Kicker KB6000 2-Way Full Range High-efficiency Speaker Operational Guide

: June 3, 2024
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Kicker KB6000 2-Way Full Range High-efficiency Speaker

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Specifications

MODEL: KB6000
SPEAKER DESIGN: 2-Way
WOOFER SIZE | INCHES [cm]: 6-1/2” [16.5]
MIDRANGE/TWEETER SIZE | INCHES (cm) : 2” x 5” [5.1 x 12.7]
MIDRANGE/TWEETER DESIGN : Compression-loaded
RATED IMPEDANCE | OHM: 8
DC RESISTANCE | OHM: 8
POWER RANGE | WATTS RMS: 6-75
PEAK POWER HANDLING | WATTS: 150
SENSITIVITY [SPLO], DB @ 1W, 1M : 90
EFFECTIVE FREQUENCY RANGE | HZ: 55–21k
HEIGHT | INCHES (MM): 11” [279]
WIDTH | INCHES (MM): 8-1/8” [210]
DEPTH | INCHES (MM): 8-1/8” [210]

Introduction

The Kicker KB6000 full-range enclosure is speciﬁcally designed for mounting in the open-air. Its weather-resistant, UV-treated enclosure and ability to produce clean and crisp sound over long distances make the KB6000 ideal for many outdoor applications. It may be mounted vertically or horizontally, and the mounting bracket can be angled for the optimum ﬁ ring direction. Find the best location for stereophonic sound and, if necessary, add more KB6000 full- range enclosures to the system to help distribute and balance the sound. The KICKER badge on the grill may be removed, rotated and reattached to stay oriented with your mounting location.

INSTALLATION

Mounting: After determining the best mounting locations, carefully check the areas where the mounting hardware will be placed. In most vehicle applications, the best mounting position for your new KB6000 enclosure is as far away from the listening position as possible, with the speakers facing toward the listening position. In the home environment, the KB6000 can easily “rock-out” from eight to twenty feet away from, and facing towards, the listening area. Custom mounting locations may require more preparation, work and different mounting hardware. If the mounting location requires you to cut metal, avoid structural metal, sewer lines and braces. Make sure the speaker will not interfere with the vehicle’s mechanisms or the party you are throwing out on the back patio.

Unscrew the locking knobs on both sides of the speaker mounting bracket.

Use the mounting bracket as a template to mark the mounting holes on the mounting surface. Make sure there is adequate room to tighten the locking knobs on both sides of the mounting bracket before you pre-drill the mounting holes. Use a 7/64” (2.5mm) drill bit when using the supplied black coated stainless steel mounting screws, then screw the mounting bracket to the mounting surface.

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Position the KB6000 enclosure, loosely fasten the locking knobs, adjust the angle of the speaker and then tighten the locking knobs once you have the desired listening angle.

If the supplied hardware is not applicable to your installation, some other means of securely attaching the speakers to the vehicle or mounting location must be used. The threaded inserts on the top, bottom and back of the KB6000 are 1/4”-20 (.25 inches in diameter, 20 threads per inch), and may be used with other mounting systems to customize your installation. You are solely responsible for securely fastening the enclosure.

Wiring: If pre-existing speaker wiring is not available in your desired mounting location, it may be necessary to run the wire through the wakeboarding tower, attic in your home or along the wall in your dorm. The speaker wire should be kept away from sharp edges to avoid the possibility of getting pinched by moving mechanisms, and out of the way of people. If you must drill a hole to run the speaker wire through any location, be careful not to drill into other wiring or existing mechanisms. Any time a wire is run through a hole, it is necessary to insert a rubber or plastic grommet to protect the wire from damage. Check your local building codes for the necessary procedures and precautions for running low voltage wiring in your building.

Once the speaker wiring job is ﬁnished, plug the speaker wires securely into the spring-loaded, positive and negative speaker terminals on the back of the KB6000 enclosure. You may want to remove the mounting bracket to get a clear view of the terminals. Maintain proper polarity between all KB6000 speakers. The other end of these wires connect to your source unit or ampliﬁer in a similar manner, observing proper polarity.

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Bookshelf: The Kicker KB6000 enclosure speakers can be used as bookshelf speakers. Rubber feet are provided for this type of application. Remove the two locking knobs and then the mounting bracket from the enclosure. Attach the rubber feet, reattach the bottom locking knob and adjust it until the desired angle is achieved. We recommend starting with the speaker at a level angle.

If you have any questions about the installation of your Kicker KB6000 enclosure speakers, see the Authorized Kicker Dealer where you made your purchase. Please E-mail support@kicker.com or call Technical Services 405-624-8583 for speciﬁ c or unanswered questions.

