphis fan, but it beat out all the other speakers. Thanks for the video

Can you tell men what are your opinions about the Polk Audio DB652 and DB6502. I bought those two snd haven’t installed un my crv but i want to know if i should buy another set for the price.

I have Memphis those Blams are too freaking awesome nice clear mid range

Josh ! Just found your channel, and really enjoy how you present pretty objectively. In contrast, look at Comments, definitely proof that everyone hears ‘differently’. Maybe some hearing loss from listening to music LOUD, or going to a lot of concerts ? 🤔 Anyway, back to the vid, it really helped give me a foundation of brands to narrow to, eliminating others … DESPITE the fact that I will be buying Components. I prefer the separation, fidelity, and more immersive experience. As you had stated, A Lot of brands/series were left out, otherwise the vid would take an hour. But, brand-to-brand, this helped. Am I making a mistake by that broad of a generalization ? Are Components not easily inferred from these models tested ? When I want a Technical Review, I Love Williston Labs’ channel. You’re my go to for clear overview, and objective comparisons. If making these is something that you want to make a Big part of your business, may I suggest vids on tiers: Budget, Moderate, Top Flight. Then, presenting your Top Five or Ten, based upon your expertise, or overall … (?). Your educational vids are also Great. I’d love to see more on speaker types (my preference is ROUND & Components … Always). I think that oval speakers were just developed out of necessity ‘back in the day’ to fit in back shelf, but stayed because people still BUY THEM. But, Round are better from simple physics. The cone is to move air, or simply move, and symmetry (round) is functionally more efficient. An oval cone Cannot move as uniformly. Last, I’ve read that Passive crossovers “rob” quite a bit of power going to speakers. Are Active XOs appreciably Better ? Been looking at DSPs from PRV, Stetsom, Taramps, for example. Anyway, I’ll keep watching, in hopes that some vids come in addressing my personal Favs: (Round) Components, Multi-channel Class D amps. I’d Love it if I hear back, either DM or Replying. Regardless, Great Vids !

Pioneer in my opinion sounded the best. Very clear and little distortion.

Thank you so much for this. This is so well done! I haven't tried any speaker comparisons since doing my old car around 2018ish and this video was so helpful. It also jogged my memory of my impression of brands i listened to in the past. My ears still do not like kicker, think focal is highly overrated, and in that second song i was ready to throw blam in the trash. The Rockfords sounded the cleanest to me but i do like pioneers and appreciate their fullness. The only thing that surprised me was i like Memphis more than i thought i would. I give those 3rd place. Thanks again!

First like first comment.. I will upgrade my speakers. Front doors habe 6.5 inch alpine type G rears s55. Thanks for guide us. I liked pioneer but need to think about other variants of alpine as well.

My audio test puts them in this order 1)Pioneer 2)Memphis 3)Blam 4)JBL 5)Focal 6)Kicker 7)Rockford Fosgate

The Focal ones sounded like some 10 dollar speakers, bad overall

The Rockford sounded worst my opinion was expecting more from the blam. And liked the Jbl and Memphis most depending on class of music playing.

Dear, I have a Volkswagen Polo aw (2018) and have installed the composet for vw in the front doors. Which of these do you recommend for the rear doors without an amp? Ps: i am an bass/hiphop lover 😄

The BEST comparison I have seen!! More like this is what we need. Thanks

All are great speakers, and you can't really go wrong with any of the pairs, but, to truly immerse yourself in a clean, powerful music, you should buy a subwoofer.

Well...I've already got the clubsq so no going back now, but not dissapointed after seeing this great video. Pioneer is impressive though! Some advantages to a 3ohm speaker and high sensitivity though, smart by jbl.

BLAMS MEMPHIS FACAL AND KICKER . PIONEER sounds great too but not my first choice .

Ok I like those pioneers the best what 6x9’s would you recommend to go with those? I’m run them without a amp at first with Sony ax6000 receiver

Memphis for me.

Thank God a human being as opposed to a computer generated voice........

Man, that second song really threw in a curveball. The Blam sounded so good with vocals, but the midbass buzzing was awful. It's the ONLY song the Kicker shined on. That Pioneer is really surprising. And the Memphis sounds great, but too bright up top for me. With a -6db drop, they might be perfect

1-jbl 2-rockford 3-pioneer 4-blam The rest i dont care 😂

I feel you missed some better speakers than what you have here

The website in the link is soo broken cant even use the option to look up speakers for my dedicated vehicle

I am looking at upgrading the 6.5 ceiling speakers in the motorhome I just bought, and I am wondering what considerations I should keep in mind when I choose the equipment for that space. Also, if you have mounted an amp to play off of the driver's head unit, where did you put it?

