DO's & DON'Ts - Picking Amazing Sounding Speakers!

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  • If you are looking to upgrade your car audio speakers to an aftermarket set you want to know the exact features to look for the get the best sound improvement and performance. But not only that, we want to make sure we pick the right speakers that match the install location in our vehicle and will make the most sense for our system goals. Speakers have a ton of different features so what matters most and what should we avoid? Let’s look at the Do’s and Don’t of choosing car audio speakers!
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  • @gregfathers5548
    @gregfathers5548 ปีที่แล้ว +492

    What I have learned in 30 years of messing with this stuff. Its easy to make it sound great in your driveway. Much harder to do at 70 MPH.

    • @jacobrzeszewski6527
      @jacobrzeszewski6527 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      Solution, drive 60 mph. Saves gas too. Lol, but yeah, I've experienced that too. It's always the low frequency noise that's hardest to get rid of too.

    • @weedshoes5089
      @weedshoes5089 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      You need a bmw 7 series or mercedes S class. 70, 110, 150mph all silent.

    • @majinbenproductions1038
      @majinbenproductions1038 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      You need a better deadening job lol

    • @majinbenproductions1038
      @majinbenproductions1038 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My back struts are garbage and there’s something rattling plastic to metal somewhere in the back, possibly rear deck. I constantly travel 70-75mph with a right door 6.5, and 2 6x9s rear deck lol not even my driver side 6.5 and windows down theyre screaming

    • @majinbenproductions1038
      @majinbenproductions1038 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      To add to this, it’s not loud enough to begin with

  • @GlycerinZ
    @GlycerinZ หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I never understood the point of amplifying speakers until i did it in 2018. What a difference. If you buy a sweet set speakers (and they're 50W RMS each) and hook them directly to the head unit, you are not only leaving performance on the table but you also probably won't feel impressed. Gotta buy a 2- or 4-channel amp to send them 50W instead of the 18W the head unit provides!

  • @dragan3290
    @dragan3290 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    A good amplifier is very important. Instantly SQ goes up. Excellent video as usual! Cheers from Australia 🙂

  • @fazzeg3
    @fazzeg3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Great knowledge once again, i used to run Jl audios c2’s when I was a teen, then moved on to ZR’s and now currently on with C5’s as I prefer the silk dome tweeter, all powered up with Jl audios HD600/4 with a W3 Subwoofer housed in a ported enclosure, from the UK 🇬🇧 faz, keep the great content up 😃

  • @DJDOUBLE077
    @DJDOUBLE077 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Mark knows his shit. A car audio enthusiast keeping it 💯 as usual. I like the attention to detail and fab techniques...keep it coming bro! Funny thing is, I thought this industry would inevitably be a thing of the past when I was young...but we continue to do what we do decades later...love it.

  • @emo65170.
    @emo65170. ปีที่แล้ว +123

    In my 20s I preferred the sound of a silk dome.tweeter (Boston Acoustics were my favorite), as metal tweeters sounded too harsh. Now in my 50s, my aging ears prefer the sound of a metal dome tweeter (Currently using Alpine).

    • @AbandonAllArt
      @AbandonAllArt ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thanks for sharing, I can't stand harsh noise so I'll be looking for some silk tweeters

    • @jeweldey3699
      @jeweldey3699 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I miss Boston Acoustic! Great sounding speakers I had a beautiful Boston Acoustic system in my 88 VW Cabriolet in the late 90's. 6.5 components in the doors, 5.25 coaxial in the rear sides and 2, 12's in a sealed box in the boot. One of the best sounding system I had in stalled. They stole the whole car : (

    • @emo65170.
      @emo65170. ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@jeweldey3699 Dang, that sux. That car would be a classic if you still had it today. I put Boston Rally components up front and Kicker 10s in the trunk of my 87 Pontiac Bonneville when I worked at Circuit City. I'd actually look forward to long drives. I wish Boston was still around.

