Michael Scott Posted August 28, 2013 Report Posted August 28, 2013 http://www.crutchfield.com/p_57515001CP/Rockford-Fosgate-T1500-1bdCP-Standard.html?o=d&tp=35834 http://www.crutchfield.com/p_109GTO804E/JBL-GTO-804EZ.html?tp=35782#details-tab http://www.crutchfield.com/p_500SPR60C/Alpine-SPR-60C.html?tp=106 http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?partnumber=295-469 Going to be doing a system overhaul in a 2002 Jetta and need high quality parts. I have a budget of about $3000 and the above parts come out to be $2100 after getting 2 sets of the Alpine 6.5" components and 2 15" subs (I still need wires and might hire someone to install at least the speakers.) First of all, Am I overlooking anything that will make either amp not work with their respective speaker? And will the power output of each allow the system to sound flat and clean? Is there anything I should spend more on to get something better quality? I believe these are all good brands and models but please suggest something else if it's a better value. I haven't read a single bad thing about the Dayton subwoofers and I'm planning to get 2 to put in a 6 cf ported box in my trunk facing the cabin with the back seat laid down. I already have a Kenwood head unit (fairly basic model) which I don't want to worry about replacing right now and I think it'll be good for a while. Another big concern is will my fairly standard Interstate brand battery and stock 90 amp alternator supply enough power for an 1800w total RMS system? I'm fine with getting a new battery (I guess XS batteries are good) but am rather reluctant to get a new high output alternator. Thanks a lot!
Skullz Posted August 28, 2013 Report Posted August 28, 2013 http://www.sonicelectronix.com/ Sonic is an awesome site to buy from and will save you some money. Sub amp - http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_26139_Rockford-Fosgate-T1500-1bdCP-2010-Model.html Speakers- http://www.amazon.com/JBL-P660C-Series-Component-Speakers/dp/B001GKAIFU Speaker amp - http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_61210_Rockford-Fosgate-T800-4AD.html Subs - http://store.ficaraudio.com/x15/ This would be one hell of a set-up if you were to decide to go with it and very little chance of needing to upgrade in the near future with the possible exception to the bass section. I would take the FI X's over many other brands out there, even though dayton makes some great stuff they are not on par with FI's quality. 01 Ford focus ZX3 Pioneer AVH-X491BHS PPI PC 4800.2 Morel Maximo 6.5" x2
Michael Scott Posted August 28, 2013 Author Report Posted August 28, 2013 Thanks so much. I was going to shop around a bit but I think I will go with Sonic now. And that FI X15/Fosgate 1500w combo looks pretty damn good to me Should I really spend that much more on a 4-channel amp and that much less on components? I know the JBLs are good but are they really that much better than the Alpines? And what about alternator/battery requirements?
Michael Scott Posted August 28, 2013 Author Report Posted August 28, 2013 Just looked at JBL's site. $250 MSRP for the P660C's haha. I know it's not a good measurement of quality but when something's discounted that much it just seems like it's a more basic model. Seems really good though, thanks again. Probably put some pics here when I finish it.
Skullz Posted August 28, 2013 Report Posted August 28, 2013 Awesome speakers for that price, that is the lowest price i have ever seen for those. Those jbl's perform better with more power and 150w is really a minimum i would run to them. Check with mechman and see what he has in the 150a to 170a range for your car so you'll have 100% duty cycle and not have to worry about smoking your alt, but in the meantime i would add a good battery up front and at least a second battery in the back along with a big 3 upgrade. 01 Ford focus ZX3 Pioneer AVH-X491BHS PPI PC 4800.2 Morel Maximo 6.5" x2
Michael Scott Posted August 28, 2013 Author Report Posted August 28, 2013 Thanks, what kind of batteries? http://store.mechmanhighoutputalternators.com/batteries-1/ Just looking here but I'm really not sure which ones to get for the front and back to match my system. Mechman says no products in Volkswagen category for alternators. And what's a big 3 upgrade?
Eric B Posted August 28, 2013 Report Posted August 28, 2013 Those JBL speakers are about the best out there for there price range... well in my opinion 2007 Chevy HHR LT UNDER CONSTRUCTION 1st Place Loud N Low 2010 MWSPL Finals 3rd Place Xtreme 3 2010 MWSPL Finals
deathcards Posted August 28, 2013 Report Posted August 28, 2013 Thanks, what kind of batteries? http://store.mechmanhighoutputalternators.com/batteries-1/ Just looking here but I'm really not sure which ones to get for the front and back to match my system. Mechman says no products in Volkswagen category for alternators. And what's a big 3 upgrade? better explanation here http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/13280-how-to-do-the-big-3-tutorial/ skar sk2500.1 0 gauge power and ground kunukonceptz alpine HUvxi65 components on BA gt-275new build log -> http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/150642-project-d-kon-deathcards-build-log/#entry2148821 2 x-15 sundowns singer alt, odyssey bat, and maxwell ultra caps
Michael Scott Posted August 28, 2013 Author Report Posted August 28, 2013 Thanks, what kind of batteries? http://store.mechmanhighoutputalternators.com/batteries-1/ Just looking here but I'm really not sure which ones to get for the front and back to match my system. Mechman says no products in Volkswagen category for alternators. And what's a big 3 upgrade? better explanation here http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/13280-how-to-do-the-big-3-tutorial/ Thanks for that.
CaptainWhoosh Posted August 28, 2013 Report Posted August 28, 2013 You can find much better 4 channel amps for less. The only one I have experience with is this one but it's great! http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_63974_Pioneer-GM-D8604.html We don't do it for the glory.
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