Name: Focal Integration ISS 165
Brand: Focal
SKU: 091ISS165
Rating: 4.5 (198 reviews)

Audiophile-grade engineering

Focal applies the same technology they use in their studio and audiophile-grade home systems to their Integration line of car speakers. The Integration ISS 165 component system includes 6-1/2" woofers with cones made from Polyglass, a material that combines the warm sound of cellulose with the strength of glass, so they'll play accurately with no added resonances.

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You can use this angled tweeter mount to improve high-frequency dispersion in problem vehicles.

Audiophile-grade engineering

Adjustable tweeter

Each separate Integration processed aluminum inverted dome tweeter features a built-in phase plug and wave guide, which act together to increase the power of high-frequency notes and improve the stereo soundstage. Focal includes a low-profile surface mount and an angled mount so you can set up the tweeter for the best possible imaging in your vehicle.

Built-in crossover networks

The crossover networks are built-in, so you don't have those extra boxes to install. Low-profile Integration speakers allow you to put Focal sound quality and construction into your vehicle, so you can enjoy a dramatic jump in performance over your old speakers. Grilles are not included; factory grilles are appropriate for most installations.

Installation note: You'll need a pair of our universal backstraps to install the tweeters in the factory locations

Woofer grilles are not included; the factory grilles should be suitable for most applications..

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Product highlights:

component speaker system includes two 6-1/2" woofers and two tweeters
Polyglass woofer with butyl rubber surround
processed aluminum inverted dome tweeter
built-in crossovers
4-ohm impedance
5-70 watts RMS power range (140 watts peak)
frequency response: 60-20,000 Hz
sensitivity: 92.6 dB
woofer top-mount depth: 2"
woofer grilles not included
warranty: 1 year
MFR # ISS 165

What's in the box:

Focal Integration ISS 165 owner's manual

Two woofers
Two inverted dome tweeters (with 5" length of speaker wire attached)
2 Surface mount tweeter housings (with tweeters installed)
2 Angled surface mount tweeter housings
Two 19" Lengths of speaker wire with in-line tweeter crossovers
Two 7" Lengths of speaker wire with in-line woofer crossovers
2 Woofer mounting gaskets
8 Speed clips
Four 7/8" Flathead screws
Eight 1" Self-tapping screws
Owner's manual (English/ French)
Focal window sticker

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Features & specs

General
Speaker Size	6 1/2
Design	2-way
Tweeter Design	Inverted Dome
Impedance (Ohms)	4
Tweeter Composition	Aluminum
Woofer Composition	Polyglass
Woofer Surround	Butyl Rubber
Parts Warranty	1 Year
Labor Warranty	1 Year
Specifications
Sensitivity (1W at 1 meter)	88.5
Sensitivity at 2.83 volts	92.6
Frequency Response	60 - 20k Hz
Minimum RMS Wattage	5
Maximum RMS Wattage	70
Peak Power Handling (Watts)	140
Top-mount Depth (Inches)	2
Bottom-mount Depth (Inches)	N/A
Cutout Diameter or Length (inches)	5 5/8
Mounting Height (Inches)	0.295

The Focal Integration ISS 165 replaces these items:

Focal ISS 170

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Woofer
Tweeter

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.

Phase Plug: The bullet-shaped phase plug in the center of the woofer ensures a smooth, flat off-axis frequency response by preventing the high frequency sound waves emanating from one side of the cone from interfering with sound waves from the other side of the cone.

Voice Coil: The voice coil is wound around a 1" diameter low-mass Kapton former, ensuring no coil deformation.

Size Classification Note: Crutchfield has traditionally referred to this size woofer as a 6-3/4", while some manufacturers, including Focal, call it a 6-1/2". Please refer to the Crutchfield Vehicle Selector to confirm fit in your vehicle.

Crossovers: The included 7" woofer wires have integrated crossovers. The woofer ends of the wires have female quick-slides that easily connect to the woofer terminals.

