I am looking into upgrading my head unit and components for SQ, I currently run a kenwood deck, not sure of model number off top of head but basic with a sub control and separate rca outs. I run a 4 channel arc audio fd 1450 for my fronts and my back component 6x9's I am looking to upgrade from my current fronts fronts to something that can take more power as my currents ones only run at about 60 watts rms. I was thinking of DLS Ultimate UP5i - 2-way component, or something focal or other dls component.. any thoughts.. also i have only ever had 2 basic kenwood decks, not to sure what i should get any suggestions ?

 

4 way processor. alpine 701 is common. start with that and you can keep your other stuff until you get a handle on tuning. then skies the limit. dont get hung up on equipment.

 

Pm Fozzz he lives in your area. He can help you out.

 

go with the pioneer dex-p99rs and then sorce out a pair of pioneer ts-m101prs mids..

 

If you want the best currently available, I would agree on the Pioneer P99 or waiting for the new Alpine DVD/H800 processor combo. One is around $1k and the other will be around $2k, so not cheap.

People can get expensive when throwing suggestions out and "spending other people's money". I would suggest you maybe put up your budget for these items and what your goals are (neither processer is worth the money if you don't want to run a 4-way setup).

Note: 4-way = Tweeter/Midrange/Midbass/Sub

 

I would disagree with this a little. 2way front stage can work very well, and
is often easier to tune. It comes down to your taste and budget.
If you want new gear the Pioneer already suggested is a nice all in one piece. If your ok with used gear, the H701 works great for me.

 

I also live in your area.. What's your budget? Car? Size of comps you can fit. Your going to be running the arc amp to them? I would bridge that amp and run just a front stage instead of the rears.. Especially to get more power to the components that u pick up.

 

I'm not sure what is there to disagree with? It may be in the way I worded my post, but I am saying that when asking for the "best" you will get the responses posted above. However, MANY times the "best" buys features that somebody might not need (i.e. 4-way active capability when the user only needs 3-way, or doesn't want to go active at all).

To the OP, again, the best route to go when asking for advice is to very specifically list your goals and your budget. It will help in getting accurate feedback.