Crestron SAROS SMT6T-AW-B-T – Saros 6.5-Inch 2-Way All-Weather Surface Mount Speaker, Black Textured, Single

Product Overview

The Crestron Saros SMT6T-AW-B-T is a 6.5-inch 2-way all-weather surface-mount speaker in black textured finish, designed for indoor and outdoor commercial AV installations requiring a compact surface-mount enclosure that withstands weather exposure. Built-in 70V/100V transformer enables connection to constant-voltage distributed speaker systems; 8Ω Lo-Z operation supports direct-drive amplification. The all-weather (AW) construction makes it appropriate for covered outdoor entertainment spaces, exterior building walls, covered walkways, and semi-exposed commercial environments where standard indoor speakers would not survive. Sold individually; must be ordered in multiples of two.

Product Description

Surface-mount speakers are specified in commercial AV environments where in-ceiling or pendant installation is not feasible — concrete and masonry walls that cannot be penetrated for in-wall installation, outdoor soffits and covered walkways, exterior building eaves, and retail canopies. The SMT6T-AW-B-T’s all-weather construction addresses the environmental durability requirements of these applications: UV-resistant housing, weather-sealed driver assemblies, and stainless steel hardware withstand the moisture, UV exposure, and temperature variation of semi-exposed outdoor and weather-adjacent commercial environments. The 6.5-inch 2-way configuration with horn-loaded tweeter delivers the broadband frequency response and controlled directivity needed for commercial background music and voice paging in open outdoor spaces. A built-in 70V/100V multi-tap transformer connects directly to constant-voltage distributed audio amplifier outputs without external transformer hardware.

Key Features

• All-Weather (AW) Construction: UV-resistant housing, weather-sealed driver assemblies, and stainless steel hardware for semi-exposed outdoor and weather-adjacent commercial AV installations — outdoor covered patios, building soffits, canopies, and covered walkways.
• 6.5-Inch 2-Way Design: 6.5-inch polypropylene woofer and horn-loaded tweeter deliver full-range frequency response for commercial background music and voice paging in outdoor and large indoor surface-mount applications.
• Built-In 70V/100V Multi-Tap Transformer: Direct connection to 70V or 100V constant-voltage distributed speaker systems without external transformer hardware.
• 8Ω Lo-Z Operation: Selectable 8Ω Lo-Z mode for direct-drive amplification in non-constant-voltage applications.
• Surface-Mount Form Factor: Compact housing mounts directly to walls, soffits, ceilings, and structural surfaces without in-wall cutout or ceiling tile penetration.
• Black Textured Finish: Paintable black textured ABS housing for outdoor and indoor surface-mount installations; blends with dark exterior surfaces.
• Sold Individually (Multiples of 2): Priced per speaker; must be ordered in quantities of 2 or more.

Typical Applications

• Covered outdoor restaurant patios, entertainment terraces, and pool decks requiring surface-mount speaker coverage on structural columns and walls
• Commercial building exterior covered walkways, canopies, and entry areas with background music or paging requirements
• Retail outdoor shopping center common areas and storefront overhangs requiring weather-resistant surface-mount speaker coverage
• Houses of worship exterior courtyards and covered outdoor gathering areas
• Indoor commercial environments with masonry or structural walls where in-ceiling installation is not feasible
• Sports facilities and athletic venues with concrete and masonry surfaces requiring surface-mount speaker systems

Technical Specifications

Competitor comparison: not applicable for this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the SMT6T-AW-B-T suitable for fully exposed outdoor installation in direct rain?
The SMT6T-AW-B-T is rated for semi-enclosed outdoor environments — covered patios, building soffits, and canopies where the speaker is protected from direct precipitation. It is not rated for fully exposed installation in direct rain or submersion. For fully outdoor exposed applications, verify the IP rating in the Crestron data sheet or contact Creation Networks for outdoor speaker selection guidance.

Is a white version available?
Yes — the SAROS SMT6T-AW-W-T-EACH is the white textured version. Contact Creation Networks for the white variant.

What is the warranty?
Crestron provides a standard 3-year limited warranty on Saros speakers. Contact Creation Networks for warranty service details.