Custom Tacoma Audio Build: Kenwood Components and MTX Sub Install

TRD JON · 2024-03-27T23:49:49+00:00

Hey guys! I picked up Underground Tacoma recently and the color is so sick! It changes in certain lighting. Sometimes it looks dark grey, black, blue, and even green/brown sometimes. It just honestly depends on the lighting/ cloud coverage. I've added a few photos of my truck with different lighting so you all can see what I am talking about. Post up your Underground Tacoma!

h4ngman tacoma

Active Wheeler

Jul 31, 2025

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Next weekend, I’m looking to upgrade the audio system in my Tacoma. I plan on taking inspiration from a build I helped my friend put together for his truck.

For the front, I’m planning to install Kenwood components, with 6x9 speakers and 3.5” drivers in the stock mounting locations for a clean, seamless fit, just like we did on his truck.

For the rear doors, I’ll add Kenwood midbass drivers, specifically 6.5” speakers, to boost the sound depth. I’m going with a Hertz 4-channel amp to power everything, keeping the audio crisp and clear, quite similar to my friend’s setup.

For the low end, I’m eyeing an MTX 10” shallow mount sub, perfect for tight spaces. Then I'll build a custom box and amp rack behind the seats, to keep it all organized and secure. If it turns out as good as his Tacoma, this setup is going to sound incredible. Won't lie, I'm kind of looking forward to it.