Description

Dynamic air diffusion ensures smooth cone movement and cooling

Tweeter stands

FEATURES FEATURES Image of the XS-162ES 6.5″ speaker as seen directly above Aramid fiber matrix MRC woofer The XS-162ES's center speaker baffle is made from Sony's unique Mica Reinforced Cellular (MRC) material. The stiff yet lightweight driver offers more precise movement than conventional construction materials, for a smoother, more natural sound.
Close to the aramid fibers used inside the XS-162ES 6.5″ speaker Optimal design The incorporation of MRC into an aramid fiber matrix eliminates diaphragm resonance and minimizes distortion, not only in the low but also in the mid and higher frequencies. As a result, the sound is loud at all frequencies and unusually sharp, even at high volume.
Close-up image of the XS-162ES 6.5″ woofer Split Notch Perimeter Ring The woofer's perimeter ring is another exclusive Sony technology, with distinctive curved notches that improve vertical amplitude symmetry, for dramatically reduced distortion and improved clarity.
Image of the XS-162ES 6.5″ speaker showing airflow Five-spoke frame structure and dynamic air diffusion The five-spoke design of the frame dampens reverberation, while the built-in dynamic air diffusion ensures efficient air circulation for smooth cone movement and voice coil cooling.
Close-up image of the XS-162ES 6.5″ speaker spider Progressive Coil Height SpiderThe acoustically optimized spider manages higher power and airflow, with a profile designed for faster and more precise contact with the speaker cone.
Image of the XS-162ES 6.5″ phase plug component in close-up Phase plug The reverberation damping phase plug on the XS-162ES woofer helps optimize frequency response, right up to the crossover point with the corresponding tweeters. The rigid aluminum voice coil and dynamic air diffusion further support the speaker's wide frequency response, for controlled and dynamic bass performance.
Image of XS-162ES 6.5″ speaker tweeter Tweeter for clear high notes Compatible with high-resolution audio, the soft-dome tweeter diaphragm connects directly to the voice coil and is designed to cover the very high frequencies of music, with a frequency range of up to 40 kHz.
Image of the XS-162ES 6.5″ speaker membrane capacitor element shot from above Bi-AMP Crossover with Gain Selector The high-quality crossover features an ideal lower-impedance membrane capacitor for clearer highs. The Bi-AMP design prevents current distortion in the tweeter when operating the woofer at high input levels. The dedicated gain dial helps balance the signal levels in the woofer and tweeter, with tweeter level adjustment possible even with a single amplifier.