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  1. Eggroll

    Help with mounting...

    I have an enclosure built by CSCStang (amazing btw). It looks kinda like this: Info: 38x16x20 5.67 gross volume 3.8 net (1.9 per sub) 54.3 square inches of port. 13.77 per cube. Tuned to 32hz Question: How can I mount/un-mount the subwoofers (65lb DSS Ethos 12") without taking out the 200...
  2. P

    PLEASE help me pick out the products for my Truck audio overhaul

    OLD Vehicle = 2007 Ford Edge Pioneer Avic 920bt Rockford Fosgate p850.4 (with a generously powerful birth certificate) Rockford Fosgate T252-s T2 in front doors Kicker KS or CS 6x8 in rear doors Dynamat installed on all 4 doors Rockfors Fosgate P3D2 12 inch sub in either 1 or 1.25 ft3...
  3. V

    What amp should i get?!

    im really new to car audio and im just not sure what kind of amp i should get. I have a soundquebed hdc15 d2 and am looking to spend around $200 to $250. The sub pushes around 1200rms so im looking for something that can put out close to that. Any suggestions?
  4. V

    Need Help Wiring sub + amp

    im very new to car audio, this is my first setup and i have a few questions. i have a soundquebed hds315 D2 woofer (1200watt RMS) SoundQubed HDS315 And im getting a Kicker Cx1200.1 Amp Kicker CX1200 1 Car Stereo CX Class D Mono 2400 Watt Subwoofer Amp Sub Amplifier | eBay My question is...
  5. T

    Sundown zv4 help

    Hey guys I got a few questions need some experts. I just got a zv4 15 d1 and can only wire to 2 ohm or .5 ohm. So I need help with my box and amp. I can ony wire to 2 ohm or .5 ohm. I have a few questions that need answering please! First the AMPS: Looking at the american bass vfl line...
  6. R

    First audio system, need help

    this is the first audio system i am installing and i have absolutely no idea what to buy and install. I want something rich in bass and have those lights that pulse with the bass. Can anyone tell me what to buy and link to it?
  7. B

    Question: 2 10" or one 12" sundown?

    So right now I am running two Kicker comp R's at 600w each at 4ohms on a Kicker cx1200.1 amp. I'm looking for some more bass with the amp that I have so once I find someone to buy these Comp R then i was looking into getting one 12inch x series sundown D2 which can handle 1250 watts. Will this...
  8. F

    Help Please, Comment on New System Setup

    Hi, I was hoping to get some thoughts/ideas/comments on the system I am planning on getting. So any help is appreciated, thnx for ANY help Music I like- Metallica and Top 40 Car- 2008 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Head Unit- Sony WX-GT90BT Amp- Clarion XC1410 , 50 watts RMS x 4 at 4 ohms (75...
  9. J

    I know nothing - gimme some help here.

    Well, I'm just you're average 17 year old honestly. I got my license about a month ago, and I drive a '99 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe Base model. When we got it, we noticed that the door speakers and the really mediocre quality Tweeters did not play. Eventually, while looking under the hood, we...
  10. N

    Need help buying a 15"

    im looking into buying a 15" car sub. Im looking more for SPL but a side dish of SQ i wouldnt mind. For the sub my budget is around 150$. want to help me out??
  11. AtillaTheHung

    Subwoofer impedance selector help?

    Hey guys, I have a Cerwin-Vega V122D and it has some nifty little feature that I need help with. This subwoofer is a DVC and is 2ohms. It has only one set of terminals on it. Here is the sub Now, this sub has one set of terminals, and a switch that lets you go from 1ohm to 4ohm. How would I wire...
  12. D

    Best options for 2011 Cadillac CTS questions

    If any of you have some time to help me out with a few questions I'd appreciate it. TL;DR OP needs help   -->best way to get signal from stock head unit to amp -->which set of subs should I get and why -->what amp(s) should I get and why -->which highs/mids (woofers) should I...
  13. 2

    Rear Deck Speakers

    Hello, in my 2007 Ford Fusion there are not rear 6x9 speakers currently. The only speakers are the factory door speakers. I'm looking to put in rear deck speakers myself and was wondering the best way to go about doing so? Please Help!!!
  14. M

    HU Question, and Wiring a car from scratch?

