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Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) Review
Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) - Front View

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Main Features

  • 1.1" Tweeter
  • 30-42k Hz Frequency Response
  • 85 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range: 20-250 Watts
  • Weight: 80.70 lbs / 36.60 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 43.3"x11.5"x11.8" / 1099.8 x 292.1 x 299.7mm
MSRP: $4,499 (list price)
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Made by Aperion · United States · since 1998 · factory-direct only

Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Aperion. It was released in 2023. It features a 1.1" Tweeter and x " Woofer.

3-Way 6.5" HiFi Tower Speaker. Tweeter: 1.1" Aperion Silk-dome Tweeter with Proprietary Coating Midrange: 2" Soft-dome Mid-range Driver Woofers: Dual (2) 6.5" A.F.G. Cone Long-Throw Mid-bass.

The speaker has a frequency range of 30-42k Hz and a sensitivity of 85 dB. Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) has an MSRP of 8998$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
Very Large RoomPoor

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2. Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

Frequency Response of the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) Speaker

Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) has a Frequency response range of 30-42k Hz and Power Range of 20-250 Watts watts. With a minimum frequency of 30 Hz, Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.

Here we have a comparison of how Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)'s Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
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Among the speakers in our database priced under $10,000 a pair, these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have deeper bass than the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)'s 30Hz:

  • PSB Synchrony T600 with Low Frequency of 24 Hz (Compare w/ Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE))
  • KLH Kendall with Low Frequency of 25 Hz (Compare w/ Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE))
  • GoldenEar Triton Five with Low Frequency of 26 Hz (Compare w/ Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE))
  • Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G with Low Frequency of 27 Hz (Compare w/ Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE))
  • MartinLogan Motion XT F200 with Low Frequency of 27 Hz (Compare w/ Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE))

Impedance and Sensitivity

Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)'s nominal impedance level is 4 ohms and has a sensitivity of 85 dB.

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Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.

Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.

Sensitivity

With a sensitivity level of only 85 dB, Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps. Work out how loud the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) plays in your room →

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What amplifier does the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 47–500 W per channel into 4 ohms. Set your own conditions and we will rank every amplifier we cover.

We check power, impedance safety and current delivery - not just watts.

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Input Type

Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) features Binding post type connectors.

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Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) External Dimensions and Weight

Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 43.3 x 11.5 x 11.8inch (1099.8 x 292.1 x 299.7mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) is approximately 875.4cm2 / 135.7inch2.

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Weight

The Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) weighs 36.60kg / 80.5lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)'s weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

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Cabinet type and Materials

Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.

Does the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) come with a Grille?

Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE).

  • Speaker Cable and Connectors
    • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
    • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
    • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
  • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
  • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)

Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G
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3-way 90.5 dB 8 ohms 27-35k Hz
KLH Kendall
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3-way 96 dB 8 ohms 25-23k Hz
MartinLogan Motion XT F200
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3-way 92 dB 4 ohms 27-25k Hz
PSB Synchrony T600
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3-way 89 dB 4 ohms 24-23k Hz
GoldenEar Triton Five
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2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 26-35k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)

What amplifier do you need for the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)?

Aperion rates the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) for 20-250 Watts watts of amplifier power. It is a 4-ohm speaker, a demanding load that wants an amplifier rated to drive 4 ohms - many budget receivers are not.

Is the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) easy to drive?

The Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) has a sensitivity of 85 dB. That is on the low side, so it needs more amplifier power than average to reach the same volume.

Does the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) need a subwoofer?

The Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) reaches down to 30Hz (full range 30-42k Hz). That is genuinely deep bass - a subwoofer is optional unless you want home-theatre effects below that.

What drivers does the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) use?

The Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) is a 2-way design using a 1.1" tweeter.

Is the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) sealed or ported?

The Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) uses a Ported enclosure. A ported design uses a tuned vent to get more low-end output from the same driver, but it wants some breathing room behind it.

Does the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) come with grilles?

Yes. The Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)?

The Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) weighs 36.60kg / 80.5lbs each and measures 43.3 x 11.5 x 11.8inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) cost?

The Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $8,998 per pair.


Aperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE) Detailed Specifications

General
BrandAperion
Full Model NameAperion Grandis GR6T 6.5" 3-Way High Fidelity Tower Speaker (SINGLE)
Speaker Type2-way Floor-standing
Power Range20-250 Watts watts
Sensitivity85 dB
Impedance4 ohms
Frequency Response30-42k Hz
Release Date2023
DRIVERS
Woofer Size-inch
Woofer Composition
Tweeter Size1.1-inch

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height1099.8mm ( 43.3-inch)
Width292.1mm ( 11.5-inch)
Depth299.7mm ( 11.8-inch)
Height1099.8mm ( 43.3-inch)
Weight36.6 kg (80.7 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty
Labor Warranty
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