Installing Component Speakers - Genesis Coupe

[David88]

Hey all. I'm not experienced with audio equipment and I've come across some issues with my installation process.

Car : 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Rspec 3.8L (Without upgraded sound from factory)
Head Unit: Sony XAV-AX1000
Mono Amp: Phoenix Gold d.1000
Subwoofers: Phoenix Gold 12in 500 watt RMS each

I am Installing components for front door:
Polk Audio DB6501 6.5"

And coax for the rear:
Polk Audio DB652 6.5"

I started with the front. I have two stock lines to each door. One for the stock tweeter and one for the stock 6.5" woofer.

I tried connecting both lines into the crossover input (this input only has 1 set of +&-) and then of course for the 2 outputs I connected my new woofer and tweeter. I noticed that the woofer wasn't being powered well. I connected the stock woofer again and it was much louder and more responsive.

Did I connect them wrong or is it because I need an amp sending the approximate 100 watts RMS to this new speaker?

Any help would be much appreciated. I can provide photos if anybody needs a visual.

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[BCotrell 10+ year member]

I would advise an amp on those . Your midbass response on the top polks will
Be better. Also you got 1000 watts in a coupe. It will ensure your front stage can keep up

 

[Jeffdachef 5,000+ posts]

Might want to run dedicated 16 gauge wires to the door speakers and add an amp.

Stock door speakers have much lower power requirements. Aftermarkets need power for any real result

 

[MichaelEvanchuk]

don't know why I think you are doing something wrong