Pioneer TS-A1601C A-Series 6.5" 350W Peak Power Handling at 4 Ohms, 2-way Component Car System
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What's Inside?
- • (2) Woofers
- • (2) Tweeters (with attached 10" speaker leads terminated with quick-connects)
- • (2) Multi-application woofer mounting brackets
- • (2) Lengths of speaker wire (each has quick slides to connect to the woofer-a 40" tweeter output leg with integrated crossover-and an 10" input leg)
- • (2) Tweeter angled surface mount housings
- • (2) Tweeter flush mount rings
- • (2) Tweeter factory mount brackets
- • (8) 3/4" Screws
- • (6) 1/2" Screws
- • (8) 3/8" Screws
- • (8) Flat washers
- • (2) Adhesive backed foam discs
- • Warranty information
- • Templates and specs on box
- • Owner's Manual
Why Choose Pioneer TS-A1601C Component System?
Cleaner Detail, Bigger Upgrade Than Stock
The woofer uses carbon and mica reinforced IMPP construction, giving you a cone that stays rigid and consistent while keeping distortion low. That means vocals sound clearer, instruments feel more defined, and bass response stays controlled even when you turn it up. It’s tuned for accuracy, not just loudness, so everything you play comes through with more detail.
Flexible Fitment with Smart Installation Options
One thing that makes this set easier to work with is its flexible installation design. Pioneer also includes vehicle-specific mounting brackets to help secure the woofers across different factory locations. On top of that, the tweeters give you mounting freedom with flush rings or angled surface housings that position sound at about 45° toward your listening area, helping you get better imaging without complicated adjustments.
Simple Wiring, Clean Crossover Control
Pioneer keeps the install process straightforward with an integrated crossover system built directly into the speaker wiring. With a 6 dB/octave slope and a 2.7 kHz crossover point, the system smoothly separates frequencies between woofer and tweeter for a balanced soundstage. The wiring is also designed for convenience, with quick-slide connectors for the woofer, a 40" output leg for tweeter connection, and a 10" input lead for the source.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why isn't one tweeter playing after I finished the installation?
This is usually caused by a loose quick-connect terminal or an incorrectly connected crossover lead. Inspect the wiring carefully and verify that each connector is fully seated.
- • Can I use the factory tweeter mounting location?
Yes. The package includes factory mounting brackets, flush-mount rings, and angled surface-mount housings to fit a variety of vehicle applications.
- • Why do the speakers distort when I turn the volume up?
Distortion is commonly caused by amplifier clipping, excessive gain, or aggressive equalizer settings. Proper amplifier tuning helps maintain clean audio and prevents speaker damage.
- • Why does the new system have less bass than my factory speakers?
This is often caused by incorrect polarity or gaps between the woofer and the mounting surface. Using the supplied adhesive foam discs and verifying the wiring usually restores proper midbass performance.
- • Can these speakers be powered directly by my factory stereo?
Yes. They will operate with most factory radios, but pairing them with an external amplifier provides greater volume, cleaner sound, and improved dynamics.
- • Why do my door panels vibrate after upgrading the speakers?
The stronger midbass output can cause loose trim panels and clips to resonate. Adding sound-deadening material and tightening the mounting hardware usually solves the problem.
- • Which tweeter mounting option provides the best sound?
Flush mounting offers a factory appearance, while angled surface mounting can improve stereo imaging by directing the tweeters toward the listener. The ideal choice depends on your vehicle's layout and listening position.
- • What are the multi-application woofer mounting brackets used for?
They help adapt the woofers to a wider range of factory speaker openings without custom fabrication. This makes installation easier in many different vehicle models.
- Diameter : 6.5 Inch
- Sensitivity : 90 dB
- Frequency Response : 33-58000 Hz
- Peak Power Handling : 350 Watts
- Woofer Composition : Carbon and mica reinforced IMPP
- Tweeter Composition : Component Polyetherimide (PEI)
- RMS Power Handling : 80 Watts
Features:
- Woofer Cone Construction: Built with carbon and mica reinforced injection-molded polypropylene (IMPP), delivering uniform cone thickness for improved linearity, clarity, and reduced distortion while maintaining a lightweight and rigid structure for accurate audio reproduction.
- Size Classification & Fitment Note: Classified by Pioneer as a 6½" speaker, though it requires a larger cutout and is commonly referred to as a 6¾" size; vehicle fitment verification is recommended to ensure proper installation compatibility.
- Vehicle-Specific Mounting Support: Includes a pair of mounting brackets designed for installation in vehicle-specific applications, improving adaptability across a wide range of factory speaker locations.
- 2-Way Component Speaker Design: Engineered as a separate woofer and tweeter system to enhance frequency separation, improve sound staging, and deliver clearer, more detailed overall audio performance.
- Flexible Tweeter Mounting Options: Includes flush mount rings and angled surface mount housings, with the angled configuration positioning tweeters at approximately 45° for improved directional sound imaging.
- Fixed Tweeter Positioning: Tweeters are designed for stable installation and do not swivel after mounting, ensuring consistent sound direction based on installation choice.
- Tweeter Mounting Specifications: Angled surface mount offers 1.475" mounting height, variable screw depth, 1.5" frame width, and 1.8" frame depth, while flush mount provides 0.2" height, 0.552" depth, 1.952" frame diameter, and 1.63" cutout diameter for flexible installation options.
- Integrated Crossover System: Features high-pass crossovers integrated into the speaker wiring with a 6 dB/octave slope and a 2.7 kHz crossover point for smooth and balanced frequency separation.
- Simplified Wiring Integration: Each speaker wire connects both woofer and tweeter, using quick-slide connectors for the woofer, a 40" output leg with integrated crossover for tweeter connection, and a 10" input leg for source integration to streamline installation.
Specifications:
- Size: 6.5"
- Design: 6.5" 2-Way Component System
- Tweeter Design: 20mm
- Tweeter Composition: PEI
- Woofer Composition: Carbon and mica reinforced IMPP
- Woofer Surround: Elastic polymer
- Woofer Magnet Composition: Neodymium
- Max. Music Power (Nominal): 350W MAX (80W Nom)
- Frequency Response: 33Hz - 58kHz (-20dB)
- Sensitivity (1W/1 m): 90dB
- Impedance: 4 ohms
- Mounting Depth: 59mm
- Cut-Out Dimensions: 144mm
- Grills Included: No
- UPC: 884938509282
- Weight: 7
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Warranty: 2 Year(s) Warranty.
This item is accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. If it is found to be defective, it may be returned to OnlineCarstereo.com for replacement within 2 Year(s) from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
