About the Focal Polyglass 165 V30
Focal's Polyglass V30 component speaker systems use precision craftmanship and advanced materials to make a strong sonic impression. Each system includes two tweeters, two woofers, two crossover networks, grilles, and assorted hardware. Power this system with a quality amplifier, and you'll be knocked out by the precise, natural sound of these Focal speakers.
2-layer woofer cone
The 165 V30 system features a 6-3/4" woofer with a Polyglass cone that's created by depositing a layer of hollow glass microbeads over a layer of cellulose pulp. This unique material combines the warm sound of cellulose with the incredible strength of glass, for a cone that responds rapidly with extremely low resonance. A butyl rubber surround helps control cone movement and promotes high power handling. The zamak (zinc alloy) basket provides a non-magnetic, non-resonant housing that won't color the sound.
Unique tweeter design
Focal designed the aluminum/magnesium inverted dome tweeter to disperse high frequencies evenly for a big, open soundstage. The external 2-way crossover ensures a smooth transition from lows to highs, so vocals and instruments sound natural. You can select from 2 tweeter levels to get the right balance in your vehicle. Woofer grilles are included.
Note: Focal describes this model as a 6-1/2" speaker. Most manufacturers designate this same frame size as a 6-3/4" speaker. For simplicity's sake we list it as a 6-3/4" speaker.
Product highlights:
- 6-3/4" component speaker system (includes 2 woofers, 2 tweeters, 2 crossover networks, and hardware)
- Polyglass woofer with butyl rubber surround
- non-resonant zamak (zinc alloy) basket
- aluminum/magnesium inverted dome tweeter
- outboard crossover with 2-level tweeter control and selectable crossover slope
- grilles included
- 5-80 watts RMS power range (160 watts peak)
- frequency response: 55-25,000 Hz
- sensitivity: 92.0 dB
- depth: 2-7/8"
- warranty: 1 year
- MFR # 165V30
What's in the box:
Focal Polyglass 165 V30 owner's manual
- Two 6-3/4" Woofers
- Two inverted dome tweeters (with attached 22" length of speaker wire)
- 2 Tweeter flush mount cups (installed)
- 2 Tweeter angle mount cups
- Tweeter removal tool
- 2 Crossover networks
- 2 Woofer grilles
- 2 Woofer grille mounting rings
- 2 Tweeter flush mount clamps
- 2 Woofer mounting gaskets
- 8 Speed clips
- 2 Machine screws (for flush mounting)
- Four 5/8" Self-tapping screws
- Twelve 1" Self-tapping screws
- Owner's manual (English/ French)
- Focal window sticker
- Serial number card
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Features & specs
| General | ||
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Size | ||
| Design | 2-way | |
| Tweeter Design | Inverted Dome | |
| Impedance (Ohms) | 4 | |
| Tweeter Composition | Aluminum/Magnesium | |
| Woofer Composition | Polyglass-coated Cellulos | |
| Woofer Surround | Butyl Rubber | |
| Parts Warranty | 1 Year | |
| Labor Warranty | 1 Year | |
| Specifications | ||
| Sensitivity (1W at 1 meter) | N/A | |
| Sensitivity at 2.83 volts | 92 | |
| Frequency Response | 55 - 25k Hz | |
| Minimum RMS Wattage | 5 | |
| Maximum RMS Wattage | 80 | |
| Peak Power Handling (Watts) | 160 | |
| Top-mount Depth (Inches) | 2 7/8 | |
| Bottom-mount Depth (Inches) | 3 1/16 | |
| Cutout Diameter or Length (inches) | 5 5/8 | |
| Mounting Height (Inches) | 0.406 | |
| Frame Width | 6.493 | |
| Frame Length | 6.493 | |
Product Research
Woofer
Tweeter
Crossover
Dimensions
Woofer
Polyglass Cone: The woofer cone has a cellulose pulp base and is coated with a uniform deposit of hollow glass microballs. The addition of the Polyglass layer significantly increases the cone's rigidity without adding much weight. This combination takes advantage of the accuracy and neutrality of the hard outer surface, but maintains the superior damping characteristics of the cellulose pulp.
Surround: The butyl rubber surround is resistant to ultraviolet rays, temperature extremes, and humidity to add to the speaker's reliability and longevity.
Voice Coil: The 1" diameter voice coil is wound around a low-mass Kapton former, ensuring no coil deformation.
Tweeter
Inverted Dome Tweeter: The tweeter is an inverted aluminum/magnesium dome, producing a broad sound stage. The tweeter has a Neodymium magnet to provide a powerful magnetic field for the voice coil, while still maintaining the tweeter's compact dimensions.
Mounting Options: The tweeter can be surface or flush mounted using the included adapters. Focal recommends flush mounting, but the included angled cup allows surface mounting at one of two angles; approximately 10° and approximately 30°.
Crossover
Components: Focal uses audiophile grade polypropylene capacitors and air core inductors to ensure high definition and a dynamic sound quality.
Tweeter Level: You can adjust the output level of the tweeter on the crossover to 0 dB or -3 dB.
Crossover Slope: The crossover points and slopes are switchable; choose 6 dB/octave low-pass and 12 dB/octave high-pass at 3,700 Hz or 12 dB/octave low-pass and 18 dB/octave high-pass at 5,000 Hz.
Wiring: The inputs and outputs are screw terminals; they will accept bare wire or spade connectors up to 0.3" wide.
Dimensions
Tweeters:
| Flush Mount | 10° Angled Surface Mount | 30° Angled Surface Mount | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mounting Height | 0.285" | 1.213" | 1.574" |
| Mounting Depth | 0.771" (0.981" including screw) | 0.53" (screw depth) | 0.53" (screw depth) |
| Frame Diameter | 2.053" | N/A | N/A |
| Cutout Diameter | 1.833" | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | 1.793" | 1.793" |
| Surface Depth | N/A | 1.833" | 1.769" |
Crossover:
- Width: 2.546"
- Height: 1.260"
- Depth: 4.715"
The Focal Polyglass 165 V30 replaces these items
Focal Polyglass 165 VR
- Polyglass woofer with butyl rubber surround and aluminum phase plug
- aluminum/magnesium inverted dome tweeter
- outboard crossover with 3-level tweeter control and midrange matching
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Installed them in my 2011 Chevy Tahoe and man what difference in sound from the factory speakers. I was going to go with a set of JL Audio speakers but after reviewing both products and with the Focal on sell i jumped at the chance and purchased the Focals. No disapointments here.
Frankie L. from New York, N.Y.