1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC Speaker Sizes
The 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC factory audio system includes specific mounting locations designed for aftermarket hardware. Dashboard and rear deck lid locations accommodate 4 inch speakers and 4x6 inch units. Compatible speaker types for replacement and upgrade include midrange and full-range designs, matching a 4 inch speaker size.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 4x6 | Full-Range |
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1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC 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: 01973 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC contains two distinct speaker locations with different size requirements and frequency range capabilities.
- Dashboard positions utilize 4-inch midrange speakers, which typically handle middle frequencies without reproducing the lowest bass notes or highest treble ranges.
- Rear deck lid positions accommodate 4x6 inch full-range speakers, which are designed to reproduce a broader spectrum of frequencies compared to midrange-only units.
- Upgrading the rear deck lid speakers may provide more noticeable sound quality improvements due to their full-range capability and larger surface area for sound projection.
- The dashboard midrange speakers likely serve as a complement to the rear full-range units rather than functioning as standalone audio sources.
- The size difference between the 4-inch and 4x6 inch speakers suggests the rear deck has additional space for larger driver cones, potentially allowing greater bass response from those positions.
- Aftermarket speaker options should match these specific size requirements, as the mounting depths and grille openings were designed around these factory specifications.
- The single DIN radio specification indicates a standard head unit opening, which allows for direct replacement with most aftermarket radios without additional modification.
- Sound staging in this configuration typically places midrange vocals and instruments toward the front while lower frequencies emanate from the rear deck position.