New Install Bay Baffle Kit - Alternative to Fast Rings

Just thought I'd post this up here as there's been a bit of discussion about Fast Rings and their effectiveness. This new design, made of silicone, seems like it will actually help keep sonic energy out of the cavity between the door card and skin.

I'm just gonna copy the whole crosspost from diyma minus the commentary:


Silicone Speaker Baffle Kits
Enhance speaker performance with new foldable silicone speaker baffles, designed to improve the directional flow of sound by focusing it out of the door panel and into the cabin. The durable silicone material seals the speaker against the interior panel and adds waterproof protection that can withstand harsh environments and extend speaker lifespan. The included egg foam goes behind the speaker to improve sound performance by preventing sound bounce back.
Product Specifications:
● Foldable front ring guides sound into the vehicle cable
● Rear foldable ring fits different door depths and speaker heights, without the need for trimming
● Offers a better seal and improved sound performance
● Includes egg foam and 2 speaker baffles (retail 10-pack kits also available for 6.5” and 6x9” sizes)
● Packaged for retail display
Part Number and Title:
IBSBF65: 6.5” Kit with 2 Silicone Speaker Baffles
IBSBF65-B for 10-pack retail kit / 20 baffles
IBSBF525: 5.25” Kit with 2 Silicone Speaker Baffles
IBSBF69 6X9” Kit with 2 Silicone Speaker Baffles
IBSBF69-B for 10-pack retail kit / 20 baffles
2 Piece Speaker Baffle Kit 6.5 Inch - Pkg/Pair IBSBF65
New design silicone with egg wave foam
Foldable speaker baffle
No more trimming or cutting
Better sealing for better sound
Designed to improve the directional flow of sound waves and focus them into the cabin
Perfectly seals the speaker against the interior panel
Offers waterproof protection for the speakers
Foldable ring fits different depths
Patent pending
6.5 Inch
Pkg/Pair

Here's some borrowed images from the fellow who informed me of them.

 

So this one is more of a shroud? The backside is still open?

Does anybody worry about the affect of environment/moisture/etc on the part of the speakers that are inside the door?

 

Well, the big idea behind these things is channeling acoustic energy to the desired areas and keeping it out of others. Yes, the back side is open and needs to be. This piece actually looks like it'll at least somewhat protect the back of the cone from falling water.

Moisture is a big consideration in doors though...which is one of the reasons I don't like open-cell foam in doors. It holds water, which can encourage mold growth. If I were to use these, and I'd certainly give 'em a go, the foam piece would go in the spare parts bin to be repurposed.

I've never seen any evidence of water in my 1st gen doors, but like to at least cover the top half of my drivers just in case.