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Metra 82-8703

5-3/4" Speaker Adapter Brackets for select 1994-2009 vehicles from Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Rear Door

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5-3/4" Speaker Adapter Brackets for select 1994-2009 vehicles from Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Rear Door

• Adapters for 5-3/4" Speakers
• Compatible with select 1994-2009 vehicles from Mercedes-Benz C-Class Vehicles
• Break-Away Tab Design
• Fits Rear Doors

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• Adapters for 5-3/4" Speakers
• Compatible with select 1994-2009 vehicles from Mercedes-Benz C-Class Vehicles
• Break-Away Tab Design
• Fits Rear Doors

Metra 82-CH2

Chrysler 2002-2020 Speaker Adapter Kit - Front and Rear

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Chrysler 2002-2020 Speaker Adapter Kit - Front and Rear

• ABS speaker adapter plates (pair)
• Speaker adapter harnesses (pair)
• One convenient package to assist in replacing a pair of speakers
• Designed for installation of 5.25" to 6.5" speakers

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• ABS speaker adapter plates (pair)
• Speaker adapter harnesses (pair)
• One convenient package to assist in replacing a pair of speakers
• Designed for installation of 5.25" to 6.5" speakers

Dynamat 13100 DynaTape

1-1/2" Wide and 30' Long Aluminum Finishing Tape for Sound Deadener Installation

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1-1/2" Wide and 30' Long Aluminum Finishing Tape for Sound Deadener Installation

• 1-1/2" Wide and 30' Long Sound Deadener Tape
• Aluminum Tape with Release Liner
• ONE (1) 1.5" x 30 ft. x 0.002" Roll
• Peel-and-stick adhesive applies easily

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• 1-1/2" Wide and 30' Long Sound Deadener Tape
• Aluminum Tape with Release Liner
• ONE (1) 1.5" x 30 ft. x 0.002" Roll
• Peel-and-stick adhesive applies easily

The Install Bay VXT55

XTC 5" to 5-1/4" Round Foam Acoustic Speaker Baffles

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XTC 5" to 5-1/4" Round Foam Acoustic Speaker Baffles

• Round Foam Speaker Baffles
• For 5" to 5-1/4" Speakers
• Made from a Waterproof Foam
• Greatly Enhances the Sound and Performance of the Speakers
• Reduces Panel Vibration

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• Round Foam Speaker Baffles
• For 5" to 5-1/4" Speakers
• Made from a Waterproof Foam
• Greatly Enhances the Sound and Performance of the Speakers
• Reduces Panel Vibration

NVX NSH-9300 Speaker Harness for 1989-2015 Subaru, Nissan, Suzuki

Install New Speakers in select 1989-2015 vehicles from Subaru, Nissan, Suzuki

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Install New Speakers in select 1989-2015 vehicles from Subaru, Nissan, Suzuki

• Fits select 1989-2015 vehicles from Subaru, Nissan, Suzuki
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

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• Fits select 1989-2015 vehicles from Subaru, Nissan, Suzuki
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

NVX SDBTK20 Premium Stealth Black

91 mil 20 sq ft Car Trunk Sound Deadening Kit (Five 18" x 32" Sheets)

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91 mil 20 sq ft Car Trunk Sound Deadening Kit (Five 18" x 32" Sheets)

• 20 square feet sound deadening kit
• Solid black design for any stealth car audio installation
• Material Used: Vibration Dampener
• Material Thickness: 0.091 (2.3 mm)
• Install Location: Trunk
• Pack includes five 18" x 32" sheets

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• 20 square feet sound deadening kit
• Solid black design for any stealth car audio installation
• Material Used: Vibration Dampener
• Material Thickness: 0.091 (2.3 mm)
• Install Location: Trunk
• Pack includes five 18" x 32" sheets

Metra 72-4570 Speaker Harness for 1990-2009 Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac

Install New Speakers in select 1990-2009 vehicles from Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac

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Install New Speakers in select 1990-2009 vehicles from Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac

• Fits select 1990-2009 vehicles from Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

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• Fits select 1990-2009 vehicles from Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

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DS18 EN-JS8/RD (Sold by Pair)

