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ESX car audio
Double bass reflex subwoofer 2 x 16.5 cm (6.5") DBX600Q
Discover our 16 cm and 16.5 cm car subwoofers: compact solutions equipped with 6.5-inch subwoofers, available in passive or powered versions to add bass while saving space.
The 16 cm subwoofer is particularly suitable when space in the vehicle is limited. Its compact size allows you to enhance the bass without having to install a large box equipped with a 25 or 30 cm subwoofer.
The main advantage of the 16 cm size is its small footprint. This format allows manufacturers to design boxes that are easier to fit into small trunks or installations where every centimeter counts.
A 16 or 16.5 cm subwoofer allows for the design of a smaller box, ideal for city cars, small trunks, and discreet installations.
Despite its small diameter, a properly integrated 6.5-inch subwoofer can effectively complement the vehicle's speakers in the low frequencies.
The small volume of the box makes it easy to integrate when the goal is to retain as much available space in the vehicle as possible.
Boxes are available with a single subwoofer as well as configurations using two 16 or 16.5 cm speakers to increase the radiating surface area.
The subwoofer's diameter is only one of the factors that determine
the final result. The speaker's design, its excursion,
the box volume, its architecture, its tuning, and
amplification also play an important role.
The 16 cm size is primarily chosen when you are looking
for a good compromise between bass and space requirements.
An active box has its own built-in amplifier. It allows you to add a subwoofer to the system without installing a separate bass amplifier.
A passive model requires an external amplifier. You must check the RMS power and impedance of the box to select a compatible amplifier.
Another solution is to use two small-diameter
subwoofers in the same box. This configuration
increases the total cone surface area while still using
relatively compact speakers.
Our selection includes dual
2 × 16.5 cm boxes in passive and active versions.
Depending on the manufacturer, dimensions may be listed as 16 cm, 16.5 cm, or 6.5 inches. When purchasing, always refer to the exact dimensions and specifications listed on the product page.
Even on a small box, check the dimensions, type of amplification, and technical specifications before making your choice.
A 6.5-inch box can be a good choice whenever space becomes a priority: small cars, already-full trunks, commercial vehicles, or simply installations where you want to retain as much space as possible.
Our selection of 16 cm boxes includes models from ESX Car Audio, Ground Zero Audio, DD Audio, and Gladen, with different designs to meet the needs of compact car audio installations.
Primarily for its small footprint. It allows you to add bass to an installation while using a more compact box than many larger-diameter subwoofers.
Yes. The result depends on the subwoofer's design, its excursion, the box, the amplification, and the installation, not just its diameter.
They generally refer to the same size category. Depending on the brand, you may find the terms 16 cm, 16.5 cm, or 6.5 inches.
The active model has its own built-in amplifier. The passive model must be powered by a compatible external amplifier.
Two subwoofers increase the total radiating surface area. The result then depends on their design, the box and the amplifier used.
Yes. It is precisely one of the suitable formats for compact vehicles, provided you check the exact dimensions of the box.
Do not choose based solely on wattage. Compare the RMS power, but also the product's design and, for a passive box, its impedance and the power delivered by the amplifier.
Yes for a passive model. A powered box already has its own built-in amplifier, but still requires a power supply and an audio signal.
The 16 cm size is primarily chosen for its compactness. If you have more space and are looking for a different approach to bass, 20 or 25 cm formats can also be considered.
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