Ram 4500 Speaker Size

Dashboard Speaker

Rear Side Panel Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Ram 4500 Speaker FAQ

Should I replace the front door speakers first in my Ram 4500?

Replace the front door 6x9 speakers first. They handle most of your music's midrange and vocal frequencies. The front position gives you direct sound staging. Component speakers work better here than coaxials - the separate tweeter lets you angle high frequencies toward your listening position. Look for speakers rated around 75-100 watts RMS with 4-ohm impedance. The Ram 4500 factory amplifier typically pushes about 20-25 watts per channel, so you'll want efficient speakers that sound good at lower power levels.

What's the difference between coaxial and component speakers for the Ram 4500?

Component speakers separate the tweeter from the woofer. Better sound staging since you can position the tweeter optimally. Coaxials mount everything in one unit - simpler installation but the tweeter sits wherever the woofer goes. For the Ram 4500's front doors, components usually sound better because... well, you get more control over the high frequencies. The rear side panels might be fine with coaxials since they're mainly for fill. Dashboard speakers should probably stay coaxial - limited space for component mounting anyway.

Can I use full-range speakers in all positions of my Ram 4500?

Full-range speakers try to reproduce everything from about 80Hz to 20kHz in one driver. They work okay for the dashboard 3.5 inch position - not much bass anyway from that size. The rear side panels can handle full-range speakers too, though dedicated midrange drivers might sound cleaner. Front doors benefit from proper 6x9 speakers that focus on midrange clarity rather than trying to do everything. Full-range speakers often compromise midrange quality to extend frequency response. Your Ram 4500's cabin size means you want speakers that excel at their specific frequency ranges.

Why does my Ram 4500 have 3.5 inch speakers in the dashboard?

Dashboard speakers fill in the soundstage gap. They're positioned closer to ear level than door speakers. The 3.5 inch size limits bass output to roughly 150Hz and up - but that's fine since door speakers handle lower frequencies. These dashboard speakers help with vocal clarity and stereo imaging. Some people disconnect them entirely, thinking they muddy the sound. Try adjusting your head unit's fader settings first. The Ram 4500's dashboard speakers might actually improve dialog clarity in podcasts or phone calls.

What power rating should I look for in Ram 4500 replacement speakers?

Aim for 50-75 watts RMS handling capacity. The factory system probably outputs 15-20 watts RMS per channel. Higher power handling gives you headroom for aftermarket amplifiers later. Sensitivity matters more than power handling though - look for speakers rated 88dB or higher. A 90dB speaker sounds twice as loud as an 87dB speaker with the same power input. The Ram 4500's larger cabin means you need efficient speakers that produce good volume without strain. Peak power ratings don't matter much - focus on RMS numbers.