Does this seem like a good decision?
#1
Hi all, i've been browsing the forum for quite a while, i've learned alot of really useful stuff for some of the vets on here.
I recently purchased a 2004 Acura Tl with Navi package. It comes with a 6 speaker package, and has a tiny 8inch subwoofer mounted in the back, right underneath the rear windshield. The bass in my car is pretty bad, and when i do turn it up, the rear panel (holding the sub) shakes loudly.
What i want to do, is keep the head unit, and all the speakers (except the 8inch sub, which i will disable) and add and amp and some woofers in the trunk. I'm looking for some real good quality products, that will sound GREAT, deep bass, that i can push into a block party if i have to [img]smile.gif[/img] My budget is 1000 flat.
I spoke to some salespeople at a local car audio shop in Montreal, it seems like a great place. I was initially planning on getting atleast 2 subs (maybe 2 10’s or 2 12’s)
This is what the shop owner suggested:
Apline Amp: V-power amplifier. MRP M350, class D mono amp, 350W X 1RMS
Alpine Type R pre-loaded box: SBR 122CR 12 inch compound reflex Subwoofer system.
The price comes out to 1000plus tax, it seems a bit high to me. Am I getting a good deal? I want something that will sound amazing! Maybe someone could suggest another setup? Or do any of you know good places in Montreal that I should visit. Any help would be appreciated.
I recently purchased a 2004 Acura Tl with Navi package. It comes with a 6 speaker package, and has a tiny 8inch subwoofer mounted in the back, right underneath the rear windshield. The bass in my car is pretty bad, and when i do turn it up, the rear panel (holding the sub) shakes loudly.
What i want to do, is keep the head unit, and all the speakers (except the 8inch sub, which i will disable) and add and amp and some woofers in the trunk. I'm looking for some real good quality products, that will sound GREAT, deep bass, that i can push into a block party if i have to [img]smile.gif[/img] My budget is 1000 flat.
I spoke to some salespeople at a local car audio shop in Montreal, it seems like a great place. I was initially planning on getting atleast 2 subs (maybe 2 10’s or 2 12’s)
This is what the shop owner suggested:
Apline Amp: V-power amplifier. MRP M350, class D mono amp, 350W X 1RMS
Alpine Type R pre-loaded box: SBR 122CR 12 inch compound reflex Subwoofer system.
The price comes out to 1000plus tax, it seems a bit high to me. Am I getting a good deal? I want something that will sound amazing! Maybe someone could suggest another setup? Or do any of you know good places in Montreal that I should visit. Any help would be appreciated.
#2
Hi:
I just checked www.lespacs.com under audio-visuel put in the word sub and came up with a bunch of adds for used stuff in Montreal. I would give this a try. This is the definitive website for used goods in Que.
Don't buy new - it's not worth it.
for example I picked this off of www.lespacs.com
Ensemble JBL (ampli, subs et boite)
Ville: st-eustache, Région: Laval
Pac #169986
Date: 04/12/2003
Tél: (450) 472-3160
Prix: 600 $
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Description
Amplificateur JBL power série BP300.1 300x1 watt rms. Deux subwoofer 10" série GT 1000 watt dans une boite fait sur mesure (flush) par des professionel. Deux moi d'usure, facture à l'appui. Valeur de 850$.
[ February 21, 2004, 09:30 PM: Message edited by: Dr. Guayo ]
I just checked www.lespacs.com under audio-visuel put in the word sub and came up with a bunch of adds for used stuff in Montreal. I would give this a try. This is the definitive website for used goods in Que.
Don't buy new - it's not worth it.
for example I picked this off of www.lespacs.com
Ensemble JBL (ampli, subs et boite)
Ville: st-eustache, Région: Laval
Pac #169986
Date: 04/12/2003
Tél: (450) 472-3160
Prix: 600 $
a
Description
Amplificateur JBL power série BP300.1 300x1 watt rms. Deux subwoofer 10" série GT 1000 watt dans une boite fait sur mesure (flush) par des professionel. Deux moi d'usure, facture à l'appui. Valeur de 850$.
[ February 21, 2004, 09:30 PM: Message edited by: Dr. Guayo ]
#4
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Buying used can be a bargian, but there will be no warranties, obviously buying new can be worth it.
Anyways that does seem a bit high for that product, right now alot of shops should be clearing out last years product and you should be able to find some better prices.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...d=&newdeptid=9
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...d=&newdeptid=9
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...d=&newdeptid=2
And about $70-$100 for install and you would be set.
So there is an example. You could find some less expensive stuff but this stuff would "push into a block party if i have to "
Anyways that does seem a bit high for that product, right now alot of shops should be clearing out last years product and you should be able to find some better prices.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...d=&newdeptid=9
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...d=&newdeptid=9
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...d=&newdeptid=2
And about $70-$100 for install and you would be set.
So there is an example. You could find some less expensive stuff but this stuff would "push into a block party if i have to "
#5
There are lots of options out there avaliable to you. The price for what was quoted does seem a bit high in my oppinion. The Alpine gear is good quality stuff, but there is better out there.
What sort of music do you listen to?
Is trunk space a concern?
Is the installation going to be done professionally, or will this be a DIY project?
What sort of music do you listen to?
Is trunk space a concern?
Is the installation going to be done professionally, or will this be a DIY project?
#7
Why not buy a used JBL BP1200.1... (you can pick that up for ~400-500CAD around here in Classifieds).
See if you can match that up with a supersub like an Inhuman, Brahma, or something from RE or something like that... (~$300-600... depending on if it's new or used)
Stick that into a ported box tuned low (which would cost $40 at most to build yourself)
See if you can match that up with a supersub like an Inhuman, Brahma, or something from RE or something like that... (~$300-600... depending on if it's new or used)
Stick that into a ported box tuned low (which would cost $40 at most to build yourself)
#9
Thanks for all the advice guys, I will start looking to buy some used equipement.
Lemonlime: I listen to mostly hiphop and reggae, trunk space is a concern, but i'm really hoping to get deep rich bass, without rattling my whole car.
I'll also take a look at that JBL amp. The installation has to be flawless, as this is a company car, and i will have to give it back in 3 years. So i will have a professional installation done.
BTW, how much would a typical installation of this type be?
thanks again for all the help.
Lemonlime: I listen to mostly hiphop and reggae, trunk space is a concern, but i'm really hoping to get deep rich bass, without rattling my whole car.
I'll also take a look at that JBL amp. The installation has to be flawless, as this is a company car, and i will have to give it back in 3 years. So i will have a professional installation done.
BTW, how much would a typical installation of this type be?
thanks again for all the help.
#10
Originally posted by phrenetic:
without rattling my whole car.
without rattling my whole car.