【ETON POW-16 PLUS｜16cm Separated 2-Way Speaker Easy to Drive Even with a Factory Deck】

ETON POW-16 PLUS is a separated 2-way speaker designed to achieve easy installation and a well-focused sound using a 16cm mid-bass, while inheriting the design philosophy of the popular POW series.

“Factory speaker sound feels a little muffled.”
“I want the vocals to be a bit more forward.”
“I’m not considering an external amplifier, but I want the sound to be properly better.”

If you’re looking for a match like that, I think this model is an excellent choice.

The 28mm silk dome tweeter is known for its smooth, natural high frequencies rather than flashy sound that might feel piercing to the ear.
Even with female vocals, acoustic-type music, or the pop songs you usually listen to, it’s easier to bring out vocal contours and a sense of air, with a sound direction that helps reduce listener fatigue even during long sessions.

For the mid-bass, it uses a compound cone made by combining glass fiber and paper. While it offers the responsive character you’d expect from a 16cm class, it’s also easy to add thickness to the mid and low-bass. As a result, even when replacing a factory speaker, you’re likely to notice changes such as “the sound moves forward,” “the low end feels a little more solid,” and “the overall connection becomes more natural.”

■ A big attraction: easy to drive even with a factory navigation or factory deck

The major highlight of the POW-16 PLUS is its high-efficiency 94dB design.
Even if you install impressive speakers, some models still can’t be driven fully by the built-in amplifiers of a factory navigation system or factory head unit. However, this speaker is designed to be easier to produce sound even without an external amplifier.

Of course, the final result will vary depending on the factory system on the vehicle side and installation conditions, but it’s a model that’s easy to consider if your first step is improving sound through a speaker replacement.

“I don’t need an all-out, large system right away, but I find the factory setup isn’t quite enough.”
For people like that, this is a model that lets you step up without going overboard.

■ A speaker whose impression changes depending on how it’s installed

A speaker’s performance is important, but in real life, where and how you install it makes a big difference in how the sound comes out.

Especially with mid-bass units in the 16cm class, the tightness of the mid/low-bass and the stability of the vocals will change depending on factors like the door-side foundation, the baffle, and—if needed—the combination with deadening treatment.
Also, the tweeters’ installation matters: whether you place them in the factory position or consider a different location and adjust the angle will affect how the high frequencies are heard and how the soundstage spreads.

Since the POW-16 PLUS uses a thin, small-diameter tweeter, it’s a model that makes installing in the factory tweeter location easier to consider. However, depending on the vehicle, available space and mounting methods will differ.
At Log On, we propose an installation approach that’s realistic and low-stress by looking at the vehicle condition, the factory system, and how you usually listen.

■ Recommended for people like these

・Those who want a natural upgrade to the sound of factory speakers
・Those who want to start with a speaker replacement first, without an external amplifier
・Those who place importance on vocal clarity and smoothness in the high frequencies
・Those who prefer warm, well-integrated sound over overly flashy sound
・Those who want to consider future step-ups such as deadening and DSP

The POW-16 PLUS is easy to handle according to its specs alone, but it’s also a model whose strengths are more likely to show when installed properly.
The best combination will vary depending on the vehicle, your budget, and how far you want to develop your sound in the future—so if you can’t decide based on the speaker alone, please consult us.

We’ll help you organize what exactly you want to change in your current sound, and propose a solution in a way that’s less likely to lead to regrets.

■ Main specifications

【Basic Information】
Product name: POW-16 PLUS
Manufacturer: ETON
Type: Separated 2-Way speaker

【Unit Configuration】
Tweeter: 28mm silk dome
Mid-bass: 160mm glass fiber / paper compound cone

【Performance】
Frequency response: 43Hz to 22kHz
Sensitivity: 94dB
Crossover frequency: 3.5kHz
Impedance: 3Ω (Tweeter 8Ω)
Max input: 100W
Tweeter attenuator: None

【Mounting Dimensions】
Baffle cutout: 44mm (Tweeter) / 142mm (Mid-bass)
Frame outer diameter: 49mm (Tweeter) / 165mm (Mid-bass)
Mounting depth: 15mm (Tweeter) / 65mm (Mid-bass)

【Included / Options】
Grille: None
Optional grille (sold separately): GR-160