I want to install these speakers in my backyard, but it doesn't have roof, the speakers will hold the rain and the sun?
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Mine are outside under a covered deck so I can't attest to how they would hold up otherwise. That said some of the reviews on Amazon are from people who have installed them in unprotected outdoor areas with no problems. Yamaha states they are designed for use in exposed outdoor areas. For the price I would risk it. I truly believe they would be OK. Hope this helps. Carl
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These were installed on the rail of my sailboat and survived 10k miles and 4+ years like that. The mounting brackets rusted, but the speakers themselves were fine withstanding some UV damage of the plastic. There are VERY durable speakers.
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I have had these speakers mounted on the outside of my garage for nearly two years. They are fully exposed - NOT under an eave or protected in any way. They have endured rain, snow, temperature changes, constant sun, and sound as good today as the day I installed them. Install the speakers wherever you wish. They will hold up very well, I am sure. In fact, I liked these speakers so much that I just bought four more to install inside the garage, where I am building my new photography studio. Go for it!! They are built like Sherman Tanks.
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Outdoor speakers are weather resistant. NOT waterproof. They must be installed in an area that is protected from falling water. UV rays from the Sun will destroy anything it touches over time. Morning dew will not bother them. Occasional water will not harm them. But direct rain will undoubtedly harm any speakers. "Marine Grade" speakers are as close to waterproof as they come. "Marine Grade" speakers will resist a salt water environment. But even they must be rinsed off after a day at sea. My advice is that you find a place where your speakers will be protected from the rain & sun. Moisture & heat will not harm them. But direct water & direct sun will destroy anything. I live in Florida. I understand this better than anyone. Products which were advertised as indestructible, water proof, sun proof etc don't survive here in Florida. Again. Put these under an eve, overhang or other protection. Otherwise you will replace them in a couple of years.
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Do not install them outside without being under a roof overhang, porch or some kind of shelter.
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I really don'tknow: mine are under a porch roof. They are sealed well, but there is nothing to deflect the rain. I would recommend finding a way to protect them from constant direct exposure to the rain
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just to add more info to your question,,,i had these speakers dropped in on the rear deck,,,,not installed under the rear deck
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Speaker wires are usually vinyl clad, which does not weather well. Best to get some outdoor rated wire so it will last longer, unless this is a temporary application.
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In addition, they are obviously not really outdoor speakers..so be careful to not leave them in the rain..But they pack enough punch for a good time outdoors..
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I have these under my back patio overhang in Oklahoma City. With frequent severe weather (hail, thunderstorms, high winds, etc...), I used a self-fusing silicon tape to cover the terminals. This has worked extremely well. As long as your receiver can push these speakers, you should have no worries.
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That's what I've found. Doesn't make sense as there is a power button on the remote? It's not been that big a deal to me since I mounted the speakers in their own little "houses" on my patio and are easily accessible still. The houses look kind of like a bird house without the front. That way I'm not worried about the rain.
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They are inside speakers. I don't see why they wouldn't work outside if they are installed under a patio cover of some sort.
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These are NOT a sealed unit.....The rain would more than likely either be amplified to the point it would bother you or to a point it shut the sound off.I wouldn't use them in the rain
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As I understand it, they are "water-resistant", not waterproof. I have not had the chance to use these speakers in adverse weather.
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These speakers are open. You might want to opt for using outdoor speakers or find a weatherproof speaker enclosure to put these units in.
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You should buy speakers designed for outdoor or marine use. Even though they are protected, the humidity is likely to eventually have an impact since they were not made for that. I wouldn't even put them in a bathroom that gets humidity from a shower.
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Hi Grahm, don't know if I have a full answer for you or not, mounted mine outdoor, not under any kind of cover, rain seems to be no problem, wind and sun either but I take them in for the winter because they are easy to reach. Don't know if that will help you or not.
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Keep them out of the rain as direct sunlight. If u are living in a high humidity area, Florida, guam , the keys, I'd go for a lower quality speaker. Nothing lasts in those areas.
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These are NOT a sealed unit.....The rain would more than likely either be amplified to the point it would bother you or to a point it shut the sound off. I wouldn't use them in the rain
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You will need to purchase speaker wire. I used direct bury speaker wire, since my speakers are exposed to the weather.
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They are standard auto speakers. I doubt they would handle the rain/snow elements.
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Yes. Just keep them pointed slightly down to keep the rain out of the bass port. They don't need mounting brackets. The back is sloped so that you can hang them tweeter down and they will have the right downward slope great speakers for the money!