    • @paperxchaserzpr0ductionz975
      @paperxchaserzpr0ductionz975 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I currently have 2 of the 5”x 7” s85’s and am trying to install in my Audi A5 unfortunately it’s a pain so you think it’d be worth putting them in boxes on rear deck? I really love the way boston acoustics sound I also have 2 g2’s for my other vehicle lol

    • @DJDOUBLE077
      @DJDOUBLE077 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bostons were amazing back in the day!

  • @brynjarh6618
    @brynjarh6618 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I finally understand the basics of car audio. Thanks for your videos mate!

  • @whatfreedom7
    @whatfreedom7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I knew a guy back in the 90’s. He was a friend of someone else really. We all go into the car audio store to check out the head units. He tells the employee I just want one with a lot of lights. The other guy and me just said dude are you serious and just died laughing.

  • @LostandFoundClassics
    @LostandFoundClassics ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Mark, this was very helpful and I was able to dial down to the exact speakers I need for my application thanks to this video.

  • @sydneydalpe7818
    @sydneydalpe7818 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hi, Thank you for making these informative vids. Do you have a tutorial on how to match the right subwoofer power according to the speaker power? Thank you for making these informative vids.

  • @heavychevy4616
    @heavychevy4616 ปีที่แล้ว

    always enjoy ur videos man. thank u

  • @davect01
    @davect01 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info as always

  • @luism.7668
    @luism.7668 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video ! Thank you for sharing this..👍🏽

  • @johnrackiewicz286
    @johnrackiewicz286 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Retired 30 plus year installer.MECP first class 1992, Master #10 1994. Great video... Good luck trying to find a great demo board these days, my massive MTI board was almost 20k in the 90"s, sold for it for 1000. mY BEST ADVICE would be to buy the most expensive JL AUDIO you can afford, and a real pro install them. I always made a wood mounting surface for door speakers, always...good luck

  • @Xx_xxx_xX185
    @Xx_xxx_xX185 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just did 300e worth of sound deadening, 200e front speakers, 110e rears, 200e 4channel AB- amp, 160e 500w @1ohm mono for a 12inc sealed sub(200e)...installed them all my self and sounds good for as cheap of an budget

  • @calabub456
    @calabub456 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you again brother you the man

  • @bwloawesome
    @bwloawesome ปีที่แล้ว +11

    A lot of good information. One thing that frustrates me, my doors have 6x9s and Crutchfield does not display a single one on their compatibility tool. For three years. I thought perhaps everything they have is deeper with a larger magnet or something like that. After searching forums for my vehicle many, many users have purchased 6 x 9s (many of those speakers from Crutchfield themselves) and everything drops in perfectly and sounds nice.

    • @slmngolf
      @slmngolf ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I found out Morel has a 6x9 option! Thinking about doing those in my F150.

    • @michaelw6481
      @michaelw6481 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Crutch field is way over priced. And my 05 f150 has 6x8’s not 6x9

  • @ArcMediaFilms
    @ArcMediaFilms 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video thanks 👍

  • @juliangutierrez7405
    @juliangutierrez7405 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can you make a video on wiring up a audio control epicenter and 2 amplifiers, I been needing a wire diagram on how to connect them all together

  • @mankneeca5803
    @mankneeca5803 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Man been watching you for at least 13 years and now I finally want to do a car solo. Might need your help I'll subscribe. Whatever it takes by the way I'm 56

  • @brandonboulton2776
    @brandonboulton2776 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just replaced my AM radio and single 4x6 speaker in my Japanese KEI truck with a new cheapo eBay Bluetooth AM/FM radio with a 50 watt full range 4x6. Sounds great. Cost me $46 total with shipping for both.

  • @thedalillama
    @thedalillama ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I wonder if version 3 of the speaker-aiming tool should include some adjustable feet for angle setting for pattern making.

  • @shredviix1663
    @shredviix1663 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome awesome video Mark. How you liking that home theater?

