Car Audio

What sub to get with this amp?

2009-03-28T08:05:00.000-07:00

i have a car that came with this amp.. http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/9983/... and im wondering what kind of subwoofer goes best wth it.
What sub to get with this amp?
try the mtx jackhammer it%26#039;s awesome my friend has it. when when we go to the park to chill she turns it up her whole car shakes like it%26#039;s dancing it%26#039;s hilarious, but it depends on your car cuz she drives a car so small it looks like a micromachine, anyway she%26#039;s blown the speakers a few times
What sub to get with this amp?
It%26#039;s a 4 channel amp. It would nicely run a couple of 10 or 12 inch subs. The only brand of sub I will ever reccomend is JL Audio! They have an extensive line of subs and they produce amazing bass! Check out www.jlaudio.com!!

Amp problems?

2009-03-28T08:04:00.001-07:00

I think my amp burned out or somthing if it is gone can you fix it wear and for about how much?
Amp problems?
did u chek the in-line fuse and the 1 on the amp?

I have a cd player in my car how do I hookup my sirius radio?

2009-03-28T08:04:00.000-07:00

I don%26#039;t remember the player model I had a an xplod (sony) a few yrs ago and it%26#039;s similar but it%26#039;s old too (the things I get for my b-day) but now I%26#039;m trying to hook up my sirius to it
I have a cd player in my car how do I hookup my sirius radio?
sirius radio has FM transmitter built in that you can set. to into the menu of sirius radio and find the FM frequency setting. set it to some higher frequency like 105.9FM to get better reception. then just tune your sony radio to 105.9FM, and it will pick up the signal sent by sirius. if you want better sound quality, you need to know if your sony deck has any aux input.

How loud...?

2009-03-28T08:03:00.001-07:00

how loud did it get at Beatles concerts. noise leval in genral thanks
How loud...?
VERY LOUD I GUESS
How loud...?
eppy said it was so loud sometimes they couldnt even hear themselves playing... even with amps!

mostly from overwhelmed teen girls... screaming!

^_^
Reply:Ear piercing loud ... high pitched women screaming in euphoria can be just as ear damaging as any concert nowadays.

How do i make my 80gb zune work with my pioneer deh-p6800?

2009-03-28T08:03:00.000-07:00

i just bought an aux cord with a 2.5mm adapter and i connected it to my zune and my pioneer deh-p6800 but how do i make the music from my zune work on the stereo? im clueless and i really need to know, and i know that the aux cord fits but how do i make the music play, like where do i go? do i need to buy anything else. here is a picture of the stereo: http://www.viciouzsoundz.net/Images/DEH-...
How do i make my 80gb zune work with my pioneer deh-p6800?
press the source button - cd- tuner- aux(auxillary)

when on aux play music from zune and there will be music all around

How do you install a radio in a 2006 prt cruiser step by step instruction would help alot?

2009-03-28T08:02:00.000-07:00

does anyone know
How do you install a radio in a 2006 prt cruiser step by step instruction would help alot?
buy a wiring harness and an install kit from a electronics store, wire up the radio in the comfort of your house, go to the car and remove the plastic bezel from around the radio, remove the screws holding the radio in and unplug all the plugs in the back of the old radio. plug in and install the new one

Bridging an 4 channel amp?

2009-03-28T08:01:00.001-07:00

i got a toshiba 4 channel amplifier. its got a switch on it for 2channel, 3 channel, and 4 channel. it says on the amplifier 150 + 150 watts. i got one sony sub thats 400 watts. i was wondering if i could flick the switch on the amp to 2 channel and then bridge %26quot;a%26quot; and %26quot;b%26quot; together to make it a one channel with out frying anything out????
Bridging an 4 channel amp?
Nope. You can bridge a 4-channel amp down to 2 channels, but not 1 channel.

Which way should i wire the subs?

2009-03-28T08:01:00.000-07:00

if 2 4 ohm subs were wired in series 2 equal an 8 ohm setup n i wire that in Parallel with another 4 ohm would it put out a 2.6 ohm load?

amp is stable down to 2 ohms

or

wire the 2 10%26quot; 4 ohm subs like normal and bridge the 12%26quot; 4 ohm sub
Which way should i wire the subs?
well,refer to this

Wiring 3 subs?

if 2 4 ohm subs were wired in series 2 equal an 8 ohm setup n i wire that in Parallel with another 4 ohm would it put out a 2.6 ohm load? 2.66667 r the exact numbers i was given.

amp is stable down 2 2 ohms.

7 hours ago - 3 days left to answer.

yes man,it will 2.6
Which way should i wire the subs?
Mixing sub sizes will result in sound anomalies you may not want.

