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Are there any decent DSPs out there without spending $800+? Im not looking for the best of the best, but you ask for recommendations anywhere and youre usually given a link for a $1400+ DSP. Im looking for something that isnt straight junk, but not super high end. Does anyone have any suggestions?

I just got a grand marquis ultimate edition 2006 and it has a lot of life left. How should I go about getting good audio on a budget here? Thank you!

Ok so im looking for a new amp below $750 i have 2 sundown uv2 12" which are rated for 2000 rms so 4k in total. I have the big 3 up front with a 400 amp alternator and have a extra battery in the back. I only have one power running front to the back battery then all the wires running to the amp...

I have a single db drive PTW12D4 and I’m looking for a good budget amp for it. Any thoughts?

I just recently bought a sundown sml-12 D4 and I need help on finding a good budget amp. I was wondering if I could use a taramps 1200x4 and bridge it so that I get the 600w rms. But that amp bridges at 4 ohm. Will it be a problem if I wire the amp at 2 ohms on that bridge channel. If it is a...

I'm looking at the audiopipe Audiopipe TS-PP2 15-D4 and the Rockville W15K5S2. I can get a set of either one cheap enough to easily get my money back on...so why not 😂 They'll be in a 2cuft sealed (each) on 700w I'm kinda leaning towards the rockville (I never actually thought I'd say that...

https://audiopipe.com/products/ts-pp2-15-d4-subwoofer I can get these for $60 a pop and they'd fit the bill something cheap to run in my 2000 taurus I bought as a commuter. I can fit up to 2 15's and will have 700 watts @ 4 ohm available. I can't wire any lower since that's coming from...

Looking to power an Alpine R-W12D4 wired to 2ohm in a 2.25net ported enclosure tuned to 33hz. The sub is rated at 750RMS but with the peak being 2250watts, and Alpine being known to limit their power and enclosure sizes I think 1000watts is safe as long as I'm not on full knob for a whole drive...

I installed some budget Kenwood 6.5" speakers that I purchased from Best Buy. I installed them in a rear seat/trunk divider that I built several years ago behind my Mustang fold-down seats. The divider was originally to hide my amp rack, subs and wiring. Later I cut 6-inch holes on both ends, to...

It's about time for me to upgrade my setup, I have 2 Skar SDR 10"s from their loaded bass package powered by their 1200watt amp. They hit like crazy but I wanted even deeper lows with a more quality cleaner sound. While trying to remain on a budget I was looking at Rockford Fosgate but...

Anyone had these? Looking to piece together a a relatively budget three way front stage setup in my 2013 Lexus rx350. Bottom is a 6x9, mid is a 2.5 and tweeter is 1” or whatever. Was thinking of using the tweeter and 6x9 from this set and adding a 2.5. (Morel or cdt) Gonna run a dsp and...

The parts I went for with the installer's advice are the following: DSP: Esx D68SP Audiocircle Bl-x3 Audiocircle HL (For an active 2-way front component set) Subwoofer xcelsus Xas-10 Esx q-four v3 Some monoblock that they didn't name yet (I'll choose one probably) An Android HU by "Zeta" which...

i have a 2018 Kia that my mother left me at her passing. i am tragically low on funds and am trying to find better speakers without changing out the head unit. the head unit is stock Model # ACBA4H9AN. does anyone know where i can go to find something like this. i don't want to change a lot...

Hey, everyone. I've been out of the car audio game for a while but I'm looking to add a subwoofer to my 2016 Ram 1500 Quad Cab. Crutchfield has a sealed enclosure for 8" subs that will fit perfectly behind the center console. I'm looking at running a Kicker 400.1 to a dual 2 ohm 8" Alpine Type...

At the moment I'm trying to do a SQ system on a budget (oxymoron I know) but will upgrade gear as I can. I will also be running 1 or 2 subs, so it seems like for space and simplicity keeping it to 2 amps would be ideal, hence the 6 channel amp. Not to mention the DSP. I've been looking into the...

Doing some measuring and gandering around the Deltasaurus...it's clear I've gotta rethink my plans since available space I want to use is smaller than my old delta. For the time being I'm planning to do some temporary coaxials in the factory dash spots and 6x9s on the rear deck in boxes. Any...

for those that had ran both brands and model, which one would you rather prefer for the price between $999-$1,200 sub. I’m looking at Rockford T2 13 inch and a DD 9512. Which one will sound better and worth the $$$.

I have a 2018 civic hatchback so the trunk is connected to the main cabin. I got around $600 i can spend and can only really push it another hundred. i want to get a good subwoofer and amp that’s gonna be loud but id like it to be standard quality. I saw the Scar 12” sdr kit but have heard mixed...

Whats a good budget double din that plays cds, usb, sd slot, aux that has screen mirroring from phone as well as double dins same features but with android auto to download the torque app to read live vehicle obd2 data. Heres some from boss i think boss and planet audio are nice. The screen...

I’ve been looking at Morel Virtus 603. I do love their sound but adding up that $800 + an amp etc is making me second guess. Any recommendations to make a similar build as front stage, but cheaper I do like sound quality over super loud

Hi guys, this is my first time posting, so hopefully I'm in the right thread. If I'm not, please feel free to move this to the correct section moderators. I have a 2001 F250 XL that up until 2 days ago had the stock head unit, and I'm guessing stock speakers. Now I have a Pioneer MVH-S21BT...