  • @davidhess3320
    @davidhess3320 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey mark, I got a question.... My truck comes factory with 4 speakers(2)1" tweeters, (2) 6.5" speakers). Crutchfeild recommended Rockford R165s components which has an acceptable power/sensitivity range within my likings. I have a single DVC 4ohm Alpine type R SWR1234d wired to bridge for 8ohms, sony xva64bt Power Output: 17 Watts RMS
    4 Ohms < 1% THD+N
    SN Ratio: 80 dBA
    (reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms)Outputs: Speaker outputs
    Speaker impedance: 4 - 8 ohms
    Maximum power output: 52 W × 4 (at 4 ohms) , I understand the tweeters have built in crossovers, would I still need to connect them to the speaker or can I hook them up to factory tweeter wires? Would the speaker have to much highs where maybe I should look at mid range speakers? My logic could be wrong but should I look for speakers and tweeter that are within 60wRMS/100wMAX currently I think 90ish DB seems comfortable to me. This is all confusing. Thank you and appreciate the help, knowledge and support you could throw my way.

  • @kennyholmgren4455
    @kennyholmgren4455 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My build plan rn is 6x9 jl audio c2 speakers in the front, 6-1/2 in jl audio c1 in the back running off an alpine r2 amp and a downfiring kicker L7T subwoofer with a kicker CXA 800 amp, I’m going for sound quality and good volume, what do you guys think?

  • @beekaye1496
    @beekaye1496 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use crutchfield for most of my purchases but one of my vehicles like the 2020 maxima, they don’t offer much for it but i found out like replacing 6X9 with 6.5 and 6.75 focal flax and found it work well. 3 way up front, Coaxial is rear with a Fiberglass sub

    • @leroycolejr2805
      @leroycolejr2805 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm with you on that. I have a 2013 Sentra my options are limited to

  • @dropzoneJustin
    @dropzoneJustin ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Crutchfield will tell you that certain speakers won’t fit your vehicle if they don’t carry the adapter ring. For instance, crutchfield said hardly any 6.5” speakers would fit the rear doors on my 4runner. I found an adapter ring somewhere else which gave me many more options for speakers.
    That being said, I still buy some things from crutchfield. Just be aware that you should do more research if crutchfield says something won’t fit/easily mount and it seems like it should.

    • @johncortez1599
      @johncortez1599 ปีที่แล้ว

      What year 4runner?

    • @drm9979
      @drm9979 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think it is more that Crutchfield only says something fits if it fits with no modifications or adaptors whatsoever. Even if they carry the adaptor their automated tool will say a speaker does not fit. They do this for the obvious reasons. I know in my car none of the speakers I have "fit" on the Crutchfield site, yet they all fit with easy adaptors or adjustments. I agree with your main point, many things fit whether Crutchfield says they do or not, just that I understand why crutchfield feels they have to do that. and yes, I like Crutchfield, they have good prices and are fair and honest.

  • @michaelgutierrez4723
    @michaelgutierrez4723 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you cover adding a amplifier and sub to a plug-in hybrid?

  • @kevinfeltis5310
    @kevinfeltis5310 ปีที่แล้ว

    What would your first and second choice be for adding a 3rd small 3.5 midrange to the K2 set for a dash speak to go with it. It is in a 22 f150 unleaded system.

  • @ThomasHermans007
    @ThomasHermans007 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would it be possible to install a small coaxial speaker in the factory tweeter location, and then installing a better woofer in the factory woofer location? The factory tweeter location is in the dashboard and not in the doors, the doors only have a 13cm/5inch woofer in them.

  • @Notpostinganything
    @Notpostinganything 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you. The video is very informative. What about impedance in Ohms?? I am using an android head unit which have speakers impedance 4-8 Ohms but the speakers I am interested in have 3 ohms. Will there be any problems?

  • @GuttaontheBeat
    @GuttaontheBeat 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I ordered some kappa 4x6 component speakers do you think I should use filtering capacitors/bass blockers on them for loud hip hop ? Dash speaker 98 lesabre 6x9 rear

  • @slntscpe
    @slntscpe ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello, so... component in front door and coaxial in rear doors?

