Well I am in the process of buying a 89 GT and I wanted to put some nice sounding but not out of this world prices speakers in their. I dont want a sub so I figured a good set of speakers will do. Any ideas??
Best car speakers for the money??
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UMDSmith
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I have an 89 hatch and I'm in the same boat.
Since I don't like how 6" x 8"s sound, which are what the stock hatch has for the back 2, and am redoing the entire interior, I think I will go 6.5"s in the rear. For the doors I'm thinking 6" component sets, and on the dash, a nice set of 3.5" speakers that have some decent upper-mid range. That speaker combo should make excellent sound quality and give a very nice dynamic.
I'm thinking either MB Quartz (retarded price) or Infinity Kappa's (not quite as retarded in price).
Combine that with 2 mtx thunder 6k 12" subs and it should put out some decent high/mid/low
Since I don't like how 6" x 8"s sound, which are what the stock hatch has for the back 2, and am redoing the entire interior, I think I will go 6.5"s in the rear. For the doors I'm thinking 6" component sets, and on the dash, a nice set of 3.5" speakers that have some decent upper-mid range. That speaker combo should make excellent sound quality and give a very nice dynamic.
I'm thinking either MB Quartz (retarded price) or Infinity Kappa's (not quite as retarded in price).
Combine that with 2 mtx thunder 6k 12" subs and it should put out some decent high/mid/low
Yea I was lookin for the usual highs and lows but also a speaker that can pump out some decent base because I dont want to buy subs since Im doing the motor, and plan to race. Got to save weight hehe.
1996MustangKid
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If I were you I wouldnt put the 3 1/2" in the dash, most affordable 3 1/2" speakers arent great in sq. The components in the doors will sound good enough without the dash speakers. If you want the best sound quality then I would run all the speakers off external amps and not use the Head Units internal amplifier at all.
jmuva44
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I had Boston Acoustics and they had great highs. I think that looking for any considerable bass out of non subwoofer speakers is optomistic but good luck.
UMDSmith
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Would the component tweeters sound okay in the stock 3.5" locations of should I just fill the grills and paint them to match the dash??
Also, is there a link for a good place to buy CDT speakers??
I plan on running everything off amps, much better bang and SQ.
Also, is there a link for a good place to buy CDT speakers??
I plan on running everything off amps, much better bang and SQ.
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For the original poster, I also recommend the CDT's, however, if you're going to be running them off the HU, you'll be underpowering them a great deal, and you won't really notice much of a sound improvement than running a set of coaxials. If you're just looking for drop in replacements, then I'd check out JL's TR series: http://www.woofersetc.com/subcatmfgprod.asp?0=314&1=316&2=1084
i have a set of 6.5" MBQuart coaxials and a set of 5.25" MBQuart midranges i will sell for cheap. i had them in my old Camaro, but i got an '04 GT and i like the Mach 460 the way it is for now. i'm planning to spend my money elsewhere. i also have a pair of external crossovers for the 6.5" speakers which i will throw in for free if you make me a reasonable offer. and just in case....i have a Precision Power PPI2360 which has been factory refurbished and not used since. these things are just taking up space, so make me an offer or they will probably go to ebay. PM or email me at [email protected]
joe
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Hey I was checkin out thezeb.com and I think Im going to get the CDT's that bamagrad03 recommended. My question now is what amp to buy? Should I buy two small amps or one big one? Finally who makes a good HU? Since I'm going to be powering the speakers off of external amps I'm mainly lookin for looks and funtionability. Thanks for the help.
droptop93
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I tried to order the CL-61a's about a month ago and they were sold out. However, they gave me a free upgrade to the HD-62EF's...which is (from reading their site) a smaller framed version of the standard HD-62. I made some plates and mounted the tweeters where the factory in-dash speakers were, under the factory grill.
To mount the mid's in the factory door locations, you will have to space them out (one way or another) to get them to fit and not hit the window or window track. There is some modification required, but it's not a complete pain in the ass to do...and can be done in a night if your determined.
I'd be glad to give you some pics/info on how I did it, which may make your life a little easier if you do decide to go this route. Just let me know!
BTW, I didn't like the old Rockford Fosgate amps, but the new ones they just recently came out with appear to be a much better design. Other than that, its pretty much a personal opinion kinda thing. Some amps have better clarity, some can provide more power (maybe for a dB car)...just decide what your wanting to do, and shop around.
thezeb.com seems to have great prices on ALOT of car audio stuff. There site is kinda screwed right now, but when it gets back up I would definately consider checking out there prices
To mount the mid's in the factory door locations, you will have to space them out (one way or another) to get them to fit and not hit the window or window track. There is some modification required, but it's not a complete pain in the ass to do...and can be done in a night if your determined.
I'd be glad to give you some pics/info on how I did it, which may make your life a little easier if you do decide to go this route. Just let me know!
BTW, I didn't like the old Rockford Fosgate amps, but the new ones they just recently came out with appear to be a much better design. Other than that, its pretty much a personal opinion kinda thing. Some amps have better clarity, some can provide more power (maybe for a dB car)...just decide what your wanting to do, and shop around.
thezeb.com seems to have great prices on ALOT of car audio stuff. There site is kinda screwed right now, but when it gets back up I would definately consider checking out there prices
droptop93 said:I tried to order the CL-61a's about a month ago and they were sold out. However, they gave me a free upgrade to the HD-62EF's...which is (from reading their site) a smaller framed version of the standard HD-62. I made some plates and mounted the tweeters where the factory in-dash speakers were, under the factory grill.
