2005 Acura TSX Speaker Sizes
The 2005 Acura TSX factory audio system features specific locations for audio components. The dashboard accepts a 1 inch speaker size, while the front door panel and rear door panel accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, and the rear deck lid supports 6x9 inch units. Compatible speaker types for a replacement or upgrade consist of tweeters, midbass, and full-range drivers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2005 Acura TSX Speaker Replacement Summary
4
total positions
3
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 3 Low: 02005 Acura TSX Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2005 Acura TSX contains a four-location speaker configuration with varying sizes that accommodate different frequency ranges throughout the cabin.
- Dashboard tweeters measuring 1 inch handle high-frequency reproduction, while the door panels accept 6.5 inch components for midrange and bass frequencies.
- The rear deck lid accommodates 6x9 inch speakers, which typically provide broader frequency response compared to the circular 6.5 inch units found in the doors.
- Front and rear door panels share identical 6.5 inch sizing, allowing for either dedicated midbass drivers in component systems or standalone full-range speakers in coaxial configurations.
- The existing tweeter location in the dashboard may influence staging and imaging characteristics when upgrading the front soundstage of the 2005 Acura TSX.
- Replacement speakers would need to match the specified sizes, though mounting depth and impedance specifications would require verification during the selection process.
- The dual DIN radio compatibility suggests potential for aftermarket head unit integration without significant dashboard modification.
- Component speaker systems might utilize the factory tweeter locations while replacing the door panel midbass drivers, potentially offering improved separation between frequency ranges.
- The 6x9 inch rear deck speakers could contribute to rear fill in the sound field, though their oval shape presents different acoustic properties than round speakers.
- Sound quality improvements would likely depend on the power handling, sensitivity ratings, and frequency response characteristics of replacement speakers compared to factory units.