outdoor sreakers

[zoysia]

I'm looking at getting outdoor speakers for our pool, I'm looking at the B & W WM6 speakers because of the name. Has anyone had experience
with these speakers or have any opinions on any others. I probably will be powering them with the Yamaha RX-V2600.

Randy

 

[AVRat]

They should work very well, I also recommend the Paradigm Stylus 350.

 

[LOUMFSG]

I am also looking at Outdoor speakers

I'm looking at getting outdoor speakers for our pool, I'm looking at the B & W WM6 speakers because of the name. Has anyone had experience
with these speakers or have any opinions on any others. I probably will be powering them with the Yamaha RX-V2600.

Randy

I am also looking for outdoor speakers for my patio. I currently have a BIC Venturi system indoors, and I like the sound, so I was considering the BIC Adatto DV52si's. I also have been looking at Yamaha NS-AW150's or NS-AW350's.

With a 6.5" woofer and 1" tweeter, and a frequency response of 45Hz-40kHz, the Yamaha NS-AW350 seems to be the most full-sounding of the bunch. And it looks like they can be had for about $100 shipped online.

 

[johsti]

I'm looking for some patio speakers also. Those Yamaha's look like a pretty good deal. They also include mounting brackets. There is also the JBL N26, but they cost more and don't include mounting hardware.

I just want some background noise for bbqing etc.. I won't be doing any critical listening in my backyard.

 

[zoysia]

I might go listen to the yamaha speakers today.

Randy

 

[LOUMFSG]

if you do, let us know what you think

I might go listen to the yamaha speakers today.

Randy

I'm particularly interested in how much difference there is between the 150's and the 350's.

 

[RLA]

Hello All

For large areas a horn design like the Klipsch All Weather series is hard to beat due to their dynamic capabilities and wide dispersion

For value/performance you would be hard pressed to find a line that is better than these at about $155pr street

Weather resistant design with powder coated aluminum grille

UV treated, high impact ABS composite enclosure to resist sun fade & long term exposure to the elements

Powder coated aluminum ratcheting mounting bracket included

Brass enclosure inserts accept universal style mounting hardware (not included)

125 watts maximum power handling

6 1/2" metallic anodized injection-molded cone woofer with rubber surround

1" metallic anodized liquid-cooled aluminum dome tweeter

Frequency response: 55Hz - 20KHz

12dB per octave electro-acoustic crossover design

Weather resistant five-way binding post input terminals

Dimensions: 8" W x 12 7/8" H x 7 1/ 4" D
Weight: 17.12 lbs

Hope this helps

 

[zoysia]

Just got back from best buy. yamaha 350's are missing from midrange and subwoofer. The 150's were not able to demo.

The Klipsch Synergy Series KHO-7 sounded very good. They are $349 though.
After listening I would pay the extra money for them. You could probably find them cheaper on the internet. I would encourage you to listen to the yamaha vs. Klipsch before buying. At my Bestbuy you could just press a button to switch speakers. I used the same cd and receiver to demo both, I just kept switching back and forth. I also listened to bose and another brand called Hometech(?). Nothing was in the ballpark compared to the Klipsch.

There is big difference between outdoor speakers.

The Klipsch have a much fuller range,including a deeper bass even though they use a smaller sub.
Please demo before you buy.

 

[LOUMFSG]

Thanks for the feedback, zoysia

Just got back from best buy. yamaha 350's are missing from midrange and subwoofer. The 150's were not able to demo.

The Klipsch Synergy Series KHO-7 sounded very good. They are $349 though.
After listening I would pay the extra money for them. You could probably find them cheaper on the internet. I would encourage you to listen to the yamaha vs. Klipsch before buying. At my Bestbuy you could just press a button to switch speakers. I used the same cd and receiver to demo both, I just kept switching back and forth. I also listened to bose and another brand called Hometech(?). Nothing was in the ballpark compared to the Klipsch.

There is big difference between outdoor speakers.

The Klipsch have a much fuller range,including a deeper bass even though they use a smaller sub.
Please demo before you buy.

