Aftermarket door speakers - what are you using?
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Aftermarket door speakers - what are you using?
My "new to me" 2004 GX470 has some buzzing/distortion in the door speakers and from doing some research it looks like this is a pretty common problem. I'm looking in to aftermarket options and it looks like DCGold still offers a made-in-America 6x9 8ohm that will work, although it is pricey at about $300 for the pair. http://www.dcgold.com/car-and-marine...nce-line/n69r/
I know other folks have installed 6/12 inch woofers in adapter plates in the 6x9 opening, and it seems like there are more options for an 8ohm 61/2 than in the 6x9 size but I'm not sure at this point what might be the better option.
Does anyone happen to know how much space is actually available in the opening? I'm assuming the mounting depth is only about 3 inches but that is just a guess.
Finally, for those who have replaced your door speakers, what did you go with and do you like the way that it sounds? I would love some advice before I start taking my door panels off!
I know other folks have installed 6/12 inch woofers in adapter plates in the 6x9 opening, and it seems like there are more options for an 8ohm 61/2 than in the 6x9 size but I'm not sure at this point what might be the better option.
Does anyone happen to know how much space is actually available in the opening? I'm assuming the mounting depth is only about 3 inches but that is just a guess.
Finally, for those who have replaced your door speakers, what did you go with and do you like the way that it sounds? I would love some advice before I start taking my door panels off!
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My GX doesn't have navigation, if that matters. I researched, bought these from Crutchfield for the front doors. I am THRILLED with them because they DRAMATICALLY improved the sound and they fit perfectly using the accompanying accessories. YMMV, but I highly recommend them. I was prepared to spend significantly more money but decided to give these a try and am glad I did.
Pioneer TS-G6943R 6" x 9" 2-Way Car Speakers
In Stock 1 0 59.99 59.99
Toyota Wire Harness speakers, 12" Leads
In Stock 1 0 0.00 0.00
Metra 82-8146 Speaker Brkt Toyota 02-up for 6"x9"
In Stock 1 0 0.00 0.00
Subtotal $59.99
Shipping FREE
Sales Tax $0.00
Total $59.99
Pioneer TS-G6943R 6" x 9" 2-Way Car Speakers
In Stock 1 0 59.99 59.99
Toyota Wire Harness speakers, 12" Leads
In Stock 1 0 0.00 0.00
Metra 82-8146 Speaker Brkt Toyota 02-up for 6"x9"
In Stock 1 0 0.00 0.00
Subtotal $59.99
Shipping FREE
Sales Tax $0.00
Total $59.99
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My GX doesn't have navigation, if that matters. I researched, bought these from Crutchfield for the front doors. I am THRILLED with them because they DRAMATICALLY improved the sound and they fit perfectly using the accompanying accessories. YMMV, but I highly recommend them. I was prepared to spend significantly more money but decided to give these a try and am glad I did.
Pioneer TS-G6943R 6" x 9" 2-Way Car Speakers
In Stock 1 0 59.99 59.99
Toyota Wire Harness speakers, 12" Leads
In Stock 1 0 0.00 0.00
Metra 82-8146 Speaker Brkt Toyota 02-up for 6"x9"
In Stock 1 0 0.00 0.00
Subtotal $59.99
Shipping FREE
Sales Tax $0.00
Total $59.99
Pioneer TS-G6943R 6" x 9" 2-Way Car Speakers
In Stock 1 0 59.99 59.99
Toyota Wire Harness speakers, 12" Leads
In Stock 1 0 0.00 0.00
Metra 82-8146 Speaker Brkt Toyota 02-up for 6"x9"
In Stock 1 0 0.00 0.00
Subtotal $59.99
Shipping FREE
Sales Tax $0.00
Total $59.99
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Update: I sent an email to DCGold last night and David Chaffey (the owner) got back to me and said that their classic and reference series 6x9 speakers can be had in 8ohm and that they still have availability on the N69LS which is the 6x9 that DCGold made specifically for Lexus vehicles.
He gave me their phone number and said I could call to order anytime. So it looks like the only way to get the N69LS is directly from DCGold but it least it is still available.
I am considering the N69LS but am still considering other options also.
He gave me their phone number and said I could call to order anytime. So it looks like the only way to get the N69LS is directly from DCGold but it least it is still available.
I am considering the N69LS but am still considering other options also.
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i had an o4, one speaker went after 11 years...i made life simple and just used an OEM...not enough of a savings to make a difference...had the mark levinson system...wanted to keep the speakers matched, for better or worse...
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If I could find the ML OEM replacement on the cheap it would be an easy decision.
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Which is certainly still an option for me as well. But what I am seeing is the ML option is about $150 or more per speaker, which is about the same as I could get the DC Gold product for. And the DC Gold would be a far more robust option for that kind of money.
If I could find the ML OEM replacement on the cheap it would be an easy decision.
If I could find the ML OEM replacement on the cheap it would be an easy decision.
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I assume you haven't seen this discussion for an alternative replacement speaker. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...are-cheap.html
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I assume you haven't seen this discussion for an alternative replacement speaker. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...are-cheap.html
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Great Speaker Replacements for our ride on the non Mark Levinson stereo setups.
Nakamichi NSE 65 6.75"
http://www.crutchfield.com/p_291NSE6...SE_65&skipvs=T
Nakamichi NSE 65 6.75"
http://www.crutchfield.com/p_291NSE6...SE_65&skipvs=T
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Bought a nice pair of kenwood 6x9 speakers for the front doors. It actually was a lot easier than i was expecting. I didnt find much online at all but once i got the door card off the inside is very much standard toyota. I need to change the other two speakers in the door (mid level and tweeter).
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