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I finally replaced the corner dash speakers in my 2024 ES 350 Non Mark Levinson System with 3.5" Infinity 307REF speakers. Bought them on sale at Crutchfield for $75.00 (free shipping) Had them professionally installed by a mobile installer for $100.00. The factory system were flimsy, made of plastic and typical poor quality speakers manufactured in Vietnam. The infinity's were robust construction and were significantly better quality. They fit flush with the speaker grills. The upgraded speakers have much improved clarity (higher end) and transmit low-end bass signals much better. Did not change out the front door speakers as they carry low end bass signals only. Installer told me that replacing them with co-axials would do nothing to improve the sound stage. I will post pictures showing the two different speakers and the final installation once someone tells me how to transfer them from my android phone to this thread.
Well worth the cost!
Well worth the cost!
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I finally replaced the corner dash speakers in my 2024 ES 350 Non Mark Levinson System with 3.5" Infinity 307REF speakers. Bought them on sale at Crutchfield for $75.00 (free shipping) Had them professionally installed by a mobile installer for $100.00. The factory system were flimsy, made of plastic and typical poor quality speakers manufactured in Vietnam. The infinity's were robust construction and were significantly better quality. They fit flush with the speaker grills. The upgraded speakers have much improved clarity (higher end) and transmit low-end bass signals much better. Did not change out the front door speakers as they carry low end bass signals only. Installer told me that replacing them with co-axials would do nothing to improve the sound stage. I will post pictures showing the two different speakers and the final installation once someone tells me how to transfer them from my android phone to this thread.
Well worth the cost!
Well worth the cost!
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No need to replace center dash speaker. It is 5 ohm speaker, not 4 ohm (as is required for the corner dash speakers) and amplifies phone only. I'm not exaggerating when I say that the clarity, separation, frequency response (both low and high end) improved ten-fold. Anyone who considers themself and audiophile should swap out the front dash speakers. You won't realize how flat the factory speakers were until you do this.
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rd8a (08-08-24)
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Pictures of Stock vs. Infinity 3.5" Dash Speakers
Front side of stock & Infinity speakers
Back side of stock and Infinity speakers
Magnet of Infinity speaker
Magnet of stock speaker
Installed Infinity speaker
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Your post has me considering installing these as well. Crutchfield’s installation notes says “In order to mount a speaker in this location, you will need to modify the speaker, speaker bracket or mounting surface by cutting or grinding off some material.” Did your installer mention if he had to do any modification?
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Your post has me considering installing these as well. Crutchfield’s installation notes says “In order to mount a speaker in this location, you will need to modify the speaker, speaker bracket or mounting surface by cutting or grinding off some material.” Did your installer mention if he had to do any modification?
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Denzlex (07-15-24)
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No cutting or grinding necessary. Dropped right in. The installer connected the factory wire to the leads of the speaker and crimped them on. Tightened down the speakers with a 10 mm socket. Grilles fit right over. No splicing or wiring harness necessary. You should hear the Doors' "Riders on the Storm" on Spotify. The keyboards at the intro come from the driver's side speaker; the rain and thunder come from the passenger side speaker. Incredible separation! Adjusted the controls on the touchscreen to add more bass. Wow! No need for a sub. Nice full sound filling the front cabin at 38-40 volume setting. This is an easy, inexpensive upgrade to the factory system. I could have done the whole thing myself for the cost of the speakers ($75) if I'd trusted myself with the installation, but chose to use a professional installer ($100) Pull the trigger. You won't regret it
Not sure if u can tell, but there is a mod to the mounting hole.
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Installer told me they fit without any modification, The modification you red-lined may have been attributable to the factory speaker fitment by Lexus workers during the car's assembly. The factory speakers were very poor quality and supplied by a third-party.
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Yes the hole alignment is due to the factory speakers as they are a perfect fit. Your speakers don't have the same hole alignment as oem because they are bit shorter. I changed mine as how I know it's not a perfect fit. But one thing is true. You don't have to cut anything. Just figure out a way to secure the second screw.
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Yes the hole alignment is due to the factory speakers as they are a perfect fit. Your speakers don't have the same hole alignment as oem because they are bit shorter. I changed mine as how I know it's not a perfect fit. But one thing is true. You don't have to cut anything. Just figure out a way to secure the second screw.
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METRA - Toyota 2020 Speaker harness - pair (72-8109. This allowed me to utilize oem speaker connectors without cutting any wires. You will be able to secure the speaker with one screw no issues and second one you will have to use washers or something. Because as previously mentioned, the mounting hole spacing are not the same on oem and aftermarket
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