Lookin into making a New System

[PaulD]

I am using the CDT HD-52's in the kicks and a 8W3 sub in each door. I just put a set of image tweets in the dash. It sounds really good, just needs some more tuning. The rest of the sytem is an EQ, a CD player and a 4 channel amp w/xover. A VERY simple system.

We used to have a (derogoratory) term for guys like NAVY IC .... we called them blank check competitors. Sadly enough, they would win (buy) an IASCA comp solely based on the install - but the DIY'ers would most often beat them handily in the SQ portion. Even the judges had to laugh at them behind their backs. This is why I compete in MECA - only my SQ is judged - so if you beat me, I will congratulate on a great sounding car,

[Chevy4life1985]

I was looking at CDT. To much money. I mean money isnt the problem but i just cant justify spening that much money on my audio. Im spending about 3G's if not more. I decided on a Diamond Audio Sub (TDX12D4) its a 3000 Watt sub with 1500 Watt RMS (so it claims. Which is more than enough for me anyways.) I wanted to get a Diamond Audio 1200.1 Amp. I was also thinking of Phoenix Gold Ti5Elite Componets in the Front and OZ Audio Components in the Rear with a JL Audio 300-4 Amp. And i already ordered a Pioneer AVIC-D2 Head Unit (If you guys think i should get something else for a head unit PLEASE say so. I can always bring it back) What do u guys think? Any tips/hints/advice would be greatly appreciated.

[alphalanos]

CDT is pretty much a bargain for what you get. It seems youre more into SPL though with all the wattage youre throwing at the substage. Good luck.

[AndonD454]

the thing that sticks out to me most is the PG components.. dont get me wrong theyre not that bad.. but i think when youre lookign into spending a few grand, you will be better off spending a good amount on your front speakers. cdt isnt bad, you would be surprised how cheap some of their stuff can be found for if you know where to look too

but more importantly, check out morel, focal, rainbow, and even others liek boston, jl, some mb quart, diamond, adire, ascendant, re the list goes on.

im too lazy to look up the head unit since i dont know pioneers by model number really..

all this stuff really depends on how much you care abotu sound quality though. if its a BIG concern, your list may need to change actually quite a bit from where its at now.

[NAVY IC]

Originally Posted by Chevy4life1985

I was looking at CDT. To much money. I mean money isn't the problem but i just cant justify spening that much money on my audio. I'm spending about 3G's if not more. I decided on a Diamond Audio Sub (TDX12D4) its a 3000 Watt sub with 1500 Watt RMS (so it claims. Which is more than enough for me anyways.) I wanted to get a Diamond Audio 1200.1 Amp. I was also thinking of Phoenix Gold Ti5Elite Componets in the Front and OZ Audio Components in the Rear with a JL Audio 300-4 Amp. And i already ordered a Pioneer AVIC-D2 Head Unit (If you guys think i should get something else for a head unit PLEASE say so. I can always bring it back) What do u guys think? Any tips/hints/advice would be greatly appreciated.

One of the reasons I'm waiting for the last minute to swap out my HU for the AVIC is because the ChEng back on the yacht got one. I was tweaking his system for him and realized, audio wise, my 7800 has more features.
The Nav side is all that especially with the real time XM nav-traffic, I work on the second largest base in the world, so you can imagine what rush hour is like. But it's still going to be a long kiss goodnight for my old faithful.





Hey JUNKTITLEGOLF,
Next year I'm taking my family of five to meet their grandparents.
With plane tickets at 5G's each, I can only hope that "vacation" will come in under $20K.
The rewards of working and saving longer than most of you been born

[Chevy4life1985]

I was looking at CDT. The cheapest I found any of their componet sets for was $289.00 http://www.cdtaudio.com/classic2000MidDriv.htm . Anyways is I know that isnt their best one but is it better than the Phoenix Gold Ti5Elite? If it is I will buy the CDT because they are close in Price ($249 vs $289) Also should I use CDT for all my components, both Front and Rear? As for the Sub is their something else you guys would recommend over the Diamond? I like alot of bass (Obviously, you dont get a 3000 Watt Sub if you dont like bass LOL) Again any advice is appreciated. I know this might get annoying but im new to the whole high end part of Audio ( Meaning Component Sets and High End subs and amps ETC, ETC.) Thanks for your patience.

[RickwithaTbird]

NAVY IC... I'm glad you enjoy car audio enough to spend 20 g's on it. That's flippin awesome. I'm not happy to hear that you're planning on using that car to beat other people who can't AFFORD to compete with you. If you like it so much, why don't you just get a magazine article to blow up the installers' spots, and then leave the real competitors alone?

There is always some way to justify a win, but where is the integrity? Maybe you could consider just being a team manager/ representative and actually place all the credit on the installers... I don't know what you plan on doing, and you don't even need to explain yourself to us, but consider that if you haven't already.

[NAVY IC]

it's funny how one thing leads to another on these forums

Originally Posted by RickwithaTbird

NAVY IC... I'm glad you enjoy car audio enough to spend 20 g's on it. That's flippin awesome.
I'm not happy to hear that you're planning on using that car to beat other people who can't AFFORD to compete with you.