  • @bklynbullet
    @bklynbullet ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man my 2018 raptor has the banger Oluson system in it, it is so nice and clean! Best sound I’ve heard but I know nothing about car audio, what would you recommend for my Silverado to try and match that sound of the B&O?

  • @voteholyk
    @voteholyk 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Something I never hear anyone talk about is preamps. If you are gonna run an amp, having a head unit with 7 volt preamps is gonna make a huge sound difference opposed to 1.5 volt preamps.

  • @davidperry4013
    @davidperry4013 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have sony mobile ES speakers and they sound amazing it is being powered by an XM GS4 amplifier. Wish I have waited for the Sony Mobile 3 ways for my fronts but, it's possible to still get an amazing sound with 2 way components in the front. However, the pioneer radio does not do it justice but, the sony mobile ES radio would elevate the sound quality even more.

  • @briankholiday
    @briankholiday ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got a 2022 VW Passat. Wanting to upgrade speakers but even crutchfield doesn't have the speaker size. I seen in this video that you was working on a Passat. What was the speaker size on that vehicle?

  • @alberttoros6749
    @alberttoros6749 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello there , i have a dodge charger 2010, the sound system of the car is stock and its amazing,, the speakers are boston acoustics 6x9, lately it started giving buzzing noise , so i have to replace them, ive tried many 6x9’z but no use the sound sucks big time, what do you recommend ?

  • @d4b4y4re4kid
    @d4b4y4re4kid ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you cover a bit about in line crossovers. Are they good? Bad? Benefits?

  • @lesklower7281
    @lesklower7281 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am upgraded the head unit in my 1997 toyota hilux sing cab ute l already have a kenwood pandora just the head unit and you have given me a lot to think about l got the head unit for nothing and l have only two places to put two 4 inch speakers because l don't want to put holes in my door cards so when l fit them l will be going to get the plug and a microphone for the blue tooth for my mobile phone l have learned a lot from this video thanks

  • @motoRA_
    @motoRA_ 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi there! Quick question.
    Can i replace my car's 4 ohm speakers with aftermarket 2 ohm speakers, but dedicated for my car? Im talking about Focal Inside. Thanks.

  • @zachtravers1
    @zachtravers1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm looking to replace my 2019 Fusion's Sony front door speakers as one of them is blown. I'm looking at a set of Infinity Reference 6.5" components but I really would prefer not to go the route of replacing the factory amp right now. With 93db sensitivity and 90 watts RMS, I think they would work well, at least I'm hoping so.

    • @RAW_Reality
      @RAW_Reality ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm assuming you're referring to the Reference 6532iX model, but with a sensitivity of 93db, they should be plenty bright and crisp, but don't expect them to "wow" you with how they sound until you're pushing them with closer to their RMS rating than you will be from a stock headunit... Brand name aside, there's a downpour of negative reviews on sites like Amazon on otherwise great speakers' pages from people who don't understand that concept because they've underpowered them and inherently whined about "their lack of performance". Don't be that guy. 😅
      But yeah, you'll likely enjoy the Infinity's product... I loved my Kappa 62iX's!

  • @ketillundsrensen6167
    @ketillundsrensen6167 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just got my 500$ worth of sound deadening and treatment. My car got so much road noise and after a quick investigation I understand why. No deadening in the doors and roof. So now I have to go over the hole care. It was not the plan but in these days we have now it's hard to finde a descent car to a decent price and I'm to cheap to just sell and buy something else.

  • @dancharron7098
    @dancharron7098 ปีที่แล้ว

    I been in many car events. And the only ones to beat en all was Memphis Audio. And it was so big that even the store employees came put to beg us to stop the show as inside the manicans were falling off the shelfs.... but only happened to the 2 10s Memphis mojo and the big bell amp. What did it beat? A Cady with 12 Kickers subs. And JBL show car with 6 subs in a honda. Then the Alpine van. Best part. The Cavalier with the Memphis Audio was only on the sound mats all the plastics off and back seat gone.

