Hello //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/biggrin.gif.d71a5d36fcbab170f2364c9f2e3946cb.gif im new to this forum so just wanted to start off saying hi //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gifSo for my birthday different people are chipping in and myself too so straight to the point:
I need :
Sub( I'm thinking 1 12in)
Amp
Head unit
And a box
(and anything else you recommend)
I have $500 to spend but a little over is okay
I have a 2006 scion Tc everything stock, like listin to hip hop/ rap (if that helps lol) i really am looking for sick bass but not crazy that it get uncomfortable
i really Like the kickers L7's but from what i hear you can get better for the price
So my guessing because its a hatch back i need one sub?!?
well, Happy birthday!
$500 is a tight budget for what you are asking for. You can get a HU, amp, subs, box, etc. for that, but you will likely be sacrificing what you have for a lot less in the long run( and probably end up costing you more). If you don't mind me asking, why are you needing a new HU? Which one do you have stock?..the Pioneer plain CD or the touch screen? There are many adapters available to allow interfaces like bluetooth, iPod, etc. to the factory HU.
I know you are wanting BASSSS..and I am sure down the road, you will start wanting better highs to match the bass, so start saving up and thinking about a good amp/components for that too. IMO, if you are wanting a far superior HU than factory, expect to pay @ $300+ for that alone....a good 2 or 4 ch amp and a good comp set..figure another @ $300+ and these figures are on the low side for decent equipment.
to the bass. You must realize it takes power to make power..for a factory electrical, I would not want to run over 800w - 1000w rms in many cases..and that is pushing it on the Scion, if you care to avoid annoying headlight dimming.
Here is a decent and reliable class D 1000w rms (750w rms at 2 ohms)amp for the $:
MB Quart ONX1.1000D - ONYX Class D Monoblock Car Amplifier/Amp
I would recommend using this and retaining the stock HU for now
sounds expensive, but do not skimp here, it is vital with many factory systems these days)
AudioControl LC2i (lc2i) White 2 Channel Line Output Converter (LC2/i)
A real good sub that can get loud and sound good doing it:
WoofersEtc.com - SD-2 12D4 - Sundown Audio 12" Dual 4-Ohm Subwoofer ..wired to the above amp at 2 ohms for 750w RMS.
this box seems expensive, but you get the right airspace for the SD12, decent port area, good tune, and good construction for the $:
MSW | Car Audio Stereo, Car Subwoofers, Car Amplifiers and Speakers
The only thing that will compare is a custom made from someone on here and check around, talk to the box builders here and compare what the final costs will be(+shipping).
amp kit, many people here swear by Cadence wiring:
WoofersEtc.com - AMPKIT4 - Cadence 4 Gauge Professional Amplifier Installation Kit CADAMP4
the above totals $560
shipped with full manufacturer warranties ( I selected equipment that will be purchased though Authorized Internet Dealers on amp and sub)using good equipment with SQL and reliability in mind without the added costs of major electrical upgrades..
the above is just my $.02...good luck and keep us posted on what you go with, heck, do a little build log and ask if you have any questions about anything.
