Hey, I've always loved electronics and know my way pretty well around a computer but have very little concept of car electronics. So for the past month I've been trying to do some pretty heavy research on it and am wanting to have a full audio setup in my car. I've purchased everything except the 2nd (4ch) amp but none of it is installed yet. Basically this is what it's boiled down to (I included what I thought the most relevant specs on the parts would be):
2006 (8th gen) Honda Civic EX Sedan
Head Unit: Pioneer DEH-P7200HD
RMS Power Output 22 Watts x 4 Channels
Preamp RCA Outputs: 3 Pairs
Preamp Voltage: 4v
Front Speakers: Infinity Reference 6030cs Component
Power Handling, RMS: 75 Watts
Power Handling, Peak: 225 Watts
Impedance: 2 Ohms
Rear Speakers: Infinity Reference 6032si
Power Handling, RMS: 60 Watts
Power Handling, Peak: 180 Watts
Impedance: 2 Ohms
Subwoofers: Kicker C10 x 2
Power Handling, RMS: 150 Watts
Power Handling, Peak: 300 Watts
Impedance: 4 Ohms
Amplifier (1): Sony Xplod XM-GTR2022
Channels: 2
RMS Power @ 4 Ohms: 202 Watts x 2 Channels
Totals RMS Power Output: 500 Watts
Total Peak Power Output: 1200 Watts
Amplifier (2): Hifonics HFi55.4
Channels: 4
RMS Power @ 2 Ohms: 110 watts x 4 Channels
Max Power Output: 440 watts
My main concern with the setup is the amps. I've read that I should try to keep the RMS ratings on the amps as close to the speakers as possible but with a little extra for headroom. I'm concerned that the Xplod might be a little too high for the subs and if necessary I'll sell the amp and get a new 2 ch. I also have a friend who's installed his own system before and offered to help but I'm a bit weary about tackling such a big job. Basically I'm just looking for input both about the system I have in mind and also tips regarding DIY installs or if I shell out for install how much it would cost approximately (So Cal area if that helps). Thanks in advance guys!
