Skip to main content ↑ ↓

Notice

Please note that most of the software linked on this forum is likely to be safe to use. If you are unsure, feel free to ask in the relevant topics, or send a private message to an administrator or moderator. To help curb the problems of false positives, or in the event that you do find actual malware, you can contribute through the article linked here.
Topic: 5 1/4" Speakers vs. 6"x8" Speakers (Read 2439 times) previous topic - next topic
0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.

5 1/4" Speakers vs. 6"x8" Speakers

I'm going to replace the factory speakers in my Mazda3. The hole in the door is 6"x8". I'm wondering which will sound better, especially at high volume. A round 5 1/4" speaker, or a 6"x8" speaker. Both will fit.

I read on the Mazda forums that oval speakers distort more with high volume and/or low frequencies. I'm not sure if that I believe that.

Ultimately, I will add a subwoofer to the system, if that makes any difference on door speaker choices.

Thanks,

Indybrett
flac > schiit modi > schiit magni > hd650

5 1/4" Speakers vs. 6"x8" Speakers

Reply #1 –
There are (or have been) famous oval speakers: the KEF B139 and the TDL 3021. Distortion does more depend on the craftsmanship of the manufacturer than generally on the shape.
Sorry I cannot help with your question
 

5 1/4" Speakers vs. 6"x8" Speakers

Reply #2 –
Quote
There are (or have been) famous oval speakers: the KEF B139 and the TDL 3021. Distortion does more depend on the craftsmanship of the manufacturer than generally on the shape.
Sorry I cannot help with your question
[a href="index.php?act=findpost&pid=251811"][{POST_SNAPBACK}][/a]


Thanks. I think I'm going to go with some 6x8 Infinity speakers.
flac > schiit modi > schiit magni > hd650