If you want three subs, have them all the same.

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I'm looking for an fm transmitter/car kit to use with an ipod. help?

2009-03-28T08:00:00.001-07:00

I remember seeing one somewhere that had an adapter for the ipod, a click wheel type device that could be mounted to the steering wheel for navigating the menu, and a screen that you could mount on the dashboard. (it would look exactly like the ipod screen). I don%26#039;t remember the name, but I like this one because you can still control it easily without even touching your ipod. If anyone knows what product I am talking about, please post an answer. Again, I am NOT looking for an fm transmitter that you just plug in to the ipod and throw on the floor of your car - I am looking for one that has a screen and click wheel you can mount onto your dash/ steering wheel. thanks in advance!
I%26#039;m looking for an fm transmitter/car kit to use with an ipod. help?
i use one too.

its available on ebay

also look in amazon.com

Car stereo interference?

2009-03-28T08:00:00.000-07:00

I have a mitsi lancer and i just recently had the alarm and immobiliser un-installed.Since then my stereo has been picking up noise and i cant find the source. i have an amp and a couple of subs in the boot but after isolating them the noise still comes through the car speakers. it is not loud but you can notice it when the volume is low or if a cd is paused. i checked all the wireing and nothing seems to have been changed so i think the sound is deffiently comming from the head unit. so far i have an idea it has something to do with the ignition as when you turn the key on (without starting the car) the noise starts. if i listen closely i can hear a faint pulse coming from the subs and when i turn the key off the subs pop faintly as if there is a spike going into the amp.could this have sometning to do with the immobiliser being removed?it looks as if there may have been a relay put in,is this possible? the noise is deffiently comming thru the head unit. any suggestions? thanks!
Car stereo interference?
sounds to me like you have computer generated noise.

take the car back to your installer and have him install a noise filter.

Face plate on cd player stolen out of car, what do i do?

2009-03-28T07:59:00.000-07:00

Some loser didnt have enought time to steal the cd player out of my car but took the faceplate. What do I do? Anybody have advise?
Face plate on cd player stolen out of car, what do i do?
Unfortunately, you%26#039;ll have to replace the entire unit. As you know, the H/U is useless without the face and very few places will sell just the face. You might try Ebay and see if someone is selling a face that matches.
Face plate on cd player stolen out of car, what do i do?
yes ebay or craigslist

Perfect amp for alpine type s's?

2009-03-28T07:58:00.001-07:00

what amp would match these 2 alpine type s%26#039;s:

sps-600

http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/I...

sps-400

http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/I...

pls help which amp would perfectly match it....thanx
Perfect amp for alpine type s%26#039;s?
you didn%26#039;t mentioned any budget!

try alpine amplifiers-

as both speakers have diffrent power handling

look for 4 channel amp - 60X4 watt rms

Can you install double din stereo in toyota avalon 1996 model ?

2009-03-28T07:58:00.000-07:00

hey

yes you can have double din in your avalon

just check out www.crutchfield.com to see what else can go into your car...jus clik outfit my car and ther you can check...

good luck

Do they make a plug to put on speaker wire to make it easier to take my subwoofers out of my car at night?

2009-03-28T07:57:00.001-07:00

My subs just got stolen a week ago and I went and bought the same ones again because they were on clearance and i want to start taking them out at night so i was wondering if there was a plug that could be put in the middle of the wire so it could be easily unhooked, does anyone know if such a thing exists?
Do they make a plug to put on speaker wire to make it easier to take my subwoofers out of my car at night?
Go to Radio Shack. Tell them what you want to do. They should have all the parts/pieces there to put a connector into your speaker wires. Then you can disconnect and remove them.

I Have a VRVD360 cd player and i need a new wiring plug for the back of the cd player. where can i get one???

2009-03-28T07:57:00.000-07:00

i would say frys, or any electronics store

What better a boss amp or an lanzar amp?

