2007 Mazda RX-8 Speaker Sizes
The 2007 Mazda RX-8 factory audio system locations feature specific configurations. Front door panel and rear deck lid locations accommodate 1 inch speakers. Additionally, front door panel and rear deck lid locations accept 6x8 inch units, while rear deck lid locations accommodate a 6x9 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for a replacement and upgrade include tweeter and full-range units.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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2007 Mazda RX-8 Speaker Replacement Summary
5
total positions
5
easy to replace
2
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 5 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 3 Low: 02007 Mazda RX-8 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 2007 Mazda RX-8 incorporates both tweeters and full-range speakers throughout its factory audio system, with 1-inch tweeters positioned in the front door panels and rear deck lid to handle higher frequency reproduction.
- Full-range speakers in 6x8 inch format are installed in both the front door panels and rear deck lid locations, while an additional 6x9 inch full-range option exists in the rear deck lid area.
- The presence of dedicated tweeters suggests that replacing the full-range speakers would likely have the most noticeable impact on overall sound quality, as these larger speakers handle the majority of the audio spectrum during normal listening.
- Component speaker systems with separate tweeters and woofers could potentially utilize the existing 1-inch tweeter locations, though the current tweeters may require replacement to match the new woofers properly.
- The dual 6x8 and 6x9 inch configurations in the rear deck lid indicate flexibility in aftermarket speaker selection, with either size potentially fitting depending on mounting bracket compatibility.
- Full-range speakers typically combine multiple frequency ranges in a single unit, which may result in compromised performance compared to component systems that separate tweeter and woofer functions.
- The radio supports both Single DIN and Double DIN head unit installations, providing options for aftermarket stereo upgrades that could complement speaker replacements.