Skywise Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 So heres my problem: im looking to upgrade my system here soon and i only have $1,000 (maybe even less) to spend. My car is an 02 suzuki xl7 with stock speakers, i already put an Alpine cde-125bt stereo in it, but i need 2 tweeters, 2 midrange, 1 (possibly 2) subs, an amp, possibly an eq, and anything else i might need. All of which i want proffessionally installed (im considering Audio Source or [god forbid] best buy) i'd do it myself, but ive never done it before and im SURE id fuck it up somehow. Ive searched and searched and cant make up my mind (as i have no real idea of what im looking at), so i'll let you guys give me some ideas. Thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdblue Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Best thing to do is to upgrade some and save money for the rest...You don't absolutely need it all at once. If you try to do this, you'll most likely end up buying more mediocre equipment instead of saving up for better. I would take care of your highs first. Stock speakers are probably gonna have a hard time keeping up with a sub or 2. Look into Crescendo for some speakers and CT Sounds has some nice amps that won't destroy your bank account. Keep your electrical in mind....If your running a stock battery that's old, your gonna want to include a new one (possibly an nice AGM) to help with the demand. AA-Atomic-Clif Designs-DC-Diamond-Digital Designs-Directed-Eclipse-Fi-Hertz-Hifonics-Kenwood-Memphis-Phoenix Gold-Pioneer-PPI-PSi-Stinger-Sundown-TC Sounds-Viper-Zapco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickybobby Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 have you thought about a 5 channel amp? i am looking at nvx jad900.5 or RF punch 1000x5. not sure how big or what quality you are looking at but you could very likely get a hole system for 1000 bucks and sound good be loud and bump. mbdblue is right on. if you stick to no more than 1000watts rms total you should be ok with good size amp kit and battery. 03 s-10 owned since 35k now 150k alpine type-s 6.5 comp alpine type-e 10 ported fiberglass jl 300/4 (dead) jl500/1 (dead) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walwalka Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 I was in the same situation product wise about a month ago for my girlfriends car. I got a couple things that I really like for trying to do a whole system without breaking the bank. First off is the CT sounds 60.4-500.1D it is a 5 channel amp that does 60 watts continuous to the 4 mids and highs. coupled with a 500 watt continuous monoblock to power the subwoofer. It's a really nice solution to not take up a ton of space and simply the wiring some. Found here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/CT-Sounds-60-4-500-1D-amp-amplifier-60w-RMS-x-4-Channel-500w-RMS-x-1-Watts-5ch-/121192257679?pt=Car_Amplifiers&hash=item1c379f188f I got her a pair of these for up in the front doors, they sound really good when tuned properly. It will take some time adjusting them. But if the shop is good, you'll have a great sounding front stage. http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_12224_Pioneer-TS-D1720C.html?SearchClickout%5Bquery_id%5D=7050843&SearchClickout%5BIgnore%5D=1 These for the rear, just to make the front. They sounds good as well: http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_11269_Pioneer-TS-D1602R.html For the sub stage we got the Audio Technix tropo 12's, I've got them in a box made by a local guy and they sound great! http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-Inch-Audio-Technix-Dual-4-Ohm-D4-Tropo-200w-RMS-400w-Max-Sub-Subwoofer-/121159493729?pt=Car_Subwoofers_Enclosures&hash=item1c35ab2861 All the wiring in the car is also Audio Technix, we got the OFC 4 ga kit. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Audio-Technix-4-AWG-ga-Gauge-OFC-Complete-Fused-Amp-Amplifier-Wire-Wiring-Kit-/121096976327?pt=US_Car_Audio_Video_Amplifier_Kits&hash=item1c31f137c7 She drives a toyota celica, so we threw an XS power D5100R upfront to support the load. It does very well for a single battery system with stock all for 1000 watt continuous. Never drops below 13.8v, at full tilt. She doesn't listen to it nearly that loud, so it's perfect. http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_38725_XS-Power-D5100R-Reverse-Polarity.html?SearchClickout%5Bquery_id%5D=7053990&SearchClickout%5BIgnore%5D=1 If you have any further questions let me know! Glad to answer them! 2010 Honda Civic LX / Deck: Kenwood DDX371 / Front Highs: Crescendo RTS-1 / Front Mids: Silver Flute 6.5's / 4 channel: DC Audio 90.4 / Sub: Fi 15in SP4v2 / Sub amp: Taramps HD 5000 / Power wire: Knukonceptz OFC 1/0 / Deadener: Audio Technix 60 mil / Batteries: XS Power D5100R / Rear bank: TBD / Alternator: Singer 240a hairpin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skywise Posted November 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 Thanks guys, you have no idea how much this helped, especially you walwalka, seriously helped a ton! =) if i decide to go with yoir suggestions, i'll let you know how it turns out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john253a Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 idd run 3way up front and co-axel in the rear your car runs 4" in the dash and 6.5" in the doors and 6.5 in the rear doors but without knowing exactly what style system your after it is just based of what i would do with no sub and at 1k even https://www.woofersetc.com/p-7080-csx-46520-rainbow-csx-65-3-way-component-system.aspx http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_8988_Rockford-Fosgate-Power-T600-4.html http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_43366_Rockford-Fosgate-Power-T165.html http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_18411_The-InstallBay-AK01.html you could take that to 900 and run 2 way rf t3 un front if you want to subs with your budget http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_18411_The-InstallBay-AK01.html http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_8988_Rockford-Fosgate-Power-T600-4.html http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_43366_Rockford-Fosgate-Power-T165.html subs al comes down to what u can fit and want to give up trunk wise you could do q1-750 and 2 hds200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g2shuck Posted November 13, 2013 Report Share Posted November 13, 2013 does that $1000 include your install? If so you do not have much to work with. 2000 Toyota Camry With Sealed Off Trunk Sky High OFC Wiring DC Power 270 XP Alt AQ 2200 Sub Amp Two DC Level 4 m2 12s 80 Mil Murdetmat Gathering Parts For Wall Build. Team DC Audio 2014 Member Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john253a Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 If that includes the install op has less then 600 if they make the box and maybe 700 with a prefab And that's make the build tight If that is the case Front http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_61207_Rockford-Fosgate-P165-S.html Rear hhttp://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_43143_Rockford-Fosgate-P165.html Mid/high amp ttp://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_34758_Rockford-Fosgate-PBR300X4.html Sub amp http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_43423_Rockford-Fosgate-PBR500X1.html Sub (if you want to build a box you could get a 12") http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_34767_Rockford-Fosgate-P3-1X10.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian617 Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 Craigslist Patience Patience Patience People will sell something on craigslist to just get a little cash quick. You have to check often in your and nearby areas to catch these deals before they're gone. Took me a little while (3 months), but I pieced together a decent amateur system for very little compared to what retail would have cost: (2) JBL p1224 $120 Orion XTR15001 $125 Rockford P8004 $70 Infinity 6.5 Kappa Separates $40 Infinity Reference 6.5 Seperates $50 That's $405 for 2 decent subs, separates all around, and 2300 RMS watts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassl0va Posted November 14, 2013 Report Share Posted November 14, 2013 95% of my stuff is second hand. I reckon that's the best option and you'll end up with better equipment that you can use in later builds or whatever. Also why not give it a go at doing it yourself, there's hundreds of build logs on here you could follow and find some tutorial videos or something. If you pay someone to do it this time then you'll either have to do that same next time or learn it at some point anyway. May as well learn it now and have the knowledge stay with you forever My RE MT 18" wall build Former build, farewell beloved wall.In progress, Toyota Starlet build This forum has a massive boner for ridiculous electrical upgrades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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