1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL Speaker Sizes
The 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL factory audio system features a dashboard that accommodates a 4 inch speaker size, and the rear deck lid accommodates 4x6 inch units. Compatible speaker types for a sound system replacement and audio upgrade include midrange and full-range units.
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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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.