Hertz
Hertz HMX 6.5 S-LD-G165 6.5" Marine Coaxial LED Speakers
Best marine speakers for boaters seeking durable sound and vibrant lighting.
Elevate your boating experience with the Hertz HMX 6.5 S-LD-G165 Marine Coaxial LED Speakers. Engineered for the demanding marine environment, these speakers deliver exceptional sound quality and durability. Featuring integrated RGB LED lighting, they create a captivating ambiance on your vessel. The robust construction, including ASA plastic grilles and a polypropylene cone, ensures resistance to corrosion and high humidity. With IP65 certification and ASTM-B117 salt fog testing, these speakers are built to perform season after season, providing years of musical enjoyment on the open water.
$540.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
148
/ 495
#148 in Marine Speakers
Price vs Category Average
+77%
Above average
Nominal Size
6.5165
/ inches ( mm)
Who it's for
- Boat owners needing reliable gear for harsh saltwater environments
- Party hosts wanting to customize their boat's nighttime aesthetic
- Audiophiles demanding crisp sound quality over loud engine noise
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious boaters looking for a basic audio upgrade
- DIY installers wanting a quick and simple plug-and-play setup
- Users preferring a streamlined system without extra hardware components
Performance breakdown
Marine Durability
IP65 certification and salt fog testing ensure survival in harsh environments.
Acoustic Fidelity
Coaxial design delivers crisp, balanced audio across the open water.
Visual Customization
Integrated RGB lighting adds a vibrant, modern aesthetic to any vessel.
Installation Ease
Standard flush-mount design simplifies the upgrade process for most boaters.
Build Robustness
UV-resistant materials and corrosion-proof hardware guarantee long-term structural integrity.
Design Versatility
Paintable grilles allow for seamless integration with your boat's color scheme.
Key Specs
Nominal Size
6.5 inches (165 mm)
Speaker Type
Coaxial (2-way)
Waterproof Rating
IP65 Certified
Grille Material
UV Resistant Plastic
Woofer Material
Polypropylene cone
Certification
Salt Fog Tested (ASTM-B117)
Crossover Type
Built-in passive
Corrosion Resistant Hardware
Yes
Features
- Integrated RGB LED lighting for ambiance
- Durable construction for high-humidity use
- Paintable sports grille for customization
- Coaxial design for easy installation
- Salt fog corrosion resistant
- Dust and water jet protected
- Consistent performance over time
- Designed for open water operation
What customers say
Customers highly value these marine speakers for their superior sound quality and striking visual design. Users consistently report crisp, clear audio performance that holds up well even at high volumes on the water. A major draw is the integrated LED lighting, which reviewers find both functional and aesthetically stunning, significantly enhancing the boat's ambiance. Furthermore, the build quality earns praise, confirming robust durability against harsh marine elements like salt and moisture. While the initial cost is noted, the consensus is that the combination of excellent acoustics, rugged construction, and dazzling illumination provides strong justification for the investment, leading to high overall satisfaction.
Know before you buy
Yes, these speakers carry an IP65 certification, meaning they are fully protected against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets from any direction. They are specifically engineered to withstand the harsh, high-humidity conditions of marine environments.
Yes, the integrated RGB LEDs require a compatible external RGB controller to change colors, adjust brightness, or set lighting patterns. The speakers themselves come wired for connection to your chosen lighting system.
Yes, the sports grilles are designed to be paintable. You can customize them to match your vessel's aesthetic without compromising the structural integrity of the speaker.
These speakers are built with UV-resistant materials and corrosion-resistant hardware. They have been rigorously tested against salt fog according to ASTM-B117 standards to ensure they resist degradation in saltwater environments.
The coaxial design simplifies installation by combining the woofer and tweeter into a single unit, which is standard for flush-mount marine applications. As long as you have the correct cutout size and access to your wiring, it is a straightforward process.
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