ASC Audio 6x9 to 6-inch Front Door Speaker Adapter Plates + Harness vs Metra 70-7863 amplifier retention wire harness for Honda Element
Overall winner: Metra 70-7863 amplifier retention wire harness for Honda Element
Key Differences
Metra 70-7863 (A) is an amplifier retention wire harness designed specifically to preserve the factory amp, speakers, sub and auxiliary input for Honda Element installs and is noted for easy installation; ASC Audio 6x9→6" adapter (B) provides pair of plastic plates plus a harness to adapt 6x9 to 6" front door speakers and speeds installation but may require sanding or shaving for some speaker/vehicle fits. Choose Metra if you need a vehicle-specific amp retention harness for a Honda Element; choose ASC Audio if you need speaker adapter plates to fit 6x9-to-6" speakers and value corrosion-resistant plastic hardware
ASC Audio 6x9 to 6-inch Front Door Speaker Adapter Plates + Harness
Speaker adapter combo for adding aftermarket front door speakers. Includes 2 plates and 2 harnesses; plates may require trimming for some speaker sizes. Customer note: fits well and improves install efficiency
Pros
- includes pair of plates and harness
- speeds up installation
- corrosion-resistant plastic
- works with specific Toyota and FJ Cruiser models
Cons
- may require sanding/shaving/file to fit certain speakers
- fit depends on speaker size and vehicle
- mixed opinions on installation process
Metra 70-7863 amplifier retention wire harness for Honda Element
Wire harness preserves factory amplifier, speakers, sub and auxiliary input for 2003–2011 Honda Element. Easy install with positive fit and quality notes; some customers mention mixed wire connections
Pros
- preserves factory amp and speakers
- maintains factory sub and auxiliary input
- easy to install
- good fit and quality
Cons
- wire connections criticized by some
- absence of steering wheel control ground wire noted
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Metra |
| Durability | ASC Audio |
| Versatility | Metra |
| User Reviews | Metra |