What are the impedances of the stock speakers on a [DSM]?


According to the DSM technical manuals and the Talon Digest archives, the stock speakers are:

  • 1G: dash, door and rear are all list as 4 ohms. Unfortunately, some DSMers have reported 4, 6, 8 and 12 ohm speakers.
  • 2G: in-dash tweeters and fronts are reported to be 4 ohms, while rear are 2 ohm. The tweeters and fronts are wired in parallel to achieve a 2 ohm load. Unfortunately, some DSMers have reported 4 ohm loads rather than 2.

There is some indication that different model years have different speakers, but the factory manuals list only 4 ohm speakers for 1Gs. Ian Blumgart reported a mix of speakers in his 1990 Laser with the optional six-speaker system: 12 ohms in front, 6 ohms in doors, and 4 ohms in rear. The fronts were wired in parallel for a net 4 ohm load.

2G speaker impedances are not listed in the shop manuals, but were previously reported to be 4 ohms all around. Dan Juell reported his front speakers were 12 ohms. Best to check your speakers to be sure.

QA #279


Cam Dorland | 95 Eagle Talon
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