Steg LEO 650C Speakers
140,00 €
Steg LEO 650C is a two-way component car audio system for drivers who want to install the woofer and tweeter separately. Its water-resistant, low-resonance plastic cone is suitable for vehicle mounting locations where some moisture may be present. The 25 mm fabric-dome tweeter and its level switch allow the high-frequency balance to be adjusted. The 60 W RMS rated power and 63 mm mounting depth help with amplifier selection and installation planning.
Steg LEO 650C speakers are a two-way, 165 mm component car audio system. The woofer and tweeter are installed separately, allowing their positions to be adapted to the layout of a particular vehicle interior. This is useful when replacing factory speakers or building a new front sound system.
Construction and materials
The 165 mm speaker uses a low-resonance plastic cone. The cone is also water-resistant, making it suitable for installation areas in a vehicle where some moisture may be present. However, the complete system is not designed for direct exposure to water. The vehicle’s original protection against water and condensation should remain in place at the installation location.
The stamped metal basket provides a rigid base for mounting the speaker. It should be secured evenly against the mounting ring. If the basket is fastened at an angle or subjected to uneven pressure, it may become distorted and interfere with the free movement of the cone.
A vented pole piece provides an airflow path through the speaker’s magnetic assembly. During installation, do not obstruct the rear of the speaker with wiring or sound-insulating material. Sufficient clearance must also be maintained around any mechanisms inside the vehicle.
Tweeter placement
The system includes a separate 25 mm fabric-dome tweeter. Separate installation makes it possible to position the tweeter higher than the woofer. Its orientation can noticeably affect both the brightness of the high frequencies and the perceived height of the stereo image.
Before permanently securing the tweeters, test several possible angles. Tweeters aimed too directly at the listeners may sound brighter. Turning them slightly away from the ears will generally produce a more restrained high-frequency balance. Keep the left and right tweeters in positions that are as similar as possible.
Connections and tweeter level adjustment
An in-line tweeter level switch is fitted to the cable. It allows the tweeter output to be matched to its chosen position and to the acoustic character of the vehicle interior. Compare the available settings by playing the same recording at the same volume. Switch off the audio system before changing the switch position.
The tweeter requires a suitable frequency filter intended for it. Do not connect the tweeter directly to a full-range signal. The available information does not establish whether the filter, wiring and tweeter mounting accessories are included. Route all cables away from window mechanisms, moving trim components and sharp metal edges.
Power and system matching
60 W RMS is the rated continuous power, not a short-term maximum-power figure. Use this rating when comparing the system with an amplifier’s continuous output per channel. Power alone is not enough to determine compatibility. The load supported by the amplifier must also match the nominal impedance of the connected speaker system.
A left channel and a right channel are required to create a stereo soundstage in the vehicle. If additional rear speakers are planned, they will require separate amplifier channels. Do not connect several speaker sets to a single channel without first calculating the combined load.
Planning the installation location
The nominal 165 mm size does not specify the exact diameter of the required mounting opening. Before installation, measure the opening in the vehicle, check the screw positions and confirm the available space behind the trim. If an adapter ring is used, its thickness will reduce the remaining clearance in front of the speaker.
The stated 63 mm mounting depth does not include a protective grille. Allow additional room for the cable connections and the rear section of the speaker. Clearance is also required in front so that the cone can move freely. Neither the trim nor the grille should touch the cone, even when the volume is increased.
Technical specifications
| Model | Steg LEO 650C |
|---|---|
| Product type | Component car audio system |
| Number of ways | 2 |
| Nominal size | 165 mm |
| Cone | Low-resonance plastic cone |
| Cone property | Water-resistant |
| Tweeter | 25 mm fabric-dome tweeter |
| Adjustment | In-line tweeter level switch |
| Pole piece | Vented |
| Speaker basket | Stamped metal |
| Rated power | 60 W RMS |
| Mounting depth | 63 mm, excluding protective grille |
FAQ
Will the system fit a factory 165 mm mounting location?
The nominal size alone does not guarantee an exact mechanical fit. Measure the opening, mounting points and available space behind the speaker. Also account for the thickness of any adapter ring and interior trim.
Where should the tweeters be installed?
Choose similar locations on both sides of the vehicle interior. Before securing them, test their orientation from both the driver’s and passenger’s seats. The final position should provide clear high frequencies without making them excessively bright.
How should the tweeter level be set?
Compare the switch positions while listening to a familiar recording. Use the same volume and leave all other settings unchanged. Select the position in which voices sound clear without becoming harsh or intrusive.
How should I choose an amplifier for this system?
Compare the amplifier’s continuous output per channel with the speakers’ rated power. The nominal impedance of the amplifier and connected speaker system must also be matched correctly. A short-term maximum-power figure should not be used as the primary selection criterion.
Does the water-resistant cone mean the system can be installed outdoors?
No. Water resistance applies to the plastic cone, not to every part of the system. Install the speakers inside the vehicle and protect their connections from direct exposure to water.
How much additional installation space is required?
In addition to the stated 63 mm basket depth, allow room for the cable connections, the rear of the speaker and unrestricted cone movement. The trim or protective grille must not press against the cone or restrict its travel.
Are these speakers intended for a home stereo or home cinema system?
No. This model is designed for a car audio system. Home audio equipment has different installation, enclosure and amplifier-load requirements.
What does a two-way component system mean?
The woofer and tweeter are installed separately. This allows their locations and the direction of the high frequencies to be adapted to the vehicle interior.
