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<blockquote data-quote="02WS6" data-source="post: 8691125" data-attributes="member: 678581"><p>Hi Touchmytweeter,</p><p></p><p>I'm pretty new around these parts but have been doing a ridiculous amount of research for my own system and will offer my .2c FWIW.</p><p></p><p>Subwoofer: You will find that most of the guys here are firm believers in building a box yourself. Second to that would be having a reputable shop build you something custom for the Element. Seeing as you're in Miami you shouldn't have a problem finding a shop that does Fiberglass work. The last option would be Pre-fab/Stealth enclosure like the JL one you picked out. I think for what you would pay for that JL stealthbox you could probably get a shop in Miami to build you a custom fiberglass enclosure that goes in the same space and put a much nice subwoofer into it. Price out what a custom fiberglass enclosure would run you then put a Fi Audio Alpha or XV3 - 2 Ohm into it. Everything depends on the enclosure but these subs will be a much better 'bang' for your buck than the JL's are. (If you pardon my pun there...lol)</p><p></p><p>Alpha: <a href="https://ficaraudio.com/product/alpha-v2-1-series/" target="_blank">https://ficaraudio.com/product/alpha-v2-1-series/</a></p><p>XV3: <a href="https://ficaraudio.com/product/xv3-series/" target="_blank">https://ficaraudio.com/product/xv3-series/</a></p><p></p><p>Read up on sealed enclosure recommendations and then depending on what enclosure you go for (hopefully custom fiberglass with carpet) you should still come out spending less than you would on the JL Stealthbox. SSA subwoofers would be another great option, again all depending on what you end up with for enclosure cu/ft volume. Just match sealed enclosure specs to a Fi or SSA sub.</p><p></p><p>Amp: Now, with the Sub and enclosure matched running at 2 ohm. I'd recommend the Sundown SAE-1100.5. They're Korean made but Sundown has a huge following in the hobbyist world and the amp's make good power without heating up. Another option depending on budget would be Orion or if you're limited due to space a Alpine PDX-V9 would work as well. Just note that the Orion's and Alpine's can get warmer than their Sundown counterparts (from what I've read) especially under a seat without much airflow. FWIW, I personally had a PDX-M6 fail and meltdown a Sub but many others have had great results with them.</p><p></p><p>Speakers - I'm personally a huge fan of CDT and with the 5-Channel Amp I recommended you're gonna want 2-Ohm Mid's to run the amp's rated 120Wx4. So bearing that in mind I'd say CDT CL-650.2 up front and CDT CL-61CV.2 (2 Ohm version) for the rears. (These stay within your stated budget and meet all other criteria). Focal and Hertz are other great options but I don't know if you'll find 6.5 Components/Coax @ 2 Ohm in your price range with those brands.</p><p></p><p>Deck - I'm partial to Pioneer's NEX series but if you only care about Android Auto then I'd say the Kenwood DDX8905S or DDX9905S will be your best bet and meets your budget. Compare the two and go with whichever you like more.</p><p></p><p>I've given you a few options to play with where you can adjust your budget just in case the Audio shops in your area charge a lot for custom sub enclosures to meet the unique needs of your Element. Hopefully this helps but as anyone will tell you - The sub enclosure will make or break how the system sounds overall. Most would recommend building a tuned MDF enclosure and putting it in the back of your car - Space be damned, but as I'm in the same boat as you. Whereas I'm having a shop custom fit a sealed fiberglass enclosure for my car for $280, hopefully you can find a shop in your area to do the same. Once you have Cu/ft, then pick your sub, then match amp and match speakers to the 5-Channel you end up going with.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="02WS6, post: 8691125, member: 678581"] Hi Touchmytweeter, I'm pretty new around these parts but have been doing a ridiculous amount of research for my own system and will offer my .2c FWIW. Subwoofer: You will find that most of the guys here are firm believers in building a box yourself. Second to that would be having a reputable shop build you something custom for the Element. Seeing as you're in Miami you shouldn't have a problem finding a shop that does Fiberglass work. The last option would be Pre-fab/Stealth enclosure like the JL one you picked out. I think for what you would pay for that JL stealthbox you could probably get a shop in Miami to build you a custom fiberglass enclosure that goes in the same space and put a much nice subwoofer into it. Price out what a custom fiberglass enclosure would run you then put a Fi Audio Alpha or XV3 - 2 Ohm into it. Everything depends on the enclosure but these subs will be a much better 'bang' for your buck than the JL's are. (If you pardon my pun there...lol) Alpha: [URL]https://ficaraudio.com/product/alpha-v2-1-series/[/URL] XV3: [URL]https://ficaraudio.com/product/xv3-series/[/URL] Read up on sealed enclosure recommendations and then depending on what enclosure you go for (hopefully custom fiberglass with carpet) you should still come out spending less than you would on the JL Stealthbox. SSA subwoofers would be another great option, again all depending on what you end up with for enclosure cu/ft volume. Just match sealed enclosure specs to a Fi or SSA sub. Amp: Now, with the Sub and enclosure matched running at 2 ohm. I'd recommend the Sundown SAE-1100.5. They're Korean made but Sundown has a huge following in the hobbyist world and the amp's make good power without heating up. Another option depending on budget would be Orion or if you're limited due to space a Alpine PDX-V9 would work as well. Just note that the Orion's and Alpine's can get warmer than their Sundown counterparts (from what I've read) especially under a seat without much airflow. FWIW, I personally had a PDX-M6 fail and meltdown a Sub but many others have had great results with them. Speakers - I'm personally a huge fan of CDT and with the 5-Channel Amp I recommended you're gonna want 2-Ohm Mid's to run the amp's rated 120Wx4. So bearing that in mind I'd say CDT CL-650.2 up front and CDT CL-61CV.2 (2 Ohm version) for the rears. (These stay within your stated budget and meet all other criteria). Focal and Hertz are other great options but I don't know if you'll find 6.5 Components/Coax @ 2 Ohm in your price range with those brands. Deck - I'm partial to Pioneer's NEX series but if you only care about Android Auto then I'd say the Kenwood DDX8905S or DDX9905S will be your best bet and meets your budget. Compare the two and go with whichever you like more. I've given you a few options to play with where you can adjust your budget just in case the Audio shops in your area charge a lot for custom sub enclosures to meet the unique needs of your Element. Hopefully this helps but as anyone will tell you - The sub enclosure will make or break how the system sounds overall. Most would recommend building a tuned MDF enclosure and putting it in the back of your car - Space be damned, but as I'm in the same boat as you. Whereas I'm having a shop custom fit a sealed fiberglass enclosure for my car for $280, hopefully you can find a shop in your area to do the same. Once you have Cu/ft, then pick your sub, then match amp and match speakers to the 5-Channel you end up going with. [/QUOTE]
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