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Kicker 43CSC654 6-1/2" 2-way car speakers

Item # 206CSC654

No sense in dancing around it — if you're looking for an affordable upgrade from factory sound, Kicker's CS...

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Item # 206CSC654

About the Kicker 43CSC654

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The people have spoken

No sense in dancing around it — if you're looking for an affordable upgrade from factory sound, Kicker's CS Series is one of the most popular choices. These tough, dependable car speakers have a devoted following and for good reason. You'll get classic Kicker quality that will elevate your music to a startling level, revealing more detail than you ever heard from your factory speakers.  

The people have spoken

No sense in dancing around it — if you're looking for an affordable upgrade from factory sound, Kicker's CS Series is one of the most popular choices. These tough, dependable car speakers have a devoted following and for good reason. You'll get classic Kicker quality that will elevate your music to a startling level, revealing more detail than you ever heard from your factory speakers.  

Solid through and through

Kicker's 43CSC654 speakers feature a 6-1/2" polypropylene woofer that delivers a full sound with the help of a polyester foam surround that will stay strong for years to come. The 1/2" PEI balanced dome tweeter adds crisp instrumental and vocal detail. You'll get good results powering these speakers with a factory radio or an aftermarket car stereo, but they'll knock your socks off when you drive them with an external amplifier. Grilles are included.

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Product highlights:

  • 2-way 6-1/2" speakers (pair)
  • polypropylene woofer cone with polyester foam surround
  • 1/2" polyetherimide (PEI) balanced dome tweeter
  • handles up to 100 watts RMS (300 watts peak power)
  • frequency response: 40-20,000 Hz
  • sensitivity: 90 dB
  • top-mount depth: 1-13/16"
  • grilles included
  • warranty: 1 year
  • MFR # 43CSC654

What's in the box:

  • Two 2-way speakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • Two 11" lengths of speaker wire (tinned wire on one end and female quick slides on the other)
  • 4 Red plastic wire caps
  • Eight 1-1/8" Screws
  • 8 Speed clips
  • Owner's manual (English/ Spanish/ German/ French)

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Features & specs

General
Speaker Size 6 1/2
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design 1/2" Balanced Dome
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Tweeter Composition PEI
Woofer Composition Polypropylene
Woofer Surround Polyester Foam
Parts Warranty 1 Year
Labor Warranty 1 Year
Specifications
Sensitivity (1W at 1 meter) 90
Sensitivity at 2.83 volts N/A
Frequency Response 40 - 20k Hz
Minimum RMS Wattage ---
Maximum RMS Wattage 100
Peak Power Handling (Watts) 300
Top-mount Depth (Inches) 1 13/16
Bottom-mount Depth (Inches) 2 1/8
Cutout Diameter or Length (inches) 4 15/16
Mounting Height (Inches) 0.45
Frame Width 6.245
Frame Length 6.245
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Features

Polypropylene Woofer Cones: The Kicker CSC-series speakers feature polypropylene woofer cones, resistant to moisture and the temperature extremes found in automotive applications.

Surrounds: The ribbed polyester foam surrounds allow extended cone excursion for additional bass output and higher SPL.

Balanced-Dome Tweeters: Each speaker uses a 1/2" PEI (polyetherimide) balanced-dome tweeter. A balanced dome tweeter has a dome placed inside a cone, with equal reproduction area given the cone and dome sections.

Mounting: In addition to fitting standard 6-1/2 and 4-hole 6-1/2 applications, the CSC65 also has a standard 6-3/4 bolt pattern. However, if mounted in a 6-3/4 location the holes for the smaller pattern create an air leak, which should be sealed using a speaker baffle, or something similar.

