sentinel

Hello, everyone.

I am replacing the stock Bose system in a 2008 350Z. I already have the HU installed (Sony XAV-AX100), and need help with the rest:

• Amplifier: Kenwood X801-5. I have limited amount of space (under the large glove box behind the passenger's seat).
• Subwoofer: JL Audio 10W0v3-4 in a custom 26-liter enclosure behind the driver's seat.
• Front: Hertz DSK 165.3 components going to the stock locations (in the doors).
• Rear: Hertz DCX 165.3 rear speakers (stock location just behind the head rests).

My goal is to have a decent sound system. I don't need much volume, just better sound quality. Also, car is really small on the inside.

1. Does that setup make sense, or am I making a silly mistake?
2. Are these components good in their class (price/value), or can I do better?
3. I have read good reviews of the Hertz overall, but I have also seen the occasional criticism, so I am wondering if these are good?

Any input is most appreciated. Thanks!

Fathershelper

What is stumping you?

sentinel

I should have made that clear from the beginning.

My goal is to have a decent sound system. I don't need much volume, just better sound quality. Also, car is really small on the inside.

1. Does that setup make sense, or am I making a silly mistake?
2. Are these components good in their class (price/value), or can I do better?
3. I have read good reviews of the Hertz speakers overall, but I have also seen the occasional criticism, so I am wondering if these are good?

slovell1

This is what I did in the trunk of my 08 Infiniti G37 Coupe. Kept the oem HU and integrated the wiring with an AudioControl Matrix Plus.

Fathershelper

Looks good. How does it sound?

slovell1

Sounds good, I'm still tweaking the subs but overall it's strong and detailed. It's not going to win a beauty contest installed as it is but it's very functional as everything is right there in front of you. The oem HU has 24/96 Burr Brown dacs so it's a decent sounding HU, beats the Blose system hands down and it's still early days.

Fathershelper

I believe its a bose integrated HU ? J/K well congrats. I see you went with different components then mentioned before? Are those audiofrog subs?

slovell1

The oem HU was manufactured by Clarion. Dayton RSS265HO-44 10" subs wired for 4 ohms.

Fathershelper

No kidding Dayton... I was thinking of using some of there woofers on a home project. Whats your opinion of em so far?

slovell1

I like them, I've used them on several other projects. 91db sensitivity and they hit as hard as I'd ever want them to. Can't beat the price and the warranty.