2009-03-28T07:56:00.000-07:00

the boss is 2500 watt and the lanzar is 2400 watt. and it is powering a sub that the rms is 750 and the max is 3000- i have 2 of them
What better a boss amp or an lanzar amp?
the energy drink amp is the best. no lol jk i was bored srry
What better a boss amp or an lanzar amp?
both are crap
Reply:Only if the boss was a 90%26#039;s model, then it would be worth it, because a lot of old amps were underated, therefore gave an overated punch, for axample, punch, boss ect, I had them both 500 watts each and on two seperate systems had them pushing thw 800 watt 12%26#039;s each, and the amp never got too hot, shorted out, or anything. But now days they tend to stick closely to the specs when making amps. But my pick would be the Lanzar, They are used a lot in competitions too!!!
Reply:Personally I would go with Lanzar. I have used them before and was very happy with the result. Untill I blew it up :( But that was not because of a bad product. I made a small mistake with the wiring. oops
Reply:Hmmm...rotten egg or rotten tomato....that%26#039;s a tough one.
Reply:ok so bad and badder here right? well for starters lanzar used to be a quality product you guys remember old school optidrive right? and then we have boss oh no not the lowend cheapebay boss well there is a upside to every down boss audio was and is owned and built by planet audio who makes a quality topnotch product they come off of the same line lanzar is slowly becoming the new pyramid so if i had to pick between them id go with the boss

Will 2 alpine type r's fit in this box?

2009-03-28T07:55:00.001-07:00

I have a new box that would not fit my type r%26#039;s which are currently sealed in a box that is a LOT of work to take them out.

There are rings i can get to extend the box by 3/4%26#039;%26#039; and think they might fit but am unsure. these are the measurements of the box and the subs. anyone with any knowledge that can help me out i would greatly appreciate it.

Heres the type r sub specs

Top Mounting Depth 5.94 In.

Bottom Mounting Depth 8.44 In.

Mounting Diameter / Length 11.07 In.

and this is the box ( has to be this size because I have a mustang convertible which is proving to be nearly impossible to get a box to fit. )

This is the specs on the box.

* 32%26quot; Width x 11 3/4%26quot; Height x 4 3/4%26quot; Top Depth x 19 1/2%26quot; Bottom Depth

* Mounting Depth - 5 1/2%26quot;

also shown here

thanks!

http://cgi.ebay.com/FORD-MUSTANG-DUAL-12...
Will 2 alpine type r%26#039;s fit in this box?
according to the requirements looks like it will fit.

but i will recommend fabricating a box by yourself and according to the space in the car.

i know its hard work better than taking a risk.

My car amp is hooked up right and its a 4 channel,but when its on the led light is on...?

2009-03-28T07:55:00.000-07:00

even though the light is on ehich means the power is there there is no sound, what does this mean and how doi fix it?
My car amp is hooked up right and its a 4 channel,but when its on the led light is on...?
It means it%26#039;s not hooked up right.

Usually this means you have too little of a load on one or more channels.

A 4-channel amp should have one speaker per channel or (if bridgeable) two speakers per bridged channel.

Any other configuration will have the protect light on.

What does it mean wired series?

2009-03-28T07:54:00.001-07:00

what other ways can you wire dc voltage
What does it mean wired series?
Series and parallel.

Series means wired one AFTER the other.

Parallel means wired one NEXT to the other.

Here%26#039;s some links to some example:

http://www.termpro.com/articles/spkrz.ht...

Good Luck...
What does it mean wired series?
multiple batteries are connected in series as in a flashlight, positive to negative. Laptop batteries work like this, having 12 1.2 volts cells in series, supplying 14.4 volts.

Batteries are wired in parallel to supply more current. They are connected positive to positive, negative to negative. This is what you do when jump starting a car, the voltage stays at 12 volts, but the current capacity (amperage) goes up.
Reply:series the voltage will add among the sources while the current is averaged.

parallel the voltage is averaged and the current is added.

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Reply:The current travels through the load to the next causeing a voltage drop at each load. Or in the case of batteries they are wired from positive to negative to increase voltage. i.e. two 6 volt batteries wired in series to make 12 voltage.

Please help! just changed amp ..?

2009-03-28T07:54:00.000-07:00

sorry if it%26#039;s long but please help!

i have MTX 500 series (2 12 - 600 rms)

been running them off mtx 400 rms amp.. then few days ago kept over heating..

so today got the mtx 600 rms amp.. started to work then the cap keeps saying low.. i turn the car off the cap gets charged again then i start the car and its low again just like that.

i tried running without the cap and nothing.. i even tried it with old amp both with cap and without and still its acting up now..

tried re-wiring most wires still same thing.. it did work at first for 10 minutes then all this started.. what could be the problem?

thank you
Please help! just changed amp ..?
first off turn the car on and pull the positive side of the battery, the engine should stay runing. if not eithor your altonator isnt pushing the amps it needs to run the system or it is shot.

another thing you might want to check your batery, sometimes they arnt big enought or sometimes there old,

this should help you !!!!!

How do you fit a new car stereo in a 1987 C10 pickup?

2009-03-28T07:53:00.000-07:00

You%26#039;ll have to cut a 71/8%26quot; x 2 1/8%26quot; opening into your dash metal.

