Kicker 6 Speaker Plug & Play Upgrade Bundle Install | 2016 - 2023 Toyota Tacoma 

Thank you so much for your kind words!!

Woohoo! So glad you’re happy!!

Wow, thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback!

Your still going to need an amplifier. It's not going to sound good straight off the factory radio

Sounds like a lovely plan!!

We appreciate you VERY muc!!

Absolutely! We appreciate you very much!!

Thanks so much!! We appreciate you VERY much!

Which amp did you use? I am having the same problem. Too little power to the speakers.

Which amp did you get?

Depending on what audio system came in the truck . If you Have JBL this upgrade should be felt

Can someone elaborate on how to install and amp to power the speakers with the amp? Amp usually power thru the RC cables how can you install that to speakers. Forgive me if it's a stupid question

@@albono780you mean if I have the JBL already then going to this no need to add another amp for this kit to be a big upgrade?

Woohoo! Right on man! We are actually in the process of working on plug and play amp and subwoofer kits for Tacomas, stay tuned!

BOOM! We appreciate you!! Hope you love it!

@TiborTheMan my brother is a US Marine and has the JBL premium sound but is not happy with it he will be back in 3 weeks so want to surprise him with a welcome back home gift how do you like your new kicker sound? You had basic sound or the jbl one ? Did it get better blessings thank you.

How do they sound? Looking to get it myself.

You are so welcome!

Absolutely! We definitely recommend sound deadening!!

Thanks for commenting! Our trucks don't stay with one setup very long, so we didn't see it worth sound deadening at that time!

Hahahaha! We just like to bring you cool stuff!!

Maybe some day!

Thanks for the feedback! Kicker recently changed the speaker brackets, and we have now started adding a slot for the wires to pass through.

Oh no! I'm wondering if something may be wrong. Have you connected with our support team? If not, hit us up here: trailgridpro.com/pages/contact

Woohoo! So glad you're happy! Hmmm, maybe use them as paper-weights?

Right on man! Thanks for your comment and feedback! We appreciate ya!

Sounds wonderful! We'll have a plug and play amp kit for the factory head unit VERY soon.

@@TrailGridPro When will this come out I've been looking for a good amp for my door speakers!!

We appreciate the honest review! You're absolutely correct. Speakers alone will not increase volume. A speaker is only as good as its source, and these speakers powered by an otherwise factory sound system are not being used to their full potential.

@terrywinningham5405 do you know what they meant by “crossovers” when they were talking about their bundle early in the video? Also, do you know why that’s needed?

Yep, definitely always a good idea!

The crossovers keep the lows funneling to the 6x9 only and the highs to the tweeters.

Yep, it's on the list!!

Thank you for your comment! With our speaker bundles you get all the necessary adapters required to install without splicing your speaker wires! We are currently working on plug and play amplifier and sub kits, we have some options available on our site already!

@@donniebarrett2781 Yessss, we’ll be launching a new Tacoma amp and sub combo solution in about a week! Stay tuned!!

You can always grab shorter screws!

We haven't yet ... but we're working on it!

Thank you for commenting! We don't have an install video specifically for that just yet but the install isn't much different!

We're sorry about that mix-up! Feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance!

Please help? How does this system work with JBL and non-JBL? What ohm speakers are these? Thank you.

@@tbirdsdign It works perfectly with the JBL system. We came out with our 4Runner Kicker bundle 8 months ago with wild success and now we've released our Kicker bundle!

The stock JBL head unit can definitely power the speakers! That being said, if after installation you find you were looking for more power then you can definitely install an amp!

We don't ... sorry!

Thanks for watching and for commenting! We appreciate your feedback.

That's definitely not normal! It could be an issue with the speakers or the head unit!

The dash speakers are just tweeters, and with our Kicker kits the crossover is built in to the wiring!

The factory head unit will be a limitation, but a more powerful head unit paired with these speakers makes for a great sounding system!

We don't have an amp package at this time but we're working on it!

@@lucasmartens6996 Totally understand your thoughts here but all of in the shop run these speakers and have had zero issues. We’ve also sold over 3,000 bundles at this point and also no issues. You’re always welcome to secure the crossovers or wiring with zip ties if you prefer.

I pulled out a non-jbl (the factory pioneer) and it says 4 ohm

@@RoryEckelinteresting. I also understood the non-JBL was Toyota’s Etunes, not pioneer. So I am clear, you’re saying the stock speakers connected to the Etunes head are 4ohm Pioneers?

