1989 Buick Reatta Speaker Sizes
The 1989 Buick Reatta speaker size chart provides factory speaker specifications and locations within the audio system. Information covers replacement speakers for dashboard and rear deck lid positions. Aftermarket upgrade options are detailed with specifications for each factory speaker location to facilitate audio system improvements.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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1989 Buick Reatta Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
1
easy to replace
0
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 1 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 0 Medium: 2 Low: 01989 Buick Reatta 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 1989 Buick Reatta uses a dashboard-mounted 4-inch speaker configuration that accommodates midrange drivers, suggesting a focus on vocal and instrumental frequency reproduction in the front soundstage rather than full-spectrum coverage from this location.
- Rear deck lid positions in the 1989 Buick Reatta accept 6x9-inch full-range speakers, which typically provide broader frequency response capabilities including bass extension that the smaller dashboard units may not deliver.
- Upgrading the rear deck speakers might offer more noticeable sonic improvements given their full-range design, as these units handle both low and high frequencies while the dashboard speakers operate in a more limited frequency band.
- The single DIN radio specification indicates compatibility with standard aftermarket head units, potentially allowing for modernized source components to pair with upgraded speaker installations.
- Midrange speakers in the dashboard position may benefit from careful replacement selection, as this type focuses on specific frequency ranges where human hearing is most sensitive, making quality differences potentially more audible than in other frequency bands.
- The 6x9-inch format in the rear provides physical space advantages for moving more air compared to smaller speakers, which could contribute to fuller bass response depending on the replacement speakers chosen.