Uploaded September 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Parts linked in the description below!
Watch a full tutorial as a 2023 Toyota Tacoma will have a new 5 Channel Kenwood Amplifier and Kicker Subwoofer installed to the factory audio sound system. This amp and sub will provide power to the door / dash speakers and subwoofer for a significant enhanced audio experience.
Note: This vehicle wasn't equipped with JBL from the factory - If you have JBL, and you plan on replacing the factory JBL amplifier with a new 5 channel amplifier, we will link those parts to bypass that amp below.
This video applies to Toyota Tacoma models for years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. This video also includes amplifier wiring, rack assembly, factory integration, and installation.
For a complete plug and play setup, click here for the full 5 channel amp install: youtu.be/77jD1fotD2M
Click here to see the front door / dash speaker install on a Tacoma:
youtu.be/6TOb16IHJgg
Click here to see the rear speaker install on a Tacoma:
youtu.be/rP2khu5XTms
Click here to see a small 8" powered sub install on this Tacoma:
youtu.be/pxxNvI393gA
If you have any questions, leave a comment below! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Parts Used (Amazon Associate / eBay Partner Paid Links):
*Kenwood 5 Channel Amplifier: amzn.to/3tjoj3a
-Optional Bass Knob (not included w/ amp): amzn.to/48yT704
*Kicker Comp RT 10" Shallow Mount Subwoofer DVC 4: amzn.to/3RXmgfN
*Skar Audio Tacoma Subwoofer Box (Empty): amzn.to/3rpdrQZ
--NOTE: The Skar LOADED enclosure (Skar sub comes already in box) comes wired to 1 ohm, where most 5 channel amplifiers are not 1 ohm stable on the sub output (like the Kenwood we used). We recommend the empty enclosure so you can add a sub to be wired to 2 ohms which will be stable at most 5 channel amplifiers!
*Red Wolf T Harness Adapter (2020 and newer Audio Only): amzn.to/33reILj
-For a full T harness, use the Pac LPHTY02 (with accessory power): amzn.to/49ySjIP
-For 2016 - 2019, use this Red Wolf T harness: amzn.to/3DQlAAo
-OR the Pac LPHTY01: amzn.to/3Ji5O4b
**If you want a harness made by us for any 4/5 channel amp, click here:
provobeast.com/product-page/2018-toyota-multi-channel-amplifier-t-harness-kit-for-oem-head-unit
*Skar Audio OFC 4 Gauge Amp Wiring Kit: amzn.to/31f0r2U
*9 Conductor Cable Speaker Wire 20': amzn.to/3xK4PSk
-If you need a Line out converter for your install, here are some options:
-Basic 4 channel LOC: amzn.to/3PWSje1
-Mid-grade 4 channel LOC: amzn.to/48CEmtl
-Premium 5/6 channel LOC: amzn.to/3zRQXXY
*ABS Plastic Sheet 12x12": amzn.to/3xJATWT
*Clean wire ruler: provobeast.com/product-page/clean-wiring-installer-ruler
*Other helpful amplifier install accessories: provobeast.com/other-cool-stuff
**If you have JBL and will be replacing the factory amplifier while retaining the OEM Radio, here are the parts needed according to your year Tacoma (according to PAC):
*Pac AP4-TY12 Amp Pro LOC (2016 - 2018): amzn.to/46rnkwR
*Pac AP4-TY13 R.2 Amp Pro LOC (2019 - 2024): amzn.to/3PGZplw
****If you factory JBL radio controls the EQ, Fade, Balance, and volume at the radio itself and NOT digitally via the amplifier, you MAY be able to avoid the PAC Amp Pro Harness (although they are a great solution) and use the Pac LPHTY01 or LPHTY02 breakout harness instead (depending on your year) AND the Amplifier Bypass harness linked below and your chosen LOC.
*Pac APH-TY04 JBL Amplifier Bypass Harness (2016-2017): amzn.to/46dAxJe
*Pac APH-TY01 JBL Amplifier Bypass Harness (2018-2024): amzn.to/3LKICNw
*Clean wire ruler: provobeast.com/product-page/clean-wiring-installer-ruler
*Other helpful amplifier install accessories: provobeast.com/other-cool-stuff
Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate / eBay Partner I earn from qualifying purchases
Parts linked in the description below!
