Deaf Bonce HM-6S Review: The 100 W Step Up From the HM-6E
Updated: Oct 6
The Deaf Bonce HM-6S is a pair of 6.5-inch Hannibal midrange drivers rated at 100 W RMS (200 W max) into 4 Ω, with 92.5 dB SPL, a 100 Hz–11 kHz response, paper cones, ferrite magnets and 1-inch CCAW voice coils. It shares the HM-6E's owner's manual, 148.5 mm cut-out and filter settings, but takes 30 W more power on the product pages (20 W more in the manual, which prints 80 W for the HM-6E), which makes it the power step within that family. Its MRP on our store is ₹10,990, the same as the Machete Fight 60 and ₹1,000 below the HM-60 PRO. It suits a loud three-way front stage on an amplifier of around 100–120 W per channel. Details and today's offer are on our Deaf Bonce HM-6S product page.
HM-6S at a glance
100 W RMS against the HM-6E's 70 W on its product page (the shared manual prints 80 W), with 1.6 dB more SPL and a better-damped motor (Qts 0.71 against 0.91).
Same 148.5 mm cut-out diameter as the HM-6E, but 69.7 mm deep, about 5 mm more.
Deaf Bonce's manual asks for a high-pass at 150–250 Hz (24 dB/oct) or 250–350 Hz (12 dB/oct) and a low-pass at 8–10 kHz.
Its manual lists the MLA-2160, MLA-4080 and MLA-4120 amplifiers; the MLA-4120's 120 W x 4 suits the 100 W rating best.
Deaf Bonce HM-6S specifications
Specification | Deaf Bonce HM-6S |
|---|---|
Type | 6.5-inch (165 mm) Hannibal midrange, sold as a pair |
Power handling | 100 W RMS / 200 W max |
Impedance | 4 Ω |
Frequency response | 100 Hz – 11 kHz |
SPL | 92.5 dB |
Voice coil | 1 in, CCAW wire |
Cone and surround | Paper (pressed paper in the manual), cloth |
Magnet and frame | Ferrite, steel (stamped steel in the manual) |
Fs / Qts / Vas | 98 Hz / 0.71 / 10.20 L |
BL | 4.35 T·m |
Mounting depth | 69.7 mm |
Cut-out diameter | 148.5 mm |
Recommended filters | High-pass 150–250 Hz at 24 dB/oct or 250–350 Hz at 12 dB/oct; low-pass 8–10 kHz at 12 dB/oct |
Warranty | 12 months per Deaf Bonce's published Hannibal manual; confirm India terms with us |
India MRP | ₹10,990 (pair) |
Specifications are from Deaf Bonce's HM-6S page, which matches our listing; filters, amplifiers and operating range are from the HM-6S and HM-6E owner's manual, and the warranty from Deaf Bonce's five-model Hannibal manual. The product page carries no description.
What the extra power buys
Next to the HM-6E, the HM-6S is the sturdier driver on paper. Power handling rises from 70 W to 100 W RMS on the product pages (from 80 W in the shared manual), SPL from 90.9 dB to 92.5 dB, and BL from 3.60 to 4.35 T·m, while Qts falls from 0.91 to 0.71. Together that means more output from the same amplifier setting, more headroom before the rating is reached, and a cone that's better controlled around its 98 Hz resonance.
What doesn't change is the job. Both share the 100 Hz–11 kHz response and Deaf Bonce's filter advice, so the HM-6S still needs a high-pass of 150 Hz or more, a super tweeter above 8–10 kHz and a subwoofer for the bass. Think of it as the HM-6E for builds that will be pushed harder, not as a different kind of speaker.
Amplifier, filters and tweeter
The HM-6S manual recommends the MLA-2160, MLA-4080 and MLA-4120. The MLA-4120 fits the 100 W rating best: a Class AB four-channel rated at 120 W x 4 into 4 Ω, with a high-level input for factory head units and filters from 10 Hz to 12 kHz that can work together at 12 dB/oct. That covers the 250–350 Hz high-pass option and the 8–10 kHz low-pass in one box. Deaf Bonce's five-model Hannibal manual lists its MFA amplifiers instead, such as the 120 W x 4 MFA-4.120.