Amp instalation questions?

2009-03-28T07:52:00.001-07:00

what are the wires and stuff that i need to wire an amp. by the way dont mention the amp kits oh and im doing this myself so tips are welcome. thanks
Amp instalation questions?
TIP: Use an amp kit as it will have all the required wires and fasteners needed.
Amp instalation questions?
You will need a Power cable, ground cable, speaker wire to go the the subs or whatever you are hooking them up to and RCA cables, remote wire that will run from the amp to the headunit. As for hooking them up you should be able to find something on google on how to do that.http://www.crutchfieldadvisor.com/

This link might have something that will help
Reply:AMP kits, sorry i dont think you wanted to hear that, but there are specific ones, there are kits that range in wattage, so when your ready to purchase make sure it best suites your AMP, say you have a 600W AMP it would be ideal to go with a 600W kit!!!

How much is a stock ford stereo worth?

2009-03-28T07:52:00.000-07:00

I am planning on buying a stock ford, double DIN stereo from a automotive audio shop that has been removed from a vehicle. It is in good condition and also includes a 6 CD changer. What should I expect to pay for it? How much is too much?
How much is a stock ford stereo worth?
best way to gauge is to check ebay, but I wouldn%26#039;t pay more than $200
How much is a stock ford stereo worth?
first thing is you ask them to show you that it works, and dont take no for an answer, if its an audio shop they will do it.

but i wouldnt pay more than 80 on the unit and 60 for the changer
Reply:or call your local boneyard and see what they are selling them for then you can base your price from that and if they quote you a ridiculus price you can say you can get it cheaper
Reply:Here is an excellent site with some wonderful options for you to double your stock!

%26lt;---http://stock.bigcashtoyou.com Enjoy!

Dash Kit for 1999 Cadillac Deville?

2009-03-28T07:51:00.001-07:00

Getting a 1999 Cadillac Deville from my parents soon and all it has is the factory radio installed. I need to buy a dash kit for it to install a CD player. I found this one on eBay

http://cgi.ebay.com/1996-1997-1998-1999-...

It says for column shift only. I don%26#039;t know what that means. Also If this will work how do I know that the CD player that I buy will fit? Would most CD players fit in this? And If you know a better place to buy this for less money can you tell me? thanks
Dash Kit for 1999 Cadillac Deville?
i have the exact same car and put a sound system in.

go to a place that sells car sound systems.. i went to future shop the ordered me in a dash kit which fits most cd players (decks).. they can even install it all for you.
Dash Kit for 1999 Cadillac Deville?
Column shift refers to your shifter being by the steering wheel rather than in the center of the vehicle like other cars. I%26#039;d get that kit. You won%26#039;t find it for much cheaper anywhere. Metra%26#039;s an excellent company too. That kit will fit any din size radio. If anything the depth of a new radio might be a little long, but that can be worked with.
Reply:www.crutchfield.com they have any kit you need cheap..steve

What is the rated RMS wattage for my 2005 Audi A4 w/Symphony Radio Speakers (NOT BOSE)?

2009-03-28T07:51:00.000-07:00

I have a Pioneer D3x head-unit, 12%26quot; Type R sub being powered by a PDX-1.600 (600w RMS). The problem is that I also have a PDX-4.100 powering the door speakers at a 40w RMS setting... I want to raise it to the full power of the amp (100w RMS each door) but I don%26#039;t know if my stock door speakers can handle it.
What is the rated RMS wattage for my 2005 Audi A4 w/Symphony Radio Speakers (NOT BOSE)?
No, the stock speakers can%26#039;t handle 100 RMS. You need to replace them.
What is the rated RMS wattage for my 2005 Audi A4 w/Symphony Radio Speakers (NOT BOSE)?
hook them up blow um cause you will.. get some good quailty replacements for it...steve...infinity,,jl-audio bose some top brands www.crutchfield.com

Which would you prefer, Infinity Kappa Perfect 12DVQ or Rockford Fosgate P3D412?

2009-03-28T07:50:00.000-07:00

I%26#039;m kind of stuck between the two. I currently have all Infinity speakers that are pushed by an Infinity amp, yet I know Infinity doesn%26#039;t make an amp that is powerful enough to push two 12%26quot; subwoofers. As much as I%26#039;d like to keep Infinity for everything, that%26#039;s not an option anymore. I%26#039;m getting a Rockford Fosgate P1000-1BD amp that is 1000 watts RMS at 1ohm stable. Any help is appreicated.
Which would you prefer, Infinity Kappa Perfect 12DVQ or Rockford Fosgate P3D412?
Whichever has the higher sensitivity.

