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  3. OSD Black Series T69 MKII vs OSD Black Series SC800D

OSD Black Series T69 MKII vs OSD Black Series SC800D Comparison

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Passive In-wall | 65-20k Hz

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OSD Black Series T69 MKII vs OSD Black Series SC800D Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Black Series T69 MKII and SC800D, two Passive In-wall speakers by OSD.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of OSD Black Series T69 MKII and OSD Black Series SC800D first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsOSD Black Series T69 MKIIOSD Black Series SC800D
BrandOSD
United States · founded 2003
OSD
United States · founded 2003
Design2-way1-way
Tweeter1"—
Woofer2 x 6.5"8" Polypropylene
Frequency response65-20k Hz40-500Hz
Sensitivity92 dB—
Impedance4 ohms8 ohms
Power range—up to 300 watts
Weight16.33kg / 35.9lbs10.43kg / 22.9lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)—20.2500" x 14.5000" x 4.0625"
515.0 x 369.0 x 104.0mm

Black Series T69 MKII and SC800D are members of OSD's Black series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.

OSD Black Series History
Model Body Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
OSD Black Series SC800D
In-wall 40-500Hz 8Ω 1 x 8"
OSD Black Series T69 MKII
In-wall 65-20k Hz 92 dB4Ω 2 x 6.5"
OSD Black T55E MKII
  
Surround 100-20k Hz 87 dB4Ω 1 x 5.25"

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.


Drivers

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Black Series T69 MKII is a 2-way design whereas the SC800D is a 1-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Tweeter - 1 inchMidrange - 6.5 inchWoofer - 6.5 inchWoofer - 6.5 inch
OSD Black Series T69 MKII
Woofer - 8 inch
OSD Black Series SC800D

TweeterMidrangeWoofer

Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.

Driver OSD Black Series T69 MKII OSD Black Series SC800D
Driver Setup 2-way 1-way
Tweeter 1-inch -inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 2 x 6.5-inch 1 x 8-inch

Black Series T69 MKII features a 1" Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Woofer. On the other hand, the SC800D features a " Tweeter and 1 x 8" Polypropylene Woofer.

Frequency Response

Black Series T69 MKII has a frequency range of 65-20k Hz whereas SC800D has a frequency range of 40-500Hz. With a minimum frequency of 40Hz, the SC800D can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Black Series T69 MKII's min frequency of 65Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the In-wall class in our database.

Low Frequency

In-wall Speakers

Black Series T69 MKII
SC800D
Min
Average
Median

Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

Black Series T69 MKII features Binding post type posts and SC800D has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Physical Specs

The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare OSD Black Series T69 MKII's and OSD Black Series SC800D's external dimensions. OSD Black Series T69 MKII has external dimensions of () whereas OSD Black Series SC800D has external dimensions of 515.0 x 369.0 x 104.0mm (20.2500-inch x 14.5000-inch x 4.0625-inch).

OSD Black Series T69 MKII is 72.3mm narrower and 104mm less deeper than OSD Black Series SC800D but it is also 486.5mm taller.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of OSD Black Series T69 MKII and OSD Black Series SC800D in scale.

OSD Black Series T69 MKII vs OSD Black Series SC800D Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of OSD Black Series T69 MKII and OSD Black Series SC800D Size and External Dimensions
Weight Comparison

The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The OSD Black Series T69 MKII weighs 16.33kg / 35.9lbs and the OSD Black Series SC800D weighs 10.43kg / 22.9lbs. This makes the Black Series T69 MKII 57% heavier than the SC800D.

Here is a comparison of how Black Series T69 MKII and SC800D's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive In-wall class.

Weight
All In-wall Speakers
OSD Black Series T69 MKII
OSD Black Series SC800D
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of OSD Black Series SC800D?

Here are the items that come with the SC800D:
  • In-wall passive subwoofer
  • Grille
  • 10 Screws
  • 2 Self-adhesive rubber pads
  • Cutout Template
  • Install Guide


Reasons to choose OSD Black Series T69 MKII over OSD Black Series SC800D

Driver Setup 2-way vs 1-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
High Frequency Response 20k Hz vs 1k Hz Generates higher frequency
Base Surface Area 0cm2 vs 383cm2 Takes less floor space

Reasons to choose OSD Black Series SC800D over OSD Black Series T69 MKII

Nominal Impedance 8 ohms vs 4 ohms Less selective with amplifiers
Woofer Size 8 inches vs 6.5 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 40 Hz vs 65 Hz Generates deeper bass
Passive Radiator 1 x 10-inch vs None Increases the bass performance
Height 515mm vs 1001mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Price per pair* 300USD vs 1800USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

OSD Black Series T69 MKII vs OSD Black Series SC800D Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General OSD Black Series T69 MKII OSD Black Series SC800D
Brand OSD OSD
Speaker Type Passive In-wall Speaker Passive In-wall Speaker
Sensitivity 92 dB n/a
Impedance 4 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 65-20k Hz 40-500Hz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 2 1
Woofer Size 6.5" 8"
Woofer Composition Polypropylene
Woofer Surround Material n/a Rubber
Tweeter Size 1" -
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver 6.5" No
Physical Specs
Height 1001.5mm (39.4") 515.0mm (20.3")
Width 296.7mm (11.7") 369.0mm (14.5")
Depth mm (0") 104.0mm (4.1")
Weight 16.33kg (35.9lbs) 10.43kg (22.9lbs)
Enclosure In-wall
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Biamp Inputs n/a No
Other
Parts Warranty Limited Lifetime 10 Years
Labor Warranty Limited Lifetime 10 Years

Verdict

Siblings in OSD's Black series, so they share a family sound. It comes down to size, output and price.

AreaBetterWhy
BassBOSD Black Series SC800D digs deeper - 40Hz against 65Hz.
Amplifier matchBOSD Black Series SC800D is the easier load at 8 ohms; the other is 4 ohms and wants an amplifier rated for it.
PriceBOSD Black Series SC800D is cheaper - $300 against $1,800, about 83% less; arguably a different class.

A OSD Black Series T69 MKII  B OSD Black Series SC800D
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

OSD Black Series SC800D is the easier recommendation: it leads on most of the measured areas and costs less. Take OSD Black Series T69 MKII if its size, looks or fit in your room suit you better. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 65Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. If your amplifier is modest, vintage or valve-based, OSD Black Series SC800D is the safer partner - the other will want more current or more watts to sound its best.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.


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