ACOUSTICS LIMITED WARRANTY

KICKER warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of THREE (3) MONTHS from date of original purchase with receipt. When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer it is warranted for ONE (1) YEAR from date of original purchase with receipt. In all cases you must have the original receipt. Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warranty period, KICKER will repair or replace (at its discretion) the defective merchandise with equivalent merchandise at no charge. Warranty replacements may have cosmetic scratches and blemishes. Discontinued products may be replaced with more current equivalent products. This warranty is valid only for the original purchaser and is not extended to owners of the product subsequent to the original purchaser. Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to a period of the express warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase at retail, and no warranties, whether express or implied, shall apply to this product thereafter. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties; therefore these exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights; however you may have other rights that vary from state to state.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR SERVICE:

Defective merchandise should be returned to your local Authorized Stillwater Designs (KICKER) Dealer for warranty service. Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be found at www.kicker.com or by contacting Stillwater Designs directly. You can conﬁrm that a dealer is authorized by asking to see a current authorized dealer window decal.

If it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise directly to Stillwater Designs (KICKER), call the KICKER Customer Service Department at 405-624-8510 for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Package only the defective items in a package that will prevent shipping damage, and return to:

Stillwater Designs, 3100 North Husband St, Stillwater, OK 74075

The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package. Please return only defective components. The return of functioning items increases your return freight charges. Non-defective items will be returned freight collect to you. For example, if a subwoofer is defective, only return the defective subwoofer, not the entire enclosure. Include a copy of the original receipt with the purchase date clearly visible, and a “proof-of-purchase” statement listing the Customer’s name, Dealer’s name and invoice number, and product purchased. Warranty expiration on items without proof-of-purchase will be determined from the type of sale and manufacturing date code. Freight must be prepaid; items sent freight-collect, or COD, will be refused.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED?

This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed. It does not cover:

Damage due to improper installation
Subsequent damage to other components
Damage caused by exposure to moisture, excessive heat, chemical cleaners, and/or UV radiation
Damage through negligence, misuse, accident or abuse. Repeated returns for the same damage may be considered abuse
Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
Speakers damaged due to ampliﬁer clipping or distortion
Items previously repaired or modiﬁed by any unauthorized repair facility
Return shipping on non-defective items
Products with tampered or missing barcode labels
Products returned without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number
Freight Damage
The cost of shipping product to KICKER
Service performed by anyone other than KICKER

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?

KICKER strives to maintain a goal of 1 week service for all acoustics (subwoofers, midrange drivers, tweeters, crossovers, etc.) returns. Delays may be incurred if lack of replacement inventory or parts is encountered. Failure to follow these steps may void your warranty. Any questions can be directed to the KICKER Customer Service Department at 405-624-8510. Contact your International KICKER dealer or distributor concerning speciﬁc procedures for your country’s warranty policies.

Note: All speciﬁcations and performance ﬁgures are subject to change. Please visit www.kicker.com for the most current information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can these be wall mounted flush?

They are designed to attach to a wall-mounted bracket.

Are they resistant to water?

Yes, they do.

Do they run on batteries?

No, you must run speaker wire to reach them.

Do they include mounting brackets?

They do really include mounting brackets.

Do these speakers or the receiver require an amplifier? Does Bluetooth direct connect support them?

You must pass them through a Bluetooth-capable amp in order to use Bluetooth. The amp is permanently linked to the speakers.

What is a 2 way full range speaker?

The woofer and tweeter are two different types of drivers found in 2-way speakers. A speaker called a woofer is made specifically to reproduce low- frequency sounds, whereas a tweeter is made to reproduce high-frequency sounds.

What is a full range speaker system?

Full-Range speakers span the complete vocal spectrum, as indicated by the phrase. The typical low frequency of full-range speakers is between 60 and 70 Hz. Larger units will be able to reach low frequencies with 15″ drivers, however smaller units with 10″ or less LF drivers will roll off closer to 100 Hz.

Do 2 way speakers need an amp?

You have the option. Even though it’s not really necessary, acquiring an amp for these is strongly advised. It might not just be about getting fantastic sound as you drive.

Do 2 way speakers have good bass?

Because they have a dedicated woofer, two-way speakers are effective for bass. The woofer handles the low frequency, but you can choose to add an extra subwoofer to enhance the low bass tones and enhance your listening experience.

How do I know if a speaker is full range?

Your speakers are not full-range speakers if they are not rated for at least 20Hz. handle the comparatively limited amount of content that an audio transmission contains that you can hear. of the range of audible frequencies. In most cases, speakers that have a subwoofer are not full-range ones.

Are Atmos speakers full range?

Utilizing discrete, full-range audio objects that can move around in three dimensions, Dolby Atmos audio is combined. To complement the frequency response, output, and power-handling capabilities of the listener-level speakers, overhead speakers should be used.

Can you run 2 sets of speakers off 1 channel?

The only actual options for connecting two speakers to a single amplifier are parallel and series connections. You can typically connect speakers in parallel if they have an impedance of 8 ohms or higher. Wire your speakers in series if their combined impedance is less than 8 ohms.

Is it better to have speakers higher or lower?

Remember that speakers are often made to sound best when they are level with your ears when you are listening to them, whether you have them on stands, a shelf, or mounted on the wall.