Empty Single 8" Universal Flat Mount Kick Panel Speaker Pods in Red with RGB LED

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Empty Single 8" Universal Flat Mount Kick Panel Speaker Pods in Red with RGB LED

• Pair of 8" universal flat mount kick panel speaker pods in red
• Durable high-density and durable plastic construction
• Enclosure houses 1 8" coaxial speaker
• IP36 and UV rated, all elements ready
• Speakers sold by pair

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• Pair of 8" universal flat mount kick panel speaker pods in red
• Durable high-density and durable plastic construction
• Enclosure houses 1 8" coaxial speaker
• IP36 and UV rated, all elements ready
• Speakers sold by pair

Metra 82-4601

4" X 6" Speaker Adapter for 4" X 10" Factory Location for select 1990-1993 DeVille

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4" X 6" Speaker Adapter for 4" X 10" Factory Location for select 1990-1993 DeVille

• Speaker Adapter
• Made specifically for replacing factory 4" x 10" speakers with aftermarket 4" x 6" speakers
• Color: Black
• All brackets included
• Compatible with select 1990-1993 DeVille Vehicles

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• Speaker Adapter
• Made specifically for replacing factory 4" x 10" speakers with aftermarket 4" x 6" speakers
• Color: Black
• All brackets included
• Compatible with select 1990-1993 DeVille Vehicles

Metra 82-9102

6" - 6-3/4" Speaker Adapter Brackets for select 1996-2001 A4, Rear Door

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6" - 6-3/4" Speaker Adapter Brackets for select 1996-2001 A4, Rear Door

• Fits Select 1996-2001 Audi A3 and A4 Vehicles
• Fits 6" - 6.75" Speakers
• High-Grade ABS Plastic
• Breakaway Tabs for Greater Installation Flexibility
• Installs in Rear Doors
• Sold in Pairs

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• Fits Select 1996-2001 Audi A3 and A4 Vehicles
• Fits 6" - 6.75" Speakers
• High-Grade ABS Plastic
• Breakaway Tabs for Greater Installation Flexibility
• Installs in Rear Doors
• Sold in Pairs

Select Increments Opti-Pods (120998)

Custom-fit speaker enclosures to install 6.5” speakers in select 1997-2006 Wrangler Unlimited

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Custom-fit speaker enclosures to install 6.5” speakers in select 1997-2006 Wrangler Unlimited

• Designed for 6.5" and some 6.75" speakers
• Fits into the rear seat area
• Built-in cupholders

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• Designed for 6.5" and some 6.75" speakers
• Fits into the rear seat area
• Built-in cupholders

NVX NSH-9001 Speaker Harness for 1998-2023 Volkswagen, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz

Install New Speakers in select 1998-2023 vehicles from Volkswagen, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz

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Install New Speakers in select 1998-2023 vehicles from Volkswagen, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz

• Fits select 1998-2023 vehicles from Volkswagen, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

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• Fits select 1998-2023 vehicles from Volkswagen, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

Rockford Fosgate Punch GF-6

Flush Mount Mesh Grilles for Rockford Fosgate 6" Punch V2 Speakers

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Flush Mount Mesh Grilles for Rockford Fosgate 6" Punch V2 Speakers

• 6" Punch V2 Flush Mount Speaker Mesh Grilles
• Designed for use in select Rockford Fosgate Punch V2 speakers
• Flush mount design for a seamless appearance
• Ideal for mounting low-profile speakers with shallow grilles

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• 6" Punch V2 Flush Mount Speaker Mesh Grilles
• Designed for use in select Rockford Fosgate Punch V2 speakers
• Flush mount design for a seamless appearance
• Ideal for mounting low-profile speakers with shallow grilles

Diamond Audio DSG52

Mesh Grilles for Select Diamond Audio 5.25" Speakers

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Mesh Grilles for Select Diamond Audio 5.25" Speakers

• 5.25" Speaker Grills
• Color: Black
• Sold as Pairs

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• 5.25" Speaker Grills
• Color: Black
• Sold as Pairs

NVX NSH-9002 Speaker Harness for 1994-2024 Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet

Install New Speakers in select 1994-2024 vehicles from Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet

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Install New Speakers in select 1994-2024 vehicles from Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet

• Fits select 1994-2024 vehicles from Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

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• Fits select 1994-2024 vehicles from Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

Rockford Fosgate RFW12-250

12 AWG Speaker Wire 250 Foot Spool Frosted Black/Silver

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12 AWG Speaker Wire 250 Foot Spool Frosted Black/Silver

• Meets or Exceed AWG specifications
• Conform to the CEA-2015 industry standard
• BC-5W2 spec for use on boats and non-commercial marine vessels
• Pure Crystal-Oxygen Free Copper (PC-OFC)
• 12AWG (3.31mm²) 294 strands

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• Meets or Exceed AWG specifications
• Conform to the CEA-2015 industry standard
• BC-5W2 spec for use on boats and non-commercial marine vessels
• Pure Crystal-Oxygen Free Copper (PC-OFC)
• 12AWG (3.31mm²) 294 strands

Metra 72-8113 Speaker Harness for 2012-2022 Toyota

Install New Speakers in select 2012-2022 vehicles from Toyota with JBL Audio Systems

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Install New Speakers in select 2012-2022 vehicles from Toyota with JBL Audio Systems

• Fits select 2012-2022 vehicles from Toyota with JBL audio systems
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

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• Fits select 2012-2022 vehicles from Toyota with JBL audio systems
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

NVX NSH-7302 Speaker Harness for 2010-2024 Hyundai, Kia, Genesis

Install New Speakers in select 2010-2024 vehicles from Hyundai, Kia, Genesis

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Install New Speakers in select 2010-2024 vehicles from Hyundai, Kia, Genesis

• Fits select 2010-2024 vehicles from Hyundai, Kia, Genesis
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

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• Fits select 2010-2024 vehicles from Hyundai, Kia, Genesis
• Direct connection to the factory harness
• Color coded wires for easy installation
• No cutting or splicing required

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DS18 PRO-GRILL10RGB

Universal Grille Covers with RGB LED Lighting for Most 10" Speakers

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Universal Grille Covers with RGB LED Lighting for Most 10" Speakers

• 10" universal speaker grill cover
• Built-in RGB LED lighting
• Fits speakers and midranges
• Hassle-free attachment process
• Frosted clear color

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• 10" universal speaker grill cover
• Built-in RGB LED lighting
• Fits speakers and midranges
• Hassle-free attachment process
• Frosted clear color

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MEMPHIS FDBRONTG10PRO

Empty Single 10" Subwoofer, Dual 6.5" Speakers, and 4" Tweeters Sealed Enclosure for select 2021-2025 Bronco Sport

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Empty Single 10" Subwoofer, Dual 6.5" Speakers, and 4" Tweeters Sealed Enclosure for select 2021-2025 Bronco Sport

• Full Range Bronco Box for select 2021-2025 Bronco Sport
• Specifically designed to fit swing gates
• Houses 10” sub, dual 6.5“ speakers, dual 4” tweeters
• All hardware included for OEM fit

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• Full Range Bronco Box for select 2021-2025 Bronco Sport
• Specifically designed to fit swing gates
• Houses 10” sub, dual 6.5“ speakers, dual 4” tweeters
• All hardware included for OEM fit

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    FAQ Frequently asked questions in Car Speaker Installation & Accessories


    While installing car speakers is possible as a DIY project, it's recommended to hire a professional for the best results. Professionals have the expertise to ensure proper installation, preventing damage to your vehicle and maximizing audio quality. They can handle wiring complexities and ensure secure mounting for optimal sound reproduction.
    For a successful car speaker installation, you'll need tools like screwdrivers, panel removal tools, wire strippers, crimping tools, and possibly a soldering iron. These tools help you safely remove the old speakers, connect the new ones, and ensure secure wiring connections. It's also wise to use wiring harness adapters and mounting brackets that are compatible with your vehicle to simplify the process.
    Yes, speaker adapters are essential when installing new speakers. These adapters allow you to mount aftermarket speakers in the factory speaker locations without modifying your vehicle's panels. They ensure a secure fit and maintain the integrity of your car's interior. Using speaker adapters also saves time and prevents potential damage to your vehicle during installation.
    Yes, you can upgrade your car's speakers without changing the head unit or amplifier. Upgrading speakers can significantly improve audio quality, even with the factory head unit and amplifier. However, to fully unlock the potential of high-quality speakers, consider upgrading the head unit and amplifier for better power and control. It's a comprehensive approach that delivers a more substantial audio enhancement.
    Coaxial speakers, also known as full-range speakers, combine multiple speaker elements (such as tweeters and woofers) in one unit. They're easier to install and often more affordable. Component speakers, however, separate these elements into individual units, allowing for better sound separation and customization. Component speakers generally offer superior audio quality and are ideal for audiophiles seeking precise and immersive listening experiences. Your choice between the two depends on budget, preferences, and the level of audio refinement you're aiming for.

