Replacement options for Monsoon speakers
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Replacement options for Monsoon speakers I've read the write-up oh-so-many times already and have even printed it as a reference tool. I was just wondering about a set of two ways I just found available for $45. They are Lanzar and are model Lanzar VX620, here are the specs:
Standard 6.5-in. design (fits OEM locations)
Poly-mica coated woofer cone
1-in. high temperature voice coil
Neodymium tweeter
90 watts RMS power handling
180 watts max power handling
4 ohms impedance
50Hz-22kHz frequency response
Rubber boot magnet cover
Is this any good, should I go for it? They also have three way for the same price and here are those specs:
Standard 6.5-in. design (fits OEM locations)
Poly-mica coated woofer cone
1-in. high temperature voice coil
Neodymium dome tweeter
Film cone midrange
90 watts RMS power handling
180 watts max power handling
4 ohms impedance
50Hz-22kHz frequency response
Rubber boot magnet cover
There are also some nice looking Pioneers available model TS-A1680R with these specs:
6.5-inch diameter
4-way speaker
Composite cone with interlaced Kevlar brand fiber
Spoke-style grille
220 watts maximum power handling (50 watts nominal)
I know NADA about stereos really, just need a heads up or even better a complete rundown of all compatible speakers now that swaps are so common. Thanks guys!
Standard 6.5-in. design (fits OEM locations)
Poly-mica coated woofer cone
1-in. high temperature voice coil
Neodymium tweeter
90 watts RMS power handling
180 watts max power handling
4 ohms impedance
50Hz-22kHz frequency response
Rubber boot magnet cover
Is this any good, should I go for it? They also have three way for the same price and here are those specs:
Standard 6.5-in. design (fits OEM locations)
Poly-mica coated woofer cone
1-in. high temperature voice coil
Neodymium dome tweeter
Film cone midrange
90 watts RMS power handling
180 watts max power handling
4 ohms impedance
50Hz-22kHz frequency response
Rubber boot magnet cover
There are also some nice looking Pioneers available model TS-A1680R with these specs:
6.5-inch diameter
4-way speaker
Composite cone with interlaced Kevlar brand fiber
Spoke-style grille
220 watts maximum power handling (50 watts nominal)
I know NADA about stereos really, just need a heads up or even better a complete rundown of all compatible speakers now that swaps are so common. Thanks guys!
I have kenwood 6.5's in my doors installed at best buy, they charged me 45 for the install and used factory type connectors on the speakers so I can easily put the stock stuff back in. They are 4ohms playing on a 2ohm system so they play at half the volume. A 2 cannel amp would solve it, but for now i just play with the fade ****.
Originally Posted by stang killer
I have kenwood 6.5's in my doors installed at best buy, they charged me 45 for the install and used factory type connectors on the speakers so I can easily put the stock stuff back in. They are 4ohms playing on a 2ohm system so they play at half the volume. A 2 cannel amp would solve it, but for now i just play with the fade ****.
mySStery_machine, i don't see why those speakers wouldn't work, assuming that i am correct in my assesment above
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Which ones are best and who the heck is Lanzar? There are 2, 3 and 4-way Pioneers available, would the install be about the same across the board? Mainly whichever speaker I choose, as long as it's 6.5", it will work with the sticky's instructions?
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Lanzar was bought out by pyramid about 7 or 8 years ago. If youve even been to the flee marked you know what pyrimid and its value is. Any questions?
Get some mb quarts off ebay, even the 'bottom' line sound bad ***. You wont be disapointed
Get some mb quarts off ebay, even the 'bottom' line sound bad ***. You wont be disapointed
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i don't post often, but after trying a few 3 different speaker sets, i have to say only speakers in the 80-100/pair and modified to accept signals from both head unit/amp make enough of a difference to go through with the hassel of changing out speakers. i did try the "low cost/high look" speakers, but their sound did not come close to matching their looks. hi end replacement speakers are a nice upgrade, but if i had it to do over (still might) i think i would change the entire system and be done with it. the speakers i currently have do in fact sound much better than the factory items did.
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OK, that helps a lot in the 'I'm not buying that crap' Dept. Now in regards to RF 3406 would those be OK or no? What are the models numbers on the Kenwoods? Is the install the same as in the sticky? Thanks for all the assistance.