    Hey guys I drive an 02 mustang that came with the mach 460 audio package, and its time to make some replacements. I hae a couple different topics I would like to know more about/get help with, but first a quick overview of the mach 460 system for those of you who don't know. The mach 460 and...
  15. okurk5

    battery/power cell

    I would like to buy a batt or power cell im pullin 120 volts just somthn small??
  16. RickC

    Car audio help

    Hey guys, I am going to start this off by saying I am new here, and I don't know if I am putting this in the right section or not. Sorry if this is the wrong place, but I need some help with my cars sound system. My main goal for it is for it to sound nice, but not be at the competition level...
  17. okurk5

    suggestions for new system

    i have a 2000 chevy blazer 4 door all stock electrical space doesn't matter my budget would have to be under 800. What would you guys recommend
  18. VWSundownAudio

    12" Kicker sub won't bump at all? Help!

    Alright, I have a 2006 Silverado 1500 crew cab with the Bose system in it. I replaced the stock HU with a Pioneer double din. I got a Kenwood 1000w class D mono amp and paired it with a 400W RMS Kicker CVR 12" DVC 4 ohm subwoofer. And I have a medium sized ported box. I ran all 4 gauge wire. I...
  19. krash91

    Will this setup work?

    Hey all! I just joined this forum because after some lurking, it seems there are some pretty knowledgable members on here haha. I currently own a 240sx, I've never really looked into upgrading the sound. I have some random speakers in there that I found while cleaning my garage Currently...
  20. J

    Need advice: upgrading stock sound system

    Hello, I need help! I have a 2015 Mazda M3 with the stock upgraded bose sound system. I would like to get a sub woofer & amp & box that will work with my current sound system! I'm looking to spend $500-800. What would be better? 2 12inch lower quality subs with an amp or 1 premium...
  21. G

    Advice Much Appreciated

    So I want to upgrade my system in my 1985 Toyota 4runner. Right now, i have an aftermarket kenwood deck, two Alpine Type R 12s runnng on a single channel BOSS 1100 amp, Two Kenwood Excelon 6x9s 130w RMS in the back and two 4" in the front. I want new speakers in the front, either 6 1/2 inch...
  22. M

    Need a box design for a NVX NSW 12" subwoofer

    Im 16 and putting together my first sound system in my car. I want to add this subwoofer but I cant design a box. So if anyone can help me out by giving me a cut sheet or something, I can get it built. Thank you The list: Vehicle : 2003 Saturn ion Location in the vehicle: Trunk Space...
  23. R

    Need help/ Begginer

    So I am looking to replace the stock sound system in my ute, but I do not really know much about sound systems or how they work. I plan on purchasing the following things: New Head unit New Speakers Amplifier Sub As I said I do not really know much about sound systems, my understanding is...
  24. R

    how do i make custom subs?

    hello, Im looking to build myself some 12's, ive never done this before but I know I can do it. ive been looking around and found a coupl places to buy all the parts. my question is how do I assemble these speakers. im guessing you can only use voice coils that can fit in the motor gap. how do...
  25. T

    I need help. At a dead end

    I have a 2001 Tahoe with a pioneer deh x16 radio and 2 kicker subs and a 500 watt kicker amp. Which worked great for a week. Now the radio plays only the subs (no door speakers)for about a minute and then shuts off and says amp error. It's not wired to the cars internal amp. Anyone know what the...
  26. G

    Hertz Upgrade

    Hello everyone, I currently have 2 12inch hertz ds300.3 as my subs and am looking to upgrade. The SQ I get from the ds are absolutely amazing imo I want to keep that SQ but add a little more "thump" I was recommended Hertz Hx series. So my question is would 1 12inch Hx have more output than 2...
  27. Z

    Full car setup 350z HELP

    I recently purchased a 350z and I am looking for a whole car audio setup. I have read around but am still not sure what I want to do. I am more concerned with sound quality, but I want it to bump very hard. I have looked into jl, but I'm not decided on anything. I'm open to all opinions and...
  28. A

    Static and music still playing while radio sound is off

    My spl sid 8900 radio when you turn the sound all the way off you can hear static and a little bit of music need help
  29. D

    Getting Audio System, Which Should I Get?

