help with first system

[DerrickT94]

Hey whats up fellow forum members? As you can tell I'm new to the forum and I'm seeking help. I'm looking for information for a new set up, hopefully I'm posting this in the correct section. I currently have a 2003 Honda Civic coupe.

This is whats currently installed in my car:

Pioneer DEH-7300BT head unit

Pioneer TS-A1674R speakers in the doors

Pioneer TS-A6964R 6x9's behind the rear seats

Here's what I'm looking to purchase:

Rockford Fosgate PRIME R500-1 Amplifier

JL Audio 10W6v2-D4 Subwoofer

I've done my homework on the sub and amp and I'm almost positive I will be buying. What I am unsure of is what enclosure I should buy. I want a ported enclosure because I was told that it will have a better kick than sealed. Am I on the right track with the amp/sub combo and the ported enclosure? Also what enclosure would be best, I've seen ones online but the low msrp's don't really scream quality. Also I need a good amp wiring kit for my setup, some people are telling me wires don't make any difference, but I think that's complete bs. I also am curious if installing dynamat in the trunk and doors would be worth it? Lastly would it be a good idea to get a second subwoofer to power the speakers and 6x9's? If so, what model amp would you recommend?

Sorry for all the questions, but everyone is giving me different, conflicting opinions. Any help, suggestions, or opinions are much appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

Edit:

Looks like I should get rid of the pioneer speakers, any replacement suggestions?

I also will be purchasing a JL Audio 500/1v2 monoblock amp instead of the rockford

MY BIGGEST CONCERN is what wiring kit should I get for the sub/amp combo?

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[jaeguerra909 10+ year member]

i didnt get when u said should u get a second subwoofer to power ur speakers??? but a sealed box is what gives u more of a kick its a more punchy accurate bass but go ported it sounds much better to ear having a deeper bass tone,and yes i would amplify your mids and highs they sound a lot better not too sure on the fosgate prime amp there are a ton of other brand amps that might be a little better aq,sundown,im not a big fan of fosgate any more did not like that they had a preset subsonic filter to 28 hz.

 

[mylows10 5,000+ posts]

dump the pioneer speakers and the prime amp,all junk.and i think you mean a second amp.one for the speakers and one for the sub. the sub is ok

 

[DerrickT94]

ok so my speakers are crap, whats a good replacement for the 6 1/2 door speakers and 6x9s?

 

[jaeguerra909 10+ year member]

ok so my speakers are crap, whats a good replacement for the 6 1/2 door speakers and 6x9s?

depends on how much u wanna spend i reallyyyyyyy liked my memphis mclass components and 6x9s even more decently priced kind of lol

 

[DerrickT94]

depends on how much u wanna spend i reallyyyyyyy liked my memphis mclass components and 6x9s even more decently priced kind of lol

I'd say middle of the road as far as pricing goes for the 6x9s and speakers, I mean I probably spent less than $125 for both components. I'd say $300 for replacements would be ok.

 

[jaeguerra909 10+ year member]

well i got my memphis mclass 6x9's for $120 for the pair they usually got for $180 and components go for $220 coaxil mclass i can get for $100

 

[DerrickT94]

ok what about an amp since you guys said the rockford is garbage, what ported enclosure I should get, and the dynamat for trunk and door dampening

 

[lilboom 10+ year member]

Hey whats up fellow forum members? As you can tell I'm new to the forum and I'm seeking help. I'm looking for information for a new set up, hopefully I'm posting this in the correct section. I currently have a 2003 Honda Civic coupe.
This is whats currently installed in my car:

Pioneer DEH-7300BT head unit

Pioneer TS-A1674R speakers in the doors

Pioneer TS-A6964R 6x9's behind the rear seats

Here's what I'm looking to purchase:

Rockford Fosgate PRIME R500-1 Amplifier

JL Audio 10W6v2-D4 Subwoofer

I've done my homework on the sub and amp and I'm almost positive I will be buying. What I am unsure of is what enclosure I should buy. I want a ported enclosure because I was told that it will have a better kick than sealed. Am I on the right track with the amp/sub combo and the ported enclosure? Also what enclosure would be best, I've seen ones online but the low msrp's don't really scream quality. Also I need a good amp wiring kit for my setup, some people are telling me wires don't make any difference, but I think that's complete bs. I also am curious if installing dynamat in the trunk and doors would be worth it? Lastly would it be a good idea to get a second subwoofer to power the speakers and 6x9's? If so, what model amp would you recommend?

Sorry for all the questions, but everyone is giving me different, conflicting opinions. Any help, suggestions, or opinions are much appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

looks good get a 4 channel .a nice wire kit.I say go with go with a sealed box,and some dynamat should need much .

 

[jaeguerra909 10+ year member]

like i said audioque or sundown audioque makes real good product for a good price if i didnt have the money and still wanted a grade a product i would buy aq

 

[DerrickT94]

ok how about a jl 500/1v2 for the sub

 

[DerrickT94]

anymore suggestions?

 

[dirtyunclerandy 10+ year member]

jl amps are over priced. If you want to stick with RF, look at the P500-1BD. I have one and love it. Never gets hot. Had it for a year and no issues.

 

[dirtyunclerandy 10+ year member]

Don't buy a box online. Talk to one of the people on here and get a custom box designed or built. (prorabbit, buck or mobile enclosures... just to name a few)

 

[DerrickT94]

what about a rockford RFK4D kit, should it be enough for my mono amp and another amp for door speakers and 6x9's down the line?