1979 Dodge Aspen Speaker Sizes
The 1979 Dodge Aspen factory audio system includes specific mounting locations throughout the vehicle structure. Specifically, the dashboard accommodates a 3.5 inch speaker size, while the rear deck lid supports 6x9 inch units. Full-range drivers serve as compatible speaker types for audio replacement and upgrade projects.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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1979 Dodge Aspen 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: 01979 Dodge Aspen 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 1979 Dodge Aspen dashboard positions accommodate 3.5 inch full-range speakers, which represents one of the smaller factory speaker sizes offered during this production period and may limit low-frequency output compared to larger driver configurations.
- Rear deck lid locations support 6x9 inch full-range speakers, providing notably larger cone area than the dashboard positions and potentially serving as the primary source for bass response in the factory audio configuration.
- The size differential between front and rear speaker locations creates an inherent staging imbalance, with rear speakers containing approximately 4.5 times more radiating surface area than front positions.
- Full-range speaker types in both positions indicate the absence of separate tweeters or component configurations in the factory setup, placing midrange and treble reproduction demands on single-driver solutions.
- The 1979 Dodge Aspen dashboard speaker placement at 3.5 inches constrains aftermarket upgrade options to either direct replacements or potentially shallow-mount coaxial designs if depth clearance permits.
- Aftermarket speaker installations targeting the rear deck 6x9 positions could benefit from two-way or three-way coaxial designs to improve frequency response beyond what single full-range drivers typically provide.
- The single DIN radio opening suggests compatibility with most aftermarket head units without requiring dash modifications, though integration of modern amplified systems may necessitate additional installation considerations.
- Sound quality improvements would likely prioritize the rear deck positions given the substantially larger driver size and corresponding potential for enhanced sensitivity and power handling compared to dashboard locations.