    I'm getting an audio system for my car. I went to two places and got two bids. The bids are literally the exact same, down the the dollar. Now I need help from someone who knows their audio systems to help me decide which one give be better equipment for the money? One system is majority Kicker...
  30. M

    TC Sounds Epic 10" or explore other options?

    Hello, My TC Sounds Epic 10" that I have had for 3 years just froze...so time for a new sub! I felt it was a great sub for the money and was thinking about just getting another one...However technology changes and I am open to ideas. Budget: Max $300 Amp: AudioQ AQ-1200 Box: Standard ported...
  31. R

    Mazda Rx-7 wiring identification

    Please help me identify the wires from the car and then the stereo wiring harness. From left to right these are the wires that attach to the stereo wiring harness: 1. white w/ red 2. blue w/ red 3. blue w/ yellow 4. black 5. red w/ black 6. blue w/ white The last 4 wires all feed into the...
  32. VWSundownAudio

    Amp shutting down * PLEASE HELP! *

    Hi guys, I'll make it quick but I need help!! I have a Kenwood KAC-5001PS 1000-Watt Class D Mono Power Amp and a Kicker CVR124 12" Dual 4 ohm CompVR Series sub. Just installed the system in my Duramax and whenever I start to turn the music/bass up even half loud the amp shuts off! I have the...
  33. G

    Need help choosing a sub! (Amp installed)

    Hi everyone, Long story short I bought my car and it has a JBL DA3504 installed in the boot/trunk ( http://www.hifi-pictures.net/base-car-amps/JBL%20DA1002/JBL%20DA1002.pdf ) I was wondering what spec sub(s) to get (preferably enclosed) or if there's any you could recommend installing. Have a...
  34. B

    Help designing a box for a soundqubed 15"

    I am pretty new to the whole box designing but im going to give it a shot. My max trunk space in my hatchback ford freestyle is H:20-24 W:40 D:16 Soundqubed recommends a 40 hz tuning, but what iv heard I want a lower tuning, maybe 32 to 35 ( I listen to rap and metal) This is what I have...
  35. BrotherBasshead

    Help on a new install and future "business"

    names Jake and ive been doing freelance audio installs for the past year. I dont consider myself a pro and have never done any pro installs beyond speakers/component systems and a simple sub and sub box as well as dampening/deadinning. I do not have a lot of money and am studyin in a local...
  36. Methereaper

    Best DVC wiring for an underpowered amp?

    Well, i've fought with this for a few months before giving up on it. I bought a Sondpex 2 10" box from a pawn shop and threw out the junk speakers in it. My brother bought me an ebay bundle of 2 10" Boss Phantoms that are 2100 watts each that came with a Boss Armor 1600watt amp and a wiring...
  37. C

    Subwoofer and amp upgrade!!!

    i am currently looking for a subwoofer amplifier setup for under $1,000. what is the best subwoofer(s) and amp i can buy for that price range? it will be in a 1998 Ford Exporer? or a 1985 mercury capri Hatchback..most likely the explorer though
  38. A

    Subwoofer help

    hey guys, So i have a 2002 nissan frontier(i know, not the best car) but i am trying to figure out what will be best as far as putting a sub in it. There is no room underneath the backseat, and behind theres no more than 5 inch depth at the widest and 2-3 toward the middle. i have consulted...
  39. D

    Need Help

    Hey guys, Brand new to the forum! Need some help on this one, I'm 16 and have been into the audio game since i was 7. Plans on opening up my own shop once out of college. Need some help on what i should get before then. I'm already ordering the Steve Meade Distortion Detector, Crossover...
  40. F

    4 channel SQ Amplifiers

    Hello all, I've been out of Car Audio since probably the early part of the 2000's, but I recently got fed up with bad quality audio and decided to put together a reasonable priced SQ geared system. I'm going to be powering 2 Eclipse SE8365's and 2 MB Quart OKC116's. Both sets are rating 80W...
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