2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Speaker Sizes
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG factory audio system utilizes front door panel and rear door panel locations that accommodate 6.5 inch speakers. Midbass and full-range units serve as compatible speaker types for an audio replacement upgrade.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 02011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double DIN | 7"×4" | 180×100 | Double size for modern multimedia systems with large touchscreens |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG uses 6.5 inch speakers in both front and rear door panels, which may simplify the replacement process by requiring only one speaker size for all door locations.
- The door panel speakers accept either midbass or full-range configurations, allowing flexibility in system design based on whether a separate tweeter component is incorporated elsewhere in the audio setup.
- Full-range speakers in the door positions could provide broader frequency coverage without additional components, though midbass drivers paired with separate tweeters might offer enhanced clarity in the higher frequencies.
- The double DIN radio opening provides sufficient space for aftermarket head units with larger displays and advanced features, which could serve as the foundation for an upgraded audio system.
- Upgrading the door speakers would likely address the primary sound reproduction in the cabin, as door-mounted speakers typically handle the majority of the audible frequency spectrum in factory configurations.
- Component speaker systems with dedicated midbass drivers in the doors and separate tweeters mounted at ear level could potentially improve stereo imaging compared to full-range speakers alone.
- The uniform 6.5 inch sizing across front and rear doors suggests that matching speaker sets could provide consistent tonal characteristics throughout the cabin space.