Going active?

[skameron831 10+ year member]

What exactly does that mean?

I am trying to do what ever i can to satisfy my self with my car audio SQ in my next install. I read alot of people saying there speakers sounded better running active. I am going to have some Pioneer 720PRS's installed. I was looking at Hifonics -http://www.onlinecarstereo.com/CarAudio/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=16336 I am trying to save a little bit, i would have gone with alpine pdx if i wanted to spend the money but, if theres anything better please suggest. thanks

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[Alex965 10+ year member]

I am not sure if Hifonics is all about SQ. If you are on budget, check audio classifieds section for at least for some JLs, Diamond audio, and PG stuff.

 

[mile098 10+ year member]

going active means that every speaker has its own channel on the amp...meaning u dont use passive crossovers in your install..almost any system sounds better active if u have the right equipment..either a HU or an amp that supports that wide of a range of xovers

 

[tcguy85 10+ year member]

you'll need a 4 channel amp or two 2 channel amps. i choose to run a big 2 channel for my mids and i'll be running a much smaller 2 channel for my tweeters.

you'll need either a head unit that can control an active setup or use an external electronic crossover. i prefer to have it all right in the HU so it can be adjusted right from the drivers seat.