{"product_id":"monitor-audio-all-weather-awc265-t2-6-inch-stereo-in-ceiling-speaker","title":"Monitor Audio All Weather AWC265-T2 6-inch Stereo In-ceiling Speaker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMonitor Audio AWC265-T2 All Weather In-Ceiling Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeather-resistant single-speaker stereo in-ceiling speaker with a 6.5-inch C-CAM bass driver, twin 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters, and IP55-rated construction for outdoor and high-moisture spaces where stereo sound still matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC265-T2 is the smart answer when a normal stereo pair is not practical, but the install space is still exposed to moisture, temperature swings, or outdoor conditions. Monitor Audio describes it as an all-weather model with twin angled tweeters designed to deliver high-performance stereo sound from a single unit where space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives it a very specific role. Covered alfresco areas, bathrooms, ensuites, pool zones, and tighter outdoor entertaining spaces are exactly the sort of places where one speaker position may be all you have, but mono sound would feel like the wrong compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStereo from a Single Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA cleaner solution when space is tight but you still want proper left and right playback\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole point of the AWC265-T2 is in the layout. It uses a 6.5-inch C-CAM cone bass driver and 2 x 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters, with the tweeters twinned and angled to deliver stereo sound from one speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat matters because a lot of outdoor or wet-area installs simply do not have the room for a proper stereo pair. This gives you a much more sensible one-speaker stereo answer than trying to force a mono ceiling speaker to do the wrong job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Outdoor and High-Moisture Environments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA smarter option when a standard ceiling speaker is not enough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC265-T2 is IP55 certified and built with weather-resistant materials and fittings, including EPDM barriers, stainless fixing screws, and an SS430 stainless steel trimless grille. It also uses non-ferrous samarium cobalt magnets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not just a stereo ceiling speaker. It is a stereo ceiling speaker designed to survive the sorts of places where normal architectural speakers are often the wrong choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProper Monitor Audio Driver Tech in a Tougher Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt to sound sorted, not just survive the environment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC265-T2 uses Monitor Audio’s C-CAM driver systems in an all-weather design, with a published specification of 60Hz – 30kHz frequency response, 88dB sensitivity with both channels driven, 8 + 8 ohms nominal impedance, and 60W RMS power handling. Recommended amplifier power is 20 – 60W.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, that gives the AWC265-T2 enough substance to work properly for music and general system duties in harder environments, rather than just functioning as background-fill hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStraightforward Installation with Useful Grille Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical fitment and optional square grille support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC265-T2 uses 3 position Tri-Grip dog leg fixings, 2 x (2 pairs) gold plated push style terminals, 88.5mm mounting depth, and a 211mm cut-out. It also supports the CM-B pre-construction bracket, CSM-BOX back box, and AWC 6.5-inch Square Grilles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat keeps it practical for new builds and better-planned installations, while still giving some flexibility in the final visible finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMonitor Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAWC265-T2\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAll Weather In-Ceiling Speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSpeaker Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSingle-Speaker Stereo\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e60Hz – 30kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity (1W@1M)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e88 dB (both channels driven)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e8 + 8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e105.8 dBA\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePower Handling (RMS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e60 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eRecommended Amplifier Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e20 – 60 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eDrivers\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e6.5-inch C-CAM cone bass driver, 2 x 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters (fixed angle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eHF Level Switch (+3 dB \/ 0 dB \/ -3 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e2 x (2 pairs) Gold plated push style terminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOverall Diameter (Including Grille)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e251.71 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOverall Depth (Including Grille)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e93.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCut-Out Hole Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e211 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMounting Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e88.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOptional Square Grille Outer Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e249 x 249 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFixing Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e3 position Tri-Grip dog leg fixings\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eConstruction Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMineral Filled PC-ABS Polymer (UL V0 Fire Retardant, RoHS2 Compliant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eGrille\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSS430 Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMagnets\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSamarium Cobalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e-34°C to 79°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e2.04 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePre-Construction Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCM-B\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBack Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCSM-BOX\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSold As\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSingle Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eLifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWeather Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eIP55 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor those who like to drag out all the useful bits\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView full technical specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCore Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAll weather in-ceiling speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSingle-speaker stereo format\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned for high-performance stereo sound where space is limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuilt for outdoor and high-moisture environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIP55 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDriver Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e6.5-inch C-CAM cone bass driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 x 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFixed-angle twin tweeter design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 60Hz – 30kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 88 dB (both channels driven)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNominal impedance: 8 + 8 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: 105.8 dBA\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePower handling: 60W RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended amplifier power: 20 – 60W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAdjustment and Set-Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHF level switch:\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e+3 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e-3 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdjustable at the point of installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWeather-Resistant Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEPDM barriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStainless fixing screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSS430 stainless steel trimless grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNon-ferrous samarium cobalt magnets\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOperating temperature range: -34°C to 79°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOverall diameter including grille: 251.71 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOverall depth including grille: 93.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCut-out hole diameter: 211 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMounting depth: 88.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFixing type: 3 position Tri-Grip dog leg fixings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 x (2 pairs) gold plated push style terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConstruction material: Mineral Filled PC-ABS Polymer (UL V0 Fire Retardant, RoHS2 Compliant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAccessories and Grilles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePre-construction bracket: CM-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBack box: CSM-BOX\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional AWC 6.5-inch Square Grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional square grille can be used with this model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWeight and Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.04 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSold as a single unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Audio Experts Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC265-T2 makes a lot of sense when the brief is awkward in a very specific way: you need stereo sound, but you only have one speaker position, and that speaker also has to live in a damp or exposed environment. That is exactly the problem this model solves. The twin tweeters are the real story, and the all-weather build means it is doing that job in places where a normal ceiling speaker is often the wrong tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we like here is that it still looks like a proper Monitor Audio product, not a compromised utility speaker. The C-CAM driver, Gold Dome tweeters, IP55 rating, stainless hardware, and lifetime warranty all make it a very sensible option for bathrooms, alfresco spaces, and other tighter zones where a stereo pair is not realistic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new. 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