1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Speaker Sizes
The 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL speaker size chart provides factory speaker specifications and locations for dashboard and rear deck lid positions. Information includes original equipment sizes for replacement or aftermarket upgrade purposes. Data covers speaker locations within the audio system to assist with identifying compatible aftermarket speakers that match factory specifications.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
|
| Rear Deck Lid | 4x6 | Full-Range |
|
1989 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: 01989 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL dashboard speaker positions accommodate midrange drivers at 4 inches, suggesting these locations may handle middle frequency reproduction rather than full bandwidth output.
- Full-range 4x6 inch speakers fit the rear deck lid positions, indicating these locations could potentially reproduce a broader frequency spectrum than the dashboard midrange units.
- The factory configuration separates frequency responsibilities between front and rear positions, with dashboard midrange units possibly relying on rear deck speakers to complete the lower frequency response.
- Aftermarket replacements for the dashboard positions might require midrange-specific drivers to maintain the intended frequency distribution, as full-range units may not integrate properly with the rear deck speakers.
- The single DIN radio opening suggests compatibility with standard aftermarket head units that could provide updated source quality and amplification for replacement speakers.
- Rear deck lid speakers in the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL likely handle bass and lower midrange frequencies given their full-range designation and larger surface area compared to the dashboard units.
- Upgrading the 4 inch dashboard midrange speakers could enhance vocal clarity and instrument definition in the middle frequency range.
- The 4x6 inch rear deck positions may offer more flexibility in component selection due to their full-range compatibility, potentially accepting various driver designs within that footprint.