【FOCAL PS 165 FXE｜A Separate 2-Way Speaker to Enjoy the Thickness and Shine of FLAX EVO】

FOCAL PS 165 FXE is a separate 2-way speaker that combines FOCAL-like resolution with the natural thickness and shine unique to the FLAX cone.

If you feel that your factory speakers sound “thin,” that the vocals don’t come forward easily, or that the sound loses cohesion when you turn the volume up, this should be a pretty interesting option.
It’s not just bright and flashy—its low end has a solid core, and the midrange voices and instrumental textures land naturally, so the character of the music you listen to often changes in an easy-to-notice way.

FOCAL’s FLAX series features a distinctive cone made with natural hemp material.
With the PS 165 FXE, the FLAX cone is paired with a TMD suspension to suppress unnecessary vibrations, aiming for a well-defined low end and a natural midrange.
It’s a speaker that makes it easier to create that “the sound comes forward” feeling when listening inside the car—such as the contours of the vocals, the resonance of guitars and pianos, and the push of the drums.

On the high end, the appeal lies in FOCAL’s characteristic amount of information and smoothness.
Even while it reproduces fine details, it doesn’t lean too far toward directions that would be harsh to the ears, delivering a shiny, well-balanced sound overall. Another good point is that the sound doesn’t get thin even when played at low volume, and it’s also relatively easy to set up so you won’t get fatigued from listening on long drives.

The reason LOGON recommends this speaker isn’t simply because the specs are good.
The PS 165 FXE is a speaker whose impression changes greatly depending on how it’s installed and how the door is built up. Some vehicles allow it to fit naturally with an inner baffle, but since the mounting depth is 77 mm, you may need to confirm fitment depending on the vehicle.

This is something you shouldn’t force by saying “it can be installed” without qualification—you should judge by looking at the actual car.
Depending on the space inside the door, clearance with the glass, the trim panel shape, and how compatible it is with the factory mounting location, the approach may differ: whether you go with an inner baffle only or consider using an outer baffle as well. To get the sound clean, it’s not just about fixing it in place—also important are the strength of the foundation, door-side vibration damping, the tweeter position, and the balance of the entire system.

When it fits, it’s quite good.
But it’s also a speaker you’ll want to proceed with only after properly confirming that “when it fits.”

For those who want to change the sound noticeably when replacing the factory speakers, for those who like FOCAL’s glossy, vibrant sound, and for those who want both the low-end thickness and the naturalness of the vocals—this is definitely a model worth considering.
Since the recommended setup also changes depending on the vehicle, how you use it, and whether you plan to further develop the system with an amplifier and DSP in the future, if you’re interested, please consult us including a vehicle check. At LOGON, from product selection to installation methods and post-install tuning, we’ll think together about the best solution tailored to your actual vehicle.

■ Main Specifications

【Basic Information】
Product name: PS 165 FXE
Brand: FOCAL
Type: Separate 2-Way speaker

【Performance】
Reproduction frequency range: 55 Hz – 28 kHz
Rated input: 80 W
Impedance: 4 Ω
Sensitivity (SPL): 90.5 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
Crossover slope: 12–18 dB/oct @ 3 kHz

【Drivers】
Woofer: FLAX cone with TMD, includes phase plug
Tweeter: M inverted dome type

【Installation Related】
Mounting hole diameter: 143 mm
Mounting depth: 77 mm

• Organized based on manufacturer-published information. Actual installability and installation methods vary depending on the vehicle, the door’s internal shape, and installation conditions.