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14 questions already asked

Q
Will these speakers still work in my 2002 Nissan Maxima if I have a Boss 480BRGB stereo as my head unit (not stock)?
gavin  Oct 15, 2018
1 answer
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You can check to see if this will fit your vehicle by using our Outfit My Car tool: http://www.crutchfield.com/car/carselector.aspx For additional details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  Oct 22, 2018 (Staff)
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Will these speakers still fit/work in my 2002 Nissan Maxima if I have a Boss 480BRGB stereo installed instead of the factory head unit? Thanks in advance!
gavin  Oct 14, 2018
1 answer
A
You can check to see if this will fit your vehicle by using our Outfit My Car tool: http://www.crutchfield.com/car/carselector.aspx For additional details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  Oct 22, 2018 (Staff)
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Hi I just purchased these Speakers they are 6.5 in the factory ones are 6.9 will these fit are they big enough? I own a 2018 F150 XLT these are for the Door.
william e  Aug 27, 2018
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Hey there ..if yours has 6x9 speakers in it now..these 6x5 Kickers will NOT work without some adapters..BUT you just need to look at ALL the KILLER 6x9 speakers here at Crutchfield !!!..also just a note...if you do buy some 6.5 you NEED to buy POLK AUDIO 6.5 two ways!!!!!
b.d.  Aug 28, 2018
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Mine fit on my 08 charger. I think factory was 6.9 too. But im not for sure
michael  Aug 27, 2018
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Can i install 2 8 inch free air subs in the rear deck where 6 x 9 suppose to go on my 2017 Chevrolet impala premier?
ramon  Jul 27, 2018
1 answer
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That might be possible, but it would be more of a "custom" installation with modifications required to the 6x9" opening in your rear deck. For more details on that, please contact an Advisor directly by phone (888.955.6000) or online chat. They can help give you a better idea on what options are available.
david  Aug 01, 2018 (Staff)
Q
Does it fit the front speakers in the The 2002 Toyota Corolla le with the stock brackets/grilles?
ethan  Mar 25, 2018
1 answer
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You can check to see if this will fit your vehicle by using our Outfit My Car tool: http://www.crutchfield.com/car/carselector.aspx For additional details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  Apr 04, 2018 (Staff)
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2000 jaguar xkr alpine speakers factory are 2ohm i believe replacement kicker 6.5 4ohm will this work ok and what would be the variences in the 100w kickers?
mike  Sep 13, 2017
1 answer
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The factory stereo would view the kicker speakers as a more resistive load and in theory would produce less sound at equivalent volume as your factory speakers. The good news is that you wouldn't overload your factory radio. If you wanted to match the resistance you could run 2 sets in parallel to make the factory radio see a 2 ohm load
john  Sep 13, 2017
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Are these speakers better than the stock in a 2006 Hyundai Sonata?
rustin  Aug 29, 2017
1 answer
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Thanks for your question. For information on comparing different spakers I would recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to help determine the differences and help you make the best choice for your system and your budget.
kenneth  Aug 30, 2017 (Staff)
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Is the 100rms total for the pair (50rms each)? Or is each speaker rated at 100rms... I have a head unit that pushes out 22rms so I'm thinking I need an external amp because these speakers distort at high volumes. I want to know what power rating amp I should get for these.
justin  Jul 10, 2017
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Yes you need an amp because mine distort bad but I use a amp 8 inch sub power combo too under my jeep seat
patrick  Jul 11, 2017
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They are rated at 100 watts RMS each. Mine are powered by a 4 channel amp at 70 watts RMS and they sound fantastic, but if you don't have an external amp I'd recommend speakers with a lower power requirement.
tyler  Jul 11, 2017
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Will the speakers fit in the original spaces in the dash of a 2007 Jeep Wrangler JK? I've read that it will be a chore (all day job) but being patient will get the job done.
michael  May 14, 2017
1 answer
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You can check to see if this will fit your vehicle by using our Outfit My Car tool: http://www.crutchfield.com/car/carselector.aspx For additional details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  May 15, 2017 (Staff)
Q
what are the dimensions?
dina  Mar 09, 2017
1 answer
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Thanks for your question. The mounting height is 0.45". Tweeter protrusion is 0.103". Magnet diameter is 3.126". Once mounted the depth is 1.767". Hope this helps.
kenneth  Mar 14, 2017 (Staff)
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what is the rms ?
cleaven  Jan 05, 2017
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100 Watts
john  Jan 09, 2017
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100 Watt RMS
kevin  Jan 06, 2017
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root mean square
james l.  Jan 06, 2017
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80-100 rms
luis  Jan 06, 2017
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Root Mean Square - In audio it is the continuous or music power that the amplifier can deliver.
stewart  Jan 06, 2017
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Rms is root mean square. So if a subwoofer is rated at 300 watts and a max of a max of 300 rms. It's rated at 300 watts and can peak at usually double of the rated wattage for a peak amount of wattage. So 600 watts peak.
david  Jan 06, 2017
Q
Are these better than the 40cs line?
david  Jan 02, 2017
1 answer
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Kicker's new 43CS line of speakers are nearly identical to the 40CS speakers they replaced in terms of sound quality and audio performance. The one noticeable difference is the new 43CS speakers are slightly lower-profile and don't require as much mounting clearance as the 40CS; so they can fit into a wider variety of vehicle models without sacrificing on performance. I hope that helps!
david  Jan 11, 2017 (Staff)
Q
Whats new verus the older 40CS654?
james  Oct 08, 2016
1 answer
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Thanks for your question. For information on comparing two or more models I would recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to help determine the differences and help you make the best choice for your system and your budget.
kenneth  Oct 08, 2016 (Staff)
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