PreSonus

PreSonus R65 V2 6.5" Studio Monitor Speaker

4.7 (15 reviews)
XLR

The PreSonus R65 V2 pairs an AMT tweeter with a 6.5-inch composite driver for studio monitoring with exceptional high-frequency detail.

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Overview

The PreSonus R65 V2 is a second-generation studio monitor built around a custom 6.8-inch Air Motion Transformer tweeter paired with a 6.5-inch woven composite low-frequency driver. The AMT tweeter design works by squeezing air through pleated diaphragm folds, producing faster transient response and wider horizontal dispersion than conventional dome tweeters. This translates to a broad sweet spot that is forgiving of slight head movements during mixing sessions, while the focused vertical dispersion helps minimize ceiling and desk reflections that can color your sound.

Powering the R65 V2 is a biamped 140W RMS Class A/B amplifier with a switching power supply, dedicating 75 watts to the low-frequency driver and 65 watts to the AMT tweeter. Four rear-panel acoustic tuning controls — Low Cut, Mid, High, and Acoustic Space — let you compensate for room anomalies and monitor placement near walls or corners. With balanced XLR, balanced ¼-inch TRS, and unbalanced RCA inputs, the R65 V2 connects easily to professional audio interfaces, mixers, and consumer sources alike. The MDF enclosure is tuned to reduce cabinet resonance, and at 10.3 by 8 by 13 inches, the monitor fits comfortably on most studio desks or monitor stands.

Key Features

2-way active AMT tweeter design provides articulate high-frequency response, wide stereo imaging, and narrow vertical dispersion.

Custom-designed, 6.8-inch, AMT tweeter responds to the subtlest waveforms and the highest frequencies for audiophile-grade air and space.

6.5-inch LF drivers provide transparent mid- and low-frequency reproduction for clean, punchy bass.

Acoustic tuning controls (Low cut, Mid, High, Acoustic Space) compensate for room acoustics and placement.

Now comes included with Studio One Prime and Studio Magic plug-in suite, over $1000 USD worth of music production software.

Balanced XLR and ¼-inch TRS plus unbalanced RCA inputs provide flexibility for seamless integration into any environment.

Toroidal power transformer eliminates noise and hum.

System protections include RF interference, output current limiting, over-temperature, turn-on/off transient, subsonic filter, external mains fuse.

Power: 100-120 V ~50/60 Hz or 220-240 V ~50/60 Hz; Biamped, 140 W RMS (LF = 75 W, HF = 65 W) Class A/B power amplifier with switching power supply.

Specifications

Tweeter
Custom 6.8-inch Air Motion Transformer (AMT)
LF Driver
6.5-inch woven composite, rigid custom coated
Amplification
Biamped 140W RMS Class A/B (LF 75W, HF 65W)
Frequency Response
45 Hz – 22 kHz
Acoustic Tuning Controls
Low Cut, Mid, High, Acoustic Space
Inputs
Balanced XLR, ¼-inch TRS, Unbalanced RCA
Power
100-120V or 220-240V ~50/60 Hz
Enclosure Material
Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF)
Dimensions
10.3"D x 8"W x 13"H
Weight
14.7 lbs

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • AMT tweeter delivers exceptionally detailed and accurate high-frequency reproduction
  • Biamped 140W Class A/B amplifier provides clean, dedicated power to each driver
  • Four acoustic tuning controls allow precise room correction and placement adjustment
  • Multiple input options including XLR, TRS, and RCA for versatile connectivity
  • Wide horizontal sweet spot from the AMT tweeter design suits various mixing positions

👎 Cons

  • At 14.7 pounds each, they are moderately heavy for desktop placement and may require sturdy stands
  • MDF enclosure adds weight and is less durable than aluminum alternatives in this price range
  • Single monitor sold individually, so purchasing a stereo pair doubles the cost
  • No digital inputs such as AES/EBU or S/PDIF, limiting direct digital connectivity

Frequently Asked Questions

The R65 V2 uses a custom 6.8-inch Air Motion Transformer (AMT) tweeter, which provides faster transient response and wider horizontal dispersion compared to traditional dome tweeters.
The monitor offers balanced XLR, balanced ¼-inch TRS, and unbalanced RCA inputs, giving you flexible connectivity for a wide range of audio interfaces and sources.
The R65 V2 includes Low Cut, Mid, High, and Acoustic Space controls, allowing you to tailor the monitor's response to your room environment and placement.
It is an active, biamped monitor with a built-in 140W RMS Class A/B power amplifier (75W for the low-frequency driver, 65W for the high-frequency tweeter), so no external amplifier is needed.
Yes, the R65 V2 supports both 100-120V and 220-240V at 50/60 Hz, making it suitable for use internationally.