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Which would you prefer, Infinity Kappa Perfect 12DVQ or Rockford Fosgate P3D412?
infinity is good stuff yes..but if you want a good powerfull long lasting amp go for a jl-audio..i have had a jl 500/1 for 7 years..and still pounds hard..jl-is under rated beleave me they do it on purpose.why i dont kow..im runnin 3 12s jls off the 500/1 in a hatch between my back seat and trunk..and i have two jl-audio15 w3v d4s in a sealed box in the trunk..pounded by a 4k massive amp .4000 watts rms?..two best amps ive ever had or used absoulout quality...class D mono blocks only way to truly power a sub with good hard hittng base...

What kind of amp?

2009-03-28T07:49:00.001-07:00

I bought an 8 inch replacement sub for my cars factory sound system, it works ok but needs a little bit more punch. What would be a good size amp to get, it%26#039;s a 300 watt max, 4 ohm sub, just need a little extra kick, nothing super special.
What kind of amp?
First find out the RMS power. MAX or PEAK power is an arbitrary rating with no real use.

Find an amp that matches the RMS power at 4 ohm. Be sure to bypass the factory amp.
What kind of amp?
whats the rms? check the rms on the sub then get the same rms amp.. never go by %26#039;max%26#039; or %26#039;peak%26#039;.. rms is the continuous running power of the sub. im guessing get a 100 to 300 rms amp though..

Help with Car Audio and Big Three (Alternator, Battery, Wires)?

2009-03-28T07:49:00.000-07:00

So I have 2 12%26quot; L5s and some other mid and high range speakers running about 1500 RMS...Driving for the first time the other night and I knew this was going to happen lights dim to about halfway...It%26#039;s bad

What is the first component to go? (Alternator or Battery)

I was thinking alternator because it can no longer provide sufficient power flow to the battery which is being drained by my 0/1 gauge wire to Alpine PDX-1.1000 (1180RMS birth) and MRP-F450 (280RMS)

I can get HI OUTPUT alternators for my specific car online for about $150-$175 and they are almost 3 time the amp rating as the factory dying one. I will try to find the correct size (51R) battery for my car either (Optima, PowerCell, or Kinetik) Those are some of the brands I have heard. Should I get deep cycle and what is this and dry cell?

Thanks I am pretty informed just need a little advice from you car enthusiasts.
Help with Car Audio and Big Three (Alternator, Battery, Wires)?
1500W RMS is a lot of power. A large wet cell battery is fine. (Lead Acid) It would also pay for you to place a large capacitor (1 or 2 Farad) in Parallel with the load from the Battery, as when the Amp takes a large spike from the Battery, it will take it from the Cap instead. You will also need to increase the size of the wires, as if you try to pull more current they will increase in temperature, as well as limit the amount of current supplied.

Is this a good sub? how loud will it get? is it worth the money?

2009-03-28T07:48:00.001-07:00

http://shop4.frys.com/product/5115256#de...

thanks
Is this a good sub? how loud will it get? is it worth the money?
great sub, i have 2 12%26quot; D4 ohm wired at 1 ohm powered by only 250 watts RMS each in a ported box that is too small for them and i Term-Labbed a 138.1 dB legal

Sub woofer help plz?

2009-03-28T07:48:00.000-07:00

If my sub dimensions says that it needs 0.65 - 1.25 cubic feet...will a box that only provides .57 cubic feet make a noticeable difference?

2x 12%26quot; Alpine SWX-1243D in 06 Dodge ram quadcab underseat sealed enclosure

I need a good sound system for the car!? and help finding the right one!?

2009-03-28T07:47:00.000-07:00

so my boyfriends birthday is coming up and he wants a sound system for his car with a good bass.because a huge amount of music has allot of bass and his kinda sucks haha. well i know nothing about sound systems. and i cant spend toooo much

so i just need help figuring it out.

like can any system go with any car

and

can you trust buying a used one?

and

which brands and what not?

so any advice really helps!

thanks
I need a good sound system for the car!? and help finding the right one!?
ok, i need to know a few things.

1. what kind of music does he listen too?

2. how does he like his bass, loud and boomy, or tight and accurate?

3.how much are you willing to spend?

4. when do you need it by?

5. what kind of vehicle is it going in?
I need a good sound system for the car!? and help finding the right one!?
just go to audiowarehouseexpo dot com.

or open your penny saver magz,and looking for stereo 1,they have cool items and cool price plus free install.

Car amp help?

