SQL setup, suggestions?

[ImmortalFreak 10+ year member]

What I'm looking for is good SQ speakers (be it component's or coaxial's, I'm not sure which to get yet), and a loud, quick-hitting subwoofer (I listen to a good amount of metal, and my Kicker 12" CVR isn't cutting it anymore. It can't keep up with the quickhitting double base in a lot of songs.)

Anyway, I have $350 (at the absolute max) to spend right now with another 400-500 coming in over the next monthish. What I was thinking of doing is purchasing an ID10" D4 v3(or D2 instead of D3? Not sure yet and some JL Audio TR 5x7 Coaxials, and using my current amp (Z-Edition 400.4) to push them temporarily while I'm waiting on money. As money comes in I was then gonna buy an Alpine MRP-M500 to push the subwoofer by itself and an Arc Audio FD2100 to power the speakers.

For now, what do youguys think of that setup? Down the line I may get another sub, and depending how those 5x7's (or whatever I end up getting) are, I may pickup some rear fills (or components for the front and move the 5x7's to the back) just to get some noise in the back.

Also what is the general consensus on the ID 10 v3's? Would an ID12 v3 keep up with all the quickdrumming in metal music? What I am NOT looking to do is lose SPL with the new setup.

Anyway, thanks for reading my rant folks. All of your input is greatly appreciated. I'm looking to buy this stuff online ASAP.

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[galacticmonkey 5,000+ posts]

I have some Focal Polyglass 165VR components (6.5") and a pair of 10" D2 IDQ V3 for sale.

 

[ImmortalFreak 10+ year member]

Tell me about the SPL on those IDs, will you? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[Papermaker85 5,000+ posts]

http://www.powermaxelectronics.com/products/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=252&idcategory=88

http://www.powermaxelectronics.com/products/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=1257&idcategory=10

http://incriminatoraudio.com/update/index.php?page=2&product=20

 

[ImmortalFreak 10+ year member]

http://www.powermaxelectronics.com/products/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=252&idcategory=88http://www.powermaxelectronics.com/products/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=1257&idcategory=10

http://incriminatoraudio.com/update/index.php?page=2&product=20

Unfortunately I'm on about a $750-800 budget for everything; Sub(s), Amp(s), Speakers, supplies to build the box, the works.

Now I don't want to close any doors by getting an amp that can only power one sub. I am gonna sell my Z-Edition amp and Kicker 12 in Craigslist, and some of that money will go towards the system. So when that sells it will give me another 150ish to use.

 

[BloodyGuts335i 10+ year member]

I have an alpine type x 12".. its very efficient and has great SQL!! $210 shipped!

 

[perfecxionX 10+ year member]

What I'm looking for is good SQ speakers (be it component's or coaxial's, I'm not sure which to get yet), and a loud, quick-hitting subwoofer (I listen to a good amount of metal, and my Kicker 12" CVR isn't cutting it anymore. It can't keep up with the quickhitting double base in a lot of songs.)
Anyway, I have $350 (at the absolute max) to spend right now with another 400-500 coming in over the next monthish. What I was thinking of doing is purchasing an ID10" D4 v3(or D2 instead of D3? Not sure yet and some JL Audio TR 5x7 Coaxials, and using my current amp (Z-Edition 400.4) to push them temporarily while I'm waiting on money. As money comes in I was then gonna buy an Alpine MRP-M500 to push the subwoofer by itself and an Arc Audio FD2100 to power the speakers.

For now, what do youguys think of that setup? Down the line I may get another sub, and depending how those 5x7's (or whatever I end up getting) are, I may pickup some rear fills (or components for the front and move the 5x7's to the back) just to get some noise in the back.

Also what is the general consensus on the ID 10 v3's? Would an ID12 v3 keep up with all the quickdrumming in metal music? What I am NOT looking to do is lose SPL with the new setup.

Anyway, thanks for reading my rant folks. All of your input is greatly appreciated. I'm looking to buy this stuff online ASAP.

For about the same price as an ID you can get one of the older IDQs at woofersect. I would definitely go that route instead:http://www.woofersetc.com/p2035/IDQ12V2D4--Image-Dynamics-12"-IDQ-Dual-4-Ohm-Subwoofer.htm

Also, i wouldnt waste any money on coaxils or rear speakers at all.

 

[ImmortalFreak 10+ year member]

Well, I think I'm gonna pick up an IDQ10v3, some components in the front (I'd like 6.5, but if I'm not mistaken 6.5's will be too big for my front doors (2000 Ford Ranger), they will hit the grill, no?

That was my original choice, 6.5" comps in the front with some baffle for the extra depth.]

I'm just concerned about losing SPL going from the Kicker to the IDQ10. Should I be?

**** stereo shops around here ****, so I can't check anything good out. =\

 

[perfecxionX 10+ year member]

you wont have to worry about a loss in output if you go with the 12" idq rather than 10

 

[Horsemanwill 10+ year member]

i say reread the post i made in the other forum //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/wink.gif.608e3ea05f1a9f98611af0861652f8fb.gif

 

[ImmortalFreak 10+ year member]

you wont have to worry about a loss in output if you go with the 12" idq rather than 10

But can the 12 effectively keep up with the bass in most metal songs?

And I did Horse, thanks for all of your help man, I appreciate it.

Stick around, I'll need your help! ;p

 

[misfit138 5,000+ posts]

But can the 12 effectively keep up with the bass in most metal songs?

The size of a subwoofer has nothing to do with it's ability to "keep up" with anything...

 

[bborey 10+ year member]

if you have 5x7s in your doors run 5 1/4 components just need a plate prob, you can get a two channel amp for them.

mb quart has amps for good prices.

 

[Plutoman 10+ year member]

But can the 12 effectively keep up with the bass in most metal songs?
And I did Horse, thanks for all of your help man, I appreciate it.

Stick around, I'll need your help! ;p

Only the quality of the subwoofer determines how it keeps up with the music.

 

[ImmortalFreak 10+ year member]

Let me rephrase that. Can the IDQ12 effectively keep up? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif