Pioneer system - you choose.

[randalln]

Setup 1 or 2 people? And why?

Hey guys I'm putting a pioneer system into my DC5 but I want your opinions on what setup I should pick.

Basically the difference is very average speakers + sub & monoblock **OR** good speakers + good amp.


Setup 1. The Woofer

• Pioneer FH-P8000BT Double Din $457
• Pioneer TS-G1642R Car Speakers (6" 160 Watt Fronts + Rears) $105
  http://www.ryda.com.au/Pioneer-TS-G1...p/tsg1642r.htm
• Pioneer TS-W307D4 Subwoofer Boxed (1200 Watt) $227
  http://www.ryda.com.au/Pioneer-TS-W3...p/tsw307d4.htm
• Pioneer GM-D7400M Mono Car Amplifier (800 Watt) $214
  http://www.ryda.com.au/Pioneer-GM-D7...p/gmd7400m.htm

Total: $1003

Setup 1 missing:

Speaker amp
Tweeters


Setup 2. The Quality Speakers

• Pioneer FH-P8000BT Double Din $457
• Pioneer TS-A1702C Car Speakers 6.75" 270W (Component Fronts)
  http://www.ryda.com.au/Pioneer-TS-A1...p/tsa1702c.htm
• Pioneer TS-D1602R Car Speakers 6.5" 260W (Rears) $230
  http://www.ryda.com.au/Pioneer-TS-D1...p/tsd1602r.htm
• Pioneer GM-6300F Amp 4x120W
  http://www.pioneer.eu/eur/products/2...00F/specs.html

Setup 2 missing:

Subwoofer

Total: $1067


Or if you recommend another setup please post it.

I'm looking for bass + treble clarity, setup 1 will produce plenty of bass of course because of the subwoofer but I'm wondering what kind of bass will I get out of setup 2?

If you check out setup 2's speakers you will see they're of good quality compared to setup 1's entry level speakers.

Any opinions appreciated.

[aka_NSX]

I rather get Focal 165A1 for speaker and JL Audio 12W1 for subwoofer, for Amp if you can get this Focal Solid4 its much better Amp but you can't buy the Headunit after that unless if you want to put a lil bit extra $ on your budget anyway if you need more information on prices please PM me

[randalln]

Thanks NSX

Seems like good quality speakers however they're abit pricey, my budget sits at around $1200 - but I try to stay well under it - I can't go over it at all.

[curtis265]

IMO i'd rather have a sub - the kick frmo a sub is good fun, and average speakers should be good enough for the higher ranges.. I just like having subs though, so i'm a tad baised toward them. (good if you want to show off)

[randalln]

I take it you pick setup 1.

Biased - don't worry so am I, that's why I'm unsure on which way I should go because I had a sub + mono in my previous car and it pumped.

I just don't know how good setup 2 speakers bass will sound. Will it even compare to a sub?

[Mr_will]

i have only two speakers and a sub in my car, and I much prefer it to four speakers and no sub.

[zeus_civic]

Setup 1, lacks a good pair of splits.
Setup 2, lacks a subwoofer. Also there's no need to spend $200+ on a pair of rears.
IMO I would just take Setup 2, swap the rears for the 307 Sub in a box. They are similar priced and I would take a sub any day over 2 expensive coaxial speakers for bass. Just bridge your amp's Channel 3+4 for the sub/ Then the setup should produce better sound then either of your listed setup.

Go to your local JB and I believe you should be able to get a better pricing then you compiled. Also don't forget to factor in $70-100 for a 4 channel amp wiring kit as well. .....and if you happen to have money left over, doesn't hurt to get some sound deadening for those DC5 doors.

Hope this helps

[rahul]

why dont you consider this setup...

HU - $457
front splits - focal 165A1 $329 (AUS)

leave stock rears + run them off your HU (trust me, that'll all you'll need for rears)

4 ch amp, one you can bridge ch 3/4 for sub like alpine mrv 345 or the bigger 545. not sure if you can still find them, but if you can..they're perfect for your application

sub (if you are considering system 2 with out a sub, why dont you go for a 10in sub. It'll cost you less and should provide more than enough everyday bass for your car) -
JL Audio 10W1V24 10" Subwoofer $192 for ryda

like aka_nsx said try to get splits from dedicated speaker manufactures..they may cost you a bit more initially but they're well worth it.

the website states rrp. you can usually knock 10% off from audio retailers, possible more.

[randalln]

Thanks mate, your the second guy who recommended the JL sub - are they that good?

[rahul]

yea. they've good sq. i think jb have them in box+sub package...worth looking into it.
of course they are better subs out there but they cost $$$ too.
in your case i think it would be a good choice over the pioneer sub.

[Tw-38]

Head unit: Pioneer FH-P8000BT Double Din $457
front speaker+split: Clarion SRP1620M 6" Split System $175.95
10" sub: Clarion SRW1051 10" Subwoofer $89.95
10" box in audio shop, less than $50
4 channel amp, 1/2 for front speakers, 3/4 brideged for sub: Clarion APX4361 4 Channel Car Amplifier $300

All kits ready price: $1072.9
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Amp wiring kit + fuses: $100 (would be cheaper if you find in your local store)
Installation: $350

Total cost when you can enjoy the melody, $1522.90 (hiden cost would be much higher but if you can install by yourself, you save a lot)

btw, you can try other double din headunit and lower the cost because the price is bit too high for pioneer. But if you like the style, oh well..

[keniirox]

i rkn get the sub, gives more , then the 6" , if u were to get something without a sub u`ll need a 6x9 or so , or even check out www.mobileelectronics.com most help u can get is from them