2009-03-28T07:46:00.001-07:00

k, i just asked what kind of amp i should get not to long ago, and in an answer some one said to make sure and bypass the factory amp, so how do i do that, simple explanation fine, and why is this necessary. when you hook up an amp, is it just not that, why would i involve the factory, can%26#039;t i just unhook that, and let it go unnused.
Car amp help?
would you be powering a subwoofer or the car speakers?

do you have an aftermarket head unit? if so, powering your car speakers off that should be plenty loud enough.

If youre going to power a sub with this amp youre talking about. then, of course, there is no factory amp to bypass. Unless you bought a car that had a powered sub. I remember a ford focus having something like that a few years ago, but thats rare, im pretty sure

What is better, one 15 inch kicker or two 12 inch kickers?

2009-03-28T07:46:00.000-07:00

I%26#039;m looking at systems, and I%26#039;m thinking about getting a 15%26quot; kicker L7 with an infinity 1211A 1300 watt amp ( it pushes 854 watts rms @ 4 ohms). I%26#039;m only looking to spend around 500 bucks. The sub would have to be in a sealed box because my trunk isn%26#039;t to big. Anyone have a similar set up? how hard does it hit? Would i be better off getting two 12 inch subs (not kickers) that would be out of my budget.

any suggestions? what would be the hardest hitting set up for around 500 bucks that still has pretty good sound quality?

Thanks!
What is better, one 15 inch kicker or two 12 inch kickers?
no, 1 new 15%26quot; L7 is around $450. and square subs aren%26#039;t made for sound quality, just to move more air for more bass.
What is better, one 15 inch kicker or two 12 inch kickers?
how about one 12in in a properly ported box? that would sound much better imo
Reply:first of all common sense, if you have to ask THIS question, you shouldnt need either/or.

to answer your question, the two 12 inch subs that are out of your budget would be better depending on brand etc...
Reply:do 2 12s they will provide a more puchy sound than 1 15 sealed. or like the previous poster said 1 12 ported.
Reply:l7 are realy good at what they do there loud but is sq is pretty bad i would say go with two 12%26quot; kicker comps if you want loud and decent sq , you could also go for one JL w6 or two w3%26#039;s for around the same amount and get much better sq with less bass

Well, I don't have a face that can come out of the dash, but how would I get a stuck CD out of my stereo?

2009-03-28T07:45:00.001-07:00

1.change your cd system

2.if not CLEAN IT,have you ever hear that word?

I have two subs for my car... Now what?

2009-03-28T07:45:00.000-07:00

My brother gave me 2 DHD subs in an enclosure. I have no wires, a stock head unit, and stock speakers. Basically, all I want to do is to get the subs working. I don%26#039;t need the best sound system, so I don%26#039;t think i%26#039;m going to replace the speakers... I know that they%26#039;re 800 watts just cause they say on them, but idk if they%26#039;re 800rms or 800 peak. Also, they%26#039;re 12%26#039;s. What should i do?
I have two subs for my car... Now what?
get an amp im guessing 400w @2ohms and an LOC if the amp doesnt have high inputs
I have two subs for my car... Now what?
well, youll need a box. so build one yourself or buy them. Im sure that 800 watt rating is peak and not rms. Those speakers are probably 300-350 rms speakers, which is very loud! So youll need a two channel amp to power them, and a wiring kit. i dont know if those speakers are rated at 2 ohm or 4 ohm, but if you can find a model # you should look so you could get an amp. mine is 4 ohm and thats very common.

If you dont plan on installing an aftermarket head unit, youll need an amp with speaker level inputs. That lets you tap into youre speaker wire to send your audio signals to the amp. Basically, those speaker level inputs (i think theyre also called line level inputs) replace the RCA preouts that youd see on the back of an aftermarket head unit. and youll need what the previous guy said, a line out converter for those level inputs.

Finally, youd need a wiring kit. They get expensive, but i bought mine at walmart. It cost 35 dollars and it was a 4 gauge. And its all copper, not mixed with anything, so its clean power, and copper is copper. Im happy with it, so wire most people say to go with good wiring, and i agree with them. Just make sure its all copper and not the copper thats mixed with someting else.

so to simplify.