I’m trying to figure out what subwoofers I want to invest in that will give me the best bang for my buck. I know I want 2 12’s or 10’s depending on the deal but can’t fit a 15 in my trunk. I was looking for something around the 1000 watt range so I wouldn’t have to upgrade my electrical system...

Hello, new to the forum and car audio in general. What are your guys preferred brands for certain things in car audio. Ex: amplifiers, 6x9s, tweeters, cross overs, signal processors and such. I’m looking to upgrade a few of these things being budget friendly too. Thanks guys

I'm sure these posts get put on here all the time, but I'm new to forums in general and the search function isn't quite functioning for me. I did see the post below this one but I didn't want to "jack"(?) his thread. I just got a 2017 civic and I'm just not too impressed with the sound system...

Looking to build your car audio system, give me the details of your car and I can build you a budget friendly system specifically for your vehicle, if interested, email me at hannabeatz@gmail.com, please include Name, Year, Make, Model & Trim if Vehicle and budget!

My friend just bought a 2005 Acura RSX and hes looking to replace the factory speakers and headunit, What would you guys recommend? For a budget but being good quality. He needs (2) 6.5's and (2) tweeters, as well as a Single DIN headunit. All for under $300

This was my old thread: http://www.caraudio.com/forums/general-discussion/619334-new-upgrading-mids-highs-best-brands-%24-brick-mortar-dealers-sell.html I've since made arrangements to just ship to a friend's house (duh, lol), so I don't need brick and mortar anymore. I'm probably going to get...

I haven't had a system in a little over 2 years, but what I did have was an Fi ssd12 fully loaded off a soundstream rub1600 in 3 cubes @ 35hz. I was very happy with this and don't want anything worse (less loud or worse sq) Also had 2 audiopipe txxapa12 blues off an ap1500 in a ****** prefab...

So a few months ago i put a kicker dx600.5 in my car. I have some real old sealed kicker 10's @ 2ohms. This amp will push 300W at 2ohms yet these kickers sound very bad. So is it possible to get nice loud bass out of 300W or should i buy a larger amp just for subs?

So I have two kicker compvr 15s: Amazon.com: Kicker 10CVR154 15 CompVR 4 Ohm DVC Subwoofer: Car Electronics Previously Powered by: Memphis Car Amp PRX1 1000 1000D Class 1 Ohm Factory SEALED Old School Power | eBay The Memphis amp recently suffered a tragic end. It was a faulty amp from the...

i'm pretty new the car audio stuff, but i have learned quite a bit from these forums. I have a 06 Nissan Altima i want to get a sub(or subs) and obviously an amp, i just don't know which ones to get. i plan on installing it myself and im looking for nice bass, not really loudness. I have a good...

I'm starting my cars first stereo system soon. I have an '06 Trailblazer. Currently I have stock everything in my car. I have 400-ish (500-600 if its worth it) to spend on my car. I have a friend who installs systems for fun, and will be having him help me install everything. But here's my...

I have some things i would look to do to my car but because of a budget I'm wonder in what order should i do them? (so which is most important to least important) new h/o alt 160a $260 new box (bigger / tuned lower) $50 - 60 sound dampening (on back speaker deck and doors) $70 Fiber...

Im helping a friend on getting his first sub. I've been metered at the headrest on tl 128.xx db with my old sub, pathetic I know but it was a single 8 on 250 watts. That's the only set up he's heard and he thought it was great at first but i know he wants loads more, as do I. I got my sa-15...

Hi! i recently have been doin an install on a 2001 Saturn SC2 3 door. It's for my little cousin and he wants 2 12" subs from either: FI, DC, DD, Soundstream, Kicker, or Rockford. He's got about $1000 for a headunit, mids and highs, and the subs. He wants your guys input on this instead of just...

Hi guys I am buying a new SUZUKI SWIFT Vdi its a hatchback car and want to buy in Dash Reciever with Bluetooth technology & front USB support, 2 ch. Speakers and a good Amplifier, I havent thought about Woofer, but if all comes in my budget, and thats $500 I will be glad to buy one. So...

So I am completely new at all of this car audio stuff. I have a 2003 Toyota Highlander with a Pioneer AVIC-Z1 head unit. Also, the speakers in my car are JBL, if that matters. I'm interested in buying some subs and an amp for the back of my car. I've heard Alpine Type-R's are good? I listen...

So I have a 2003 Toyota Highlander with a Pioneer AVIC-Z1 head unit. I'm thinking of buying a sub or two, an amp, and an enclosure. I listen to all types of music, but mostly hip hop. I also would rather have good sound quality rather than overpowering bass. Any suggestions? My budget is...

I'd really appreciate some advice. I've got about $250 and want some bass. I need everything, amp, sub, enclosure, wiring kit. After the research I've done I know this is an absurdly low amount for all this. I've got a e34 BMW 1992 525i sedan. The trunk is big but I've heard that there is too...

I am in the market for a new 10" sub to put into my custom smallish sealed box. I have about $300 to spend, but thought that I would find a great sub first(~$200), then match it to a cheaper (~$100) CEA 06 amp amp that would slightly underpower the sub at 2 or 1 ohm (i don't want to have to...