Tweeter

Inverted Dome Tweeter: The tweeter is an inverted aluminum 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 tweeters include two types of surface mount housings, one low profile and one angled:

	Flush Mount	Low Profile Surface Mount	Angled Surface Mount
Mounting Height	0.3"	0.894"	1.933"
Mounting Depth	0.55"	0.875" (screw depth)	0.875" (screw depth)
Frame Diameter	1.871"	1.88"	N/A
Cutout Diameter	1.67"	N/A	N/A
Width	N/A	N/A	1.895"
Surface Depth	N/A	N/A	2.839"

Crossovers: The included 19" tweeter wires have integrated crossovers. The tweeter ends of the wires have quick-slide terminals that easily connect to the wires soldered to the tweeters. The input end of each wire has three leads, a negative and two positives. The positive leads are labeled Car and Display, with a lower output level from the Car lead (useful because the placement of the woofer in a typical car installation requires the tweeter output be lowered to maintain a balanced sound).

The Focal Integration ISS 165 replaces these items

Focal ISS 170

Integration Series 6-3/4" component speaker system

4 reviews

Polyglass woofer with butyl rubber surround
processed aluminum inverted dome tweeter
5-60 watts RMS power range (120 watts peak)

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18 questions already asked

How do I mount the tweeters (front and back) in my 2020 honda accord sport? Do I need a mounting bracket or...?

donovan Jun 15, 2020

2 answers

I used 3M double sided tape and mounted them in the corners of my windshield they sound great

james w Jun 16, 2020

The fronts i just epoxed them behind the stock grill and the rears i hole sawed out the stock spot on the package tray

greg Jun 16, 2020

Can these speakers safely operate at a 2 ohms without damaging them, or should they only be operated at 4 ohms?

alec todd Jun 08, 2020

2 answers

Speakers don't care if they are wired at 2ohms or 4ohms or 8ohms. Speakers only receive signal (power) from an amplifier or head unit. If your amp is capable of running at 2ohms, then the speakers can certainly handle that. The only way to get the speakers to "operate at 2ohms"..... is to wire another pair of 4ohm speakers on the same channel and wire them in parallel to your amp. Otherwise, the speakers are 4ohm speakers and you can't change their impedance unless you raise it by adding a resistor.

terrell Aug 24, 2020

Hi Alec, my sound system was installed by a proffesional guy in NY. I entrusted everything to him but my other set of speakers for the front are also focal but a better one but i made sure that it is also 4ohms. For what i understand I feel safer to use 4ohms for my connection but if i'm gonna use the focal K2 series well that would be the time i will use 2ohms connection.

neil Jun 08, 2020

Hi, I really want to change the speakers on my 2019 Honda Civic hatchback, I really only have 4 questions. Firstly, do you guys ship to Europe ? Normally i would search for a company/site that does what you do here, but there just don't seem to be any, no one checks so thoroughly if the speakers fit and no one offers brackets and mounting accessories. Secondly, i'm interested to know if the Honda civic in europe has the same stock speakers as the one in the US, as far as i can tell, it seems to, the power and number of speakers are the same. Does the standard head-unit with the 7 inch display have enough power to run the Focal integration ISS 165? And finnaly, Do the speakers ship with the harness recquired to connect to the car ?

astro99 Apr 22, 2020

1 answer

Unfortunately, we do not ship to Europe. :( As far as the vehicle have the exact same specs, we cannot guarantee this, but it is possible. Those Focal speakers are highly efficient, and should work just fine with and OEM headunit. When you place the order with us, the brackets and harness es (if needed and available) are included with the speakers.

thomas Apr 28, 2020 (Staff)

How is this set meant to be wired to an amplifier? Do I wire both the woofer and tweeter to the same channel or each speaker to separate channels?

keene Mar 18, 2020

2 answers

Both the tweeter and midbass are wired to the same channel.

alberto Mar 21, 2020

Speaker and tweeter to the same channel. This set is for the configuration where speaker and tweeter are separated (not coaxial), like in front doors.

vitaly Mar 18, 2020

Will these fit my 2007 GMC Sierra 1500, front and back?

