Rockford Fosgate M2-65 M2 Series 6-1/2" Color-Optix™ marine speakers (White)

Name: Rockford Fosgate M2-65
Brand: Rockford Fosgate
SKU: 575M265
Price: 479.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)

Item # 575M265

Rockford Fosgate equips this M2 Series 6-1/2" Color-Optix™ 2-way marine speaker with a laminated dome...

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Rockford Fosgate M2-65 Built-in illumination brings these speakers to life

Rockford Fosgate M2-65 Only at Crutchfield

Rockford Fosgate equips this M2 Series 6-1/2" Color-Optix™ 2-way marine speaker with a laminated dome...

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Rockford Fosgate equips this M2 Series 6-1/2" Color-Optix™ 2-way marine speaker with a laminated dome tweeter for full-hearted highs and polypropylene woofer for impactful lows. A built-in 12dB/octave crossover network, concealed inside the basket, keeps transitions smooth for a well-rounded, moving sound.

Add some color

Built-in illumination brings these speakers to life, and you can coordinate them with other Color Optix™ speakers and subs using Rockford Fosgate's Color Optix™ Controller (not included) and RF Connect App.

And Element Ready™

The rugged grilles can endure years in the sun and spray and still look great. And gold-plated marine-grade terminals make for a superior connection, year after year.

Product highlights:

6-1/2" 2-way marine speakers (pair)
LED illumination
compatible with Rockford Fosgate Color Optix™ Controller and RF Connect App
injection-molded, mineral-filled polypropylene cone
concealed crossover
laminated 1" dome tweeter
Element Ready™ design and IP67 certification
- salt-, fog-, and UV-resistant Thermo-Plastic Elastomer (TPE) surround
- gold-plated connection terminals
- stainless-steel mounting hardware included
handles up to 150 watts RMS (600 watts peak)
sensitivity: 89 dB
frequency response: 52-20,000 Hz
impedance: 4 ohms
cutout diameter: 5.34"
frame diameter: 6.78"
top-mount depth: 2.74"
warranty: 2 years
MFR # M2-65
Item # 575M265

What's in the box:

Rockford Fosgate M2-65 owner's manual

Two 2-way marine speakers
2 Centrex plastic grilles (White)
2 Stainless steel grilles
2 Grille rings (White)
Two 11" LED power harnesses with 4-pin Deutsch connectors on one end
Twelve 1-3/4" Stainless steel Allen head screws
3mm Allen head bit
3.5mm Drill bit
Instruction manual (English/ French/ Spanish/ German/ Italian)

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Features & specs

General
Speaker Size	6 1/2
Design	2-way
Tweeter Design	1" Dome
Tweeter Composition	Proprietary Material
Woofer Composition	Mineral Filled Polypropylene
Woofer Surround	Thermo-Plastic Elastomer
Parts Warranty	2 Years
Labor Warranty	2 Years
Specifications
Sensitivity	91.8 dB at 2.83 volts
Frequency Response	40 - 24k Hz
Max RMS Power Handling	150
Peak Power Handling (Watts)	600
Impedance (Ohms)	4
Top-mount Depth (Inches)	2 3/4
Bottom-mount Depth (Inches)	N/A
Cutout Diameter or Length (inches)	5 3/8
Bolt Circle	6.1245

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Features

Marine Tested: Rockford Fosgate uses industry standard tests (ASTM B117 salt/fog and ASTM G154 UV) to ensure the M2-65 speakers are durable in the difficult marine environment.

Woofers: The woofer cones are injection molded, mineral filled polypropylene with UV inhibitors. This molding process assures a uniform cone thickness for superior linearity and clarity. It is also light weight and rigid for decreased distortion and improved bass response.

Surrounds: The TPE surrounds (Thermo-Plastic Elastomer, a synthetic rubber) are UV and salt/fog resistant.

Tweeters: The 1" dome tweeters are bridge mounted, useful in a marine speaker because no opening through the middle of the woofer for the mounting post is needed.

