Finding good speakers for small outdoor venues that blend with the environment is easier said than done, especially ones that sound good, look nice, and don’t cost a fortune. However, we are here to review one such pair of speakers that meet all of these qualifications, the Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers.
Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers
The Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers are really nice outdoors speakers that come in at a fairly reasonable price, and also have killer sound quality.
Who is this product for?
The Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers are made for small to medium-size outdoor venues. For instance, they make for great speakers to put on the patio of a restaurant, they could be used for small concerts, and they can be used to complete that awesome pool party. They really aren’t personal indoor speakers, although nothing is technically stopping you from using them as such.
What’s included?
When you purchase the Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers, this is exactly what you get and nothing else. They are 2 very high-quality speakers with a UV-resistant and weatherproof design, ones made to look like rocks, either granite or sandstone depending on the model you choose.
Overview of features
The Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers are really good speakers for any kind of outdoor venue or even just a backyard. One of the reasons for this is because these speakers feature a totally weatherproof cover.
For one, they feature a UV-resistant cover, so they won’t degrade due to exposure to sunlight. Moreover, they can also handle both very hot and cold temperatures, plus they are moisture-proof, so being out in the rain won’t make any difference. In this sense they are very durable.
Also, keep in mind that these speakers come in a dark grey granite or a golden yellow sandstone finish. The fact that they look like rocks also means that they blend in well with all sorts of outdoors settings, making them perfect for restaurants, backyard parties, and more.
One of the only real issues is that there is no real weatherproof way to connect them; in other words, there are some wires and cables that are going to be exposed to the elements.
Something that is also worth mentioning about the Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers is that they feature a dual tweeter design, which means that both speakers can play both left and right stereo signals, something which not many other speakers can handle.
At the same time, these speakers can also be wired for mono output, which is useful if you want to hook up several pairs of these speakers to an amp, so you can cover a very large area with crisp, loud, and clear sound.
Speaking of sound quality, the Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers definitely have good sound quality. They feature 6.5-inch dual voice coil polymer woofers and dual ¾-inch polymer dome tweeters.
They have a great bass sound, they can handle vocals well, and both highs and lows are crystal clear. These may not be the most expensive speakers, but they do still sound very nice. Keep in mind that you will need to connect them to an amp and a power receiver to make them work.
Tutorial
There is not all that much to know about using these Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers. They need to be connected to an amp and a power receiver, but there’s not much else to know.
Everything is controlled through the amp, as these speakers have no controls on their own. They are outdoor speakers, but if possible, try to put them somewhere that doesn’t see too much rainfall.
Pros
- Great bass and vocals
- Can play left and right stereo signals
- Can be wired for mono sound
- UV resistant and waterproof
- Come in a couple of different colors
Cons
Connections are not weatherproof
Alternatives
Yamaha NS-AW150BL 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Speakers
The Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers are really only outdoor speakers, that is unless you don’t mind having what looks like rocks sitting in your living room. If you want speakers that look great indoors, but also work for outdoor use, you may want to check out speakers like these Yamaha NS-AW150BL 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Speakers.
Conclusion
The bottom line is that if you need speakers that look good, sound even better, and that won’t cost you an arm and a leg, these Klipsch AWR-650-SM All Weather 2-way Rock Speakers are excellent speakers to keep in mind.