KENWOOD
KENWOOD eXcelon KFC-X183C 7" 2-way car speakers
Pair of 7-inch 2-way speakers with carbon polypropylene woofers, silk dome tweeters, 80 W RMS power and 87 dB sensitivity
- TypeSpeaker
- Speaker Size7"
- Woofer Material7.09" Carbon Polyproylene Woofer 0.98" Silk Dome Tweeter
- Peak Power280 W
- RMS Power80 W
- Sensitivity87 dB
- Oversized 7.09" carbon polypropylene woofer delivers deeper bass
- 28% larger diaphragm than previous model improves audio reproduction
- 80 W RMS power handling sustains clean output at high volume
- 87 dB sensitivity extracts more volume from factory head units
- Multi-fit bracket simplifies installation in Dodge, GM, Toyota and Chevrolet vehicles
7-inch eXcelon component speakers
The KENWOOD eXcelon KFC-X183C is a pair of 7-inch two-way car speakers built for drivers who want clearer sound than factory units provide. A 7.09-inch carbon polypropylene woofer and a 0.98-inch silk dome tweeter share the load across the frequency range. The set includes multi-fit brackets that can be trimmed for several popular vehicle brands.
Suited to direct factory replacements
These speakers suit owners who want a straightforward swap using the supplied brackets and 4-ohm impedance that matches most head units. The 87 dB sensitivity works well with standard radio power. Buyers needing deeper bass extension below 63 Hz or higher continuous power than 80 W RMS should consider a dedicated subwoofer or amplifier combination instead.
Steady output at 80 W RMS
Under sustained use the pair handles 80 W RMS without thermal compression, while peak moments reach 280 W. The rubber woofer surround maintains cone control during long passages, and the silk dome tweeter stays smooth at the 17 kHz upper limit. The oversized diaphragm area, 28% larger than the prior design, helps keep distortion low when the volume stays up for extended drives.
Highlights
- Oversized 7.09" carbon polypropylene woofer delivers deeper bass
- 28% larger diaphragm than previous model improves audio reproduction
- 80 W RMS power handling sustains clean output at high volume
- 87 dB sensitivity extracts more volume from factory head units
- Multi-fit bracket simplifies installation in Dodge, GM, Toyota and Chevrolet vehicles
Specifications
| Brand | KENWOOD |
|---|---|
| Series | eXcelon |
| Type | Speaker |
| Speaker Size | 7" |
| Woofer Material | 7.09" Carbon Polyproylene Woofer 0.98" Silk Dome Tweeter |
| Peak Power | 280 W |
| RMS Power | 80 W |
| Sensitivity | 87 dB |
| Frequency Response | 63 Hz |
| Impedance | 4 Ohm |
Questions about this item
Do the 7.09" carbon polypropylene woofers fit the factory openings in my Chevrolet using the included multi-fit brackets?
The multi-fit brackets can be modified for Chevrolet vehicles and the oversized diaphragm is 28% larger than the previous model for improved audio reproduction.
Will the 80 W RMS rating and 4 Ohm impedance match my older factory head unit without an external amplifier?
The speakers handle 80 W RMS at 4 Ohms with 87 dB sensitivity, so they work with factory head units and benefit from additional amplifier power.
How can I verify the speakers are reproducing the full 63 Hz to 17k Hz range after installation?
Play a frequency sweep test tone and listen for clean output down to the low bass and up to the high treble without distortion at your normal listening volume.
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