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JL Audio C5-653

(450W Max) 6.5" Evolution C5 Series 3-Way Component Speaker System

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• Peak Power: 225W per channel
• RMS Power: 75W per channel
• Mineral Filled Polypropylene Cone
• Butyl Rubber Surround
• Silk Dome Tweeter
• Cast Alloy Frame
• Elevated Frame Cooling
• 4 ohms

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Product Highlights


• Peak Power: 225W per channel
• RMS Power: 75W per channel
• Mineral Filled Polypropylene Cone
• Butyl Rubber Surround
• Silk Dome Tweeter
• Cast Alloy Frame
• Elevated Frame Cooling
• 4 ohms

Description


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JL Audio Evolution C3 Series Convertible Speaker System
JL Audio Evolution C5 Series 3-Way Component Speaker System

Evolution™ C5 is serious product, engineered by JL Audio to meet the demands of the toughest acoustic and environmental conditions in the high-fidelity world. It is not about cute buzzwords or the exotic material of the month... it's all about making your music come alive with realism and excitement. C5 woofers and tweeters are precision-built in Germany alongside JL's flagship ZR components, incorporating their exclusive DMA-optimized motor and patented Elevated Frame Cooling technologies. Particular emphasis has been placed on off-axis response and dynamic stability which might not be that important during a five minute evaluation on a demo board, but makes all the difference when installed in your car. The system is comprised of high-end silk dome tweeters, die-cast alloy baskets, and renowned Kurt Müller designed cones and suspensions. In addition, C5 crossover networks are compact and built with premium component parts, including Mylar capacitors and segmented air-core inductors. Four levels of tweeter attenuation are provided, as well as three levels of mid-range presence adjustment, for twelve possible voicing combinations! The combination of these components provide smooth and transparent audio for the true Audiophile!


Silk Dome Tweeter

Silk Dome Tweeter

JL Audio C5 tweeters incorporate silk dome diaphragms to deliver smooth high-frequency transitions, on and off axis. Silk is a natural material with inherently good characteristics as a tweeter diaphragm. In addition to being very light in weight, silk exhibits excellent damping properties, which reduces ringing and resonances in the tweeter's passband, leading to a smooth, pleasing high frequency character free from unnatural sibilance or exaggerated brightness. This is why a Silk Dome Tweeter is preferred by many audiophiles for its overall balance. The small size of the tweeter minimizes tweeter protrusion, allowing it to easily fit behind most factory speaker grilles.

JL Audio Linearity and Control

Unparalleled Build and Precision

DMA is JL Audio's proprietary Dynamic Motor Analysis system and is aimed at improving dynamic motor behavior. As a result of DMA optimization, Evolution C5 motors remain linear in motor force over an extreme range of excursion and also maintain a highly stable fixed magnetic field in the gap over a wide power range. This leads to vastly reduced distortion and faithfully reproduced transients... or put simply: tight, clean, articulate low end. In addition, JL Audio turns to their partners at Germany's Dr. Kurt Müller & Co. for critical cone and suspension elements that provide unparalleled woofer performance.


Product Details:


 

 

 