We run these in our JBL amplified Tacoma and 4Runner in the shop and they work beautifully!

These speakers will run with the factory setup, but you'll definitely get more potential from these speakers when powered by a more powerful source such as an amplifier or aftermarket head unit!

How did they turn out? Thinking about doing the same to my pro

How do you like these speakers? Did you notice loss of volume going from 2-4 OHM?

Woohoo! Enjoy!

We haven't tested them in a 2005. We have confirmed fitment in a 2016 - 2023 Tacoma.

Absolutely, you can certainly disconnect the battery if you feel more comfortable!

Not at this time - currently we carry Alpine and Sony head units!

These speakers will work with the factory setup, but a more powerful source such as a head unit or aftermarket amp will definitely get you more potential from these speakers!

We don't know! The Tacoma was purchased with them already on, lol!

Hmm, unlikely. Did you purchase from us? If so, give us a shout and we're happy to help! 301.835.9100.

Hey! I actually bought this exact same speaker set up for my tacoma before this video even came out- its an access cab too- the head unit has enough power to work all these speakers for sure but its not worth upgrading your rear access door speakers at all if you’re not upgrading the head unit, after reading some forums the stock stereo sends minimal power to the access cab doors and sends more power to the doors and dash speakers. The door speakers produce almost no sound and are very VERY quiet- try sliding the directional sound all the way to the rear seats and you’ll see what i mean. Tldr if you’re looking at an access cab just get the dash and the doors the rear speakers are fine the way they are.

Awesome info. thanks much. @@rogergibson7938

Yep, it sure does!!

You can use the factory deck or an aftermarket deck. Or, if you want to amplify it you can pair it with this package: trailgridpro.com/products/kicker-plug-play-5-channel-amplifier-kit-16-23-tacoma

Stock car sound systems are made of cheap low impedance speakers.. that way car manufacturers don't have to produce a powerful head unit, and or install an amplifier in the car... their goal is to save money. However, if your car comes with 2-ohm speakers and you put 4-ohm speakers.. you are reducing the power output of your head unit in half thus reducing the power that gets to the speaker. The proper way to install aftermarket speakers is to install an amplifier to run them. That way you are sure to feed the power they need. Simply exchanging the speakers will improve the sound quality a little bit, but it will sound lower and you won't be taking advantage of the capabilities of the speakers.

@@P_double_H Thanks! Looking at a few amps that's can be tucked away without too much trouble.

@@danav3387 i personally like Kicker Amps. But I hear the JBL Stadium Amps are pretty good too. I believe kicker amps produce more power.

Great question! We always recommend starting with a more powerful head unit before upgrading door speakers!

My guess is yes. I also think I would need to amp these not having the JBL which likely pushes more power than the Etunes head.

Typical rule of thumb has been that you'd think you would lose volume, but the Kicker speakers are so much better than the factory speakers that you actually don't. We run them in our shop 4Runner and Tacoma and all we experience is an improved overall audio performance!

Unfortunately we've never tested it. Not sure. Sorry!

We're working on it! :-)

The rear speakers are mostly fill, and your front speakers deliver most of the sound. If you believe something is defective, feel free to reach out to our support team!

That very well may be something we carry in the future! Stay tuned!

Upgraded speakers will provide better sound quality and clarity, but if you want "louder" you should consider an upgraded head unit or amplifier.

Yep, it sure will!

Not at the moment, but we may have something for ya in the future!

Yessss, absolutely!

We have plenty of aftermarket head unit solutions to provide more power and amp solutions to provide even more power! We've found sound is a personal preference so we try to have a solution for everyone! Thanks so much for watching and for your comments!

Most people in the market for aftermarket speakers are also upgrading their source, with either an amp or more powerful head unit. Even customers who don't, seem to be very happy with these speakers!

We always recommend a more powerful source when running these speakers.

wow....Crickets.....I would like to know too

Everything I've read about upgrading the speakers in an SR points to getting improvements from doing the tweeters, but our factory head unit doesn't give enough power to the kickers to take advantage of an upgrade.

@@hotpickles what head unit is recommended? I just ordered these

@@Troopers-ux8qz I don't know off the top of my head, but I think there's a pretty in-depth thread on tacomaworld forums.

This kit will work but a more powerful head unit is recommended to drive these speakers.

At this time we only sell everything as a bundle. Sorry!

