A Rock Speaker Engineered for Stereo Sound on Its Own
The Klipsch AWR-650-SM, finished in granite, is built differently from a typical single-driver rock speaker: it’s a genuine two-way design with dual tweeters, which lets a single enclosure produce a wider, more spread-out soundstage than one driver alone can manage. That makes it a practical option for spots where placing a matched left/right pair of rocks isn’t realistic — a single planting bed, a small courtyard corner, or a spot near a pool where only one speaker location makes sense.
Dual Voice Coil Woofer, Dual Dome Tweeters
Inside the granite shell, the AWR-650-SM pairs a 6.5" dual voice-coil polymer woofer with two separate 0.75" polymer dome tweeters using neodymium magnets. The dual-tweeter arrangement is what gives this speaker its wider perceived image compared to a single-tweeter rock speaker of similar size, and the polymer driver materials are chosen specifically for their resistance to moisture absorption in an outdoor enclosure.
Wireable Stereo or Mono
Klipsch designed the AWR-650-SM’s internal wiring so it can be configured for either stereo input (using the dual voice coils to accept left and right channels independently) or standard mono operation, giving an installer flexibility depending on whether the rock is being used as a standalone stereo source or as part of a larger multi-speaker zone.
Weatherproof Fiberglass Composite Shell
The enclosure is a bass-reflex fiberglass composite shell with a 45-degree side-firing port, finished with a UV-resistant granite texture that resists fading under direct sun. The same speaker is also available from Klipsch in sandstone and red rock finishes for different landscaping palettes.
Audition the AWR-650-SM in Our Ottawa Showroom
Come hear how the AWR-650-SM’s dual-tweeter design spreads sound from a single enclosure in our showroom, where we can compare it against the PRO-6.5T-RK rock speaker if you’re deciding between a single stereo-capable rock and a matched pair on a 70V zone. Book an appointment and we’ll help with placement and wiring — we deliver and support installation across Canada, not just the Ottawa area.
Product Highlights
- 6.5" dual voice-coil polymer woofer
- Dual 0.75" polymer dome tweeters with neodymium magnets
- Power handling: 50W continuous / 200W peak
- Recommended amplifier power: 100W / 200W peak
- Frequency response: 66Hz–20kHz ±3dB (43Hz low-frequency extension)
- Sensitivity: 94dB @ 2.83V/1m
- Impedance: 8 ohms compatible
- Enclosure: fiberglass composite, bass-reflex, 45° side-firing port
- Wireable for stereo or mono operation
- Finish: Granite (also available in Sandstone and Red Rock)
- Dimensions: 17" H x 15" W x 11" D
- Weight: 13 lbs
- Warranty: Klipsch Indoor/Outdoor Speakers warranty — limited LIFETIME warranty on parts and labour
What's in the Box
- Klipsch AWR-650-SM rock speaker (granite)
- Wiring hardware
- Owner’s manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one AWR-650-SM really deliver stereo sound on its own?
Its dual-tweeter, dual voice-coil design is built to spread the soundstage wider than a single-driver rock speaker can, which reads as a more spacious, stereo-like image from one enclosure — though for critical listening, a true left/right pair will still image more precisely than any single speaker.
What’s the difference between the AWR-650-SM and the PRO-6.5T-RK rock speakers?
The AWR-650-SM is a residential model with a dual-tweeter, stereo-capable design meant to run off a standard amplifier or receiver, while the PRO-6.5T-RK is built around Klipsch’s 70V/100V PRO-series platform for larger, multi-speaker distributed zones. We can help determine which fits your system.
Does the granite finish hold up to Canadian winters left outdoors year-round?
The fiberglass composite shell and UV-resistant finish are built for year-round outdoor exposure. As with any outdoor speaker, we recommend confirming wiring and drainage at installation to avoid water pooling around the enclosure base over the winter.
