i think next thing I do is upgrade the stereo... Im not real big into the rap bass as much.... i would rather it sound more clear and pure...

anyway, i plan on getting the MTX Thunderform for the rear because of mainly the looks... 2 10"s are plenty for me.. I know MTX probably isnt the best sub in the world, but again, im not so worried about too much bass

so that being said, i would like to get a good component set. I was thinking of getting a 6.5" component set and custom install the tweeters somewhere (by the way, anyone have any suggestions, pics??)

which should I get

Focal 165A 6.5" Component Set
or
MB Quart 216 6.5" Component Set

on ebay, both are basically the exact same price

and now, what is a good quality amp too? i dont know much about stereo stuff..... Rockford Fosgate one of the better ones?

 

Try to find a shop that has those speakers so you can listen to them. I personaly think the Focals sound to airy but its been awhile since i last listend to them.

For anything but subs i would try to stay away from Rockford.
DIamond Audio, Zapco, McIntosh are some of my favorites.

 

lol, i know this isnt the smartest thing, but what about this amp? i like it cuz i like the 'looks' of it

would this particular amp be good? its 75w x 4... that could go to 2 components and 2 subs... or is that not enough to the subs??

is there a way i can do the components and the subs with just one amp?

 

http://search.ebay.com/search/search...0&BasicSearch=

 

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3060727259&category=49 50

 

All depends on what you want. If it's looks, then the Audiobahn can fill the need, but they aren't the best in quality. If you want something that sounds awesome then here is my suggestion.

JL Audio 500/1 amp for subs

JL Audio 300/2 amp for front speakers

Eclipse Aluminum 10" or Elemental Design ed0 subs.

Choice of front speakers between:

Focal 165a JL Audio xr650 Kicker Resolution 6cs or Infinity Kappa 60.5cs

Scrap the MTX box and have a shop custom build you a box that will mount the 2 subs and also be able to mount your amps.

Choose a good quality aftermarket headunit from Alpine or Kenwood.

Dynamat (or equivalent) the doors and also some of the floor board if you want to go that far.

This will be one very clean sounding and kick azz sound system

Should easily be under $2000.00 with everything installed. That's if you shop for the product off ebay or the internet. Check out the www.sounddomain.com forum for ideas.

 

I had a set of MB's in my Lightning. They were great sounding speakers with the Pioneer 7400MP. I'd highly recommend them.

http://web.tampabay.rr.com/slapshot/speaker.htm

 

I've got Focal Utopia 165W and I LOVE em.

Here is where I have got the tweeter at


I have a Memphis MC300 powering them (150x2). I also have a Thunderform with two Memphis HP104D subs being powered by a Memphis ST1000D (1100x1). Nice and clean, but I also have the power to turn the subs up and let em burp.

There is a link to more pics of install and stereo in my sig.

-Kimball

 

If it's between those two,

I vote MB Quart. I've always liked their sound a little more the Focal.

Try and listen to both to decide though, it's your ears. Either way both kick.

 

zbornac, i love the tweeter location that looks great

 

If you like the tweets very brite both of these will work well for you. I have used the MB Quart QSD's and thought they where very nice. I have changed them out for a DLS comp set and think they sound a little better. If you have to choose one of these I would go with the Quarts and a Zapco amp.

 

Thank you.

-Kimball

 

DIamond Audio for component's..... Eclipse radio..... MTX box will be realy nice for you since your not looking into a big boom... I no for a fact that vinnie has that box.. and i had it and it was just right for me.... Focal Utopia tweeter's are crazy clear.... I also think Kenwood amps are killer..... And just make shue when they wire every thing up it's nice and clean... Tape wires up exc..... Hoope this help's! It worked for me !

 

Here's one...
Looks good...
Sounds good...



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well still havent decided... i guess i will just see which I can get the better deal on...

i like the way you installed that tweeter... was that hard to do? i was thinking of getting a QForm down by the E-Brake... but that looks sweet... might do it on the other side of the door handle though

my next question is.... an average component set needs about 50w right? i know some can handle up to 165... but 50 or so should work good right? well, instead of buying a 50x2 amp... is there a cd/mp3 player from alpine or someone that puts out 50x2????