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CT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component Speakers vs Massive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker

The CT Sounds Meso is the better pick for anyone who wants a full, separated soundstage and will run an amplifier and a subwoofer. Its three-way design, fiberglass cones, aluminum baskets and silk-dome tweeters give smoother highs and stronger mid-bass than a basic coaxial. The Massive Audio MM6H is a single 6.5-inch coaxial with high 92.6 dB sensitivity, so it plays loud off modest power and drops into a factory location. Owners of the Meso praise its output and build; the MM6H is a simpler, more efficient driver that needs a subwoofer for deep bass.

  • Choose the CT Sounds Meso if you want a true three-way component set with a dedicated midrange and silk tweeter, and you can mount crossovers and tweeters and feed it real amplifier power.
  • Choose the Massive Audio MM6H if you want a simple drop-in 6.5-inch speaker that plays loud off a head unit or small amp and you plan to add a subwoofer for bass.

Prices

  • CT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component Speakers: $197.29 at AliExpress (last seen Nov 13)
  • Massive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker: $39.99 at Massive Audio (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the Massive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker is $157.30 cheaper than the CT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component Speakers at the latest prices (Nov 10 and Nov 13)
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MESO-6-5-3WAY-COM 6.5" 3-Way Component Speaker Set

CT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component Speakers

MESO-6-5-3WAY-COM 6.5" 3-Way Component Speaker Set

4.9(247 ratings)
$197.29at AliExpressChecked Nov 13
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Pros
  • Three-way design separates bass, midrange and highs
  • Fiberglass cones and rubber surrounds hold up in a car door
  • Silk-dome tweeters give smooth, accurate highs
  • Handles 250 W RMS per pair
  • Comes as a pair with crossovers, brackets and wire
Cons
  • Installation is complex: tweeter pods, midrange mounts and crossover placement
  • Lower sensitivity needs more amplifier power for the same volume
  • Needs an amplifier to use its power handling
Massive Audio
Massive Audio MM6H 6.5" MM Series Midrange 4-ohm Car Speaker 280W Peak

Massive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker

Massive Audio MM6H 6.5" MM Series Midrange 4-ohm Car Speaker 280W Peak

$39.99at Massive AudioChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • High 92.6 dB sensitivity plays loud off modest power
  • Simple coaxial drop-in for factory locations
  • Cast basket and strong motor assembly
  • Plays down to 90 Hz with usable mid-bass
Cons
  • Paper cone and cloth surround wear faster than fiberglass and rubber
  • Rolls off at 90 Hz, so deep bass needs a subwoofer
  • Sold each, not as a pair
  • Coaxial tweeter gives less precise staging than a component set

What separates them

CT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component SpeakersMassive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker
Speaker type3-way component set with separate woofer, 3.5-inch midrange and tweeter2-way coaxial with the tweeter built into the 6.5-inch driver
Power handling (RMS)250 W per pair140 W per speaker
Sensitivity89 dB92.6 dB, louder per watt
Frequency rangeDown to 65 Hz resonant frequency90 Hz to 15 kHz
Cone and surroundFiberglass cone, nitrile butadiene rubber surround, aluminum basketHand-treated paper cone, plasticized cloth surround, cast basket
Tweeter25 mm silk-dome tweeter in ferrofluid with N38H motorCoaxial tweeter, no separate silk dome
InstallationNeeds tweeter and midrange mounting plus crossover placementDrops into the factory 6.5-inch location
Sold asPair with crossovers, brackets and wireEach, so two are needed for a pair

Price history

$197.29$39.99
Oct 28Nov 13
  • CT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component Speakers: lowest $197.29 on Nov 13 at AliExpress.
  • Massive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker: lowest $39.99 on Nov 6 at Massive Audio; $39.99 on Nov 11.

Prices at every store

CT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component Speakers

  • CT SoundsNew

    In stock

    $279.99Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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  • Platinum High Performance Solutions, LLC.New

    In stockReturn policy

    $279.99Checked Nov 13
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  • AliExpressNew

    Availability unknownShips from abroad · duties may apply

    $197.29Checked Nov 13
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  • WalmartNew

    Availability unknownSold by CT Sounds

    $249.99Checked Nov 13
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Massive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker

  • Massive AudioNew

    In stock

    $39.99Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • Speedzone PerformanceNew

    In stock

    $39.99+ $21.60 shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Sonic ElectronixReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $69.99Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by rdcarshow

    $71.96Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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Specs compared

SpecCT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component SpeakersMassive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker
RMS Power250 Watts (Pair)—
MAX Power500 Watts (Pair)—
Speaker Type6.5" 3-Way Component—
Voice Coil ConfigurationSingle 4-Ohm—
Voice Coil Size1.4"—
Woofer ConeFiberglass Cone—
Woofer SurroundNitrile Butadiene Rubber Surround—
Woofer BasketAluminum Basket—
Tweeter25mm Silk-Dome Tweeter—
Output SPL89 dB—
Crossover Point2.8 kHz—
Resonant Frequency65 Hz—
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SpecCT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component SpeakersMassive Audio MM6H 6.5" Midrange Speaker
Size—6.5"
Car speaker size class—6.5"
Car speaker type—Full Range - Coaxial Speakers
Rms power rating—140 W
Peak audio power handling—280 W
Speaker elements—2-Way
Loudspeaker sensitivity—92.6 dB
Freq range—90 - 15000 Hz
Woofer size—6.5 in
Impedance

What reviewers say

CT Sounds Meso 6.5" 3-Way Component Speakers

  • 4.9 / 5247 ratings

Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 247 ratings, buyers consistently call the Meso set great-sounding and well built. Several pair it with CT Sounds amplifiers and report a powerful, clean result.

What people mention
  • Sound qualityPraisedBuyers describe the set as sounding great and delivering a powerful, balanced result.
  • Build qualityPraisedOwners call the speakers good quality and well made.
  • Amplifier pairingPraisedSeveral buyers report excellent results running the set off a CT Sounds multi-channel amplifier.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a full soundstage?
The CT Sounds Meso. Its separate midrange and silk-dome tweeter let you aim drivers for staging, which a coaxial cannot match.
Which plays louder off a head unit?
The Massive Audio MM6H. At 92.6 dB it needs less power for the same volume, while the Meso at 89 dB wants an amplifier.
Do I need a subwoofer with either?
The MM6H rolls off at 90 Hz, so a subwoofer is close to mandatory. The Meso reaches lower but still benefits from one for deep bass.
Which lasts longer in a car door?
The Meso. Fiberglass cones, rubber surrounds and aluminum baskets resist moisture and wear better than the MM6H's paper cone and cloth surround.
Is the Meso worth stepping up to?
Yes if you will run an amp and mount components. If you want a quick factory replacement, the MM6H is the easier fit.
How many MM6H speakers do I need?
Two. The MM6H is sold each, while the Meso set includes a pair of woofers, midranges and tweeters.

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4 ohm
Brand—Massive Audio
Rec. use—Car Audio
Rec location—Vehicle
Cutout diameter—5.98 in
Cone composition—Paper
Vehicle fitment type—Universal
Vehicle type—Car
Midrange size—6.5 in
Speaker driver types—Mid-Range Driver
Model—MM6H