DS18 6XL600-4 XL 6.5" Mid-Range Loudspeaker 300 Watts Rms 4-Ohm (each)

DS18 6XL600-4 is a 6.5" mid-range loudspeaker rated for 300W RMS (600W max), built for high-power car audio systems where clean midrange and dynamic headroom matter. With 97 dB sensitivity and a 60 Hz–12.5 kHz frequency range, it delivers articulate detail and strong presence when paired with the right crossover.

• Nominal Diameter: 6.5" / 165 mm — standard fit for 6.5" mid-range installations, making enclosure and mounting straightforward.
• Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms — typical load that balances amplifier compatibility with efficient power transfer.
• RMS Power Handling: 300 Watts — continuous power capability for sustained listening without clipping or distortion.
• MAX Power Handling: 600 Watts — peak handling for dynamic transients and program material.
• Sensitivity: 97 dB (1W/1m) — higher efficiency means louder output with less amplifier power required.
• Frequency Response: 60 Hz – 12.5 kHz — covers lower mids through treble, enabling detailed vocal and instrument reproduction when crossed correctly.
• Recommended Hi Pass Crossover: 100 Hz — blocks deep bass from reaching the mid-range, preserving clarity and reducing distortion.
• Voice Coil Diameter: 2" / 50.8 mm — larger coil aids heat dissipation and excursion handling for bass and mids.
• Basket Material: Aluminum, Satin Black — rigid framework that minimizes frame flex and unwanted vibration for cleaner sound.
• Magnet: Ferrite, 34 Oz — provides strong motor force for controlled motion and dynamic response.
• Mounting Details: Front Mount Baffle Cutout 5.9" / Depth 3.14" — fits common 6.5" openings with manageable installation depth.
• Terminals: Spring-loaded push terminals — easy, secure connections that simplify wiring and installation.
• Displacement: 0.45 L / 0.015 ft³ — modest enclosure volume helps predict ideal enclosure tuning and performance.

In a typical car audio build, the 6XL600-4 serves as a dedicated mid-range driver or as part of a multi-driver setup where articulate vocal articulation and instrument attack are crucial. Its rigid aluminum basket, ventilation for heat dissipation, and distortion-reducing design work together to maintain clarity at high output, while the 4-ohm impedance and 97 dB sensitivity enable effective pairing with a suitable amplifier and crossover to deliver clean, powerful midrange performance.