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Best 6×8 Speakers 2023
These are my recommendations for best 6×8 speakers in 2023.
There is something special about toying with your car.
Yeah, it's used to get you from point A to B, but that doesn't mean the journey shouldn't be as fun as possible.
While I'm not that well versed in popping a brand new crank into the thing and making my fuel pump louder than my engine, I do know a thing or two about audio.
Factory car speakers are a bit dull, faint, and aren't nearly as cool as aftermarket ones. Getting a banging stereo for your car is the first step to any aftermarket build, but with so many products on the market, one could simply get lost in the selection.
Best 6×8 Speakers 2023 Review
1. Pyle PL683BL: Best 6×8 Speakers 2023 Under 100
2. Pioneer TS-A6880F
3. Rockford Fosgate P1683: Best 6×8 2023 3-Way Coaxial Speakers
4. Infinity KAPPA-86CFX: Best 6×8 2023 2-Way Coaxial Speakers
5. Alpine Pair R-S68
Benefits of Upgrading Your 6×8 Speakers
Speaker Materials
Woofer Cone Materials
Woofer Surround Materials
Tweeter Materials
Can you fit 6×9 speakers in a 6×8?
Are 5×7 and 6×8 speakers the same?
Best 6×8 Speakers Under 100
Best 6×8 3-Way Coaxial Speakers
6" x 8" Car Sound Speaker (Pair) - Upgraded...
Rockford Fosgate P1683 Punch 6"x8" 3-Way Coaxial...
Infinity KAPPA-86CFX 6" x 8" Two-Way Car Audio...
70-20000 Hz
2.5 Ohm
Power Handling
180 Watts Rms / 360 Watts Max
65 Watts RMS / 130 Watts Max
After doing some testing, I've found five fantastic 6×8 speakers that fit perfectly with my car and stereo preferences, and I'll list my top picks below.
So without further ado, let's get into it, shall we?
Pyle is one of the top manufacturers of speakers in the world today. Not only are they known for their trademark quality, but also for their quirky and user-orientated design features.
This particular model shows quite a lot of promise from the moment you take it out of the box. When it arrived, the first thing I had noticed was the slick, sexy, and sleek body, which made me want to display them instead of hiding them behind the speaker box.
Secondly, I was taken aback by the weight of these speakers. They are in no sense of the word light, which is a good thing. That means that they're composed of heavy-duty materials, something you expect from a manufacturer like Pyle.
After reading up on these speakers, I've found out that they have a 40 oz magnet structure, which explains their weight.
I like that they have a butyl rubber surround combined with a polymer cone – as it shows the perfect ratio of durable materials without being too snarky, or expensive for that matter.
Technicality-wise, these speakers do deliver an impressive sound. With a power output of 360 watts and surround sound capabilities, you can turn your meek sound system into a boomin', and bumpin' mean machine in no time at all.
These speakers have a 70Hz–20Khz frequency response range, which is quite impressive considering their affordability.
Just like most Pyle speakers, these also have the 1″ A.S.V. voice coil, which ensures a fantastic, clear, and crisp sound. Pyle, while well known for their outstanding car speakers, is not known for their D.I.Y. friendly design.
While this product does come as a kit with all the mounting, screws, and grilles, installing it could be a little tricky if you haven't done it before, and that's mostly due to the relatively shallow design of these speakers.
These were one of the most affordable options on this list, but don't let their price tag fool you. Not only are these a fantastic option for their price, but they also exceeded my already high expectations.
Very affordable speakers
Outstanding performance
Tough to install
Lack of unique features
Pioneer is the Pioneer of music, sound, and deafening car stereos.
If you've ever heard of any audio tech company, you've likely already heard of Pioneer. Without a doubt, this brand is one of the most popular manufacturers in this industry, and I do understand why.
Consistency is the key to why Pioneer has remained on top of their game for over eight decades, and their car speakers are just an ode to their quality and brand value.
Sentiments aside, these particular speakers were just what I had expected from a brand like Pioneer and the price I paid for them.
They were stern, sturdy, looked fantastic, and sounded even better. I don't think that you can much better look than a sleek Pioneer 6×8. Not only does the material composition of this speaker scream quality, but it looks very good as well.
