Front speakers, subwoofer, and amplifier install for 1996 Chevy Blazer

[ILoveZerg]

I'm looking to install a subwoofer/amplifier/maybe front door speakers in my 1996 Chevy blazer. Currently the only upgrade I have made to it over the stock radio is a pioneer mvh-x560bt head unit. I mainly listen to rap music so i am set on a ported subwoofer box. I was reading on ported boxes and I read about subsonic filters. That amplifier does not have one. Is that something that is necessary? My budget is maximum $500 for everything. Here is what I am thinking for the components:

Amp: Kenwood Excelon X700-5

Sub: Rockford Fosgate Punch P1S2-12 Punch P1

Box: Sound Ordnance™ Bass Bunker Ported single 12"

Front door speakers: Infinity Primus PR6500cs 6-1/2" component speaker system

Thanks for the help.

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[cfox10 10+ year member]

I'm looking to install a subwoofer/amplifier/maybe front door speakers in my 1996 Chevy blazer. Currently the only upgrade I have made to it over the stock radio is a pioneer mvh-x560bt head unit. I mainly listen to rap music so i am set on a ported subwoofer box. I was reading on ported boxes and I read about subsonic filters. That amplifier does not have one. Is that something that is necessary? My budget is maximum $500 for everything. Here is what I am thinking for the components:
Amp: Kenwood Excelon X700-5

Sub: Rockford Fosgate Punch P1S2-12 Punch P1

Box: Sound Ordnance™ Bass Bunker Ported single 12"

Front door speakers: Infinity Primus PR6500cs 6-1/2" component speaker system

Thanks for the help.

What is your goal?

I think we can get you more bang for your buck and better sound if you want some suggestions.

Budget include the wiring and everything?

 

[ILoveZerg]

Budget includes the wiring yes. I will be doing the install myself so no cost for labor. Right now I do not even have a sub in my car and am using stock speakers. My goal is to be able to rap/hip-hop without it sounding like ****. If you have any suggestions on price for the money that is exactly what I am looking for.

 

[cfox10 10+ year member]

Well, if I were doing a system on a $500 this is what I'd do... others will come along with recommendations as well.

Sub Amp: FSD Audio FZ700D $140

Sub: Soundqubed HDS2 15 $115

Door Speakers: JBL GTO608C $71

Amp: Pioneer GMA3602 $65

Wiring: KnuKonceptz KCA 4gauge kit $33

Box: Build it yourself. I've left you with $76 which should cover the cost of materials.

I could come up with options all day but that's a very solid choice for the money imo

These prices are from Amazon.

 

[ILoveZerg]

Ok that looks really good. I've never done much with wood. I have most of the tools I would need but am not sure if I have the skills to build a box. Are there any guides that show the process?

 

[cfox10 10+ year member]

Ok that looks really good. I've never done much with wood. I have most of the tools I would need but am not sure if I have the skills to build a box. Are there any guides that show the process?

Well, I can design a box for you if you'd like. The actual putting together process is fairly straight forward. Just need wood (3/4" MDF or Birch would be great) glue, caulking (I like to use it on the corners in the box) screws, cutting tools, and patience.

 

[ILoveZerg]

That does not sound too hard. If you could design a box for that sub that would be awesome. I could not find any reviews or anything on the fsd audio amplifier. It seems really cheap for the power it puts out.

 

[cfox10 10+ year member]

That does not sound too hard. If you could design a box for that sub that would be awesome. I could not find any reviews or anything on the fsd audio amplifier. It seems really cheap for the power it puts out.

They are newer. It's a korean board amplifier, similar to Ampere, Sundown, etc.

If you talk to SounDrive on here he can hook you up and explain a bit more about them.

I'd be happy to help you out with a box design. PM and we can discuss some ideas.

 

[ILoveZerg]

Ok that sounds good. I've heard good things about sundown.

I just sent you a pm about the box.

 

[Jeffdachef 5,000+ posts]

Ok that looks really good. I've never done much with wood. I have most of the tools I would need but am not sure if I have the skills to build a box. Are there any guides that show the process?

measure, re-measure and measure again and confirm your measurements. Then cut the wood. Do that for all pieces and then titebond 2 or 3 wood glue and screw. If you use mdf then you'll want to pre drill holes. If you want to save weight, use birch ply.

There's a port opening, you'd want to sand down any sharp edges you see on the port so its a smooth round shape.