Ok, my BOSE is almost gone and I am not a stereo guy, however I did some shopping recently and here is what I came up with, please tell me if it is good or not and let me know what kind of amp I should get...



Speaker Size 6 ½"Speaker Type 2-WayTop Mount Height (inches) UnavailableTop Mount Depth (inches) 2 1/16Bottom Mount Tweeter Protrudes (inches) UnavailableBottom Mount Depth (inches) 2 ¼Woofer Cone Material Polymer/Mica CompositeWoofer Surround Material Butyl RubberTweeter Design Soft DomeDirectional Tweeter YESMidrange Design N/AGrills Included? YESCut Out Size 5 ¼ InchesSensitivity (dB) 92Frequency Response (Hz) 55Hz-22kHzRecommended Amp Wattage Range 2-60Peak Power Handling (Watts) 180





Speaker Size 6 ½"Speaker Type Component SystemTop Mount Height (inches) UnavailableTop Mount Depth (inches) 2-1/8 (Woofer), 9/16 (Tweeter as Flush Mount)Bottom Mount Tweeter Protrudes (inches) UnavailableBottom Mount Depth (inches) 2 ¼Woofer Cone Material Polymer/Mica CompositeWoofer Surround Material Butyl RubberTweeter Design Soft DomeDirectional Tweeter YESMidrange Design N/AGrills Included? YESCut Out Size 5 ¼ InchesSensitivity (dB) 92Frequency Response (Hz) 55Hz-22kHzRecommended Amp Wattage Range 2-50Peak Power Handling (Watts) 150Accessories Crossover Included

This is what I bought for my inner set up.

 

Here is the head unit I just purchased.



Dimensions (WxDxH) 7 x 6.1 x 2Car Stereo Type CDRMS Power x Channels (Watts) 27 x 4Satellite Radio Ready YESPeak Power x Channels (Watts) 60 x 4Digital Radio Service Provider "XM"CD Changer Controls YESDisc/Station Naming YESRandom Disc Play YESCD/MD Frequency Response 5Hz- 20kHzCD/MD Signal to Noise Ratio 105 dBTape Dolby NR N/ATape Music Search N/ATape Full Logic Controls N/ATape Frequency Response (best) N/ATape S/N Ratio (best) N/AFaceplate Security Detachable FaceFits Chassis Size DINInstallation depth (inches) 6-1/8# of Pre-Amp Outputs 3 SetsPre-Amp Output Voltage (Volts) 4.0Loudness/Bass Boost YESSound Processing/Equalization YES# Presets (AM/FM) 6/12Mono/Stereo Switch NORemote Control Type WirelessDisplay Colors Multi-ColorRecommended Accessories Digital Satellite Radio TunerInstallation Notice: Price does not include installation. Please contact your nearest Roadshop for pricing specific to your vehicle. Other Features XM Satellite Radio Ready; CD Text; 4 Volt Pre-Out

 

Infinity's powerful polypropylene woofer cone is at the heart of its Reference Series 1220w 12" subwoofer. It joins with a large, dual-stacked magnet assembly to crank out clear, efficient bass at a price that will surprise you.

The high-roll rubber surround extends bass response and speaker life. If you're into loud bass, listen up! A whomping 11.9 millimeter X-max delivers exceptional excursion — this woofer is great for high SPL applications. 1-year warranty.
Key Features:

* power range 50-300 watts RMS each
* peak power 1,200 watts
* frequency response 20-800 Hz
* sensitivity 92 dB
* top mount depth: 6-1/8"
* sealed box volume: 1.25 cu. ft.
* ported box volume: 2.0 cu. ft.

 

So I have the inside Polk's, Head Unit and 1 sub, I am now looking for amps...any recommendations? I eventually will buy another sub...or upgrade to 2 better ones, I am just starting on the stereo, I did the bolt on go fast and handling mods first. One thing is, this is expensive, props to all of you with phat stereos, I know you have spent a ton! I am having a single 12" enclosure built to the spec of the speaker, for maximum quality. What do you guys think of my set up? what else do you recommend? I am going to buy a optima red top before the install also.

 

Nice setup I especially like the head unit and interior speakers. and as for the sub it is a decent starter. And you told me the prices so VERY GOOD setup for the price I know you spent.

Jared

 

keep the stock door enclosures
modd them to fit the speaker

not bad on the other stuff
im more of a eclipse HD, diamond audio speakers and xtant guy myself

but hey!
whatever floats ya boat

 

WOW! I feel honored...I got the "famous Bryan H" to post for me What do you mean by keep the stock enclosure? I know I want to keep the bose grille. haha, dont laugh, I feel like a straight up noob!

 

I am a big fan of Soundstream Reference series amps. I have one from 6 years ago that was pounding 2 JL 12's for me. If not I would go Zapco, but at a large cost....

 

the enclosure that the 5/14 is in stock. the box thing bolted to the door.
keep that box thing, mod it, maybe glass the enclosure {better sound}

the stock box is ported, so you will either need an eq to dial down some punchy bass due to its design {thanks dr bose.....dork}

but so far, you're off to a good start

 

My sponsor did all mine with Ample Audio and they really work well,

you can check their specs on all the line at www.ampleaudio.com and decide for yourself...as well if you look at one for pricing, let me know , I'll ask for a good deal for you, Don.

 

Thanks Tracy all that amp stuff is confusing me what do I need to power all the speakers correctly? also you have a nice set up.

Bryan what do you mean by glass? I thought the original 5 1/4 had to just be cut a little wider to fit? same with the rear, they are 6x9 right? so I just make a round hole in the middle of the oval shape to put the smaller 6 1/2 in?

 

the front speakers are 5 1/4 to my old self knowledge

the rears are 6x9's
i never used em
ripped em out. screws up the staging.

glass = fiberglass

 

I guess I should take apart the door panel and look at them...but isnt it wood there now?

 

If we are talking a 4th gen its 6.5" all the way around.

Great HU choice see sig

 

third gen

 

I guess this is what I want to know. I want an amp that is going to get my speakers the full amount of wattage needed, to produce the cleanest sound. By looking at the wattage on my speakers, head unit, etc...what kind of wattage amp/channel/ohm do I need?

Thanks!

 

I am running the Exonic 274 for Mids/Highs 720 watt MAX Bridgeable 4 Channel Amplifier

I have components in the front and rear unlike yours but as long as the speakers will handle the power, this should match up well

...again let me know what your budget for the amp is

...also call Dave at Tweeter and I am sure he can help as well...later Bro

 

well my friend picked up his fosgate 5 ch for like 300. out in LA.

like i said there is nothing wrong with the stuff out there. i have been getting stuff out there for friends systems for more than 4 years. have not had a problem since.

 

well, I am going with the 5 channel

anyone recommend an amp?

what kind of wattage I need to push them reliably and have them at the full potential?

Thanks!

oh yeah, bizump!

 

Eclipse,Kicker,Zapco,JL,DA, etc...depends on your budget, and the power you want

 

yeah, budget is around $300ish.

I would like to know the suggested power for the speakers I have.