1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Speaker Sizes
The 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL speaker size chart displays factory speaker specifications and locations within the vehicle. Information covers dashboard and rear deck lid positions. Details include factory speaker sizes for both front and rear locations, enabling identification of compatible replacement or aftermarket speakers. The chart provides specifications needed for audio system upgrades.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 4x6 | Full-Range |
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL 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: 01986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL dashboard positions accommodate midrange-specific speakers rather than full-range units, suggesting a factory audio design that may have included separate woofers or subwoofers elsewhere in the cabin for low-frequency reproduction.
- Replacing the rear deck lid speakers with aftermarket full-range units could enhance overall sound quality, as the 4x6 inch oval configuration typically provides better bass response than the smaller dashboard midrange drivers.
- The dashboard midrange speakers at 4 inches might benefit from upgrades that emphasize vocal clarity and instrumental definition in the upper frequency ranges, as this size typically handles mid to upper frequencies more effectively than deep bass.
- The single DIN radio slot indicates compatibility with a wide range of aftermarket head units, which could provide more power output to drive upgraded speakers and potentially offer equalization controls to balance the midrange-focused dashboard speakers with the full-range rear speakers.
- The separation between dedicated midrange speakers in the dashboard and full-range speakers in the rear deck lid suggests a simple two-zone audio configuration that may require careful amplifier power distribution when upgrading components.
- Aftermarket 4x6 inch speakers for the rear deck lid position are widely available in coaxial designs that integrate tweeters for high-frequency extension, which could compensate for any treble limitations from the dashboard midrange units.