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Old 09-07-2004, 12:54 AM
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there are a couple of audio set ups on ebay that are a pretty good price and i was wondering what you guys thought of these set ups

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...920003448&rd=1

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...e=STRK:MEWA:IT
Old 09-07-2004, 04:24 AM
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the firs one is junk the second is allright but I would look for a seller with a higher feedback than 12.Have you looked on here in parts for sell sometimes you can get good deals?
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im not interested in getting anything used, im still trying to find some stuff about boss, dont really know alot about them, as for the sony, yeah they blow really easy so i guess im still stuck looking.
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if your looking for good sub I prefer JL audio they rock pretty hard.I have 2 10s in the rear and its more than I need.they sell thes on e-bay at a reasonable price compared to retail.
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Its hard to find good audio equipment for under a 1000 bucks, im thinking about getting a sub or 2 and an amp and replace 2 speakers, maybe the rear. I know everyone says that you shouldnt replace the rear but i prefer to play my music out of the rear speakers and rarely use the front.

Maybe these subs. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...e=STRK:MEWA:IT

but damn if im not confused as hell as to what is good and what blows in less than 6 months!!!

No use of the words "GD."

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Old 09-07-2004, 05:46 AM
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What makes an amp good or bad? If i get a good price off an amp on ebay what should i look for as to a good amp vs one that will not last?
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take a look at my post in this thread, that would be a good setup:

https://ls1tech.com/forums/wiring-stereo-electronics/208707-design-sq-system.html
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Dude that helps out a lot, but my next question is, why can i not replace the rear speakers rather than the front, i know everyone says to replace the front but i usually have most of the sound coming from the rear, i dont know why i just prefer it that way? I know everyone has their opinion on the front but would it sound just as good replacing the rear? what is the size of the front speakers anyways? i know the rears are 6 1/2 to 6 3/4
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All right, after extensive reseach i think ive established what the heck im going to do with my audio equipment. Im not looking to thump as i go along i just want a crisp clean sound with some good solid bass, so here is a run down

Head unit


Speakers:

from bestbuy http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....6&type=product

Sub:
http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Alpin...oductDetail.do
with a stealthbox from subthump.com

I still havent picked out a good amp for the sub, im looking to get a good amp under 200 bucks, any ideas please HELP. For right now im just going to use the stock amp for the front speakers but i will eventually replace that amp as well.
God dang im exhausted after all this searching!!! Now all i have to do is some extensive research on good wiring so i will have everything i need to do the install.
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Found an amp


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...RK%3AMEWA%3AIT

Now a last question and i will have it, where can i find cheap wiring kits for speakers and amps, and what all accessories do i need to install the amp without worrying about it blowing???
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The first one is complete junk....dont get it. The sonys are alright but theres better. I would look into some JL Audios.
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I have the pioneer speakers and the older head unit- Its the way to go. Pioneer makes good headunits- But Its usually good to spend the little bit of extra money and buy the nicer units - either way. I love the speakers, Ive got them amped at 150 watts a peice and they are clear and can be loud. For the money you cant beat them.

P.S Sony head units Suck. They are sometimes pretty and seem decent at a glance but their clarity and tuning isnt good at all. Very "My 1st sony" days =)
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JL is the way to go... i wanted some extra bass in the rear w/o replacin head unit or addin better front/mid speakers.. so i got 2 JL 10'sw0's and they knock plenty hard for me.. 100$ each and my amp was 200$...got everything brand new tho.. but was worth it for me
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I think ive found my audio, yeah i agree, after all the research ive done, those audio blow. Im going with a kicker 4 channel amp, pioneer 4 way speakers 240 watt, and eithor a rockford fosgate sub or a JL, Im looking at getting a 12" in a stealthbox from subthump. What is the best JL 12"? I already have my pioneer deh-p6600 installed and it kicks ***. it really brings out the bass in the stock monsoon system, i cant wait to get the rest of it.
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If you want a pretty cheap, good amp, get a bazooka. Some people may laugh at me for it but it works good. I have 4 12s (2 infin. perfects and 2 bazookas) running off a 2 channel 750W Bazooka amp. It's incredible. Best part about it was i picked up the 2 bazooka subs for $30 + 15 shipping and the amp for 50 +20 shipping. Both used on eBay. I bought from returnBuy. I've had em for about 2 years and still going strong.
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thats sweet, do you have any pics?
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Heres a pic. Not the prettiest setup for sure but it hits. Got the cap for free from a friend. 2 perfect facing up, 2 bazookas facing down with like a 4 inch air gap at the bottom. Didnt have carpet for the box but since no one really sees it, i dont really care. I can maybe get more pics when i get time.
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since the bazookas are so cheap on ebay ill probably go with it start and if i dont like it i can always upgrade pretty easily, thanks man




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