  • @manoloruizmendwz4226
    @manoloruizmendwz4226 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hola, Mark soy de México como puedo adquirir las plantillas que usás en tus proyectos

  • @jaredtown8947
    @jaredtown8947 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can never figure out if I need a midrange speaker. I want a set of component speakers, but then what covers that midrange?

  • @need100k
    @need100k ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have a Mercedes Metris cargo van, and in my opinion the factory speakers sound awesome. Absolutely no need for a sound upgrade, but.... one side is already rattling (torn paper I assume) and there are times when I'd like a little but more volume (but I can live with what I have). After doing considerable research, it seems that virtually any aftermarket option, including component speakers and better brand speakers, all have the same issue: weak bass. The factory speakers have a tiny little magnet and you're think they would sound as crappy as they look, but they really do have awesome bass using the factory head unit, which I don't want to replace. Yesterday I destroyed my one good speaker and installed a Pioneer TS-G1620F on one side and when I compare with the factory speaker, it's not even a close contest: the factory speaker sounds MUCH better, even though it's damaged. So am I stuck replacing with factory speakers? I don't want to waste money on good speakers only to get less sound.

    • @huntergregory6797
      @huntergregory6797 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You spent $60 on a speaker. That’s your problem my guy. A decent sounding speaker is going to be in the $150+ range - typically $300+ is where you find “premium” audio.

  • @gooberclese
    @gooberclese 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I ran into an issue doing the speakers in my 03 Cavalier. I bought a matched set from Sony . Front and rear. The reae 6x9s are perfect but the front door speakers are half as loud. I have to push the fader forward by half to balance the sound. Its driving me crazy.

  • @iluvj00
    @iluvj00 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there a way to put a subwoofer under the seats? I do not want to modify the space of my trunk. I have a Toyota Yaris and I just want to upgrade the current retail sound system to a better one, I don't want to win any competitions. I just want it to sound a bit more louder and clearer with bass.

  • @jaybrinkman2767
    @jaybrinkman2767 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Am installing a head unit 2 - 6.5 round speakers. Don’t want to cut holes yet. Will build a wooden box till interior redue

  • @anthonmyl
    @anthonmyl ปีที่แล้ว

    Grazie!

  • @ralphbeggie9928
    @ralphbeggie9928 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's a good sensitivity and RMS Range for car speakers?

  • @davidfromamerica1871
    @davidfromamerica1871 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Another option for “some” people and “some” vehicles. Have a audio installer build speaker cabinets from MDF board for your car speakers. This gives you a lot more options for types and sizes of speakers you want. Makes for easier install options. For instance if you have a older work car for your commute, put the speaker cabinets in the back seat. Years ago some people put home speakers in the back seat hooked up to the head unit. I had 10 inch woofer and tweeter home speakers in my work car. Worked great for me, I was rocking them..👍😎

    • @ekimandersom4478
      @ekimandersom4478 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Rear speakers are useless.
      Do you stand with your back to the stage at a concert?
      Sound should come from the front.

  • @fredericocorrea9814
    @fredericocorrea9814 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a 98 Honda Passport. It has front door speakers on the bottom front corner of the door. Them two more in the east of the truck at the very back top where the hinges for the glass meet the roof of the truck. I don't have speakers in the rear doors. I'd love some ideas to maximize the audio in this truck before i get all my noise insulating done. That way i can do it all at once. I wanted ideas on fabricating an enclosure for the back speakers to direct and refine the sound. Any ideas?

  • @gwp1ohio
    @gwp1ohio ปีที่แล้ว

    question I have a 1968 truck the driver door has a 6x9 hole and the passenger door has a 6" round hole?? what type of speakers would work to sound okay.

  • @MohamedAli-vj4ln
    @MohamedAli-vj4ln ปีที่แล้ว

    Can can you recommend. A straight edge router set from mobile solutions.

