SKU: OSD-AP525-PAR
OSD AP5255.25" 2-Way Outdoor Patio Speaker Pair w/ Optional 70V Tap, IP54 Rated, White or Black
The OSD Audio AP525 outdoor patio speakers are a popular choice for those looking for exceptional sound and a sleek, modern design. Made of composite resin with a low resonator cabinet, these speakers offer a great value for their price. These outdoor speakers have a power handling of 150W, frequency response of 38Hz to 20kHz +/- 10dB, sensitivity of 90dB, and gold-plated spring-loaded binding posts. They also feature an IP54 rating, powder coated rust-resistant aluminum grille, and full motion bracket. These speakers are sold as a pair and come in black and white colors. The 70V switchable version is also available for professional installation. These weather-resistant speakers are perfect for mid-sized decks, patios and overhangs.
Features:
- Mounting bracket is designed to mount either vertically or horizontally
- Available with 70V switch for commercial installations
- Gold-plated spring compression binding posts for optimum connectivity
- Sturdy fiberglass reinforced plastic frame
- Powder-coated rust-resistant Aluminum grille
Warning: California's Proposition 65
Warning:
This product can expose you to chemicals, including vinyl chloride, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Speaker Type: 5.25" Indoor/ Outdoor Patio Speakers, 70V Optional
- IP54 Rated
- Woofer: 5.25" Water Resistant Treated Paper
- Tweeter: 1" PEI Dome
- Frequency Response: 38Hz to 20kHz +/- 10dB
- Power handling: 150W
- Sensitivity: 90 dB
- Impedance: 8 Ohm w/ Optional 70V Transformer Built-In
- 70V Tap: 32W, 16W, 8W and 4W
- Gold-Plated Spring-Loaded Binding Posts
- Powder Coated Rust Resistant Aluminum Grille
- Full Motion Bracket
- Unit Dimensions: (L x H x D) 10" x 6.5" x 6.5"
- Sold As: Pair
- Colors Available: Black / White
- Weight: 7 lbs Each Speaker
- Warranty: 1 year
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Bill • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Can you recommend an amp that would pair nicely with these speakers? I'm not exactly sure how to match the watts, ohms and all that other stuff. Just want to make sure I get the most out of these speakers. Thanks...
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Bill:
If you are just looking for the best match for powering a single pair of theses speakers within a budget than our AMP120 is your best bet. This is an amplifier referred to as an 8 ohm amp. It features 50 watts of continous output (RMS) with 75 to 100 watts peak power. It has an A and B speaker output so you can connect two pair of 8 ohm speakers but does not recommend playing both speakers at the same time for extended periods. When you connect two 8 ohm speakers (one pair to A and a second pair to B) it cuts the impedance down to 4 ohms and demands more current from the amplifier. This amp will tend to shut off when you drive the two 8 ohm speakers at the same time at high volumes. It actually goes into protection. The better choice is to look at the OSD AMP200 which is considered a high current amplifier which has no problem powering two or even three pair of 8 ohm speakers at the same time at whatever volume. It also features fully discrete components for true audiphile sound quality. This is great building block for a stereo system that can be expanded in the future and the best match if your budget allows it. Thank you for considering OSD, also checkout our full line of speaker selectors and volume controls for additonal options.
TL
Tom • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Would AP525 speakers work well for a ski boat? I'm considering because they can be moved about the boat and hung on the windshield while docked or beached (these would be wired as the rear pair with a fixed pair of Sony 5" x 4ohm speakers wired as front along with an Infinity self powered sub-woofer connected to line level jacks). The receiver/amp is a Jensen JMS2212 with specs as follows:
Operating Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DC 12 Volts
Grounding System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Negative Ground
Speaker Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 ohms per channel
Tone Controls:
Bass (at 100 Hz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : ±10 dB
Treble (at 10 kHz). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : ±10 dB
Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50W x 4
Current Drain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Ampere (max.)
Also, could these Sony 5" speakers be swapped for a pair of your ceiling speakers or some other OSD product?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
HI Tom,
The AP525 will work fine for your application. I would recommend looking for a true Marine audio speaker to replace your Sony speaker. There are a lot of speakers designed for flush-mount application for the Marine industry that work for direct replacement for the Sony with no additional modification.
TL/MA
Thor Johnson • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
How do I compare the AP525 and AP520 speakers? My area is under of the roof of an open porch in coastal New England. I'm powering the porch and small yard, and am replacing 5.25" speakers which have aged with time.
What are the advantages/disadvantages of these two models, please?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Thor:
Both feature excellent sound for the buck,but the Sealed AP520 would be a better choice especially considering your environment (coastal New England). The AP525 is a ported design that you have to consider when finding the proper placement. With the port you need to make sure it does not have direct exposure to the elements where it might fill up with water. i hope that helps.
TL
Patrick • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I'm planning to install one speaker inside a screen porch and the other outside on the side of my house (vinyl siding) for my deck that will be exposed to Minnesota elements. Should I not go with the AP525 since it's ported and get the AP520's? Or what's the best speaker for my situation?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Patrick:
Yes the AP520 would be a better choice because of the Sealed design.
TL
Matt Benes • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I am looking at buying these for my covered patio. What volume controller would you recommend to use with these - the 100W or 300W? I can't remember what my Sony receiver puts out, is it bad to upsize to the 300W when my receiver is only pushing out lets say 50W each? Thanks for you help!
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Matt,
The AP525 are 120 w peak, the volume control is 100 w peak. It would be safe to say this will be fine for your application. But if you ever added a larger speaker you might end up needing the 300W plus the 300W volume control ships free so It might be worth it to just go with the 300 in my opinion.
CL