Focal Component Speakers
#1
Focal Component Speakers
I was wondering what size goes for front and rear speakers for a 2003 MAX SE. Also are Focal as good as advertised? Should I even bothering replacing the rear speakers. Oh BTW should I switch headunits? TIA
P.S. I don't have the BOSE system.
P.S. I don't have the BOSE system.
#2
As you can see from my sig, I decided to go with Focal over Kenwood, Alpine, eclipse comps. were not available at the stereo shop I listened to. I think the main difference is in the midbass. Not too many speakers around, from a component set offer that much midbass. It seemed like all others were lacking the midbass thereafter. The tried and true test, is to just go and listen to which one you like the best.
#3
The polyglass comps have more midbass, the polykevs are a little more defined sound, and the utopias are AWESOME!!!!!!
I have the Polykevlar 165k's fronts, and polyglass 160HC in the rears for rear fill. Let me tell you I wouldnt trade my system for nothing, except some Utopias!!!! LOL
I have the Polykevlar 165k's fronts, and polyglass 160HC in the rears for rear fill. Let me tell you I wouldnt trade my system for nothing, except some Utopias!!!! LOL
#4
Re: Focal Component Speakers
I recently upgraded from Polk MOMO components to Focal 165k2s. To my ears the Focals are better in every way. They get louder, sound clearer, and give out much more midbass when comapred to the Polks.
I believe that you would need 6.5s all around in the 2k3, you might have to do some work to get the speakers fitted correctly.
Personally I'd put all of my money towards the front components and skip the rears. I ahve Infinity rears in my car but leave them off unless I have rear passengers and I'm listening to a baseball game or something. I'd also switch out your head unit, especially if you are looking are good speakers like Focal. Make sure you do it right. Get a nice head unit, a good 100W RMS x2 amp and the Focals and you won't be dissapointed or sorry.
I believe that you would need 6.5s all around in the 2k3, you might have to do some work to get the speakers fitted correctly.
Personally I'd put all of my money towards the front components and skip the rears. I ahve Infinity rears in my car but leave them off unless I have rear passengers and I'm listening to a baseball game or something. I'd also switch out your head unit, especially if you are looking are good speakers like Focal. Make sure you do it right. Get a nice head unit, a good 100W RMS x2 amp and the Focals and you won't be dissapointed or sorry.
Originally posted by eperalta
I was wondering what size goes for front and rear speakers for a 2003 MAX SE. Also are Focal as good as advertised? Should I even bothering replacing the rear speakers. Oh BTW should I switch headunits? TIA
P.S. I don't have the BOSE system.
I was wondering what size goes for front and rear speakers for a 2003 MAX SE. Also are Focal as good as advertised? Should I even bothering replacing the rear speakers. Oh BTW should I switch headunits? TIA
P.S. I don't have the BOSE system.
#5
Focal Component Speakers
I have the Utopias (165 W) up front, and have the Polyglass (165 V) in the rear. I mounted the tweeter in the rear pillar and it provided soooooooooo much more rear fill. I think that if you can, get components all the way around and mount them in the pillar.
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#6
Im selling 7" focal UTOPIA midbass..i paid about 160 each...selling them for probably under 140 each...Brand new....never used/mounted. Awesome Mid-bass Comes with speaker grilles. I have 3 pairs
#8
About Daimond Audio...
Originally posted by Pearl96Max
Focals are excellent speakers, but alos look into Diamond Audio. They have equivelant (if not surpassing) quality, and cost less money too.
--My $.02
--Don
Focals are excellent speakers, but alos look into Diamond Audio. They have equivelant (if not surpassing) quality, and cost less money too.
--My $.02
--Don
Thanks,,,,,DMAN
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Re: About Daimond Audio...
Originally posted by DMAN11
Hey Don,,,how bout those Diamond Audio's... I am running some Boston Acoustic Rally series components right now on a 4 channel Alpine amp. Do they compare at all to the DA's,,,,and if not would it be worth it to go to the DA's for me? If so,,,,what kind of price am I looking at for them? DMAN11@prodigy.net <---If you prefer
Thanks,,,,,DMAN
Hey Don,,,how bout those Diamond Audio's... I am running some Boston Acoustic Rally series components right now on a 4 channel Alpine amp. Do they compare at all to the DA's,,,,and if not would it be worth it to go to the DA's for me? If so,,,,what kind of price am I looking at for them? DMAN11@prodigy.net <---If you prefer
Thanks,,,,,DMAN
I really couldnt tell you as far as the Bostons are concerned, as Im not very familiar with them. If ya still want pricing tho, shoot me an email...MyPearlTPI@aol.com
You can check out DA here:
http://www.diamondaudio.com/
--Don
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Originally posted by eperalta
What amp is running your system? Also what headunit are you using? Let me know. TIA
What amp is running your system? Also what headunit are you using? Let me know. TIA
--Don
#13
Traffic Jams out in Buford is a big Diamond Audio dealer. They built my friend's Lexus IS with a full Diamond Audio system, amps, speakers, subs, and it sounds incredible.
Originally posted by TallB'00SE
Does anyone know of a place in Atlanta where I can "test drive" Diamond Audio Components. I'm hesitant to buy anything that I have not heard for myself. Let me know.
Does anyone know of a place in Atlanta where I can "test drive" Diamond Audio Components. I'm hesitant to buy anything that I have not heard for myself. Let me know.
#14
If you're looking at Focal, which is a great brand, then you might also want to look at Dynaudio. The quality is as high or slightly higher than the Utopias, but the tweeter is a bit smoother, and more natural sounding than the Focals are.
#15
eperalta,
I have been pretty pleased with Focal component speakers. I would recommend them as one of the best brands. As far as a new head unit goes, you have to consider that your sound will be only as good as the source that reproduces it. If it fits within your budget at this time, to get a new head unit, I'd say go for it. Sooner or later you will change to a non-factory head unit. It's only a matter of time.
I have been pretty pleased with Focal component speakers. I would recommend them as one of the best brands. As far as a new head unit goes, you have to consider that your sound will be only as good as the source that reproduces it. If it fits within your budget at this time, to get a new head unit, I'd say go for it. Sooner or later you will change to a non-factory head unit. It's only a matter of time.
#17
Re: Focal Component Speakers
Originally posted by eperalta
I was wondering what size goes for front and rear speakers for a 2003 MAX SE. Also are Focal as good as advertised? Should I even bothering replacing the rear speakers. Oh BTW should I switch headunits? TIA
P.S. I don't have the BOSE system.
I was wondering what size goes for front and rear speakers for a 2003 MAX SE. Also are Focal as good as advertised? Should I even bothering replacing the rear speakers. Oh BTW should I switch headunits? TIA
P.S. I don't have the BOSE system.
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