Key Specs:

• Nominal Diameter: 6-1/2"
• Power Handling (RMS): 70 watts
• Power Handling (MAX): 140 watts
• Impedance: Dual Voice Coil, 2 Ω + 2 Ω
• Frequency Response: 25-1,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 83 dB 2.83V/1m
• Voice Coil Diameter: 1.5"
• Maximum Linear Excursion: 12mm

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The MX6-22 was developed to offer exceptional performance at an attractive price. Dayton Audio invested in custom toolings, premium components, and refined mechanical geometries to deliver an impressive performance-to-value ratio.

Its paper cone is paired with a full-coverage inverted dust cap that completely fills the cone profile. This creates a clean, modern appearance while increasing overall stiffness for stable pistonic motion during high excursion. The custom rubber surround supports extended stroke and includes reinforcement to resist fatigue over years of repeated use. Its wraparound design increases bonding surface area, improving long-term durability when the driver is pushed hard.

A precision-tooled steel frame provides the mechanical clearance required for deep excursion and supports the large ferrite magnet structure. Combined, these elements allow the MX6-22 to deliver output and aesthetics that exceed expectations for its price class.

Thermal performance is a defining strength of the MX6-22. Its airflow strategy is designed to maintain stability and prevent heat buildup during extended operation.

The 4-layer copper voice coil is wound on a vented aluminum former, allowing heat to transfer rapidly away from the coil and into the moving air stream. A four-layer winding increases thermal mass and improves power handling while maintaining control and sensitivity. Airflow is enhanced further through venting above and below the spider, continuously flushing heat away from the motor and coil.

A vented pole piece and gap vents introduce additional cooling pathways as the coil moves through the magnetic field. These combined features enable the MX6-22 to handle up to 70 watts RMS with very low power compression, maintaining consistent performance during demanding program material.

The MX6-22 features a high-energy motor engineered for linearity and precision across its full excursion range. The BL curve remains symmetrical during both inward and outward travel, producing tight, controlled bass even when operating near the limits of its stroke.

An internal aluminum shorting sleeve reduces inductance variation as the coil moves, lowering distortion and smoothing frequency response. This yields cleaner midbass reproduction, better clarity under high-output conditions, and improved predictability when integrating with main speakers.

The strong motor force contributes to the driver’s low Qts, making it particularly well suited for compact sealed or vented enclosures. With dual 2-ohm voice coils, builders can configure the driver’s impedance to match a wide range of amplifiers, maximizing efficiency and system output.