Budget Audio thread
12-18-2008, 03:15 PM
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Budget Audio thread
So in my sisters G35 the bose speakers are not loud enough...
So while I am home I think an upgrade might be doable. I have a 7" ED sub(i know many of you don't approve) that is left over from me swapping in some ole skool Pioneers in the Max. So I would use the 7" sub in the rear deck with a 6x9 to 7" MDF adapter.
So that takes care of the sub.
But now I need some front speakers. What are some decently cheap components? Nothing special, it can even be from a local store for all I care. I have Diamond comps in my car so they don't even have to be as good/bad as those
Rear door speakers will just be some decent coaxials. Not much care about these.
Now I need a amp, I know this is important so if I want to afford a decent one, I will most likely buy a used one. I am thinking a 5 channel amp so I can power the "sub" as well.
My goals are to have a better sounding system then stock and to push out more than the stock 150w.
The head unit is a Pioneer Z2/Z3. I believe it only has 2.5v preamps
but that is what I have to work with. I will run 14guage stinger speaker wires and 4 or 8 gauge power wire.
So all suggestions will be helpful. Keep in mind I will want to do this cheap as possible
So while I am home I think an upgrade might be doable. I have a 7" ED sub(i know many of you don't approve) that is left over from me swapping in some ole skool Pioneers in the Max. So I would use the 7" sub in the rear deck with a 6x9 to 7" MDF adapter.
So that takes care of the sub.
But now I need some front speakers. What are some decently cheap components? Nothing special, it can even be from a local store for all I care. I have Diamond comps in my car so they don't even have to be as good/bad as those
Rear door speakers will just be some decent coaxials. Not much care about these.
Now I need a amp, I know this is important so if I want to afford a decent one, I will most likely buy a used one. I am thinking a 5 channel amp so I can power the "sub" as well.
My goals are to have a better sounding system then stock and to push out more than the stock 150w.
The head unit is a Pioneer Z2/Z3. I believe it only has 2.5v preamps
but that is what I have to work with. I will run 14guage stinger speaker wires and 4 or 8 gauge power wire. So all suggestions will be helpful. Keep in mind I will want to do this cheap as possible
12-19-2008, 07:38 AM
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scrap the rear door speakers and that will cut your number of speakers and amplification channels (cost) down.
some components that have a decent reputation while being affordable are pg rsd, blaupunkt velocity, pioneer prs, or check with don to see if he's running any specials (probably get something nicer at a good price).
there are plenty of decent budget 4 channels although nothing is popping into my head at the moment.
some components that have a decent reputation while being affordable are pg rsd, blaupunkt velocity, pioneer prs, or check with don to see if he's running any specials (probably get something nicer at a good price).
there are plenty of decent budget 4 channels although nothing is popping into my head at the moment.
12-19-2008, 07:40 AM
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scrap the rear door speakers and that will cut your number of speakers and amplification channels (cost) down.
some components that have a decent reputation while being affordable are pg rsd, blaupunkt velocity, pioneer prs, or check with don to see if he's running any specials (probably get something nicer at a good price).
there are plenty of decent budget 4 channels although nothing is popping into my head at the moment.
some components that have a decent reputation while being affordable are pg rsd, blaupunkt velocity, pioneer prs, or check with don to see if he's running any specials (probably get something nicer at a good price).
there are plenty of decent budget 4 channels although nothing is popping into my head at the moment.
12-19-2008, 08:30 PM
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scrap the rear door speakers and that will cut your number of speakers and amplification channels (cost) down.
some components that have a decent reputation while being affordable are pg rsd, blaupunkt velocity, pioneer prs, or check with don to see if he's running any specials (probably get something nicer at a good price).
there are plenty of decent budget 4 channels although nothing is popping into my head at the moment.
some components that have a decent reputation while being affordable are pg rsd, blaupunkt velocity, pioneer prs, or check with don to see if he's running any specials (probably get something nicer at a good price).
there are plenty of decent budget 4 channels although nothing is popping into my head at the moment.
Silly man !
12-19-2008, 08:40 PM
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Nonsense ! Unless I just didnt list the more entry level ones. Hmm that could be the problem, but I can check. We do have a few other options as well and even have some decent amps on the very cheap.
