Eagle Talon Speaker Size

Rear Door Panel Speaker

Dashboard Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Eagle Talon Speaker FAQ

Which Eagle Talon speakers should I replace first for maximum sound improvement?

Replace the front door panel 6.5-inch speakers first. These handle most of your mid-range frequencies and vocals - around 80Hz to 4kHz typically. The Eagle Talon's front doors usually get 15-25 watts RMS from the factory head unit. Upgrading here gives you the biggest impact since you sit closest to these drivers. Dashboard speakers come second, but they're limited by size constraints.

Can I install component speakers in all Eagle Talon locations?

Front doors and rear doors support component systems, but dashboard locations work better with coaxial or full-range drivers. The 4-inch dashboard space doesn't provide enough room for separate tweeters in most cases. Component speakers in the front 6.5-inch positions will give you better imaging though - separating tweeters from woofers improves stereo staging. You'll need to plan tweeter mounting locations carefully in the Eagle Talon's interior.

What's the difference between 6.5-inch and 6x9-inch rear speakers for my Eagle Talon?

Depends on your model range. Earlier Eagles used 6.5-inch rear speakers, later ones got 6x9 configurations. The 6x9 speakers can handle more power - often 35-50 watts RMS versus 25-35 watts for 6.5-inch drivers. Bass response improves with the larger cone area too. But 6.5-inch speakers sometimes integrate better with front staging. Check your specific Eagle Talon's rear door panel cutouts before ordering anything.

Should I use full-range or coaxial speakers in my Eagle Talon dashboard?

Coaxial speakers work better for the Eagle Talon's 4-inch dashboard locations. Full-range drivers in this size struggle with treble response above 8kHz. Coaxial designs add a small tweeter for higher frequencies - improves clarity for vocals and cymbals. Look for 4-ohm impedance to match your head unit properly. Power handling around 15-20 watts RMS should be sufficient since dashboard speakers mainly fill in sound staging gaps.

What impedance should I choose for Eagle Talon speaker replacements?

Stick with 4-ohm speakers for all positions. The Eagle Talon's factory amplifier and most aftermarket head units expect this impedance. Using 8-ohm speakers reduces power output significantly - you might only get half the available watts. 2-ohm speakers can overheat your amplifier circuits. Component systems sometimes mix impedances between woofers and tweeters, but the crossover handles that internally.