  • @Rickie-37
    @Rickie-37 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hey quick question. I was digging through my parts bins knowing I had a set of tweeters I could throw in my daily driver to do a quick cheap upgrade only to find that I wasn't careful enough and the plastic like dome is pushed in and now has a small dent. I tried using some tape to pull most of it out gently but its far from perfect. how big of a difference does that make?

  • @jk-lq2bw
    @jk-lq2bw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hey i need to know if having a 2 way speaker while also having a tweeter does this affects the sound quality

  • @consciouscool
    @consciouscool ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good video but we need a list of brands that were great but got assimilated and are still good and those that are crap. A rebrand list would be great too.

    • @drm9979
      @drm9979 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      All that you need to know is Focal and Morel. and JL subs.

    • @yan5362
      @yan5362 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really?? Infinity and hertz are shit then??

  • @felipeaguilar2505
    @felipeaguilar2505 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I need somebody in the San Gabriel valley California who can tune my system and has a good reputation doing so I’ve tried looking on line but can’t find anyone or place how can I find a reputable audio tuner?

  • @pilotmedic
    @pilotmedic ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't find what is the speaker arrangement for a Kia optima with infinity system. What kind of speaker I have in each position. Can you help? Thanks

  • @SH0RTY625
    @SH0RTY625 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    so I plan on doing three 3.5 inch tweeters under my dash to replaced factory speakers with two 6 inch speakers behind my seats to replace factory speakers and then I plan to have a sub in the far back of the car. Do I need to run all 5 speakers to an amplifier along with my sub? or do I only need the amplifier for the sub?

    • @Technotranceism
      @Technotranceism ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You might get away with only a single amplifier powering the sub, but it also depends how efficient the tweeters and 6 inch speakers are. 2 major factors come into play. 1 is that the majority of receivers don't have a lot of power output, so the tweeters and 6 inch speakers will not be receiving much. 2 is the now aplified sub, could begin to drown out the other speakers, either from just raw volume alone, or combined with polarity phasing. You can opt to make the amplified sub more timid thru various ways, which could help with the overwhelming volume difference, but it might still suffer some phasing. If money is tight, just pick at each area as you can, when you can. Ultimately you want to get to a point of having all the speakers externally amplified, and a quality DSP controlling the signal.

  • @CheaperEngineer
    @CheaperEngineer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any novel ideas for replacing Mark Levinson (8ohm) or Bose (2ohm) component speakers? Replacing with aftermarket 4ohm speakers would seem to risk both amplifier life and crossover points.

    • @mattb9664
      @mattb9664 ปีที่แล้ว

      For Lexus and Toyota JBL - you should stick with the JBL and Infinity speakers, sticking with 2 ohm speakers.

  • @Mark-wq1nh
    @Mark-wq1nh 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    For $300 from Crutchfield i just got all 6 speakers for my trunk and did go cheap on them

  • @brown55061
    @brown55061 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I really think the most important part of all of this is CLEAN POWER. If you buy something like a $150 jensen/boss/chinamart head unit even the best speakers will be junk. If you want the best sound, get a cheap lower wattage amp and power the speakers from that. This will even make junk paper speakers sound 25-40% better/clearer. You'd be surprised how amazing cheap speakers sound with clean amp power.

    • @jjay2650
      @jjay2650 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      finally somebody said it the most important thing is having a quality head unit then everything else follows

    • @WeiserMaster3
      @WeiserMaster3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      changed my head units from a mid range to a cheap "it works" and indeed, holy shit it sounds so bad now. Really, really bad. As if the speakers were faulty. But the head unit is just very bad. Also the antenna now is not receiving as well anymore lol.

    • @patriciosoirefman838
      @patriciosoirefman838 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How do I know how much power my stock head unit can handle?

  • @budjiman1
    @budjiman1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you do a jeep wrangler specific upgrade video? If you're willing. Thank you.

