Looking to upgrade my system on a budget - Input needed
08-08-2009, 09:46 PM
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Looking to upgrade my system on a budget - Input needed Well I don't think my car is going to sell anytime soon so I might aswell make it nicer if im going to be driving it. I never intended to get into audio when I bought this car, but I am pretty tired of the system thats in the car now, it simply doesn't sound that good. For some reason the previous owner removed the factory Monsoon system and replaced it with a very cheap set-up, since then I have "upgraded" it a little by swapping the Dual headunit for a nice Pioneer unit, and swapped out the blown/old speakers for Eclipse and Pioneer speakers.
I am now looking to upgrade again, but this time to something GOOD. I want GOOD quality sound, not rattles and distorted music. I currently don't have component speakers, just regular 6.5'' speakers all around. I AM ON A BUDGET, I do not have tons to invest in a stereo system, I am just looking for a quality good sounding system. I am pretty good at finding deals so I just need a basic idea of some good set-ups some of you guys have, like types of speakers, amps, etc.
My ideal set-up would consist of quality speakers all around, subs right behind the back seat or a box on the side, I still want to be able to take my T-Tops on and off, good bass, good mids, good highs, I want it to be LOUD, but not an all bass loud, I want to hear the music and the beat.
Any input is appreciated, also if anyone has anything for sale, please let me know.
I am now looking to upgrade again, but this time to something GOOD. I want GOOD quality sound, not rattles and distorted music. I currently don't have component speakers, just regular 6.5'' speakers all around. I AM ON A BUDGET, I do not have tons to invest in a stereo system, I am just looking for a quality good sounding system. I am pretty good at finding deals so I just need a basic idea of some good set-ups some of you guys have, like types of speakers, amps, etc.
My ideal set-up would consist of quality speakers all around, subs right behind the back seat or a box on the side, I still want to be able to take my T-Tops on and off, good bass, good mids, good highs, I want it to be LOUD, but not an all bass loud, I want to hear the music and the beat.
Any input is appreciated, also if anyone has anything for sale, please let me know.
08-08-2009, 09:55 PM
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I always suggest Alpine type S for someone wanting a really good sound on a budget.
I run an Alpine 9886 headunit. If this is more than you want you are in good shape as long as you stay between the 9874 and the 9886 in product line. That is, of course, if you are not keeping your headunit.
Alpine type S speakers.
sps600c 6.5 components in front
sps600 6.5 coaxil in sails
sws1023 or swr1022 on bass
subthump box
mrpf300 on highs
mrpm500 on bass
I run an Alpine 9886 headunit. If this is more than you want you are in good shape as long as you stay between the 9874 and the 9886 in product line. That is, of course, if you are not keeping your headunit.
Alpine type S speakers.
sps600c 6.5 components in front
sps600 6.5 coaxil in sails
sws1023 or swr1022 on bass
subthump box
mrpf300 on highs
mrpm500 on bass
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08-08-2009, 10:12 PM
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imo polks are some of the best bang for buck out there. i'd look into getting a 4 channel amp for them too to be loud with t-tops off. i just bought a jensen 4 channel for around $70 shipped. heard they are reliable and good for a budget, i'll let you know when installed.
08-08-2009, 10:18 PM
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Nothing about jensen is reliable, sorry. We carried them where i used to work and i would equate their "reliablity" to a boomerrang. Out the door, and right back in dead.
08-08-2009, 10:35 PM
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Well I don't think my car is going to sell anytime soon so I might aswell make it nicer if im going to be driving it. I never intended to get into audio when I bought this car, but I am pretty tired of the system thats in the car now, it simply doesn't sound that good. For some reason the previous owner removed the factory Monsoon system and replaced it with a very cheap set-up, since then I have "upgraded" it a little by swapping the Dual headunit for a nice Pioneer unit, and swapped out the blown/old speakers for Eclipse and Pioneer speakers.
I am now looking to upgrade again, but this time to something GOOD. I want GOOD quality sound, not rattles and distorted music. I currently don't have component speakers, just regular 6.5'' speakers all around. I AM ON A BUDGET, I do not have tons to invest in a stereo system, I am just looking for a quality good sounding system. I am pretty good at finding deals so I just need a basic idea of some good set-ups some of you guys have, like types of speakers, amps, etc.
My ideal set-up would consist of quality speakers all around, subs right behind the back seat or a box on the side, I still want to be able to take my T-Tops on and off, good bass, good mids, good highs, I want it to be LOUD, but not an all bass loud, I want to hear the music and the beat.
Any input is appreciated, also if anyone has anything for sale, please let me know.
I am now looking to upgrade again, but this time to something GOOD. I want GOOD quality sound, not rattles and distorted music. I currently don't have component speakers, just regular 6.5'' speakers all around. I AM ON A BUDGET, I do not have tons to invest in a stereo system, I am just looking for a quality good sounding system. I am pretty good at finding deals so I just need a basic idea of some good set-ups some of you guys have, like types of speakers, amps, etc.
My ideal set-up would consist of quality speakers all around, subs right behind the back seat or a box on the side, I still want to be able to take my T-Tops on and off, good bass, good mids, good highs, I want it to be LOUD, but not an all bass loud, I want to hear the music and the beat.
Any input is appreciated, also if anyone has anything for sale, please let me know.
if not too much get a 5 channel amp and save u space
08-08-2009, 11:03 PM
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amps? because i've found nothing but positive from amp owners online. their speakers sound like crap and their headunits have problems (especially the motorized) but the amps seemed fine.
08-08-2009, 11:35 PM
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I always suggest Alpine type S for someone wanting a really good sound on a budget.
I run an Alpine 9886 headunit. If this is more than you want you are in good shape as long as you stay between the 9874 and the 9886 in product line. That is, of course, if you are not keeping your headunit.
Alpine type S speakers.
sps600c 6.5 components in front
sps600 6.5 coaxil in sails
sws1023 or swr1022 on bass
subthump box
mrpf300 on highs
mrpm500 on bass
I run an Alpine 9886 headunit. If this is more than you want you are in good shape as long as you stay between the 9874 and the 9886 in product line. That is, of course, if you are not keeping your headunit.
Alpine type S speakers.
sps600c 6.5 components in front
sps600 6.5 coaxil in sails
sws1023 or swr1022 on bass
subthump box
mrpf300 on highs
mrpm500 on bass
You 'll notice the difference in sound. Then decide from there, if you really want a sub woofer .
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08-08-2009, 11:45 PM
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Im not looking for THAT much bass as I simply don't have the room (well I do I just want functioning T-Tops) so its not really possible without getting into all custom made stuff which = $$.