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Focal Polyglass 165 V30

6-3/4" component speaker system

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Our take on 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.

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
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Features and Specs

Features and Specs
General
Speaker Size
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6 3/4
Design
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2-way
Tweeter Design
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Inverted Dome
Tweeter Composition
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Aluminum/Magnesium
Woofer Composition
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Polyglass-coated Cellulos
Woofer Surround
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Butyl Rubber
Parts Warranty
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1 Year
Labor Warranty
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1 Year
Specifications
Sensitivity
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92 dB
Frequency Response
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55 - 25k Hz
RMS Power Range (Watts)
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5-80
Peak Power Handling (Watts)
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160
Impedance (Ohms)
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4
Top-mount Depth (Inches)
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2 7/8
Bottom-mount Depth (Inches)
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3 1/16
Cutout Diameter or Length (inches)
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5 5/8

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  • 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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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"
 

Product reviews from the Crutchfield Labs

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Video: Focal Polyglass Speakers

Video: Focal Polyglass Speakers

Zak Billmeier
2/11/2010
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This brief Crutchfield video takes a quick look at Focal Polyglass series speakers.

 

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5 out of 5

love for sound

Written By offerald, raleigh, nc on Tuesday, March 29, 2011
 
i have heard every expensive component set there is ucrrently in the industry. these components are better than the standard polyglass. mid bass is incredibleand has a live sound a feel. I am currently using krx3's is current car car and these in my 96 accord. This is the best component for the price money can buy. i choose these over JL c5 Alpine X-type polk SR and a few others. Need at least 100 watts and sound best on a/b power supplies.
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5 out of 5

Excellent sound

Written By RayG, New Orleans La. on Wednesday, March 16, 2011
 
I recently had my speaker system up graded from factory bose system to focal 6.5 2 way component with 4 channel class d full range amp .i also added a pro box with 80 watt 4x6 power series.For those like myself who still enjoys a good kick butt rock song its the way to go. I thank every one at cruthfield for there professional help in getting me a system within my budget and a kickin' sound.
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5 out of 5

Focal Polyglass 165 V30

Written By Cory, Ventura, CA on Sunday, August 29, 2010
 
This component set is amazing. Natural sounding tweeter and great midbass. Orginally had other components installed but the tweeter was too harsh. Focal was a little more expensive but worth the price. Paired with an JL Audio HD600/4 or even Alpine PDX 4.100 these work well. Filled the rear with a high-end series and the truck sound quality and level is awesome.
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5 out of 5

sweetness

Written By 2011 toyota sienna le, hawaii on Tuesday, November 29, 2011
 
These are some sweet sounding speakers powered with alpine pdx f4 amp with all doors completely deadened with dynamat. I have no sub but midbass is amazing and smooth. Tweeters are good. Not harsh. No complaints except for the fact that they re expensive. Hands down most expensive set I ever bought. No regrets. Well built, seems like it will last awhile.
Pros:
Sounds awesome.
Cons:
Oversized 6 1/2 so had to fabricate custom brackets to install.
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5 out of 5

Focal165v30

Written By Frankie L., New York, N.Y. on Monday, January 30, 2012
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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.
Pros:
GREAT SOUND with an amp.
Cons:
None
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3 out of 5

Focal Polyglass 165 V30

Written By Marty, Hervey Bay on Wednesday, February 08, 2012
 
Generally nice sounding, however the treble is a bit harsh, overpowering and fatiguing. However this may be because of other factors such as the position of my tweeters (head height on door frame) or head unit (pioneer). Also worth mentioning that my pair are not brand new and have had a well used life.
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