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Powersports Speakers

Open cabs need audio that holds up outdoors. These weather-resistant powersports speakers from Sundown Audio are made for UTVs, side-by-sides, boats and motorcycles, with BPS-6.5 and BPS-8 pro sound coaxials and the PSSB-8000 amplified Bluetooth soundbar.

Check impedance against your amplifier before ordering the coaxials.

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Choosing Powersports Speakers

Soundbar or separate speakers

The PSSB-8000 is an amplified Bluetooth soundbar, so it combines speakers, amplification and wireless streaming in a single unit. It is a simple route to music in a UTV or side-by-side without building a separate system.

The BPS-6.5 and BPS-8 are pro sound coaxials meant for custom pods, roof panels or dash cutouts. They take more planning but let you scale the system with an amplifier and add more speakers over time.

Size and output

Open vehicles lose the cabin gain that helps sound in a car, and engine, wind and tire noise compete with the music. The 8 inch BPS-8 moves more air and suits louder rides, while the BPS-6.5 fits tighter spaces. Plan pod locations so the speakers aim toward riders rather than out into open air.

Power and Installation Tips

Run powersports speakers from an amplifier rather than a head unit to get usable volume over that noise, and match their impedance to the amp's stable load. Use tinned wire, seal every connection with heat shrink, and route cables away from heat and moving suspension parts. Mount the soundbar or pods securely, since vibration on rough terrain is constant.

The electrical system in many UTVs is limited, so check charging output before adding a large amplifier. A dedicated battery and proper fuses and fuse holders protect the vehicle and the system.

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If you are building custom pods, browse 6.5 inch speakers and tweeters, keeping in mind that most car speakers are not designed for direct weather exposure. The full speakers collection lists every size.