12-19-2008, 08:51 PM
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yeah don... you didn't list the cheaper speakers. i need at least an oa8 and am looking a 426 coaxial set as well. wouldn't mind an ra30 to round out a dls install but i doubt i'll have the money for it.
and a celestra ra220x.
and some mw182s.
ugh.
and a celestra ra220x.
and some mw182s.
ugh.
12-20-2008, 09:04 AM
#18
i think those will work for what you want, although some will disagree cause of their boner status. i bought a set of the 5.25" (ftl) but never used them. looked/felt like any other budget comp. sound is supposed to be one of the best in that price bracket (take that as you will).
12-20-2008, 12:38 PM
#24
at the risk of saying "boner" one too many times. yup every one. from cdt to hifonics to jl to pg to rainbow to dyn i have heard somebody say "people just like them cause they're a boner, they're nothin special" every time. seems like some people got a boner for not buyin boners.
boner. boner. boner.
boner. boner. boner.
12-20-2008, 12:40 PM
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12-21-2008, 07:26 AM
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JBL GTO606C
Are those any good comps? Don't here of too many people using JBL here.
Are those any good comps? Don't here of too many people using JBL here.
# Oversized Plus One™ Woofer Cone
# High-Roll Butyl Rubber Surround
# 1" Edge-Driven Kaladex Tweeter
# I-Mount Multi Tweeter Mounting System
# Intermount III System for Easy 6 3/4" and 7" Fitment
# 2-Way Outboard Crossover
# Mounting Hardware and Grilles Included
# Size: 6 1/2
# Sensitivity: 90 dB
# Frequency Response: 55-21,000 Hz
# Recommended RMS Power: 70W
# Peak Power Handling: 210W
# Impedance: 4 ohms\
# High-Roll Butyl Rubber Surround
# 1" Edge-Driven Kaladex Tweeter
# I-Mount Multi Tweeter Mounting System
# Intermount III System for Easy 6 3/4" and 7" Fitment
# 2-Way Outboard Crossover
# Mounting Hardware and Grilles Included
# Size: 6 1/2
# Sensitivity: 90 dB
# Frequency Response: 55-21,000 Hz
# Recommended RMS Power: 70W
# Peak Power Handling: 210W
# Impedance: 4 ohms\
12-21-2008, 07:57 AM
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at the risk of saying "boner" one too many times. yup every one. from cdt to hifonics to jl to pg to rainbow to dyn i have heard somebody say "people just like them cause they're a boner, they're nothin special" every time. seems like some people got a boner for not buyin boners.
boner. boner. boner.
boner. boner. boner.
12-21-2008, 08:01 AM
#28
), just look at my stash. what i was saying is there are nay sayers to every boner.
12-21-2008, 08:02 AM
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12-21-2008, 09:00 AM
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12-22-2008, 03:06 PM
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What do you guys think about the Sherwood AX6275
35W RMS x 5 and 100W RMS x 1 into 4 ohms. 50W RMS x 5 and 130W RMS x 1 into 2 ohms. Not bridgeable. Big and heavy at 22.3" x 9.5" x 2.3" and 20 pounds. S/N ratio > 95 dB, T.H.D. < 0.03%. Channels 1-5 have built in crossovers which can be set to high pass or low pass at 80Hz, 12 dB/octave, or off. Channel 6 (Subwoofer) has a fixed low pass crossover at 60 Hz, 12 dB/octave, and also a switchable 6 dB boost at 60 Hz. Fuse ratings are 20A x 2.
35W RMS x 5 and 100W RMS x 1 into 4 ohms. 50W RMS x 5 and 130W RMS x 1 into 2 ohms. Not bridgeable. Big and heavy at 22.3" x 9.5" x 2.3" and 20 pounds. S/N ratio > 95 dB, T.H.D. < 0.03%. Channels 1-5 have built in crossovers which can be set to high pass or low pass at 80Hz, 12 dB/octave, or off. Channel 6 (Subwoofer) has a fixed low pass crossover at 60 Hz, 12 dB/octave, and also a switchable 6 dB boost at 60 Hz. Fuse ratings are 20A x 2.