2012 Acura TSX Speaker Sizes
The 2012 Acura TSX factory audio system features a dashboard that accommodates a 3 inch speaker size, alongside front and rear door panels plus the rear deck lid which accept 6.5 inch units, while the front door panel also supports a 1 inch component. Furthermore, the rear deck lid can accommodate an 8 inch unit. Compatible speaker types for replacement or upgrade purposes include tweeters, full-range units, midbass drivers, and woofers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 8 | Woofer |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2012 Acura TSX Speaker Replacement Summary
6
total positions
5
easy to replace
2
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 5 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 4 Low: 02012 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 factory audio configuration in the 2012 Acura TSX includes dedicated 1-inch tweeters positioned in the front door panels, which handle high-frequency reproduction separately from the midrange and bass drivers.
- Dashboard-mounted 3-inch full-range speakers provide supplementary sound coverage, though their limited size may restrict lower frequency response compared to the larger door-mounted components.
- Six 6.5-inch locations exist throughout the cabin, accepting either midbass drivers or full-range speakers depending on whether a component or coaxial approach is preferred during replacement.
- The rear deck lid houses both 6.5-inch and 8-inch openings, with the larger position specifically designed for woofer installation to reinforce low-frequency output.
- Component speaker systems might benefit from the existing tweeter locations in the front doors, while coaxial replacements would need to incorporate their own tweeters into the 6.5-inch positions.
- Replacing the 8-inch rear deck woofer could potentially enhance bass response without requiring subwoofer installation, though actual improvement would depend on amplification and enclosure characteristics.
- The single DIN and double DIN radio compatibility in the 2012 Acura TSX allows for aftermarket head unit integration, which may provide additional power and signal processing capabilities for upgraded speakers.
- Priority for replacement might focus on the front door 6.5-inch positions and 1-inch tweeters, as these locations typically contribute most directly to the primary listening experience.
- The multiple 6.5-inch locations suggest a relatively uniform driver size throughout the system, which could simplify matching speaker characteristics during upgrades.