  • @RamandChevyOwner
    @RamandChevyOwner 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What’s better
    JBL
    Pioneer
    Kenwood
    I have a Chevy impala Ltz with the Bose sound system and I want even better bass.What option should I do

  • @cashtatum6158
    @cashtatum6158 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So if I want louder and good quality I go high RMS and high sensitivity? I have two 12” subs as well

  • @SupraLife420
    @SupraLife420 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i got a Question, when converting speaker sizes, for a 4x6 how do you going about changing it to 6x9, i cant find spacer adapters without cutting the frame and im not trying to do that and i dont want the round 6.5s

  • @jlaw430
    @jlaw430 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can a free air sub be that good? I know its not gonna bang like two 12" in a truck but i want to feel at least a little tumble in my chest when I turn it up

  • @kronosdarkangel5290
    @kronosdarkangel5290 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does 3.5" and 4" coaxial a mid ranger? or 4" can play lower frequency?

  • @King-qv1pd
    @King-qv1pd ปีที่แล้ว

    Any suggestions of really good quality brands?

  • @tylerrjohnson68
    @tylerrjohnson68 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    If the idea is to get better sound then you should probably change your head unit 1st
    A quality head unit with ample power will give you good sound from stock speakers
    Stock systems usually sound cruddy because they don't have enough power Or the quality Of after market units

    • @greg6162
      @greg6162 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, I’m learning that as I just bought a 2020 Honda CRV EX-L and the problem is it’s an infotainment system… so upgrading that will most likely mess up the electronics and sensors that’s tied into the car. I know Joy something makes a decent infotainment system but it’s finding someone to install it correctly and not take shortcuts

  • @0357predator
    @0357predator 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Which passive crossover capacitor do i need for the infinity 4032cfx (4inch) speaker?
    400V - 1.5UF capacitor is good?

  • @0932steve
    @0932steve 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My c2 speakers push out 60watts rms and my amp will be giving it 75 watts at 4 ohm, will the 15 watt difference damage the speaker?

  • @martinvargas4523
    @martinvargas4523 ปีที่แล้ว

    Used Crutchfield to replace my factory speakers in my '14 Lexus IS350 with Mark Levinson system. Used Rockford Fosgate Punch and Power series. Factory speakers were way louder. Smh. Now have to spend more to get them sound they way they should. Was told about $1,200 installed.

    • @gavinswearingen6492
      @gavinswearingen6492 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You didn't watch this video before you bought huh? Lol

  • @Itsyunlo
    @Itsyunlo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Opinions on the jbl club series ? 605sq

  • @alexcomella1640
    @alexcomella1640 ปีที่แล้ว

    What specs tells me what type of bass the speaker will produce

  • @filitamayo
    @filitamayo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What's your opinion on 12" ds18 shollows.

  • @abdullahz4804
    @abdullahz4804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So i recently bought 4" JBL for my rear doors, they are coaxial. Also 6.5" coaxial to replace my trunk subwoofers which i think i messed up on. Should i have had only gone for normal subs in the trunk?

    • @abdullahz4804
      @abdullahz4804 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have 6.5" pioneers in the front

    • @thegreenfrisbee
      @thegreenfrisbee ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely should’ve just gotten a subwoofer for the trunk. If it’s in a car where the trunk is closed off, the mid/top range of the speakers would be muffled anyways.

  • @stevegesell7433
    @stevegesell7433 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In my vehicle I’m just looking to upgrade my factory speakers and keep factory head unit the factory 3 1/2” speakers are rated at 8ohms and any replacements are are at 4ohms is there any way to remedy this or will it not hurt the 4ohm speaker to run at 8ohms?

    • @Technotranceism
      @Technotranceism ปีที่แล้ว

      Most 4 ohm speakers can handle 8 ohms, it's just can the receiver handle 4 ohms is the concern. There are companies who make aftermarket 3 1/2" 8 ohms speakers, just not a bunch of them.

  • @kirkmartin4005
    @kirkmartin4005 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a Lexus with a Mark Levinson amp and the speakers are 8 ohm do I need to stay with 8 ohm speakers.

  • @yesimraging
    @yesimraging ปีที่แล้ว

    Would be putting jbl all around the car a good idea?

