Looking at new speaker options - any thoughts?

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06/11/2010, 05:45 PM
Kenny

Looking at new speaker options - any thoughts?

So I'm looking to upgrade my system again.
I was just powering my front and rears (cheap blaupunkts) with the head unit and have a 12" sub in the rear door panel (JL amp).

I just installed an Alpine MRP F-300 amp, now I want some nice speakers since the ones I have now are a bit overpowered and muddy at high volume. I want more clarity and power, clarity being my priority.

I have a budget for about $300 for a set of components in the front for now.
Here's what I narrowed it down to:

- Pioneer 720PRS
- Alpine SPX-17PRO
- Infinity Kappa Perfect 6.1
- Boston Acoustics PRO 60SE edit

or just build my own set:_thinking:
mid-driver: Dayton Reference RS180-4
tweet: Seas prestige 27TAFNC/D H1397
crossover: Dayton XO2W-3.5K 2-Way

Anyone have any experience with these sets, or have other suggestions?

I sort of narrowed down what I'm looking at based on being able to get these locally. ebay from the US is an option, but import costs can add $40 to any price.

One other thought, does anyone think its an issue going to 6.5" speakers in the front. These selections can go up to 100-125W RMS and my amp can only push 50W RMS. So I'm curious if they are oversized if I'm listening at mid levels, would 5.25" be a better option to get better sound quality at normal listening volume...:wtfo:

Then again, I may be considering bridging to get 150W to the fronts and kill the rear fill in the future...

on a side note: I REALLY want these for the rears: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...tchlink:top:en

They would match up just perfect with my sub! but probably THEY sound like $#!t. Not many reviews on blaupunkts.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/da...s/IMG_1845.jpg

thanks!
06/11/2010, 08:12 PM
Marlin

I didn't even know blaupunkt was still around?
06/11/2010, 08:13 PM
Riff Raff

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kenny

I want more clarity and power, clarity being my priority.

I have a budget for about $300 for a set of components in the front for now.

Here's what I narrowed it down to:
- Infinity Kappa Perfect 6.1

I've been using only INFINITY brand speakers in all of my vehicles for over 30+ years, and I'm pretty finicky when it comes to audio sound. The clarity and power capabilty of the INFINITY's are incredible. Crystal clear tingling highs, rightous mid-range, and punchy, solid bass without booming or rattles. I even use INFINITY brand home speakers in my Home Theater surround set-up. For pure "clarity", INFINITY ranks #1.

Check-out www.Crutchfield.com for various ideas and info. They even have aftermarket speaker-lead adapters that simply plug into your factory OEM wiring harness, so you don't have to cut/splice wires for aftermarket speakers (very slick). Ask Crutchfield about shipping to Canada, as they are very aggressive when it comes to customer service and satisfaction.
06/12/2010, 10:00 AM
joshi

I would go for the Infinity Kappa 60.9cs (front) , and the Clarion SRP4620M (rear) Check eBay , maybe you can get both sets from that $300 :)
06/12/2010, 10:06 AM
Mile High VX

You might want to look at some Boston Accoustics...I have them in my Dragon with an Alpine deck and they are awesome. The PO had a big amp and subs in it too. When he took that out he left these great BA speakers. I'm very pleased with them.
06/12/2010, 11:38 AM
etlsport

x2 on the boston acoustics, i have a pair in the front and they sound great. i like infinity amps, but their speakers tend to be a bit bright... alpine is usually pretty good, same with pioneer, but i havent used any of the model numbers you are looking at
06/12/2010, 12:34 PM
Kenny

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mile High VX

You might want to look at some Boston Accoustics...I have them in my Dragon with an Alpine deck and they are awesome. The PO had a big amp and subs in it too. When he took that out he left these great BA speakers. I'm very please with them.

Speaking of which, ya i forgot, I am really considering the BA PRO 60 SE too.
Would have to go ebay for those...

Thanks!
06/12/2010, 06:01 PM
tjh

Boston Acoustics . I love my ba's I have two sets of components in my car one step below the pro's I forget the series . Anyway they are crazy clear at absurd sound levels . I have them on a JL audio 4ch amp . The mid bass on mine , is a bit weak. But overall I have no regrets with my purchase . I actually go driving in my car just to listen to the stereo system .
06/12/2010, 08:05 PM
Mile High VX

Quote:

Originally Posted by tjh

Boston Acoustics . I love my ba's I have two sets of components in my car one step below the pro's I forget the series . Anyway they are crazy clear at absurd sound levels . I have them on a JL audio 4ch amp . The mid bass on mine , is a bit weak. But overall I have no regrets with my purchase . I actually go driving in my car just to listen to the stereo system .

X2

:thumbup::thumbup:
06/13/2010, 09:59 PM
technocoy

X3
06/13/2010, 11:59 PM
lasturbo

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kenny

Speaking of which, ya i forgot, I am really considering the BA PRO 60 SE too.
Would have to go ebay for those...

Thanks!

On those BA's for $299.99 at Crutchfield and for those that have them, where did you hide the crossovers and do the tweeters mount in the factory position using the factory trim cover?
06/14/2010, 12:20 AM
Ldub

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Originally Posted by lasturbo

On those BA's for $299.99 at Crutchfield and for those that have them, where did you hide the crossovers and do the tweeters mount in the factory position using the factory trim cover?

Can't speak for the BA crossover, as I don't know it's dimensions, but...

I was able to mount the crossover on these speakers to the interior metal behind the inner door skin without much trouble.

IIRC, a little forward, & a little below the window/lock switch panel on the armrest.
A few test fits with some double stick tape gets you to where you need to be...:yesgray:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/cs2_1.jpg
06/14/2010, 07:15 AM
WormGod

I just installed a whole new frontal system including the Alpine SPR-17S component speakers. Can't recommend them enough. Quite affordable for a component kit and having already put them to the test, they perform VERY well.

http://i.testfreaks.co.uk/images/pro...17s.742794.jpg
06/15/2010, 05:38 AM
Y33TREKker

It all comes down to personal preference IMO. Your best bet would be to go to a few stereo shops and listen to various speakers powered to the same level as what the amp you purchased is rated.

What sounds good to some may not have the sound you prefer, so like just about everything else, personal preference is subjective.

I've been a fan of Polk speaker systems for years, but there again... ;)
06/15/2010, 06:50 AM
WormGod

Quote:

Originally Posted by Y33TREKker

It all comes down to personal preference IMO.

Well, I would hope so. :p
06/15/2010, 09:30 AM
PittVXr

Quote:

Originally Posted by WormGod

I just installed a whole new frontal system including the Alpine SPR-17S component speakers. Can't recommend them enough. Quite affordable for a component kit and having already put them to the test, they perform VERY well.

http://i.testfreaks.co.uk/images/pro...17s.742794.jpg

Any modifications needed to get these to fit?
06/15/2010, 08:19 PM
psychos2

I would go with MB Quart. If you have never heard them find a shop near you that has them and have a listen.Best speakers I have ever heard. shawn
06/16/2010, 07:57 AM
WormGod

Quote:

Originally Posted by PittVXr

Any modifications needed to get these to fit?

For what I wanted to do, yes.

The front doors have a deep mount pod already in place. I dremeled the inner edges to a slight smooth bevel so the woofers fit flush in them. Nice and snug. Very minimal modding.

Also, mounted the tweets in the door trim by cutting a hole in the door panel. The stock tweet position is pretty worthless for a solid tweet upgrade. Modding only consisted of the hole in the door panel.

Very happy with the install and it's very clean and flush.