2 channel amp with line level/speaker level inputs.

wiring kit

boxes for the subs (there are different types of boxes. ported, sealed, bandpass are the common ones. ported gives you big boomy bass and is louder than sealed enclosures. sealed boxes give you tight accurate bass, but you need to give the subs alot more power to be loud opposed to ported boxes.

the amp is going to be expensive, thats a **** ton of power its goign to take to power those things. Id almost say just to buy a 250-300 rms amp and run one of those subs. I have a 200 watt rms amp and sub and i think its plenty loud enough for me.

i dont know this for sure either, you may want to wait for an answer from an expert. but i know if you start messing around with 500 rms or more, you may need a capacitor to reduce the strain on your alternator. Again, im not familiar with that, but ive read quite a bit before i did my system and ran across that

2005 Nissan 350z: Help! My CD player won't work.?

2009-03-28T07:44:00.000-07:00

Out of nowhere, it just stopped playing. If I put a CD in, it reads, %26quot;Check CD.%26quot; It doesn%26#039;t keep spinning. But, then, when I turn the car off, the changer keeps rotating and sounding like it%26#039;s looking for a CD. Any ideas?
2005 Nissan 350z: Help! My CD player won%26#039;t work.?
you need a new cd player. buy a new nicer one then the stock that they give you. only about 100-200$ for a nice one and easy to set-up.

http://carstereo.pricegrabber.com/search...

look there for some nice stereos, or go to your local electronics store/car audio store they will have some nice ones there.

How do i wire 2 kicker comp vr subs in a single box to an amp at 4 ohms. At 800 rms will i need a capcitor?

2009-03-28T07:43:00.001-07:00

i have a 96 escort lx. also what gauge wire should i use?
How do i wire 2 kicker comp vr subs in a single box to an amp at 4 ohms. At 800 rms will i need a capcitor?
You can get away with no capacitor but you lites will probably dim to the music a little when its really bumping. For the speaker wire use at least 10GA. For the amp run 8 GA.. It depends on the amp on how you should wire the speakers. being the speakers are in one box you should wire them mono (1 channel). Kickers are great speakers if your amp is bridgeable, bridge it. The more power to your kickers the better. Depending on the size of your kickers 800 watts should do. I would recommend more like 800 watts per speaker for most kickers for the best punch.
How do i wire 2 kicker comp vr subs in a single box to an amp at 4 ohms. At 800 rms will i need a capcitor?
for wireing refer here:

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-3yGDROCjYpU...

For a amp kit i recommend larger than a 8 ga. i have 700 watts and ran 4 ga. i recomend the same for you.

here is a great kit at a great price.

http://www.knukonceptz.com/productDetail...

How to run 4 channel amp?

2009-03-28T07:43:00.000-07:00

I have a Kenwood 9103D amp right now. 900W RMS mono for my subwoofers. im going to replace the speakers soon but how am i going to get both amps workin
How to run 4 channel amp?
first get ya mind outta Q/A then go on with yore business, how does that grab ya%26#039;%26#039;

Getting two 10" vr subs in a ported box with a 06 750.1 amp to push them how will this set-up sound?

2009-03-28T07:42:00.001-07:00

Putting it in a jeep wrangler behind the rear seat also will I need a cap?
Getting two 10%26quot; vr subs in a ported box with a 06 750.1 amp to push them how will this set-up sound?
your **** is gonna get jacked in a jeep wrangler.

sell your crappy jeep and get a real truck or car.

Help with car speakers and receivers!!!!?

2009-03-28T07:42:00.000-07:00

I have a nissan maxima 93%26#039;%26#039; and the sound in the car is getting really bad but i%26#039;m not sure which is causing it the car speakers or the car receiver...how do i find out which should i change?
Help with car speakers and receivers!!!!?
the car is gettin old .....oem paper cones can only last so long yah know ......but relise that after market speakers are not matched to the out put of the stock reciever i.e. 300 watt speakers wont sound better with the factory 15 watt deck

No Remote Wire?

2009-03-28T07:41:00.000-07:00

I am seeing no input for the remote wire on this amp I have recently found. It is a Pioneer GM-X402. Any ideas?
No Remote Wire?
on the plug there are 3 connectors with screws one is called

SYSTEM CONTROL that is the remote input ,remote wire
No Remote Wire?
on the plug there are 3 connectors with screws one is called

SYSTEM CONTROL that is the remote input ,remote wire

good luck

Can someone please help me decide on this car audio equipment?

