BIO-6-5-COX 6.5" Coaxial Car Speakers, Pair vs JBL Stage2 624
Buy the CT Sounds BIO-6-5-COX pair if you want a straight 6.5-inch factory replacement that can take amplifier power: 100W RMS per pair, 4-ohm, silk-dome tweeter. Pick the JBL Stage2 624 only if you need high efficiency from a stock head unit and can confirm it fits your car. The JBL's own specs conflict on size (5.25 in listed against a 6.5-inch class), so check fitment first. No current prices were provided for either, so compare live store prices on Deal.ai before buying.
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BIO-6-5-COX 6.5" Coaxial Car Speakers, Pair
4.9Choose the CT Sounds BIO-6-5-COX if you have 6.5-inch factory cutouts and want a 4-ohm coaxial pair rated 100W RMS that can run off a head unit or a small amp.
- 100W RMS per pair handles a small amplifier without strain
- Silk-dome tweeter and polypropylene woofer give smoother highs than a basic coaxial
- Sold as a pair with grilles, wire and screws included
- Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 39 ratings
- Runs off a factory head unit, aftermarket unit or multichannel amp
- Bass is modest; some buyers say factory speakers had more low end
- No published sensitivity or mounting depth figures
What separates them
| BIO-6-5-COX 6.5" Coaxial Car Speakers, Pair | JBL Stage2 624 | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal size | 6.5 inches, stated consistently | Listed as 5.25 in, conflicting with the 6.5-inch class name |
| Power handling | 100W RMS / 200W max per pair (50W RMS per speaker) | 35W RMS, 210W max |
| Sensitivity | Not published | 91 dB |
| Tweeter | Silk-dome tweeter with polypropylene woofer | Basic 2-way coaxial, no driver materials published |
| Mounting depth | Not published | 2-1/16 in top-mount |
| Impedance | Single 4-ohm voice coil | 4 ohm |
| Water resistance | Not rated | Not waterproof |
| In the box |
Price history
- BIO-6-5-COX 6.5" Coaxial Car Speakers, Pair: lowest $68.58 on Oct 28.
- JBL Stage2 624: lowest $91.99 on Oct 28.
Specs compared
| Spec | BIO-6-5-COX 6.5" Coaxial Car Speakers, Pair | JBL Stage2 624 |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting Type | Coaxial,Car Mount | Flush Mount |
| Speaker Type | Coaxial | Coaxial, 2-way |
| Control Method | Voice | Touch |
| Compatible Devices | MP3 Player, Smartphone, Tablet | Car |
| Impedance | 4 Ohms | 4 ohm |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo | — |
| Antenna Location | Car Audio | — |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 6.5 Inches | — |
| Maximum Range | 10 Meters | — |
| Speaker Size | 6.5 Inches | — |
What reviewers say
BIO-6-5-COX 6.5" Coaxial Car Speakers, Pair
Buyers rate it highly, with several calling the sound clean and clear for the money. The main complaint is weak low end, and some owners say their factory speakers had more bass.
- Clean, clear sound
- Good punch on mids and highs
- Repeat CT Sounds buyers rate it highly
- Fast delivery and solid build quality
- Not much low-end output
- Factory speakers handled bass better for some
- Some hoped for stronger lows
JBL Stage2 624
Owner feedback on JBL's Stage coaxial line is generally positive on value and clarity for the money, with complaints centered on bass and durability in damp doors.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for running off a stock head unit?
- The JBL Stage2 624, because its 91 dB sensitivity gets more volume from the roughly 15-20W a stock radio delivers. The CT Sounds pair wants more power to show its advantage.
- Which handles more amplifier power?
- The CT Sounds BIO-6-5-COX. It is rated 100W RMS per pair against 35W RMS for the JBL, so it suits a small amp better.
- Will the JBL Stage2 624 fit my 6.5-inch doors?
- Verify before buying. The JBL listing gives a 5.25 in size and a 2-1/16 in mounting depth, which conflicts with the 6.5-inch class name. Measure your cutout and depth first.
- Which has better bass?
- Neither is a bass speaker. The CT Sounds pair has a polypropylene woofer but some buyers say low end is thin. The JBL has no published low-frequency figure. Plan on a subwoofer for real bass.
- Is the CT Sounds pair worth it over the JBL?
- Yes if you have 6.5-inch cutouts and plan to add an amp, since it takes more power and uses a silk-dome tweeter. The JBL makes more sense for a loud, simple stock-radio swap.
- Do either come as a pair with hardware?
- Both are sold as pairs. The CT Sounds box adds grilles, wire and screws. The JBL includes mounting hardware.