I was hoping that you'd switch the focal tweeters between flat and high so we could hear the difference.

so if im just running a aftermarket head unit which one should be the best

Okay you got me. I'm officially into BLAM. Going to try and get some from your site soon. Just curious, I'd like to get a BLAM sub as well but can't find anything online. Do you have them or will you be getting them any time soon? Absolutely love the content man. Keep it up!.

Escucho que en los BLAM suena algo como el cono o algún componente suelto !

What are the best 6x9 and 6.5 in speakers I can get for under 150 a pair that would work well with the Sony XMS400D? If anyone has knowledge I’d greatly appreciate it I’m not looking for speakers with well rounded sound and a nice tweeter that doesn’t over shine. Any help I’d appreciate thank you!

Guess we do all have different taste and hearing lol. I liked the Focals, Blams and Kicker the most. Listened with Sennheiser PXC550 headphones

DS18 PRO-ZT6 6.5s are the shit. I had Infinity 6.5s and at 80rms they sounded good. the ds18s with the same power sound louder and more crisp.

Great informative vid, but I’m in the market for a set of 6.5 2-ways with tweeter

Thank you so much. You do a fantastic job comparing all of the equipment in detail. Which will make my decision easier~

Awesome reviews.. I love the kicker speakers so just bought 4. great sound for my hearing impaired self.

Memphis, Blam, Pioneer

1.JBL 2. Memphis Audio 3. Pioneer The BLAMs were the worst by far. Disappointed in Kicker. Amazing speaker test though for sure!

From casual observer point of view: Pioneer was most neutral. Focal, Blam were better reserved and cohesive, europeanish. JBL sounded most spacious. Rockford and then Kicker was the most rambunctious and great for rock,metal. Memphis just kind of hit every spot not too much and not too little. At this price point, detail retrieval and time/space separation are about the same for all of them. Just my opinion.

The RFs sound very muted on the higher frequencies. Memphis’ and Focal sound most neutral and better, JBL not far behind along with the Pioneers. But the RF sounds the worst from this bunch.

Could anyone tell me, please...the first song, what is the song title and who's the singer or band? To my ears and also my music preference, these would be: 1. Blam &/or Pioneer 2. JBL &/or Memphis 3. Focal Kicker & Rockford not that musical, sound dull in opposite way with each brand funnily enough....

How does the newer JBL Club 64SQ compare to the Club 625SQ? Looks to be a newer model but is it actually improved?

Really wish you would talk about the crossover on these speakers. In particular the ones that have true 2 way crossovers (inductor for woofer and cap for tweeter). Also all these speakers are between 100 n 200usd. None under 100usd. To me best coax under 100 are alpine s-s65 and polk db652

Man rockford, you guys make amazing amps but those entry level speakers are very boring to listen to. I think that's the worst crime for an aftermarket speaker is to be bland. I Hate to be negative but I was just really surprised by the turn out

I have a question I currently have a component set of the kicker CS and I would like to replace the tweeter with the kicker KS tweeter. Is it possible for me to not run into any issues in terms of final impedance to the amplifier.

I got to say Rockford and focal sound the best to me great test 😊

I'd like to mention that the Jl Audio C1 650 series coaxials are awesome for the money

Have to say, overall, the Pio's win for overall uncolored tonal qualify and accuracy, followed by Focal, then Memphis, then, well take your pick.

Pioneer JBL Focal Rockford

My fav believe or not was pioneer. I also liked Memphis, these were the most versatile in music types. The focal impressed me on the first track but its yet accurate bass was overpowering. On any EQ and CO all these can be made to sound as desired but there were a few that had their cones that showed residual vibrations and kinda lost its shape through deflection.

Hard to pick a winner between the Focal and the Memphis Audio. The Kicker sounds the least musical, by far. If they fit my car, I might have to get the MAs. Being convertible just puts them over the top & my litte base Suburu has a place for 1" tweeters.

Torn between the Pioneer and Memphis...not impressed by the JBL's and had high hopes as I am a Hardon Karmon fan.

Infinity REF-6532IX are better then most of these at a way cheaper price

I'm new to this channel it's informative and awesome presentation. But every time I see "breakers" combined with your energy I have to ask...Back in the day did you break? This is a real question

Focal and RF sounded best for me

@ 13:42 Are the Blams buzzing here? I know its on the Pioneer sample (so in the song), but seems like its making the Blams buzz.

for everyone picking pioneer, did no one hear the vibrations on the second song? i heard it from that one and the blam speaker. i just dont see it, ill take the Memphis over pioneer on this one.