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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Russell Tomaszewski • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Whats the proper speaker wire? 16 gauge 24 gauge ?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Russell,
For runs up to 100ft you can use the standard 16-2 for this speaker. 100-150 ft you should use a 14 gauge, after 150ft I would recommend a 12 gauge speaker cable
CL
We also offer a four conductor 16 and 14 gauge if you were to add an in-line volume control to your outdoor location. The four conductor would be from the Amplifier/Receiver to the Volume control then the 2 conductor to the indivdual speaker. The length to gauge ratio will be the same.
Russell Tomaszewski • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Whats the proper speaker wire? 16 gauge 24 gauge ?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Russell,
For runs up to 100ft you can use the standard 16-2 for this speaker. 100-150 ft you should use a 14 gauge, after 150ft I would recommend a 12 gauge speaker cable
CL
hamish • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
The web description says they're weatherproof but the instructions in the box says they're not waterproof so hide them from the weather under the eaves?! I have attached them to an outside wall exposed to the rain - is the weather going to damage them? If so the online description is misleading.
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
HI Hamish:
These speakers are sealed unlike some of our Patio speakers that feature a tuning port that has tendency to fill the speaker cabinet up with water when exposed to direct rain or snow. The AP525 feature stainless steel componets and rust-proof aluminum grills. You should be fine... some people bring their speakers inside when they know they're not going to listen to them for an extended period.
TL
David Jacobs • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I understand that the sender must be plugged in to an a/c outlet. What are the requirements of the outdoor speakers as to wireing or power?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi David:
These Patio speakers are not wireless. They need a hard wired signal from the music source either the Amplifier or Receiver connected by speaker wire. We recommend 16 gauge two conductor for both the left and right speaker up to 100 foot from the source (14 Gauge for longer runs). The speakers receives the powered signal from the source through the speaker wires. We stock the recommended speaker wire which features a CL3 rating approved for in-wall and outdoor installation. Check out the in-wall speaker wire, CL-3 in 50, 100 and 250 foot lengths under the audio/video cables tab.
TL
Seth Potash • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Can the swivel bracket me mounted on the ceiling and if so, can the bracket be tightened where it attaches to the speaker to keep the speaker in position once mounted?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Seth:
The bracket is designed to mount either vertically or horizontially so the set screws were designed to tighten the speaker in place. You just need to make sure the brackets are secured to the ceiling.
TL