1998 Acura NSX Speaker Sizes
The 1998 Acura NSX factory audio system features a front door panel which accommodates a 5.25 inch speaker size, and a rear deck lid which accepts 6.5 inch units. Compatible speaker types for a system replacement and audio upgrade include midbass and full-range options.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1998 Acura NSX Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01998 Acura NSX Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1998 Acura NSX front door panel locations accept speakers with a 5.25 inch mounting footprint, designed to accommodate either midbass drivers or full-range units depending on the audio configuration goals.
- Rear deck lid positions feature 6.5 inch openings, providing flexibility between midbass woofers for component systems or full-range speakers for simplified installations.
- The size difference between front and rear locations suggests that the rear deck positions may handle lower frequency reproduction more effectively due to the larger cone area available in 6.5 inch drivers.
- Component speaker systems would typically utilize the front door panels for dedicated midbass drivers paired with separate tweeters, while the rear positions could complement with additional midrange coverage.
- Full-range speaker selection for the front positions would need to balance mid-frequency clarity with the physical constraints of the 5.25 inch format, which naturally limits low-end extension compared to larger drivers.
- The rear deck lid locations might serve as the primary bass foundation when using full-range speakers throughout, given their larger diameter and typical acoustic coupling with the cabin space.
- Single DIN radio specification indicates a standard head unit opening, which supports straightforward aftermarket receiver upgrades without dashboard modifications.
- Aftermarket speaker upgrades in both positions would likely prioritize sensitivity ratings and power handling characteristics that match the output capabilities of either factory or aftermarket amplification.