The Russound 5R82mk2-G disguises a full-range two-way loudspeaker as a gray granite boulder, so patios, pool decks and garden beds get real music without visible hardware. Inside, an 8-inch polypropylene woofer and a 1.1-inch aluminum dome tweeter are joined by an asymmetrical crossover at 2.8 kHz, giving a rated response of 58 Hz to 20 kHz (+/-3 dB) and 90 dB sensitivity at 2.83 V / 1 m.
This Mark 2 version of the OutBack rock speaker brings a larger tweeter, an improved crossover network and an extended woofer pole piece, changes that Russound credits with clearer detail and a wider soundstage than the original 5R82.
The enclosure is cast from three layers of fiberglass and resin for a lifelike shape and low resonance. It is silicone sealed, has a water drain for the speaker opening and is environmentally tested for outdoor use. A security eyelet on the bottom accepts a vinyl-coated cable to anchor the rock to a bench, post or tree, and two mounting brackets on the bottom can secure it to a hard surface. Each speaker ships with 3 feet of burial-rated wire. As an 8-ohm passive speaker it needs an amplifier or multi-zone system to drive it.
Key Features
- 8-inch woofer, 1.1-inch aluminum dome tweeter
- 58 Hz - 20 kHz (+/-3 dB), 90 dB sensitivity
- Waterproof fiberglass-resin faux-rock enclosure
- Security cable eyelet and bottom mounting brackets
- 3 ft burial-rated wire included
- 5-year limited warranty
In the Box
One rock speaker (sold individually) with 3 feet of burial-rated wire.
Ideal Applications
Backyards, pool surrounds, patios, porches, decks and garden beds where speakers should blend into the landscape. Russound suggests placing a stereo pair about 20 feet apart, covering a 20 to 30 foot listening area.
Compatibility
Passive 8-ohm speaker; drive from any stereo or multi-zone amplifier rated for 8-ohm loads (10-125 W per channel recommended, at least 10 W per channel), such as Russound multi-room amplifiers. Run 16 to 12 AWG stranded, direct-burial-rated speaker cable to each speaker. For deeper bass, add Russound's matching 5R8SUB rock subwoofer; Russound publishes a miniDSP crossover file for the rock speaker and subwoofer combination.