1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Sizes
The 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse factory audio system contains specific locations where the dashboard accommodates a 1 inch speaker size and midrange 4 inch speakers. Additionally, front door panels accept 6.5 inch units, while rear side panels support 5.25 inch units. Compatible replacement and upgrade speaker types consist of tweeters, midranges, midbass drivers, and full-range units.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Replacement Summary
4
total positions
1
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 1 Medium: 3 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 11998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse features a multi-speaker configuration with dedicated sizes for different audio frequency ranges, suggesting that replacing the larger door and rear speakers may provide the most noticeable sound quality improvements.
- Tweeter units occupy the dashboard positions at 1 inch, specifically designed to handle high-frequency sound reproduction that standard full-range speakers might not deliver with the same clarity.
- Separate 4-inch midrange speakers are also located in the dashboard area, indicating a factory setup that attempts to create distinct frequency zones rather than relying solely on full-range drivers.
- The front door panels accommodate 6.5-inch speakers with midbass or full-range compatibility, representing the largest speaker positions in the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse and likely contributing most significantly to overall volume and bass response.
- Rear side panel locations accept 5.25-inch speakers that can function as either midbass or full-range drivers, potentially serving as supplementary sound sources for rear passengers.
- The radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, allowing for flexibility when upgrading the source component with aftermarket options that may include built-in amplification or advanced tuning features.
- The presence of dedicated tweeter and midrange positions suggests that a component speaker upgrade in the door locations could work alongside the existing dashboard speakers for enhanced staging and separation.
- The size variation from 1 inch to 6.5 inch across different locations indicates that the factory audio design considers frequency distribution across the cabin rather than using identical speakers throughout.