I know I should listen before buying, but still want some suggestions.....

I am currently looking to setup a SQ setup in my i30 and am trying to decide on a setup to get rid of my blose. I haven't really decided whether I want a sub or not, but am leaning towards it.

Parts decided on:
Alpine CDA-7995 Receiver
US Acoustics USB-4065 (4x65 @ 4ohm or 160x2 @ 4ohm) for Front speakers (and possibly rear)
US Acoustics USB-600D (300 watts x 1 @ 2ohm) possibly for sub (not set on)

If I do a sub, I am leaning towards not having any rear fill (any input on this??) most everyone I've talked to say it sounds better.

for the front speakers I am trying to decide on:

Alpine SPX-177A
Infinity Kappa 60.5CS or Infinity Perfect 6.1
CDT CL-61a or CDT HD's
Suggestions accepted (within reason )

The only ones I have heard from the above was the Alpine and I liked those. I heard some Focals (I believe 165k2) at a local store and did not like them, they seemed to have too much 'surround sound' type effect for me. Where do most people put the crossovers? I am thinking under the seats possibly? Anyone had problems with fitting any of these in their Maxima's or i30's??

I like a good tweeter and not sure that harsh would bother me... I love the sound of a good snare drum and listen to mostly rock but occasionally a small bit of rap so would like a sub with quick response and quality, not going for SPL at all, just filling the low notes.

for sub I am considering:

Alpine SWR-1241D
Infinity Perfect
Kicker Solo-Baric S10L7-4 (Is there a large difference between the L5 and L7??)
JL 10w3v2 or JL 12w3v2

I think 300w should be sufficient for my needs, but again, suggestions wanted I plan on designing some sort of a stealth box seen in many of the .org cars to try and keep it "theft proof" and maintain some trunk room.

Any input on effects of dynamatting doors, RCA cables (are monster really worth the cost??) or kick panels for speakers rather than stock locations?

I apologize for the long post but suggestions are much appreciated!!

Jake

 

looks like ur all set, i would be happy with any of the items u have thought about. one thing tho, i would still have some rear fill in there just because i love my highs and mids to sound full, of course i like to fade slightly to the front but this is the effect that i favor the most.

 

Yeah I may upgrade to rear speakers later if I am not happy with the sound.

Anyone else have any suggestions?? Thank you!