Watch a full tutorial as a 2023 Toyota Tacoma will have a new 5 Channel Kenwood Amplifier and Kicker Subwoofer installed to the factory audio sound system. This amp and sub will provide power to the door / dash speakers and subwoofer for a significant enhanced audio experience.
Note: This vehicle wasn't equipped with JBL from the factory - If you have JBL, and you plan on replacing the factory JBL amplifier with a new 5 channel amplifier, we will link those parts to bypass that amp below.
This video applies to Toyota Tacoma models for years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. This video also includes amplifier wiring, rack assembly, factory integration, and installation.
For a complete plug and play setup, click here for the full 5 channel amp install: youtu.be/77jD1fotD2M
Click here to see the front door / dash speaker install on a Tacoma:
youtu.be/6TOb16IHJgg
Click here to see the rear speaker install on a Tacoma:
youtu.be/rP2khu5XTms
Click here to see a small 8" powered sub install on this Tacoma:
youtu.be/pxxNvI393gA
If you have any questions, leave a comment below! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Parts Used (Amazon Associate / eBay Partner Paid Links):
*Kenwood 5 Channel Amplifier: amzn.to/3tjoj3a
-Optional Bass Knob (not included w/ amp): amzn.to/48yT704
*Kicker Comp RT 10" Shallow Mount Subwoofer DVC 4: amzn.to/3RXmgfN
*Skar Audio Tacoma Subwoofer Box (Empty): amzn.to/3rpdrQZ
--NOTE: The Skar LOADED enclosure (Skar sub comes already in box) comes wired to 1 ohm, where most 5 channel amplifiers are not 1 ohm stable on the sub output (like the Kenwood we used). We recommend the empty enclosure so you can add a sub to be wired to 2 ohms which will be stable at most 5 channel amplifiers!
*Red Wolf T Harness Adapter (2020 and newer Audio Only): amzn.to/33reILj
-For a full T harness, use the Pac LPHTY02 (with accessory power): amzn.to/49ySjIP
-For 2016 - 2019, use this Red Wolf T harness: amzn.to/3DQlAAo
-OR the Pac LPHTY01: amzn.to/3Ji5O4b
**If you want a harness made by us for any 4/5 channel amp, click here:
provobeast.com/product-page/2018-toyota-multi-channel-amplifier-t-harness-kit-for-oem-head-unit
*Skar Audio OFC 4 Gauge Amp Wiring Kit: amzn.to/31f0r2U
*9 Conductor Cable Speaker Wire 20': amzn.to/3xK4PSk
-If you need a Line out converter for your install, here are some options:
-Basic 4 channel LOC: amzn.to/3PWSje1
-Mid-grade 4 channel LOC: amzn.to/48CEmtl
-Premium 5/6 channel LOC: amzn.to/3zRQXXY
*ABS Plastic Sheet 12x12": amzn.to/3xJATWT
*Clean wire ruler: provobeast.com/product-page/clean-wiring-installer-ruler
*Other helpful amplifier install accessories: provobeast.com/other-cool-stuff
**If you have JBL and will be replacing the factory amplifier while retaining the OEM Radio, here are the parts needed according to your year Tacoma (according to PAC):
*Pac AP4-TY12 Amp Pro LOC (2016 - 2018): amzn.to/46rnkwR
*Pac AP4-TY13 R.2 Amp Pro LOC (2019 - 2024): amzn.to/3PGZplw
****If you factory JBL radio controls the EQ, Fade, Balance, and volume at the radio itself and NOT digitally via the amplifier, you MAY be able to avoid the PAC Amp Pro Harness (although they are a great solution) and use the Pac LPHTY01 or LPHTY02 breakout harness instead (depending on your year) AND the Amplifier Bypass harness linked below and your chosen LOC.
*Pac APH-TY04 JBL Amplifier Bypass Harness (2016-2017): amzn.to/46dAxJe
*Pac APH-TY01 JBL Amplifier Bypass Harness (2018-2024): amzn.to/3LKICNw
*Clean wire ruler: provobeast.com/product-page/clean-wiring-installer-ruler
*Other helpful amplifier install accessories: provobeast.com/other-cool-stuff
Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate / eBay Partner I earn from qualifying purchases
