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First post- opinions on my potential setup. SQ, Processors, components, Jeep.
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<blockquote data-quote="lameduck" data-source="post: 8021112" data-attributes="member: 650495"><p>First post here! I know a decent amount about car audio, but i have some questions i cant seem to get a straight answer on, or maybe im misunderstanding some things. I've been doing a lotttt of forum reading on all these, but i still have some questions and i'm seeking some opinions on them pertaining to my setup.</p><p></p><p><strong>Vehicle</strong></p><p></p><p>2004 Grand Cherokee (WJ) with a base model system factory. (136 AMP Alt, stock)</p><p></p><p><em>My plans- </em></p><p></p><p><strong>Headunit</strong></p><p></p><p>Already have a Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT from my Mustang and i will be listening to the radio on it occasionally, but mostly good quality CD's and a lot of Pandora(3.5mm jack) and IPod(proper connector). It has (3) 5v RCA outs (Front, Rear, and Sub).</p><p></p><p><strong>Front</strong></p><p></p><p>Polk MM-series 6x9 3way OR Polk Component MM-series 6.5, <em>UNDECIDED.</em></p><p></p><p>Some sort of replacement for the dash tweeters, or just run the Component's tweets up there?</p><p></p><p><strong>Rear</strong></p><p></p><p>Polk DXI-series 6.5 2ways</p><p></p><p>(pretty sold on using Polk speakers)</p><p></p><p><strong>4 Channel Amp</strong></p><p></p><p>Already have a Polk PA-660 that i got a good deal with Best Buy. I try to stay away from BB for car audio, but it was an undamaged, unused open box item, i had gift cards and reward certs and it made the purchase veryyy cheap, plus got a 2yr replacement warranty.</p><p></p><p><strong>Subs</strong></p><p></p><p>Already have a new pair of RE Audio SE12-D4's (the old school versions) that will be wired at 1ohm/1500watts and put in a custom sealed box that will be built by a local shop that does great work.</p><p></p><p><strong>Sub Amp</strong></p><p></p><p>US Amps XT4000D</p><p></p><p><strong>Wiring</strong></p><p></p><p>I think i will be using a Tsunami 2AWG wire, into a Tsunami distribution block sending out 4awg to the amps (and maybe other things, depending on answers to questions coming up). I think ill be using KnuKonceptz 12 gauge speaker wire, and 10gauge for the subs speaker wire.</p><p></p><p>Okay, so here's my <strong>goals</strong>:</p><p></p><p>I'm aiming for pretty good SQ on an average budget, and slowly accumulating parts.. It's a daily driver and i wont be doing any serious competitions. I listen to mostly Rock, Metal, Ska, and a good bit of bassy rap and "dubstep", and on occasion, country and symphony orchestra...haha</p><p></p><p><strong>Questions</strong></p><p></p><p>-Should i go with the nice 6x9s, or are the component speakers worth the extra money for this setup?</p><p></p><p>-What should i do about the dash speakers/tweeters? Can i run those off just the H/U or will it conflict?</p><p></p><p>-The MM-series of Polk are 2.7ohm and my 4ch amp can run 2 or 4 ohm... how do i wire the crossovers to the amp properly for that?</p><p></p><p>-Signal processors- Are they worth it on this setup? I cant figure out if these are just for stock-H/U's or if they really help with SQ with a aftermarket H/U. I'm not looking to buy one of the ridiculous priced $800 ones, but looking in the $300 range if they are worth it. I thought the Epicenter Plus looked good, but then again, i dont really know exactly what i'm looking at, and didnt like that it didnt use RCAs.</p><p></p><p>-The sub box i seem to have settled on a proper sealed box, firing down as sealed is great for SQ, I dont want to use up all my cargo area, and i want the subs to be protected. Another option is a subs down, port back, ported box, tuned around 33-35..but idk how well that will do for SQ..</p><p></p><p>I'm sure i'll have more questions in the future, but these are the current big ones. I tried to put links for all the pieces, but i'm limited to how many URL's i can post i guess..</p><p></p><p>I appreciate any answers/opinions i get, and thank you!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="lameduck, post: 8021112, member: 650495"] First post here! I know a decent amount about car audio, but i have some questions i cant seem to get a straight answer on, or maybe im misunderstanding some things. I've been doing a lotttt of forum reading on all these, but i still have some questions and i'm seeking some opinions on them pertaining to my setup. [B]Vehicle[/B] 2004 Grand Cherokee (WJ) with a base model system factory. (136 AMP Alt, stock) [I]My plans- [/I] [B]Headunit[/B] Already have a Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT from my Mustang and i will be listening to the radio on it occasionally, but mostly good quality CD's and a lot of Pandora(3.5mm jack) and IPod(proper connector). It has (3) 5v RCA outs (Front, Rear, and Sub). [B]Front[/B] Polk MM-series 6x9 3way OR Polk Component MM-series 6.5, [I]UNDECIDED.[/I] Some sort of replacement for the dash tweeters, or just run the Component's tweets up there? [B]Rear[/B] Polk DXI-series 6.5 2ways (pretty sold on using Polk speakers) [B]4 Channel Amp[/B] Already have a Polk PA-660 that i got a good deal with Best Buy. I try to stay away from BB for car audio, but it was an undamaged, unused open box item, i had gift cards and reward certs and it made the purchase veryyy cheap, plus got a 2yr replacement warranty. [B]Subs[/B] Already have a new pair of RE Audio SE12-D4's (the old school versions) that will be wired at 1ohm/1500watts and put in a custom sealed box that will be built by a local shop that does great work. [B]Sub Amp[/B] US Amps XT4000D [B]Wiring[/B] I think i will be using a Tsunami 2AWG wire, into a Tsunami distribution block sending out 4awg to the amps (and maybe other things, depending on answers to questions coming up). I think ill be using KnuKonceptz 12 gauge speaker wire, and 10gauge for the subs speaker wire. Okay, so here's my [B]goals[/B]: I'm aiming for pretty good SQ on an average budget, and slowly accumulating parts.. It's a daily driver and i wont be doing any serious competitions. I listen to mostly Rock, Metal, Ska, and a good bit of bassy rap and "dubstep", and on occasion, country and symphony orchestra...haha [B]Questions[/B] -Should i go with the nice 6x9s, or are the component speakers worth the extra money for this setup? -What should i do about the dash speakers/tweeters? Can i run those off just the H/U or will it conflict? -The MM-series of Polk are 2.7ohm and my 4ch amp can run 2 or 4 ohm... how do i wire the crossovers to the amp properly for that? -Signal processors- Are they worth it on this setup? I cant figure out if these are just for stock-H/U's or if they really help with SQ with a aftermarket H/U. I'm not looking to buy one of the ridiculous priced $800 ones, but looking in the $300 range if they are worth it. I thought the Epicenter Plus looked good, but then again, i dont really know exactly what i'm looking at, and didnt like that it didnt use RCAs. -The sub box i seem to have settled on a proper sealed box, firing down as sealed is great for SQ, I dont want to use up all my cargo area, and i want the subs to be protected. Another option is a subs down, port back, ported box, tuned around 33-35..but idk how well that will do for SQ.. I'm sure i'll have more questions in the future, but these are the current big ones. I tried to put links for all the pieces, but i'm limited to how many URL's i can post i guess.. I appreciate any answers/opinions i get, and thank you! [/QUOTE]
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