taylor Feb 21, 2020

1 answer

In the front door and pillars-no problemo! In the back there are no stock spot for the tweeters so I went with the focal coaxials.

bryan Feb 21, 2020

Hi, I am in Canada and the american site has the speakers that the canadian site does not have. Can I order a component set from USA to Canada without shipping fees?

joe Feb 18, 2020

1 answer

So, we can only sell, and ship the items from our Canadian website in Canada. you may want to reach out to our international department to explore what options will work for you: https://www.crutchfield.com/support/international.aspx

thomas Mar 07, 2020 (Staff)

Is it safe to power these 70w rms with 75w rms amp?

leslie m Jan 22, 2020

3 answers

Yea as long as you set the gains correct they will handle that no problem

josh Feb 19, 2020

I am not entirely sure if it is safe, however I use an Alpine MRV-F300 amp to power my Focals and they work perfectly. Hope this helps.

jackson Feb 18, 2020

Yes. Clean power

cecil Feb 18, 2020

I'm looking at buying these but it doesn't seem that they have flush mount cups for the tweeters. Anyone got ideas on how to flush mount these seemingly cylindrical tweets?

michael Sep 02, 2019

2 answers

They come with the cone shaped and flush mounts

ryan Sep 04, 2019

The bullet shaped cylinders do not have to be used, I removed the grilles and mounted them behind the factory grilles. See the last picture with the description, similar to how I used it.

michael Sep 02, 2019

How does the integration series compare with the auditor series?

cristopher May 30, 2019

2 answers

I don't really know. I have been fairly impressed with these though. Liked them enough to buy another set for my truck.

brent May 30, 2019

I ended upgoing with the KX series but one of the crossovers blew and I think they discontinued this line due to issues. I just recently got the Utopia and they're pretty amazing!

katryn e May 30, 2019

Can the integrated crossover be bypassed?

jon Apr 15, 2019

4 answers

I'm not to sure, but i think if you just don't use them Your able to by pass. They come separate in the box.

julio Apr 15, 2019

Yes, the crossovers are integrated into separate lengths of speaker wire for the tweeters and woofers

cory Apr 15, 2019

Yeah, just don't hook it up. It is just a frequency blocker that plugs between the input and the connection on the speaker. You could leave it out if you wanted to, but I'm not sure why you would. You will likely experience e distortion at certain volumes that you would not experience when using it as intended.

jim Apr 15, 2019

If I remember correctly it's part of the wiring so yes you can work around it. If you have tweeters already hooked up just use the wiring from those instead of the other speaker

ryan Apr 15, 2019

Do these speakers fit a 2015 Ford Fiesta? It's says they fit the rear but doesn't list the front. Almost all of the other 6 3/4" components are listed as fitting the front.

geoff Jan 07, 2019

2 answers

They will. The speakers are the same size front and back

ryan Jan 08, 2019

I'm sure they will. The tweeters of im guessing they have to find a way to mount it. I had to modify mine to fit.

julio Jan 07, 2019

What's the difference between the focal iss-165 and the focal rse-165?

jeffery Oct 17, 2018

2 answers

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.

kristina Oct 22, 2018 (Staff)

ISS is polyglass woofer. I don't think RSE is. RSE uses something called a phase plug for sound direction. The RSE has external crossovers. The ISS has built in crossover tech that works with online base blockers so you don't have to mount crossovers somewhere. I could be wrong, but I think the ISS is a little better made. People seem to champion the polyglass.

jim Oct 17, 2018

TO THE CIVIC WHO UP LOADED IMAGE HOW DID YOU GET TWEETER TO FIT JUST PRESS FIT OR TRIM A LITTLE? IT LOOKS AMAZING ALSO IF BOTH TWEETER AND WOOFER HAVE SEPARATE WIRES WITH CROSSOVERS HOW DO YOU WIRE BOTH TO A SINGLE CONNECTION TO STOCK ADAPTER?

melissa May 26, 2018

1 answer

If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer.