It has a power output of a staggering 350 watts, which is more than any reasonable music connoisseur could ever hope to have.
Once you look into the technical terms, you'll find that these speakers have Twin 11mm polyethylene terephthalate tweakers, which sounds like something straight out of a sci-fi flick.
Sound-wise, I was taken back by these speakers. Nothing I haven't expected of Pioneers in this price range, but the sound was so clean and crisp that you could virtually eat off of it. These speakers have some pretty impressive bass, which is not too common with car speakers.
One thing I have to note about these speakers is that installing them into my Miata for testing was an absolute pleasure.
I've been testing car speakers for a while now and have a little set up for it, and I've gotten quite handy with the wiring and mounting – but these Pioneers are fool-proof. Installing them was almost as pleasurable as listening to the highs and mids accompanied by the fat bass.
Bullet-proof build
Extraordinary highs and mids
Only decent lows
Everyone that has ever read any of my speaker reviews will know that I have a soft spot for Rockford. Not only do they offer superb sounding speakers, but they're also known for their reliability and their fantastic performance.
These particular speakers are just like all of the other Rockford speakers I've had the pleasure of reviewing – well built, great-sounding, and as durable as an 80s Volvo.
The additional charm comes from the fact that you can install these in virtually any car with a sound system – they're just so adaptable.
My Miata loves them, and after reading up on the reports of others, I've found that they fit and work just as well in any car, regardless of year, make, and model.
They're not nearly as powerful as other options on this list, as their maximum power output is 130 watts per speaker, but they're three-way-speakers, meaning they generate sound from the woofer, tweaker, and the mid-range.
That provides for the best possible sound on the market, and when combined with Rockford's familiarly affordable price tag – this might be the best bump for your buck.
These speakers' clarity is fantastic, as their resistance is capped at four ohms, which is the industry standard for such speakers.
I don't usually talk about modulation with speakers, and that's because most of the car speakers I've reviewed are two way, sound speakers.
With three-way sound speakers like these, you can play with the equalizer and modulation to get the perfect sound. It took me no more than a couple of minutes to save a couple of presets for songs and genres I liked, and I'm sure that you can master this in no time at all – it's just so simple.
Because of their relatively normal performance and frequency range, they don't require any additional equipment to run as smoothly as possible – they work on most stock stereos and most stock amps. All you need to do is replace your old 6×8 speakers with these and enjoy the additional sound quality, bass, and treble.
Three-way speakers
Superb sound
Easy modulation
Not as powerful
Infinity is a name that you don't see too often in any of my reviews, and that's not because they're bad. Don't get me wrong – these are near-perfect car speakers – they just suffer from one critical issue that makes them non-appealing to most people.
Most Infinity speakers are expensive, and getting a pair for your car doesn't always work out too well.
They don't work with all car brands and models, but when they do work – oh boy, will you know it. I got these for a surprisingly low price on a timed deal, and that's the only reason I had considered them in the first place.
I was genuinely taken back by these speakers' capabilities both in regards to their sheer output and the clarity of the sound.
I test the sound in more ways than one, but I usually give most of my attention to how they sound to me, and these sounded just like a high-end pair of car speakers should.
With a power output of 300 Watts and a weight of over five and a half pounds, these speakers scream quality, durability, and endurance – quite literally.
If you're a person that likes to feel bees in their teeth, you'll love the bass that these puppies are capable of producing. Shattered eardrums, here we come!
While these speakers are expensive, their remarkable features justify the price ten times over. I didn't get a mere "bang" for my buck with these speakers – I got a sonic boom.
Superb sound quality
Ear-wrecking bass
Unprecedented clarity
Slightly expensive
Are you the type of person in love with a potent bass, a sound that's so clear, and the modulation composition that seems like Ennio Morricone himself did it? I know I am, and if you are one of these people, you can't go wrong with this option.
I've always heard tall tales that Alpine speakers were the best that the industry had to offer, but I hadn't expected them to be this good.
The price, however, is almost as hair raising as the sound itself, but that's okay. I believe that everyone should treat themselves to a decadent gift like this from time to time.
