Nice First Setup?

[Sh1zn1t 10+ year member]

Okay, took a break on car audio because of the recent So Cal fires, but I'm back.

How's this sound for a used system? I might be able to get it for on the cheap.

Two Alpine ZR-10s

A Q-Logic Box(sorry, no dimensions given although I could find out.)

Pioneer GM-X542

Features

Bridgeable 1/2/3 Channel Capability

1-Ohm Stable Operation

PWM Regulated MOSFET Power Supply

MOSFET Output Section

Balanced Isolator Input Circuit

Screw-Type Power/Ground Terminals

Screw-Type Speaker Terminals

RCA Inputs

RCA Outputs (Pass-Thru)

Hi-Volt Input Level Control (400mV-6.5V)

Speaker Level Inputs

Selectable Crossover: 80Hz, -12dB/oct. (LPF/HPF)

Bass Boost (60Hz, 0 to +12dB)

Specifications

Continuous Power: 50Wx2 (4Ù), 75Wx2 (2Ù), 150Wx1 (4Ù)

Frequency Response: 10Hz - 50kHz (0,-1dB)

Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.005% (1kHz, 4Ù)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 105dB (IHF-A Weighted, at 1kHz)

Dimensions: 10-5/8" x 2-3/8" x 6-1/2"

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Do all these work together well? And how much you think I should try and bargain for? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/biggrin.gif.d71a5d36fcbab170f2364c9f2e3946cb.gif

They're gonna go onto my Mustang's Mach 460 stock head unit, so if that makes any difference.

Thanks to anyone who helps.

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[Trey803 5,000+ posts]

subs seem decent amp and box not so much

 

[mapolley07 10+ year member]

that amp is very little power.......give a budget and people can help you pick out something a little nicer

 

[BassBallin]

you need a bigger amp

 

[Sh1zn1t 10+ year member]

Okay, so the amp is crap?

How much should I try and buy the subs and box for? Negotiating with him right now.

 

[DejaWiz 5,000+ posts]

http://safemanuals.com/user_guide_instructions_owner_manual_ALPINE_SWR-254E_E.htm

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_1047_Alpine+SWR-254E+ZR10+10-+SVC.html

You need a much bigger amp and a better enclosure.

 

[gijoe 10+ year member]

The amp isn't crap, it's just not near enough power. You'll need more power than that for just one sub (in most cases).

 

[Sh1zn1t 10+ year member]

http://safemanuals.com/user_guide_instructions_owner_manual_ALPINE_SWR-254E_E.htm
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_1047_Alpine+SWR-254E+ZR10+10-+SVC.html

You need a much bigger amp and a better enclosure.

Thanks, couldn't find those anywhere!

But if I get these subs, what should I talk the guy down to? He's throwing in the box, so no worries there. I can always make a new one.

I have $280 total, to spend on my system right now. So I'm trying to pick up stuff, save a lil more, get more stuff, know what I mean?

 

[DejaWiz 5,000+ posts]

Why not scour the for sale section here? Plenty of great deals.

 

[Sh1zn1t 10+ year member]

I'm trying to do something local.

I like to see them before I buy 'em, and I like to leave with them right away. Shipping = *****.

 

[Mitch86 5,000+ posts]

Why not scour the for sale section here? Plenty of great deals.

Agreed. You can possibly get a decent setup with ~300 bucks. Building your own box can save quite a bit of money.. Also remember to include all wiring/accessories in your budget though..it adds up. For a budget subwoofer, I recommend Mach5audio. Great woofers for the price. They have 10"-18" subs, so they should have something that fits your needs. Find a used mono amp in the classifieds for ~$150-175 and build your own box and you should be able to stay within budget.

 

[jaboran 10+ year member]

Thanks, couldn't find those anywhere!
But if I get these subs, what should I talk the guy down to? He's throwing in the box, so no worries there. I can always make a new one.

I have $280 total, to spend on my system right now. So I'm trying to pick up stuff, save a lil more, get more stuff, know what I mean?

well.. for $280 u can get a little bit of something.. personally i never seen those alpine subs before.. the last time i saw a white alpine cone was the older e series... anyways

subs:http://sonicelectronix.com/item_8632_Pioneer+Premier+TS-W1007D4.html $54 each.. eh.. nothing stellar.. but its a pair of decent subs $108

box:http://sonicelectronix.com/item_10355_Dual+10-+3-4+MDF+Sealed+Subwoofer+Enclosure+OB.html# $30 for a sealed box.. which i think those pioneers sound fairly good in.... total so far.. $138

amp:http://www.cadencestore.com/ProductCart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=125&idproduct=381 $99 free shipping 2 yr warranty.. eh.. total $237 before shipping.. so it should come to around the same price u wanted to spend originally anyways and all brand new... hm

 

[jaboran 10+ year member]

I'm trying to do something local.
I like to see them before I buy 'em, and I like to leave with them right away. Shipping = *****.

oh.. well.. heh.. nm then... i agree tho.. those subs seem to be alright, but box and amp.. eh.. i dont think the amp has enough oomph for those subs.. maybe for some component speakers or something tho.... hmm

 

[Sh1zn1t 10+ year member]

Are the Mach5audio M Series subs better than the Alpine ZRs?

But online is pretty much not an option. I have no credit card besides the above reasons.

EDIT: Yea, I'm probably just gonna buy the subs and I think he's throwing in the box, so it will work for temporary.

 

[andrewmoore13 10+ year member]

if u can scrounge up 400$ i got some stuff if you want...