Speaker Help

[Gianotti 10+ year member]

I have a 03 Dodge Ram standard cab. Alpine 9857 deck, alpine type r 6x9 in fronts, 5.25's in rear panels, alpine ktp-445 power pack. now i know with the alpine type r's they should have a bigger amp. im not happy with the sound or mid bass. A buddy of mine has a 06 tacoma with an alpine deck, ktp-445 power pack and type s 6.5's all the way around, and his system puts mine to shame. any suggestions? really not looking to put a 4-channel in, since space is limited. i just want louder acoustics and more mid-bass. in my buddys tacoma it sounds like he has a small 10 or 8 in the back, mine is so flat. just lookin for some suggetions from other installer, as I am one myself. everyone has different opinions on products. im thinking the type r's i have are underpowered. and the type s is perfect with the power pack. any suggestions? thanks guys!

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[UMWDawg92 10+ year member]

seal and deaden your doors will help a ton... 6x9s should put out some decent midbass

 

[keep_hope_alive Premium Member]

yep, your buddy has a good seal around the speakers - front and rear - to create an airtight seal against the door panel. you don't have those seals.

every speaker install should have foam seals front and rear. add foam and you'll have instant improvement.

 

[Buck 5,000+ posts]

Seal it off, equalize (if that's an option). Nvm the second part.

 

[KyleBechtold 5,000+ posts]

Seal it off, equalize (if that's an option). What is your box like with the woofers? I can help out with that.

what box? he mentioned speakers..?

 

[Buck 5,000+ posts]

what box? he mentioned speakers..?

Ah, he meant type r speakers, not subs. Misunderstood.