Speakers
Custom built-in speakers come in a variety of sizes, shapes from many speaker manufacturers. Let's review speaker types and our recommendations.
You see round speakers in the ceiling and rectangular speakers in vertical walls; 6 1/2" size for a average size room and 8" for very large rooms. Standard speaker layout will include 3-in the front of the room and 2- in the back plus optional sub-woofer (5.1 system). For our built-in speakers, we like Proficient Audio's premium series which have excellent frequency response and attractive pricing.
As an alternative to the built-in speakers, Yamaha offers the Digital Sound Bar speaker which electronically simulates multiple room speakers. The Digital Sound Bar is a less expensive option than multiple room speakers and is often found on the wall under the TV. These units have integrated amplifiers, eliminating the cost of this component.
You will also want to consider the optional sub-woofer for your system. We like Yamaha's new slim, shelf size units which sound great and eliminate the bulky floor sub-woofers. Don't forget outdoor speakers for your patio or pool area - great for enjoying and entertaining outside in warmer climates. Give us a call at 1-800-833-8080, we will be pleased to advise further.
In-Ceiling Speakers
Model C620
- 6 1/2" Round Polypolene Woofer
- 1" Pivoting Silk Tweeter
- 36Hz - 20kHz Response
- White, paintable grill covers
Our most popular round ceiling speaker with wide frequency response and power handling usually found only in far more expensive speakers. This model is our most asked for speaker in our installation packages and we feel you will not find higher performance and value anywhere from a highly repected and major international speaker manufacturer, Proficient Audio Systems of Riverside, CA.
Note there are no paper parts in these products so are perfect for beach and lake areas with more humid climates. Perfect model for average to larger size rooms. Suggested Retail Price $285.00 pair.
Model C640
- 6 1/2" Round Graphite Woofer
- 1" Pivoting Aluminum Tweeter
- 32Hz - 22kHz Response
- Bass / treble contour switches
- White, paintable grill covers
Popular up-graded speaker for even greater frequency response and power handling. Good choice for the advanced receivers like the $1,199.95 Yamaha RXV1800 and above. You pay about $30.00 over the Model C620. For very critical listing this is an important upgrade. Suggested Retail Price $360.00 pair.
Model C800
- 8" Round Graphite Woofer
- 1" Pivoting Aluminum Tweeter
- 28Hz - 22kHz Response
- Bass / treble contour switches
- White, paintable grill covers
Up-sized speaker with ever more advanced specs but with same graphite and aluminum construction materials found in the C640. The larger 8" size is perfect for very large Grand Rooms or Media Rooms where your sound tracts have lound precussion or action segments. About $45.00 more than the smaller C640 model. Suggested Retail Price $435.00 pair.
In-Wall Speakers
Model W670
- 6 1/2" Round Polyvalence Woofer
- 1" Pivoting Silk Tweeter
- 36Hz - 20kHz Response
- Bass / treble contour switches
- White, pain table grill covers
Like our most popular round C620, the W670 is our most popular in-wall rectangular speaker. Great for 3-speaker systems mounted left, right and under a wall mounted TV or when wall speakers are preferred over ceiling speakers or your ceiling is slanted or cathedral precluding mounting any speaker in the ceiling.. Perfect size for the average to larger size room. Although, wall speakers are considered better for improved ear level sound; out-of -sight round ceiling speakers are preferred 80% of the time by our customers. Suggested Retail Price $285.00 pair.
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Model W680
- 6 1/2" Round Graphite Woofer
- 1" Pivoting Aluminum Tweeter
- 32Hz - 22kHz Response
- Bass / treble contour switches
- White, pain table grill covers
Up-graded rectangular speakers for greater frequency response like our C640. Good choice for the advance, high end receivers. Suggested Retail Price $360.00 pair.
Subwoofers
Subwoofer speakers have changed considerably from the big cube box which was placed on the floor. Now you can choose from a slim-line model only 6" deep to place flat against a wall or under an end table. The newest models are sized to fit on the shelf with your other components. Finally, is the traditional cube model is selected for the ultimate bass boost. You have the choice of flat, shelf or cube to best fit your room layout.
Model YST-FSW1000 Slim-line Sub-woofer
- 100W Amplifier
- 35 - 160Hz Response
- 15-3/4" x 14-3/4" x 6-3/16"
- Available in Black or Silver
Slim style floor sub-woofer can be placed against the wall or behind a sofa to get those low notes through out the room. Our best value.
Model YST-FSW050 Shelf Sub-woofer
- 100W Amplifier
- 35 - 160Hz Response
- 13-3/4" x 6-7/8" x 13-3/4"
- Available in Black
New design allows placement on a shelf along with your other components. Keeps the floor free. Very popular and our favorite.
Model YST-FSW150 Shelf Sub-woofer
- 130W Amplifier
- 30 - 160Hz Response
- 17-1/8" x 5-15/16" x 13-3/4"
- Available in Black
Upgraded with higher base response, allows placement on a shelf along with your other components. Keeps the floor free. Yamaha’s latest technologies and down-firing design. Great with the advanced receiver models or when you want greater bass from your system.
Model YST-RSW300 Cubic floor style 270-watt Sub-woofer
- 270W Amplifier
- 20 - 160Hz Response
- 14-5/8" x 15-3/4" x 16-7/6"
- Available in Black
Traditional high performance subwoofer with Yamaha's latest technologies, including PWM Digital Drive Amplifier, Advanced YST II, Linear Port and front-firing design resulting in dynamic power of 270W and incredible sound clarity. Our best model.
Bookshelf Speakers
Model BA5 - Bookshelf Speakers (left & right)
- 6 1/2" Round Polypolene Woofer
- 1" Aluminum Tweeter
- 37Hz - 22kHz Response
- 14 1/4"W x 8"H x 12 1/8"D
- Mat Black Case & Grill Cover
If you have built-in cabinets or a custom shelving unit, these high spec speakers will be the perfect choice. Bookshelf speakers are usually matched in the back of the room with in-ceiling speakers like the round C620 model, or in-wall speakers like the retangular W670 model.
Model BA54 - Center Bookshelf Speaker
- 6 1/2" Round Polypolene Woofer
- 1" Aluminum Tweeter
- 37Hz - 22kHz Response
- 14 1/4"W x 8"H x 12 1/8"D
- Mat Black Case & Grill Cover
Perfect match for the left and right NFM6 speakers above. Lower profile for center placement on a shelf under or over the TV. Designed to best reproduce voice and other center channel audio.
Outdoor Speakers
Model AW400
- 4" polypropylene woofer
- 3/4" Pivoting DomeTweeter
- 55Hz - 20kHz Response
- Swivel Bracket
- Black or white
Weather proof outdoor speakers sized for a smaller patios and balconies or when sound needs to be kept low. Black or White. Bracket included.
Model AW525
- 5 1/4" polypropylene woofer
- 1" Pivoting DomeTweeter
- 45Hz - 20kHz Response
- Swivel Bracket
- Black or white
Weather proof outdoor speakers sized for back yards and larger patios. Black or White. Shown without the included mounting bracket. Excellent value and our most asked for as this model is the right size for most home settings.
Model AW650
- 6 1/2" polypropylene woofer
- 1" Pivoting DomeTweeter
- 37Hz - 20kHz Response
- Swivel Bracket
- Black or white
Weather proof outdoor speakers sized for very large backyards and pool areas. Shown without the included mounting bracket. Excellent when higher volume is needed.. Black or White.
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