XS-690ES

The Sony XS-690ES is one of the best-performing 6x9 coaxial speakers in Sony’s Mobile ES lineup and is widely regarded as a premium OEM-replacement speaker for customers wanting exceptional sound quality without moving to a full component setup. It combines strong midbass output, smooth highs, and impressive imaging while remaining easier to install than component speakers.

The biggest strengths of the XS-690ES are its:

• Excellent midbass response
• Smooth non-fatiguing highs
• High-resolution audio capability
• Strong power handling
• Clean staging for a coaxial speaker

It’s commonly used in:

• Front doors of trucks
• Rear deck applications
• Harley saddlebag lids
• SQL daily-driver builds
• Premium factory-system upgrades

Key Features

• 6x9" 2-way coaxial speaker pair
• Hi-Res Audio compatible
• MRC (Mica Reinforced Cellular) aramid fiber woofer
• 1" synthetic soft-dome tweeter
• Separated Notch Edge surround
• Five-beam anti-resonance frame
• Dynamic Air Diffuser cooling design
• High-output ferrite motor
• Wide frequency response up to 40kHz

Performance Specifications

• RMS Power: 110W
• Rated Power: 90W
• Peak Power: 330W
• Frequency Response: 35Hz–40kHz
• Sensitivity: 90 dB
• Impedance: 4Ω
• Speaker Configuration: 2-way coaxial
• Weight: 3.2 lbs each speaker

Sound Characteristics
Most reviewers describe the XS-690ES as:

• Very detailed
• Warm but accurate
• Excellent vocal clarity
• Strong upper-mid detail
• Tight punchy midbass
• Smooth highs without harshness