 
  • 6.5" Evolution C5 Series 3-way Component Car Speakers
  • Power Handling:
    • Peak: 450 watts per set / 225 watts per channel
    • RMS: 150 watts per set / 75 watts per channel
  • Recommended Power Range: 25 - 150 watts per channel
  • 6.5" Woofer Specifications:
    • Mineral-Filled Polypropylene Cone
    • Butyl Rubber Surround
    • Cast Alloy Frame/Basket
    • Elevated Frame Cooling
    • Ferrite Woofer Magnet
    • 1.00" Voice Coil on Kapton Former
    • Low-Profile, Symmetrical Roll Spider
    • Dynamic Motor Analysis (DMA) Optimized Motor
  • 4" Mid-Range Specifications:
    • Mineral-Filled Polypropylene Cone
    • Butyl Rubber Surround
    • Ferrite Woofer Magnet
    • 1.00" Voice Coil on Kapton Former
    • Low-Profile, Symmetrical Roll Spider
    • Dynamic Motor Analysis (DMA) Optimized Motor
  • 0.75" Tweeter Specifications:
    • Silk Soft Dome Tweeter
    • Ferrofluid Cooling and Damping
    • Neodymium Magnet
  • 2-way Crossover Network w/ 2nd Order Low-Pass and 2nd Order High-Pass Circuit
  • Premium Mylar Capacitors w/ Air-Core Inductors
  • 4-Position Adjustable Tweeter Output Level
  • 3-position Mid-range Presence Control
  • Polyswitch Tweeter Protection
  • Black Steel Mesh Grille with An Electroformed JL Audio Logo Included
  • Woofer Dimensions:
    • Top-mount depth: 2.54"
    • Cutout Dimensions: 5.56"
  • Mid-Range Dimensions:
    • Top-mount depth: 1.62"
    • Cutout Dimensions: 3.625"
  • Tweeter Dimensions: (Flush Mount)
    • Top-mount depth: 0.56"
    • Cutout Dimensions: 1.50"
  • Crossover Dimensions:
    • Width: 4.17"
    • Height: 1.68"
    • Depth: 5.86"
  • Nominal Impedance: 4 ohm
  • Efficiency: 89.5 dB @ 1 watt / 1 meter
  • Frequency Response: 48 Hz - 25 KHz 3 dB
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty
  • Priced Per Complete 3-Way Component System:
    2 midwoofers, 2 mid-range, 2 tweeters and 2 crossover networks.

Check out the JL Audio C5-653 Owner's Manual

This item is currently not eligible for our low price guarantee. This may be due to supply constraints, manufacturer restrictions, or another reason. We're always here to help you get the best price possible so give us a call or email today. Our experts will do their best to build the system that works for you within the rules.

Specifications & Details


Speaker Specifications
Series
C5 Series
Priced Per
Pair
Speaker Size
6-1/2"
Design
3-way Component Speakers
Tweeter Design
Dome
Tweeter Size
3/4"
Tweeter Composition
Silk
Woofer Composition
Mineral-Filled Polypropylene
Woofer Surround
Butyl Rubber
Peak Power Handling
225 watts
RMS Power Handling
75 watts
Sensitivity
89.5 dB
Frequency Response
48 - 25,000 Hz
Impedance (Per Voice Coil)
4 ohms
Shallow Mount Installation
No
Number of Speakers
2 Woofers + 2 Mids + 2 Tweeters
General specifications
Marine Certified
No
Hi-Res Certified
No
Color
Black
Speaker Grilles
Yes
What is in the box?
Paperwork
User manual
WITB: Speakers
Speakers (2)
Tweeters (2)
Tweeter surface mounts (2)
Crossover networks (2)
Mounting screws (8)
Mounting clips (8)
Speaker connection cables (2)
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

C5-653

Weight:

11.70lbs

Internal SKU:

c5653

Internal Product ID:

27148

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Simply amazing!

Let's start with the alphabet:
A is for amazing,
B for brillliant,
C for can't get enough.
Get the point that the beautiful girl sitting beside you will look like Alice Cooper (mascara running) in minutes after playing Moody Blues' Gold, track 15, second CD.
Physically they don't look all that impressive but looks can be deceiving. Been in car audio for 30 years: car '91 Jetta - door/dash pods; C5-650 in rear; amps Phoenix Gold EX 4600.
Got the last set (haha). Sonics is the greatest. No brainer - get emmm!

By Wayne on September 8, 2013

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Its a good sounding setup if you have the proper install. If you dont have speaker pods or a made box design dont waste your money. If you have proper install these things are amazing. Lacks a little bit in mid bass but i have a 4,000 watt rms system. The 2 sets i have almost keep up with 4 12 in jlW7-AE. Heed my warnings on install! Otherwise jl is awesome!

By Fast Eddy on September 2, 2013

15

found this helpful.

c5 jlaudio

Great product fast shipping. Loved it. Will let trained and family know about.

By barney on August 5, 2012

12

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