To mount the mid's in the factory door locations, you will have to space them out (one way or another) to get them to fit and not hit the window or window track. There is some modification required, but it's not a complete pain in the ass to do...and can be done in a night if your determined.
I'd be glad to give you some pics/info on how I did it, which may make your life a little easier if you do decide to go this route. Just let me know!
BTW, I didn't like the old Rockford Fosgate amps, but the new ones they just recently came out with appear to be a much better design. Other than that, its pretty much a personal opinion kinda thing. Some amps have better clarity, some can provide more power (maybe for a dB car)...just decide what your wanting to do, and shop around.
thezeb.com seems to have great prices on ALOT of car audio stuff. There site is kinda screwed right now, but when it gets back up I would definately consider checking out there prices
I have been givin it alot of thought and I just cant seem to buy anything that isnt the best or damn near close. I figure If Im gonna spend the money why not just get the best. We drive 5.0's not 4 cly because we like the power. So I have decided to just go all out with the components since like I said Im not puttin in subs. I was lookin at the Focal 165 K3P or Focal 165 W3 systems. Yet again I am still not sure what amp will make the speakers sound the best? Also one last question I noticed the component systems come with two normal sized speakers and some tweeters. I didnt see 4 reg sized speakers so I assume you just take out a pair either the front or the back? Thanks for all the help.
droptop93
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cobra1015 said:
Going all out and getting a pair of $700 (or more) components isn't going to make up for not having a sub. Components provide your mids and high's, leaving the rest to the subwoofer. The more you spend, the more clarity (in most cases) and sensitivity the speakers will have, not more bass. You really do need somekind of subwoofer to have a full-range system. A simple 10", or even maybe a pair of 8's in the rear 6x8 locations could provide enough low-end to make a clean sounding system. I guess if you wanted you could put some better 6x8's in the back and have them provide your bass...but there also going to take away from your sound stage if they don't have somekind of low-pass filter on them.
As to the size of the speakers in a component setup: Component setups are made up of two mid-range drivers (the normal looking speakers) and two seperate tweeters, along with a pair of cross-overs. The signal is sent from your amplifier to the cross-overs which divide up the mids and highs, and send them to their corresponding speakers. You want the tweeters mounted (or pointing/reflecting towards) eye-level as to provide the correct sound stage. Alot of people like to have the tweeters mounted in kick-panels along with the mids, so that the music hits your ears at the same time, not at different times (as if the mids were in the doors and the tweeters are mounted on your a-pillars). You have to have a REALLY trained ear, or be REALLY into sound quality to notice the difference. It all depends on how far you want to go.
The best isn't always necessary...and as has been said before, if you can't tell the difference between a $200 pair of components, and a $600 pair...why pay the extra $400 dollars?
droptop93 said:Going all out and getting a pair of $700 (or more) components isn't going to make up for not having a sub. Components provide your mids and high's, leaving the rest to the subwoofer. The more you spend, the more clarity (in most cases) and sensitivity the speakers will have, not more bass. You really do need somekind of subwoofer to have a full-range system. A simple 10", or even maybe a pair of 8's in the rear 6x8 locations could provide enough low-end to make a clean sounding system. I guess if you wanted you could put some better 6x8's in the back and have them provide your bass...but there also going to take away from your sound stage if they don't have somekind of low-pass filter on them.
As to the size of the speakers in a component setup: Component setups are made up of two mid-range drivers (the normal looking speakers) and two seperate tweeters, along with a pair of cross-overs. The signal is sent from your amplifier to the cross-overs which divide up the mids and highs, and send them to their corresponding speakers. You want the tweeters mounted (or pointing/reflecting towards) eye-level as to provide the correct sound stage. Alot of people like to have the tweeters mounted in kick-panels along with the mids, so that the music hits your ears at the same time, not at different times (as if the mids were in the doors and the tweeters are mounted on your a-pillars). You have to have a REALLY trained ear, or be REALLY into sound quality to notice the difference. It all depends on how far you want to go.
The best isn't always necessary...and as has been said before, if you can't tell the difference between a $200 pair of components, and a $600 pair...why pay the extra $400 dollars?
Yea I know about the subs. Focal actually sells a 5" sub. They specifically call it a sub not just a speaker. I was thinkin about doing just what you said in mounting it in the back two spots. As far as tellin the difference between a 200 dollar pair and a 600 dollar pair well I figure that unless you are deff you should be able to tell the difference. I mean yea I would like to get the Utopia's which are 800 on sale, but I can get the K power series for 400. The msrp is 1200 on the K series so If I can get them for 400 why not jump on the offer. If I don't beat the hell out of them I could put them in a different car (assumin they fit) I mean they are speakers not a condom you can use them more the once lol. Im still lost on the amp though. Everyone and their mother has a different opinion. I just want enough to get the most out of the speakers nothing overkill. Any help is always appreciated. Thanks alot!
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