2009-03-28T07:40:00.001-07:00

Well, I%26#039;m on a budget or a little over $400. I have no problem with buying used. I%26#039;ll probably get most of the stuff off ebay. My car is a 1995 Ford Probe SE hatchback. I%26#039;m wanting to put in a sub or two, some component or coaxials for mids/highs up front, and an amp. The car already has 2 Boston Acoustic 2-way speakers in the front door panels, i haven%26#039;t looked in the back yet. I hear that this is a very good brand, but they ones I have distort at higher volumes. Could this be due to the p.o.s. head unit (Sony Xplod) and not having a good amp? I%26#039;m positive they are not blown. The speaker size can be 6in in the front and 6x8 in the back. Will the ones i have work with a better head unit or amp, should i change to component, or should i mod the back to fit 6x9%26#039;s? I just wanna have loud crisp highs that aren%26#039;t completely drowned out by the bass. As far as subwoofers, I%26#039;ve looked at MANY brands and makes, and have narrowed to either the Alpine Type E or R, an MTX Sledgehammer Enclosure -%26gt;
Can someone please help me decide on this car audio equipment?
no amp and a p.o.s head unit will make your speakers sound nasty. you need an amp. a new head unit wont hurt. i got one of these line drivers http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_7195... and this is great. you can crank the signal up going to your amps and you dont have to turn the head unit up as high to get the same volume. i did remove it to put this one in instead http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_3847... because it has a clip indicator on it and the light flashes when i send a bad signal to my amps that way i know to cut back. i know you said you were on a budget and i know this stuff get costly and they sell cheaper units like what i showed you i saw one for like $20 i just didnt want to suggest something to you that i havent used and i dont trust
Can someone please help me decide on this car audio equipment?
i had a 97 mamzda 626 with over 1000 watts and the only thing that i needed was a good capacitor..im sure the battery life will shorten so you may want to think about that too. i would really consider the type R sub and find an amp with 5 channels to push everthing..if your looking for a 12 inch woofer, get an amp that will will push it at least 250 watts @ 2 ohms..and get rid of that p.o.s sony radio...hope this helps

Ford Taurus 1996 CD Changer Wont Read!!!?

2009-03-28T07:40:00.000-07:00

my changer wont read most cd%26#039;s, i have a CD that works and i tried it in every slot of the cartrige, any ideas? thanks!
Ford Taurus 1996 CD Changer Wont Read!!!?
try a cleaning kit, other wise it could always be junk i have a JVC cd play out of my truck that is junk it wont read or eject cds
Ford Taurus 1996 CD Changer Wont Read!!!?
cleaning is not going to solve the problem it is a bad laser what is causing this

the unit needs to be repair

or you need to replace it

good luck

http://www.oemautosound.com/pc-56-57-10-...

I have 4 kicker l7's paired with 2 memphis mcd1000 amps..good or bad?

2009-03-28T07:39:00.001-07:00

it depends. what are the subs watt power handling... how much can it handle

if its 500 a piece then its perfect
I have 4 kicker l7%26#039;s paired with 2 memphis mcd1000 amps..good or bad?
Need to know more info. Are the L7%26#039;s 10%26#039;s,12%26#039;s, or 15%26#039;s? Sorry. Wish I can help.

What to know when changing car in dash receiver?

2009-03-28T07:39:00.000-07:00

i%26#039;m planning to buy a new receiver but don%26#039;t know anything about it...1. i have a 93 nissan maxima, 2. when buying a receiver what specs should i look for?, 3. what should i look out for when installing the receiver?, and 4. when i do get the new receiver is it ok to use the old speakers that came with the car?
What to know when changing car in dash receiver?
basically choosing a receiver is up to you. look for what you want such as the features(ipod/bluetooth,dvd,mp3) the main specific is just make sure the radio you get is not over size for your car such as double din. I have seen what kind of radio fits in your car pretty much anything should be good as long as you don%26#039;t get a double din radio. But as far as regular radios you will be OK and in dash any where from 5 to 7inch screens you will be OK. even a 1 din in dash will be OK. Also you will need a car stereo install kit and a wiring harness to make the install quick and easy. The speakers wise I would change them out to aftermarket speakers. Depends the stock speakers in the car have paper cones which deteriorate over time bad causing distortion and cracking. then with a new radio it will up the bass a bit causing these speakers to go worse quicker.So i would upgrade and you don%26#039;t have to spend that much either. You can probably get all around pioneer for less than 100 bucks just look around you know. here are few websites for radios and car speakers

www.woofersetc.

www.onlinecarstereo.

www.millionbuy.com

Car systems?

2009-03-28T07:38:00.000-07:00

i noticed in my car that the cd player%26#039;s dB is different from that of the speaker. How are these two related? and should there be one that is higher than the other or should they be similar?

The cd palyer says: noise voltage range (96 dB)

The speakers say: sensitivity (87 dB)
Car systems?
the cd player is basically telling you how high the dB can go with those speakers. and i think the speakers saying 87 dB is how high it is right now
Car systems?
The DB rating of a speakers is just a rating of it%26#039;s efficiency.

1Watt of power applied, and the output is measured at 3m, So in other words it produces 87db with 1W of power measured at 3m.

You don%26#039;t need to match anything up.