1989 Honda CRX Speaker Sizes
The 1989 Honda CRX factory audio system features front door panel and rear door panel locations that accommodate 6.5 inch speakers. Midbass and full-range units serve as compatible speaker types for a replacement upgrade.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1989 Honda CRX 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: 01989 Honda CRX 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 Honda CRX accommodates 6.5 inch speakers in both front and rear door panel locations, with compatibility extending to midbass and full-range speaker types for either position.
- Midbass speakers typically focus on reproducing frequencies in the lower midrange spectrum, roughly between 80Hz and 350Hz, which can enhance vocal clarity and instrumental warmth when replacing factory units.
- Full-range speakers attempt to reproduce a broader frequency spectrum through a single driver design, potentially offering a simpler replacement solution compared to component speaker systems that separate tweeters and woofers.
- The identical 6.5 inch sizing across front and rear positions suggests standardized mounting provisions, which may simplify the replacement process when selecting aftermarket audio components.
- Single DIN radio compatibility indicates a standard 2-inch tall head unit opening, allowing for various aftermarket receiver options that might include amplification improvements over the original equipment.
- Replacing rear door panel speakers could provide noticeable improvements in rear passenger audio quality and overall soundstage depth within the cabin environment.
- The midbass designation suggests these positions can handle speakers with larger voice coils and stiffer suspensions designed for lower frequency reproduction without requiring separate subwoofer installation.
- Factory speaker replacement in door panel locations often reveals differences in sensitivity ratings, with aftermarket options potentially offering 2-4 dB higher efficiency than original components.