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    A lot of details go into getting the best performance from new car speakers during and after installation. After you choose the perfect set of speakers for the size of your car and your tastes, you still need the right car speaker accessories to compliment your new equipment, along with skilled installation. To help you get your car audio system bumping, we offer a range of car speaker accessories and the most important parts of car speaker installation kits. Because every connection and part running from your amp to your speakers can have a dramatic effect on the quality of sound and on the life of the speakers, we carry top of the line speaker wire and car speaker connectors. These small bits of hardware are often the weakest link in a person?s stereo system, and have a high impact-to-cost ratio on the quality of sound it produces. We also feature a variety of bass blockers so that if your amp and mid-range speakers or tweeters are not perfectly compatible, you can easily cut out low-frequency sounds to protect your car speakers and get better performance from them. This will increase speaker life and improve sound quality, as well as enable you to play your stereo louder without damaging the speakers. When it comes to installing your speakers, one of the most important goals is eliminating detrimental sound interactions that can degrade sound quality. Our range of car speaker enclosures should make it possible for you to find the right fit to install your aftermarket speakers, and are designed to accommodate various speaker baffles, which protect the actual speakers from moisture and damage, and prevent sound wave resonance and canceling from the speaker and speaker housing. Combined with sound dampening mats, speaker spacers and installation rings, and speaker adapter brackets, these tools should make getting the most secure fit for your car speakers and subs easy, and promote sound quality as you drive. The installation tools and accessories in this category are designed to make your speakers easier to install and sound much better. Here you will be able to browse our speaker brackets, adapters, speaker harnesses, sound dampening material, bass blockers, and more!

    Looking for the best car speaker installation and accessories? You've come to the right place! Sonic Electronix is your one-stop shop for all your car audio needs. We offer a wide selection of speakers, amplifiers, subwoofers, and other accessories to help you create the perfect sound system for your vehicle.

    Car speaker installation and accessories are the products and services you need to improve the sound system in your car. Speakers are the most important part of any car audio system, and they come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and power ratings. Amplifiers amplify the signal from your car's stereo, which can improve the sound quality and volume. Subwoofers add deep bass to your sound system, and they come in a variety of sizes and power ratings. Other accessories you might need for your car audio system include speaker wire, mounting brackets, and sound deadening material.

    There are many reasons why you need car speaker installation and accessories. First, they can improve the sound quality of your car stereo. Factory speakers are often small and underpowered, which can result in muddy sound and poor bass response. Speakers, amplifiers, and subwoofers can all help to improve the sound quality of your car audio system.

    Second, car speaker installation and accessories can increase the volume of your car stereo. Factory stereos are often limited in terms of volume, which can be frustrating when you're trying to listen to your music loud. Speakers, amplifiers, and subwoofers can all help to increase the volume of your car audio system.

    Third, car speaker installation and accessories can make your car sound more like a concert hall. Factory speakers are often designed to sound good in a showroom, but they don't always translate well to the open road. Speakers, amplifiers, and subwoofers can all help to create a more immersive and enjoyable listening experience.

    Sonic Electronix is here to help you find the best car speaker installation and accessories for your vehicle. We offer a wide selection of products from the top brands in the industry, and our staff is knowledgeable and experienced. We can help you choose the right products for your needs and budget, and we can also install them for you.

    If you're looking for the best car speaker installation and accessories, don't hesitate to contact Sonic Electronix. We're here to help you create the perfect sound system for your vehicle.

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