Thanks for the feedback. I will try to get to BestBuy myself and have a listen - I'll tell you what I think once I do

 

[LOUMFSG]

Thanks for the advice, Ray . . .

Hello All

For large areas a horn design like the Klipsch All Weather series is hard to beat due to their dynamic capabilities and wide dispersion

For value/performance you would be hard pressed to find a line that is better than these at about $155pr street

Weather resistant design with powder coated aluminum grille

UV treated, high impact ABS composite enclosure to resist sun fade & long term exposure to the elements

Powder coated aluminum ratcheting mounting bracket included

Brass enclosure inserts accept universal style mounting hardware (not included)

125 watts maximum power handling

6 1/2" metallic anodized injection-molded cone woofer with rubber surround

1" metallic anodized liquid-cooled aluminum dome tweeter

Frequency response: 55Hz - 20KHz

12dB per octave electro-acoustic crossover design

Weather resistant five-way binding post input terminals

Dimensions: 8" W x 12 7/8" H x 7 1/ 4" D
Weight: 17.12 lbs

Hope this helps

Ray - great suggestion. A few questions: What is the impedance of these speakers? Is the weight of 17 lbs for the pair (as opposed to each)? I did a quick search, and did not find them available online. What is the specific model number and who carries these speakers?

Also, in looking around, I found Pyle PDWR63 speakers, which actually seem to have fairly similar specs to the Klipsch. Do you have any experience with the Pyle outdoor speakers, and how would you compare them to the Klipsch?

Finally, I have one more question for you. I am going to be placing two pairs of speakers outside my home. One will be mounted to the house for the patio/deck area. A second pair will go away from the house in a seating area, and our landscape designer recommended getting faux-rock speakers to blend in with the landscaping. Do you have any recommendations for good bang-for-the-buck rock speakers?

I saw in another thread that you are having back problems. I wish you a speedy and full recovery.

 

[SamAV]

I have Niles OS-20 speakers on my screen porch and have been extremely happy with them. Built to milspec yet sound like a higher end indoor bookshelf. See if you can find some to listen to.

 

[zoysia]

My parents have niles in-wall speakers in there house and they sound really good. I'll have to look at them. Are they really expensive?

 

[DTRUTH]

Ray - I did a quick search, and did not find them available online. What is the specific model number and who carries these speakers?

Look for NXG Technology - NX-PRO6000W

 

[LOUMFSG]

Thanks, DTruth

Look for NXG Technology - NX-PRO6000W

I was actually able to figure that out, as I could make out the letters "NXG" on the thumbnail, and did a search from there.

Is NXG related to Klipsch (owned by same parent company)?

 

[Snap]

NXG's are great speakers for LOW money! I have used them several times.

If you want the best outdoor speaker IMHO Niles hands down. They are the only ones that have held up on beach houses down here on the coast. Wonderful speakers, top notch!

 

[johsti]

What about these? The price is right, and Dayton seems to put out some decent products for a small price.

partsexpress. com part # 310-068

edit: I guess I can't post links

 

[zoysia]

Ended up buying the Klipsch AW-650 for the main speakers and the Klipsch AW-800-SW for the subwoofer. I ordered speaker wire from westlake as read in a separate post. Now I'm just waiting for them to arrive. These speakers are a step up from the Klipsch Synergy Series KHO-7 . A friend got me a great deal on them. Can't wait to try them. Thanks for the input all.

Randy

 

[mazersteven]

I have Niles OS-20 speakers on my screen porch and have been extremely happy with them. Built to milspec yet sound like a higher end indoor bookshelf. See if you can find some to listen to.

I also second the Niles speakers.

And take a look at these from Speakercraft. The WeatherCraft Series.

http://www.speakercraft.com/our_products/wc/index.htm

And believe it or not, these sound good. Speakercraft Rox Landscape Speakers

http://www.speakercraft.com/our_products/rox/index.htm

www.speakercraft.com

 

[RLA]

Ended up buying the Klipsch AW-650

The AW-650's will rock your world and then some

 

[zoysia]

I haven't heard them yet, only the synergy series and they sounded good. Friend got me such a good deal I bought the sub also. Have you heard them?

Randy