We're working on it! :-)

You will see a tremendous upgrade in sound quality and clarity, but if you're looking for more oomph you should consider a more powerful source such as an aftermarket head unit or amplifier!

As someone who knows very little about sound systems, where should I start when it comes to looking for a good amp?

Sound is honestly a personal preference, so it's hard to say whether your taste will require one or not. What I can tell you is that adding an amp will definitely result in a much louder experience!

Hmm, sorry to hear you’re not satisfied. Generally the results from our customers regarding this bundle are fantastic. Nonetheless, you’re never stuck with something you’re not completely satisfied with with us! You’re more than welcome to begin your return and refund process here: trailgridpro.com/refund_returns/ One thing to remember is that sound is a personal preference and we all have different ears. You could be a guy that’s looking for more from his audio system so if you’re sticking with your factory head unit it may be time to add a digital sound processor and possibly a different amp. The sound from speakers is only a product of the source they came from. Many have paired our Kicker speakers with our 9500ES Tacoma bundle and have been super satisfied: trailgridpro.com/products/sony-xav-9500es-plug-play-bundle-16-22-tacoma/ The 9500 has a super clean, clear and loud audio signal … much improved compared to factory.

@@TrailGridPro I appreciate the input, I knew I was hoping for something that probably does not exist. I come from a world of competiton car audio from 20 years ago, I just was hoping for more. Toyota really missed the mark with this in the first place. My wives Wrangler has the premium Alpine system in it and it just blows this out of the water. I'll listen to it for a few day and see how I feel about it.

@@lucierjayable Totally understand and your comment makes so much sense now that you have experience in competition audio! I bet you’ve built / heard some pretty wild systems! Our Kicker bundle is definitely for those looking for more from their audio system, but as you mentioned, its by no means wild. Now, if you add a new source unit (such as our 9500ES bundle) and an external amplifier then the Kicker speakers can certainly enter the wild world! We have some plug and play amplified kits in the works so stay tuned! And yes, keep us in the loop. You’re never stuck with anything you don’t love when buying from us! We appreciate you!

@@TrailGridPro Ok, I may have been wrong after playing around with this for a day. The sound is rich and full. My only complaint is I keep trying to turn it up. Ordered a 5 channel amp and new sub today.

What sub did you go with ? I kind of started the opposite way and have the jl audio stealthbox w/ jl xd 300 amp. I’m contemplating getting the kicker package to complete it. The bass is definitely an improvement just want more mid range and fuller. I too have JBL factory system. One thing to note is IF you go the JL route you have to order a replacement rear cargo piece to omit where the 8in sub was. I didn’t realize and had to go ahead and get it lol. Overall happy tho.

We do not, sorry about that!

You'll definitely have sound! I think what they're referencing is the "loudness" is a product of the amount of power thrown at speakers from the power source the sound is coming from. So, if you're going to pair these speakers with your factory head unit, while you'll experience an improvement in sound quality you can't expect a "louder" system because the power source (your factory head unit) is still pushing the same power to your new speakers as it was with the factory speakers. An amp, would provide a louder experience because all of a sudden you have a ton more power being thrown at the speakers. A new head unit from us would provide an improved audio experience along with a louder experience because our head unit bundles have a better audio signal and more power than the factory head unit. Hopefully that helps!

@@TrailGridPro Thank you 🤘🏻

The kit will be back in stock in late December / Early January.

coming VERY soon!

@@TrailGridPro Soon???

Por el momento solo vendemos el kit completo, lo siento!

We appreciate you!

We have not confirmed fitment on 2024's yet! Sorry about that!

Great question! We're currently working on a system that will bypass the factory amp with an aftermarket one using the factory wiring!

When is it coming out?

Did you figure it out yet?

@@TheCoon1975 I installed it. I also sound deadened took me and a friend 4 hrs we were being thorough

@@evanyacoub Not bad at all. I've got a Second Gen (2015) looking for something like this myself. Thanks

Generally speaking, it can take anywhere from 2 to 4 hours depending on a variety of factors.

Thanks for your comment! We do carry a plug and play amp kit for your truck! Feel free to check out our site!

We haven't had any issues with rattles in our company trucks, and those door panels have been off hundreds of times at this point!

They're back in stock now! trailgridpro.com/products/kicker-plug-play-6-speaker-bundle-upgrade-16-23-tacoma

It’s possible you have different connectors and it’s as easy as getting you the correct ones. Send us a photo of one of your rear connectors to support@trailgridpro.com and we’ll get ya out the correct rears tomorrow! :-)

@@TrailGridPro I sent a email with pics please send part asap :)

We have plug and play head unit bundles from Sony & Alpine for Tacoma's as well! Check them out here: trailgridpro.com/pages/toyota-tacoma-accessories

I checked out your website and saw some really great items.....i live in md..does your store do installation as well

Soon! Hopefully no more than a week or two!

Absolutely! A speaker is only as good as its source, and a more powerful head unit or an amplifier would get you far more potential from aftermarket speakers!

We haven't tested these setups on anything that isn't shown here or on our website. Sorry about that!

They'll be back in stock very soon! Stay tuned!

We'll have sub / amp options coming soon! Stay tuned!

@@TrailGridPro That's great! I just ordered the speakers and will definitely be interested in finding out more about the sub/speaker upgrade!

Me also. Hopefully soon. Ty

@@TrailGridPro This is what I was hoping to hear! Can't wait to complete the system.

@@TrailGridPro Yessir please keep up updated! Looking to upgrade my stock speakers in my 2023 TRD sport with the stock JBL audio system

They fit 2016 to 2023. We don’t have a 2024 solution yet.

Hmm, you're right! That would be cool!

Most likely!

@@TrailGridPro I'll be waiting!

Great question! The speakers themselves are likely the same for a 2nd gen, we just haven't looked into the required adaptors just yet!

Here's the link: trailgridpro.com/pages/kicker-shop#toyota-tacoma-speaker-kits

You can! We're back in stock: trailgridpro.com/products/kicker-plug-play-6-speaker-bundle-upgrade-16-23-tacoma

I'll glady pay them the extra 100 for the plug and play option.

@@lucierjayable precisely

If you get the CX kicker speakers you don’t get the same sound quality then the KS kicker speaker that they use in there kit . The CX have the same spec as the KS but sound and quality are way different .

Totally understand! You can absolutely source the products individually, we just assembled them for you and made them plug and play. We understand our products aren't for everyone!

Here's my take...as a person just starting out in the whole vehicle audio scene, it can get really really confusing with so many options out there! The biggest issues that many new beginners face are "INCOMPATIBILITY". Most of us can see the 6.5, 6X9 but each brand and model are so different that they don't always fit in nor are they just plug and play as the user would hope. Now this is just the start of the problem, from finding the correct harness, tools and sometimes even a necessity of a change on the whole entire audio wires just because the user decided to go from stock OEM to much more than just a plug and play realizing that the OEM unit isn't sufficient in powering the new audio system to take advantage of the new speakers installed. With that said, having a "KIT" takes the homework out of the equation and anyone who is serious about not just throwing in some nonsense but a practical kit that is proven from other Tacoma owners is a no brainer. I have two Tacoma...a 2000 and a 2019 Tacoma. My 2000 Tacoma was done professionally by an Audio specialist and the whole system including installation cost me roughly around $2150. An Alpine deck w/ "Type S" system component front and 2 way back with a shallow Type R shallow sub and two amps. Yeah... Installations aren't cheap because I obviously don't know wtf I am doing. How did the end result sound? Damn loud, damn clear! I love it! Good product and excellent service are not cheap and warranty gets extended in my case when done officially. My sub was a defect after 2 weeks of use, drove back to the audio dealer and they literally took out the sub and replaced it the same day without hassling me through the paperwork and return repair and etc. in my case, I have no regrets. Having a good sound system is such an awesome feeling it really is hard to describe the difference other than wow...I didn't realize I was missing out that much. Again, not everyone is audio savvy and if a company has already done the homework then yes the premium price justifies the kit. I'm planning on upgrading my 2019 Tacoma soon so I'm somewhat intrigued by this "kicker" kit that everyone seems to be fussing about. My original plan was to do an OEM to a JL C2 system upgrade with either a JL stealth or custom shallow Jl 12W3v3 and a 5 channel amp or two if needed and maybe even an audio signal upgrade because I want to keep the head unit plain as simple so I don't get my truck broken into. Of course I would do an entire four door deadening since there is a kit already for the Tacoma's door.

Appreciate you!!

Total game changer! Thank you for your feedback!

Oh no! Did you buy them from us? I'm so sorry! With us, you're never stuck with something you don't love. Let us know!

Haha! Thanks a bunch for watching!!