How can i upgrade my car's audio

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

Okay, so recommend him a budget setup. Incriminator Audio isn't a budget setup, period. It's high-quality, competition grade equipment that people just getting started into the hobby simply don't need. Just because a 750w amplifier doesn't cost $300 doesn't mean it's garbage, it means it's reasonable. There's plenty of equipment out there that can supply a decent amount of clean power without killing your wallet. Not every low-cost piece of equipment is garbage, just like not every $1000 amp is as nice as it seems. Yeah, you've got to be careful - but low-budget systems can be put together very well if you find the right gear.

I totally agree. BUT What he recommended from IA is not comp level by anymeans. A good 750 watt amp should run in the $200 range if you know how to shop around. normally a $1000 amp is nice for what its is designed for. Power or SQ. Get the most for your money. Stuff that last, can be abused when needed, and sound good enough to be happy for the long run; And something that will not cause you to pour more money into the electrical system after it kills alternators, batteries, subs and possible the amp. Many get this very low budget stuff and love it when its new cause they dont know anybetter. After some time with it they dont hear what they want to hear. A good install on OK equipment can make it shine to a point but a good install can quickly add up in cost. Look at the big picture not just a number or a $ sign.

 

[trumpet 5,000+ posts]

a good install can quickly add up in cost. Look at the big picture not just a number or a $ sign.

Unfortunately the installation costs often are barely even considered. I've helped exactly one customer who did their own amplifier installation that didn't make me cringe when they opened the back of the vehicle. Idiots blow fuses and then ask me for a bigger fuse. They let their "expert" buddy do the installation and then come to me for help after things have gone wrong.

 

[LosIsATool 5,000+ posts]

Unfortunately the installation costs often are barely even considered. I've helped exactly one customer who did their own amplifier installation that didn't make me cringe when they opened the back of the vehicle. Idiots blow fuses and then ask me for a bigger fuse. They let their "expert" buddy do the installation and then come to me for help after things have gone wrong.

Nobody thinks about that stuff when they recommend these cheap 1500 watt amps when the posters budget does not have room for added electrical either.

 

[naughtyca 10+ year member]

OP most likely will not com back to this thread, all i was asking is wait for his budget and most of you guys already said he needs 1k before its a good system.

this is perfect example for my post

http://www.caraudio.com/forums/general-discussion/575807-budget.html