Class AB amplifiers turn more of their power into heat than Class D designs, so mount the MLA-4120 where air can move, not wedged under a seat in a sealed boot. Start the gains from Deaf Bonce's rule of 80% head-unit volume and 50% amplifier sensitivity, then refine with a test tone. On top, the Hannibal TH-25G super tweeter, rated from 3 kHz with a high-pass of about 8 kHz, completes the set.
What owners and reviewers say about the Deaf Bonce HM-6S
We found no owner or reviewer feedback on the HM-6S when we checked in October 2026. Deaf Bonce's page has no reviews or even a description, the Steve Meade Designs SPL forum returned nothing for Hannibal mids, and we didn't find the model in the speaker list of Deaf Bonce's authorised US dealer. Amazon India, Flipkart, Team-BHP, Reddit and DIYMobileAudio blocked our requests, so feedback could exist there.
That leaves Deaf Bonce's published figures and manual as the only verifiable information, which is what this review is built on. If you own a pair, we'd welcome a note on how they've performed.
HM-6S vs Fight 60 and HM-60 PRO
The HM-6S sits in a crowded price band. The Machete Fight 60 costs the same ₹10,990 and has the same 100 W rating, but Deaf Bonce quotes it at 94.9 dB with a response to 17 kHz. For ₹1,000 more, the HM-60 PRO is rated at 130 W and 93.7 dB and is 65.0 mm deep. On paper, both make a stronger case for a new build.
Where the HM-6S makes sense is continuity. If your doors are already cut for the HM-6E, it has the same cut-out diameter (check depth and screw positions), the same manual and the same filter settings, so moving up is straightforward. Below it, the HM-6E+ (₹9,990) keeps the HM-6E's 70 W product-page rating with a little more sensitivity than the HM-6E.
Who should buy it, and who shouldn't
Buy the HM-6S if you're upgrading from the HM-6E or want to stay in the Hannibal family, you plan to use around 100 W per channel, and you're pairing it with an MLA amplifier and a TH-25G.
Look elsewhere if you're starting from scratch and want the most from ₹10,990 (the Fight 60 is more sensitive), your door is tight on depth, or you want to run it without an amplifier.
Installation notes for Indian cars
Allow for the 69.7 mm depth when checking window clearance, and expect to need a spacer ring for the 148.5 mm cut-out; factory openings vary by car, so ask us to check fitment for yours. Seal the door's service holes and damp the skin and trim so the extra power turns into output rather than rattles; our damping guide covers the damping materials and order of work.
Deaf Bonce's manual warns against water, excessive humidity and dust, and gives an operating range of +5 °C to +40 °C. Shield the paper cones from monsoon water inside the door, and let a hot cabin cool before playing hard. VA3 Car Studio in Ghaziabad offers professional installation and can make door baffles or speaker pods.
Price and where to buy
The Deaf Bonce HM-6S carries an MRP of ₹10,990 for the pair on our store listing. VA3 Car Studio often sells below MRP, so check the current offer on the HM-6S product page. Every pair we sell is a genuine Deaf Bonce product.
The bottom line
The HM-6S is the HM-6E built for more power: 100 W RMS, slightly more sensitivity and a better-damped motor in the same cut-out diameter, with the same filters and manual. For a car already set up for the HM-6E, that makes it a tidy upgrade. For a new build, compare it honestly with the same-price Fight 60 and the HM-60 PRO before you choose.
Deaf Bonce HM-6S FAQ
Can the Deaf Bonce HM-6S replace an HM-6E in the same opening?
Both list a 148.5 mm cut-out, so the opening diameter matches. The HM-6S is 69.7 mm deep against 64.5 mm, so check window clearance and the screw positions before swapping.
How much amplifier power does the HM-6S need?
It's rated at 100 W RMS and 200 W max. An amplifier of around 100–120 W per channel into 4 Ω, such as the MLA-4120 listed in its manual, is a sensible match if the gains are set carefully.
What crossover settings does Deaf Bonce recommend for the HM-6S?
A high-pass at 150–250 Hz with a 24 dB/oct slope, or 250–350 Hz at 12 dB/oct, and a low-pass at 8–10 kHz at 12 dB/oct, handing over to a super tweeter.
Buy Deaf Bonce Speakers in India
You can buy the Deaf Bonce Hannibal HM-6S 6.5-Inch Midrange Speakers 100W RMS online from VA3 Car Studio with pan-India shipping. See more Deaf Bonce speakers, compare other midrange and midbass speakers, or book a speaker upgrade in Ghaziabad.
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