On to the technicalities – these speakers have a power output at 300 Watts, which makes them pretty standard. They're two-way speakers and have an impedance value of four ohms. Their frequency response is where these speakers shine, as it's anywhere between 63Hz and 29Khz.
I genuinely, wholly adore the way that these speakers look and feel in your hands. They have just the right amount of weight and seem so sleek to the touch that they're practically irresistible. The material composition of these speakers is outright decadent.
They're made out of virtually unavailable materials in other speakers, such as high-end hybrid fiber cone lining and silk dome tweeter.
The lows are just as clear and potent as the highs, and the mids aren't half bad either.
What takes me back with these speakers is the H.A.M.R. surround sound, which makes you feel like you're in an opera house, no matter if you're listening to Hip Hop or death metal.
I was looking forward to slick Alpine grills, but I didn't get any with these, which is a real bummer since they were so expensive — all in all, a killer speaker for a murdered out ride – if you can afford it.
Extraordinary materials
Good modulation
Great frequency response
It's important to cover what upgrading your 6×8 means and does to your car stereo. The 6×8 speakers are most often used in automotive stereos, and more often than not, the ones that come from the factory aren't all that great.
By upgrading to aftermarket 6×8 speakers, you can improve the overall loudness, bass, and sound quality of the music in (or out) of your vehicle.
Many stock speakers aren't made for people who like to bump their tunes loud, and by using a subwoofer, improved car speakers, and a decent amplifier, you can turn your car stereo from a pair of headphones to a concert-loud system.
If you're running on an older vehicle such as myself, upgrading your car speakers won't only improve their loudness, it will improve the sound quality by a considerable amount.
Through the use of O.E.M. speakers, you can even include surround sound elements into your old car, all while improving upon the bass, treble, and sheer loudness of your car stereo.
Like anything else around us, a testament to good speakers are the materials used in their construction.
Speakers come in all shapes, sizes, and costs – and while the cheaper options might look like a million bucks, you can rest assured that they will be lacking in some departments.
While you can get a fantastic and affordable deal, there is no such thing as a perfect speaker. I believe that chasing perfection is a fool's game, but you can get pretty damn close if you know what you're looking for.
Below, I'll give you some basic info on the three most important materials that make up a 6×8 speaker, as well as some things you need to look out for.
The woofer cone is one of the most important parts of a speaker. The material that the woofer cone is made up of dictates the sound. The most popular materials used to manufacture woofer cones are:
Aramid Fiber
All of these have their unique benefits and drawbacks, but Polypropylene is considered the best out of the bunch for its price-quality ratio. The best performance-wise is probably Aramid Fiber, but woofer cones made out of it tend to be wildly expensive compared to other materials.
The subwoofer surround materials also have a very important impact on the sound quality of the speaker itself.
Almost every speaker's component influences its sound to some extent, but the materials used in woofer surround can either make or break a speaker. The three most popular materials used for this purpose are:
Rolled Paper
All three of these are popular, and all of them have their distinct features.
Plastic surround materials are the most common due to their reliability and affordability. Rubber surround materials are generally better than plastic in almost every way but tend to be expensive.
Paper, on the other hand, is a completely different story. Paper surrounds can either be the best that the industry has to offer or the worst – it all depends on who is using it and how they're using the material.
In general, the paper is the best for sound if used and manufactured properly – the price is usually a good indicator.
The tweeter is the part of the speaker that's responsible for the treble.
Tweeters have the widest selection of materials, the most extravagant of which is probably synthetic diamonds. The most popular tweeter material is either Aluminium or Titanium because they have fantastic properties when it comes to sound.
Below I'll answer some of the questions related to 6×8 speakers.
Yes, no, and maybe – it depends on your car. In most cases, you can install 6×9 speakers in place of 6×8 speakers, but you'll have to do some D.I.Y. beforehand.
They're not going to fit outright, so you'll have to take measurements and install adapter plates. Unless your car is over-engineered to the point where there isn't enough room for one more inch of speakers, you should be fine.
Again, yes and no. While the two are the same speakers, they have different mounting hole locations. You can theoretically swap the two, but you'll need to do some light modification to your speaker bracket to make sure they fit. For more info, go to our 5×7 speakers guide.