new system?
07-04-2003, 03:28 AM
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new system?
[wasn't sure what forum this would fall under - if it doesn't fit here, my bad]</P>
anyway, here's the deal - i just got myself a 95 stang, but the head unit sucks...the rest of the system isn't as bad even though it's just the factory stuff (mach 460).</P>
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i'm lookin for an update. what would you generally recommend sub-wise, amp-wise, and IDR-wise? certain brand? certain amount of watts (min and/or max)? anything?</P>
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being pretty new to systems, i dunno what's the best i could get for the price. some people tell me to get rockford-fosgate, others tell me i should get kicker...then someone else says both of those suck, get lightning instead. i really dunno what to think at this point. any input is appriciated.</P>
07-04-2003, 06:26 AM
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new system?
Get whatever you like.
I personally like Eclipse head units. If you're not familiar with them you owe it to yourself to look them up. The theft replacement warranty is a bonus.
I also like Clarion pro audio head units. I've had the one in my truck since 97 or 98, and it's been moved in and out of 3 different vehicles. Still works like a champ.
As far as amps go I REALLY like the older Fosgate Series 1 amps. I had a 2600x which I sold to a friend and bought the 4600x that I've got now. Before that I also had a 2300 that I borrowed from a friend. Not high powered, but clean and decent enough power.
My sub I've got is a Phoenix Gold X-max 12, powered by a PG XS2500. Seems to work.
I'm actually not a major audiophile. I just like my music clean and loud (windows open at 90, still hear the radio). Pretty much anything would work.
I personally like Eclipse head units. If you're not familiar with them you owe it to yourself to look them up. The theft replacement warranty is a bonus.
I also like Clarion pro audio head units. I've had the one in my truck since 97 or 98, and it's been moved in and out of 3 different vehicles. Still works like a champ.
As far as amps go I REALLY like the older Fosgate Series 1 amps. I had a 2600x which I sold to a friend and bought the 4600x that I've got now. Before that I also had a 2300 that I borrowed from a friend. Not high powered, but clean and decent enough power.
My sub I've got is a Phoenix Gold X-max 12, powered by a PG XS2500. Seems to work.
I'm actually not a major audiophile. I just like my music clean and loud (windows open at 90, still hear the radio). Pretty much anything would work.
07-04-2003, 03:35 PM
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new system?
I heard clarion was nice, well, pretty much everyone who's listened to 'em says they're nice for the price. Amp wise, R-F was what I was thinking of getting too, so is the 4600x noticably better than the 2600x? Or would I be better off getting the weaker one (depending on price/performance, dunno what each of those run at).</P>
Sub wise, I hear that Strokers are the best. But I've never listened to 'em before, so I dunno how they compare to others. If anyone else here has, whattaya think?</P>
03-06-2004, 04:50 PM
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RE: new system?
theft replacement is a crock... I had mine stolen... oh well... I bought an alpine with a detachable face... a little bit less of a target than the whole thing there.
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Get whatever you like.
<br />I personally like Eclipse head units. If you're not familiar with them you owe it to yourself to look them up. The theft replacement warranty is a bonus.
<br />I also like Clarion pro audio head units. I've had the one in my truck since 97 or 98, and it's been moved in and out of 3 different vehicles. Still works like a champ.
<br />As far as amps go I REALLY like the older Fosgate Series 1 amps. I had a 2600x which I sold to a friend and bought the 4600x that I've got now. Before that I also had a 2300 that I borrowed from a friend. Not high powered, but clean and decent enough power.
<br />My sub I've got is a Phoenix Gold X-max 12, powered by a PG XS2500. Seems to work.
<br />
<br />I'm actually not a major audiophile. I just like my music clean and loud (windows open at 90, still hear the radio). Pretty much anything would work.
<br />
Get whatever you like.
<br />I personally like Eclipse head units. If you're not familiar with them you owe it to yourself to look them up. The theft replacement warranty is a bonus.
<br />I also like Clarion pro audio head units. I've had the one in my truck since 97 or 98, and it's been moved in and out of 3 different vehicles. Still works like a champ.
<br />As far as amps go I REALLY like the older Fosgate Series 1 amps. I had a 2600x which I sold to a friend and bought the 4600x that I've got now. Before that I also had a 2300 that I borrowed from a friend. Not high powered, but clean and decent enough power.
<br />My sub I've got is a Phoenix Gold X-max 12, powered by a PG XS2500. Seems to work.
<br />
<br />I'm actually not a major audiophile. I just like my music clean and loud (windows open at 90, still hear the radio). Pretty much anything would work.
<br />
03-31-2004, 12:13 AM
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RE: new system?
If you want components then the Diamond Audio M651 (If you which I bet you will need) a 5 1/4" speaker. 199$. JBL 600.1 or JBL 1200.1 for amp if you want to save money. Adire Audio Shiva or IDQ and many other subs out there (I'm using a Diamond Audio sub myself). Hifonics 100x2 or 75x2. Build your own box (I used to do it and it is so easy I can't believe people payed me to do it LOL). Some sound deadedning. www.knukonceptz.com for your wiring (Good for the price). There is a great set up for the money. Head unit? Clarion HX-D10. 250$. Was a 800$ HU. Great sound quality etc.
There is just an idea and my set up. If you need me to piece one together or whatever just ask and I will see what I can do. My set up that I listed is mostly SQ for the price.
There is just an idea and my set up. If you need me to piece one together or whatever just ask and I will see what I can do. My set up that I listed is mostly SQ for the price.
03-31-2004, 09:38 PM
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RE: new system?
Hey man, i got a deal for you, i bought a sony x-plod 1000 watt amp and 2 12" sony subs, its an awesome sound even though they are x-plods, i used them for about 2 months then my old cd player took a crap on me, so i have them sitting here, and im needing to get rid of em so i can make payments on my stang. the amp runs about $200 new and the subs are still about $150 each, I'll sell them to you for $300. if your interested drop me line at dune_buggy_man@hotmail.com , subject subs and amp. people tell me that they will do just that, explode, but even if they are turned down you still get a lot more from your music, i like sony just because they are inexpensive and if your looking for a descent system for a beginner, I'd look at this one
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