Honda S2000 Speaker Size

Front Door Panel Speaker

Roll Bar Speaker

Honda S2000 Speaker FAQ

Which speakers should I replace first in my Honda S2000?

Replace the 6.5 inch front door speakers first. These handle most of your music's frequency range and deliver the biggest sound improvement per dollar spent. The front door location also provides better stereo imaging than the roll bar speakers. Start with component speakers if your budget allows - they'll work with your existing 1 inch tweeters or you can upgrade those later. Coaxial speakers work too but won't give you the same separation clarity.

Can I install component speakers in my S2000 front doors?

Yes, component speakers fit the 6.5 inch front door locations perfectly. Your S2000 already has dedicated 1 inch tweeter locations in the door panels, so you can mount the component tweeters there. This gives you better high-frequency response than coaxial speakers. Run the crossover under the seat or behind the door panel. Most component sets include 4-8 ohm woofers that work with factory head units, though adding an amplifier later improves dynamics significantly.

What's the difference between the 3 inch roll bar speakers in different S2000 years?

Honda added 3 inch roll bar speakers starting in 2006. These are full-range coaxial speakers designed to fill in rear sound when the top is down. They're not critical for sound quality - more like ambient fill speakers. If you have them, upgrading to quality 3 inch coaxials helps but won't transform your sound. Focus your budget on the front 6.5 inch speakers first. The roll bar location means these speakers face backwards anyway.

Should I keep the factory tweeters when upgrading S2000 door speakers?

Depends on what you're installing. If you go with component speakers, replace both the 6.5 inch woofers and 1 inch tweeters for matched performance. The component crossover ensures proper frequency division between drivers. If you choose coaxial speakers, you might want to disconnect the factory tweeters to avoid frequency overlap around 3-5 kHz. Some people leave them connected for extra brightness, but this can create phase issues. Test both ways and see what sounds better in your specific setup.

What power handling should I look for in S2000 replacement speakers?

Aim for speakers that handle 25-75 watts RMS. Factory head units typically output 15-20 watts per channel, so you don't need high-power speakers initially. However, getting speakers with headroom means you can add an amplifier later without replacing speakers again. Look for 4-ohm impedance speakers - they're easier for your head unit to drive than 8-ohm versions. Sensitivity ratings around 88-92 dB work well with factory power levels.