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Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker Review
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Main Features

  • 0.98" Folded ribbon Tweeter
  • 6.5" Woven fiber Woofer
  • 60-30k Hz Frequency Response
  • 85 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Weight: 4.20 lbs / 1.91 kg
MSRP: $399 (list price)
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Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker Review
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Made by Emotiva · United States · since 2003 · factory-direct only

Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker is a 2-way Passive In-wall speaker by Emotiva. It was released in 2023. It features a 0.98" Folded ribbon Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Woven fiber Woofer.

2-Way In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker. Tweeter: One 25 x 25mm Airmotiv folded ribbon, aimable over about 40 degrees. Mid/woofer: One 6-1/2 inch woven fiber cone with NBR roll surround. Crossover slope 12 dB/octave.

The speaker has a frequency range of 60-30k Hz and a sensitivity of 85 dB. Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker has an MSRP of 399$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker 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-fieldGood
Small RoomGood
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomPoor
Very Large RoomNo way

(* 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.)

Emotiva's Vaulta Series of Loudspeakers

Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker is a member of Emotiva's Vaulta series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.


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Frequency Response of the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker Speaker

Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker has a Frequency response range of 60-30k Hz at ±3dB. With a minimum frequency of 60 Hz, Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

Here we have a comparison of how Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
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Crossover frequency of the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker?

The crossover frequency of the Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker is set to 3700Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.

Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker driver frequency bands60-3.7kWoofer 6.5"3.7k-30kTweeter 0.98"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms and has a sensitivity of 85 dB.

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8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

With a sensitivity level of only 85 dB, Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker 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 Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker plays in your room →

What amplifier does the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 24–150 W per channel into 8 ohms. Set your own conditions and we will rank every amplifier we cover.

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

Prefer to browse? Integrated amplifiers under $500, or every amplifier we cover.

Input Type

Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker features Spring clip type connectors.

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Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker External Dimensions and Weight

Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) .

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Does the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker come with a Grille?

Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker 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 Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker.

  • 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 Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker

Frequently Asked Questions about Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker

What amplifier do you need for the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker?

The Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker is an 8-ohm speaker, the usual nominal load, so almost any amplifier or receiver can drive it.

Is the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker easy to drive?

The Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker 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 Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker need a subwoofer?

The Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker reaches down to 60Hz (full range 60-30k Hz). That covers most music, though a subwoofer still adds the bottom octave for home theatre.

What drivers does the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker use?

The Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker is a 2-way design using a 0.98" Folded ribbon tweeter and a 6.5" Woven fiber woofer.

How is the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker installed?

The Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker is an in-wall model: it mounts flush into the wall cavity rather than standing in the room, so it needs a cut-out and takes up no floor space.

Does the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker come with grilles?

Yes. The Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker?

The Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker weighs 1.91kg / 4.2lbs each.

How much does the Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker cost?

The Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $399 per pair.


Emotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker Detailed Specifications

General
BrandEmotiva
Full Model NameEmotiva Airmotiv Vaulta AVL-6.5 In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speaker
Speaker Type2-way In-wall
Sensitivity85 dB
Impedance8 ohms
Frequency Response60-30k Hz
Release Date2023
DRIVERS
Woofer Size6.5-inch
Woofer CompositionWoven fiber
Woofer SurroundNBR roll
Tweeter Size0.98-inch
Tweeter TypeFolded ribbon
Aimable TweeterYes
Crossover freq3700Hz

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeSpring clip
PHYSICAL SPECS
Heightmm ( -inch)
Widthmm ( -inch)
Depthmm ( -inch)
Heightmm ( -inch)
Weight1.91 kg (4.2 lbs)
Enclosure
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty
Labor Warranty
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