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What are the best sounding outdoor speakers?

Hi, just checking to see if anyone has any experience with the best outdoor models from Niles, JBL, Infinity, Polk, Bose, or others? Setting aside cost and sensitivity/efficiency, which of these is likely to sound the best in an outdoor environment? I'd like some decent bass and highs in terms of extension, good open, clear midrange, and decent definition and transient response. I'm looking for outdoor speakers that play loud and clear. Thanks!
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chadnliz
3,736 posts
 
I have outdoor JBL speakers and I like them alot, dont pay a ton for a speaker that gets so many weather issues thrown at it, plus seldom would I think any critical listening will be done outdoors, so use some common sense and be practical.....1 vote for JBL here!
xiekitchen
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check out N.E.A.R.
schoon
6 posts
 
I have phase technology they arent bad. I have heard klipsch at my parents house they are a better speaker but about twice the price. I agree with Chandliz dont pay too much for a speaker that is going to be exsposed to so much weather. hope this helps.
rwwear
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I sell both JBL and Niles Audio. I like the Niles because it has a higher SPL level which is important for an outdoor speaker and it is not ported which is also important for outdoor speakers. Insects just love ported speakers.
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gerryn
143 posts
 
I like my B&W's WP-1's. But, they are outside under a covered patio and are not directly subjected to the elements so I can't comment on weather durability, only sound and they sound terrific. I believe they were $ 500.00 for the pair.
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