CAN'T AFFORD IT....I live in San Diego, where the average price of a small two bedroom home is a half mil.
I plan on being competitive with the guys that's winning everything in SoCal.

If you like it so much, why don't you just get a magazine article to blow up the installers' spots, and then leave the real competitors alone?

No matter what level you compete, there's competition at every level...

There is always some way to justify a win, but where is the integrity?

To win any category, I'll need to beat the top dogs, (current winners). There'll be no need to justify wins that I earn.

Maybe you could consider just being a team manager/ representative and actually place all the credit on the installers...
I don't know what you plan on doing, and you don't even need to explain yourself to us, but consider that if you haven't already.

I don't know what your talking about, (team manager/representative).
Do I need to start a new thread to find out, or is asking right here good enuff.
It sounds interesting, can anybody tell more more about it...

[Chevy4life1985]

Why are you guys arguing? Let him do what he wants. For 2 reasons.
1. He can do whatever he feels. If he feels on using 20G's to build his system then let him. Hes worked hard for his money.
2. If wants to win competion's well then hell need to use that much money. And obviously PROFESSIONAL Installers would be able to do a better job than he might be able to do.
My point being leave the guy alone. I know im not a mod and will probably get reamed for this but i really dont care.

[NAVY IC]

I know these guys are just kids, and I shouldn't be arguing with 'em, but I love to argue, and they keep feeding me.

[pimprolla112]

NAVY IC im not going to agree or disagree with you because i wish i could drop a shit load of money on a project. While i wouldnt agree with JL everyone has there own thing. People looked at me like i was crazy when i started working on my blazer, i totaled everything up after the engine work, stereo, body work, iinterior and wheels and suspension i was looking at about 15k. So i forgot about it after i blew the rear now im working on a 90 accord with 2.3 turbo setup. But everyone has there own thing.

[CBFryman]

Originally Posted by NAVY IC

HERE'S AN IDEA/DIRECTION FOR YOU, THIS IS THE SYSTEM I'M GETTING BUILT INTO MY '99ACCORD....
INITIALLY THEY QUOTED ME @ AROUND $16K, BUT RIGHT NOW WE'RE ON PACE TO HIT THE $20G MARK.....
BUT THAT'S MOSTLY CUZ DESIGN CHANGES TO THE PAINT, INTERIOR, EXTERIOR + SOME PERFORMANCE UPGRADES

ANYWAY HERE'S A QUICK RUNDOWN OF MY AUDIO
EIGHT SETS OF JL AUDIO XR653 3 WAY COMPONETS (2 SETS IN ALL 4 DOORS)



POWERED BY 2 JL AUDIO 300/2 AMPS



TWO JL AUDIO 8W7's IN THE REAR DECK



POWERED BY TWO JL AUDIO 500/1 AMPS





TWO 13W7's IN A BOX THAT'S SEE-THRU FROM THE TRUNK AND INTERIOR



POWERED BY TWO 1000/1 AMPS




IM WAITING FOR THE LAST MINUTE TO SWAP OUT MY OLD FAITHFUL HU (PIONEER DEH7600) FOR THIS ONE.....

AVIC-Z1
In-Dash HDD Navigation and Multimedia AV Receiver with DVD





I'VE BEEN GETTING IT DONE IN STAGES, RIGHT NOW IT'S GETTING A BODYKIT, PAINT, AND SOME OF THE INTERIOR WORK DONE, (SEATS AND DASH)
IT'S NOT FOR EVERYBODY, BUT IT IS AN ANSWER TO YOUR QUESTION....

You, sir, are a fucking idiot.

1.) TURN THE GOD DERN CAPS OFF!

2.) JL audio amps are inefficent, so with all that power you would need one hell of an electrical system.

3.) The w7 series has been outcalsses on somany different levels by so many different speakers in today's audio world. Get over JL audio as the top dog.

4.) SQ would be horrible. 1 you put w7 8's on the rear deck then w7 13's in the trunk? not a good idea. Plus that is way too much bass for thoes componets.

Each individual's perfect system is 100% on what they want and what car they are driving. On top of that there is no such thing as a pefect system. Trust me, ask any SQ or SPL compeditor or true audiophile.

[Chevy4life1985]

I wasnt saying like perfect system as in perfect system. I was saying perfect system as in what is your idea of a perfect system.

[NAVY IC]

Originally Posted by CBFryman

You, sir, are a fucking idiot.

1.) TURN THE GOD DERN CAPS OFF!

2.) JL audio amps are inefficent, so with all that power you would need one hell of an electrical system.

3.) The w7 series has been outcalsses on somany different levels by so many different speakers in today's audio world. Get over JL audio as the top dog.

4.) SQ would be horrible. 1 you put w7 8's on the rear deck then w7 13's in the trunk? not a good idea. Plus that is way too much bass for thoes componets.

Each individual's perfect system is 100% on what they want and what car they are driving. On top of that there is no such thing as a pefect system. Trust me, ask any SQ or SPL compeditor or true audiophile.

see what I mean, they keep feeding me, (you sir are a f?cking idiot).
I gotta go right now, but the empire will strike back.

[CBFryman]

Feeding you? JL audio is for, like paul said, blank check compeditors/teeanagers.

Open your eyes to efficent and clean power.