kristina Jun 03, 2018 (Staff)

Will these speakers sound decent without an aftermarket amp?

dana Feb 25, 2018

6 answers

Just deadened the doors and installed these and couldn't be happier. They're on a JVC KW-930BT headunit (very entry level) but sound amazing. I'm still auditioning them against the Morel 6-1/2" component set but my fears of bass response/harshness with the Focals haven't been warranted. These have warmed up nicely and have substantial low end for no amp (granted I bumped up 60-400hz in the eq +2). They're begging for more power but are clear at high volumes and have very respectable low end impact w/ even just head unit power. I'm enjoying the listen. In the house, the Morels had a fuller/more melded sound ...but the Focals had exceptional clarity with occasional hollowness (probably due to the infinite baffle moch up) . In the car, the Focals have warmed up and broken in and sound really good. Will amp them before switching over to the Morels to make the final decision...but so far very happy. (For others on the fence, I think you could be happy with either. The Morels had a hard time sounding clear at high volumes in the house on rock (FooFighters) without sounding harsh...generally they weren't as clear but had a more listenable quality overall (full sounding) that I really liked (with noticeable bottom end in the same infinite baffle setup in the house.) I thought I'd have to go Morel just for midbass/lowend but after getting the Focals in the door...that doesn't seem to be the case. [I ran the house setup w/ the same head unit but used a flat eq....thinking I just wanted to hear the speakers.]

ward Jan 03, 2020

But to better answer your question. Yes. they are very sensitive speakers. i have JL 2 ways in the back door, and my amp is set half way up for them. These however are at the lowest gain setting on my amp. So, i tune the other speakers around them. Wouldn't take much to make these sing. everyone who has heard them in my XB has been amazed. best purchase I've made so far. Good luck. Have fun!

james Feb 28, 2018

wouldn't know. Pushing 75 watts per, and couldn't be happier. Even better than my old Boston's.

james Feb 28, 2018

Depends on the head unit, but I would guess these sound way better than most stock door speakers.

justin Feb 28, 2018

Depends. There are a few factors if you're using the stock radio or after market, if the vehicle has a built in amp. I'm going to assume you're putting in or have put in a head unit. They will sound decent in fact much better but like with all new speakers they need to be conditioned or broken in. Don't blast them right away. Let the voice coil settle on medium to low volume, this will also slowly flex the poly ring too. You'll be happy

jason Feb 28, 2018

Absolutely, but who's in this game to be "decent"?

john Feb 28, 2018

These have inline crossovers. What gauge speaker wire do they use?

micah Nov 27, 2017

3 answers

Yes. there are inline crossovers. They are tube like, small, and they do a really good job. These are a steal at this price.

james Feb 28, 2018

Most likely 18 gauge, don't think it's 16....

michael Nov 28, 2017

Pretty sure it's 16 if I remember correctly.

justin Nov 27, 2017

I am looking for replacement speakers for my 2015 Ford Edge with Sony 12 speaker system. Will these speakers perform well connected to a factory amp? The existing speakers in the doors are labelled 4 Ohm and 25 Watts.

billvalley31 Mar 30, 2016

1 answer

You will want to contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat to discuss compatibility with your factory system. We haven't done any research on your particular vehicle but an advisor will be able to help you determine the best fit for your budget and your needs.

kenneth Mar 30, 2016 (Staff)

I see these are labeled 6 3/4 but will they fit the speaker pods within the dash of a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Says doesn't fit, but I'm pretty sure 6.5's fit in the front and even in the sound bar of a 2015 Jeep Wrangler?

terry Nov 03, 2015

1 answer

For 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 Nov 04, 2015 (Staff)

I am interested in getting these speakers ( Focal ISS 165) along with the Focal ISC 165 2-way coaxial and want to know what would be the best amplifier to power these speakers?

eric Jan 04, 2014

1 answer

Thanks for your question. For information on selecting an amp for these speakers I would recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone 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.

jeff Jan 04, 2014 (Staff)

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