LEDs: There are red, green, and blue LEDs in the back of the tweeter casing, to create a glow on the woofer cone. The LEDs can be powered individually, or in any combination you like. Depending on what combination of LED wires is connected, they light red, green, blue, yellow, pink, aqua, or white. A 12 volt power supply is needed to turn the LEDs on and a 1-amp fuse should be added in-line (fuse not included). The LEDs can also be controlled using Rockford Fosgate's LED Controller (item number 575PMXRGB, sold separately). Two LED power wire harnesses are included with 4-pin waterproof Deutsch DT Series connectors that plug into the speaker frames.

Speaker Terminals: In addition to standard male quick slide terminals, each speaker also has 2-pin waterproof Deutsch terminals. Speaker wire harnesses with 2-pin waterproof Deutsch DT Series connectors are not included.

ICC Crossover: The ICC (Integrated Concealed Crossover) simplifies installation and protects the crossover by concealing it inside the basket, creating a cleaner look and easier installation. The crossover is 12 dB/octave high pass.

VAST Surround: The Vertical Attach Surround Technique (VAST) increases a speaker's effective radiating cone area without increasing the size of the basket.

Klippel Verified: The Klippel distortion analyzer, a device that uses a laser and sophisticated software to do large-scale analysis of drivers in motion, lets Rockford Fosgate optimize the speaker's motor structure, voice coil alignment, and suspension to yield the best possible performance.

Stainless Steel: The mounting hardware is stainless steel to resist corrosion.

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7 questions already asked

Will these M2-65s fit in my 2013 Focus hatchback?

honest abe Jun 16, 2024

1 answer

So these M2s are designed specifically for marine and ATV/UTV applications. Due to how the outside frame of these speakers are built, they will not be able to incorporate into your Ford Focus without major modifications.

red Jun 16, 2024 (Staff)

Do the lights have to be used?...Can they just be speakers without be lighted?

thomas Mar 26, 2021

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You don't have to use the lights. You can just leave them unplugged.

chase Mar 29, 2021

Yes, the lights do not need to be hooked up. They work fine without the lighting.

steve Mar 26, 2021

Lights do not have to used for the speakers to work. Awesome speakers!

daniel Mar 26, 2021

The lights don't have to be used, its a separate 4 pin connector from the speaker inputs.

david Mar 26, 2021

No. I currently do not have the lights plugged in and the speakers work fine.

blaine edward Mar 26, 2021

No the lights do not have to be used. There is different wiring for the lights.

john p Mar 26, 2021

You do NOT need to use the lights.

william Mar 26, 2021

Lights do not need to be used.

shawn Mar 26, 2021

Can this be use without the grill?

hector Feb 23, 2021

1 answer

Yes but this set comes with two or thrree grill options included in the box

shawn Feb 23, 2021

can I put these in a speaker tower enclosure/pod ?

laith elias Jan 13, 2021

1 answer

Rockford Fosgate does not make one specifically for them and we have not done any research into checking fitment into pods we offer. However, if a pod could be found that accommodate the mounting dimensions then they could be used in a wakeboard tower/pod enclosure. I recommend contacting an advisor by calling 1-800-324-9695 to check fitment into pods we currently offer

jason Jan 30, 2021 (Staff)

Will these fit my 2021 road glide?

steam Jul 12, 2022

1 answer

Unfortunately we don't have a fitment guide for a 2021 Road Glide yet so we can't confirm if those Rockfords will fit.

arielle Jul 12, 2022 (Staff)

can these be used on a harley instead of the TMS65?

fltrxse Jan 14, 2022

1 answer

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.

kenneth Jan 18, 2022 (Staff)

Do these speakers require an amp?

julian Jan 09, 2021

2 answers

Not with a decent head unit, but an amplifier would certainly compliment them well

shawn Jan 09, 2021

That depends on your head unit. If your head unit has amp outputs then no, but they are typically on the order of 25 to 50 watts per channel if it does. That is way under powered for these speakers so you wont be utilizing the full potential of the speaker. I would definitely recommend an amp. I run my 4 M2-65 speakers with theTM400X4ad amp and they sounds amazing.

david Jan 09, 2021

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