  • @guyhouck6195
    @guyhouck6195 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What color are the rear speaker wires I have a 2021 colorado

  • @12day1
    @12day1 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's the best bass

  • @GeekCulture101
    @GeekCulture101 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What type of speaker / tweeters do recommend for the best clarity mostly listen to audio books. No after market amp and stock headunit 2018 honda civic hatchback sport touring

    • @caseyalexander2244
      @caseyalexander2244 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would just replace the factory tweeters with good aftermarket ones, assuming that your car has stock ones. If not, add some with the crossovers. Key word being ‘good’ aftermarket tweeters. Low end ones will hiss with nothing playing. I’d plan on spending upwards of $100. In my ‘12 CR-V before I finished my sound system I just replaced the stock tweeters. HUGE improvement and they brought the sound to life, night and day difference. And I just had some $10 cheap PowerAkoustik tweeters back then.

    • @osvaldosantos8670
      @osvaldosantos8670 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have a 2007 CRV. Want to replace factory front speakers. I want sound quality. Any recommendations?

  • @21Gannu
    @21Gannu 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what are my options for subaru 2024 crosstrek

  • @garyandersonsr8547
    @garyandersonsr8547 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    questions what are a good clear solid speaker for a old vehicle...2005 chevy tahoe..thank you

  • @DashCamSerbia
    @DashCamSerbia ปีที่แล้ว

    For a basic unit, for example 2x20W, what power of speakers shoud I choose? Or vice verse (for 20W speakers, should I coose a 20W unit or say 40W unit)? I am asking in regards to sound quality (for listening to musinc at lower volumes). For example, maybe a 20W audio unit will not sound very good with 20W speakers, because it is pushed to the max amplification. Or the speakers will not sound good at their max power. If you understand what I mean.

    • @maxl7827
      @maxl7827 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah choose maybe 30W speakers, doesn't really matter. Just don't go too high or it will be worse

    • @DashCamSerbia
      @DashCamSerbia ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maxl7827 Thanks.

  • @DeerbrookSouthernRR
    @DeerbrookSouthernRR ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok well here’s what I have. My car is a late 70s Pontiac and has only 3 speakers. 2 on the rear deck lid and 1 in the center of the top of the dash. All speakers are 6x9. So I’m assuming if you want the best possible sound out of that stock setup then all 3 should be 3 way speakers?

  • @robertdenaro3514
    @robertdenaro3514 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you put a aftermarket stereo system in a lease ? Does it void warranty , will the dealer charge for damage ?

    • @Technotranceism
      @Technotranceism ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It won't void anything, but remember you will have to put all of the original equipment back in before returning it, otherwise they will charge you for the repairs.

    • @robertdenaro3514
      @robertdenaro3514 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Technotranceism hi thank you for answering my question much Appreciated

  • @Ratbiker48
    @Ratbiker48 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm wanting to replace the old shit speakers in my 1994 Mustang GT Convertible wanting something where it has some bass along with having good high end. (Not wanting to run subwoofers in car) Focal? Hertz? Kicker?

  • @eivis13
    @eivis13 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Best speaker is a pizza box and neodymium phone speaker. It sound better than speakers for 15eur. Considering a pizza costs less you only need a neodymium speaker.
    Maybe a piezzo speaker would work as well. Haven't tried that one.

  • @713LiLman
    @713LiLman ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm looking for a great installer I live in DeRidder LA can you please help me build a sql sound system for my BMW activehybrid 5 series

  • @rynev3392
    @rynev3392 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m planning a stereo for a sedan with a 6 1/2 mid and a tweeter in the front doors and 6x9’s in the rear deck(99camry). I was told to just eliminate the 6x9’s and use the 4 channels of a JL audio vx1000/5i to run only the front speakers because I won’t really hear the rear speakers….. is that a good idea or keep the 6x9’s ?

    • @colinshrom3704
      @colinshrom3704 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely keep the 6x9’s they’ll add so much mid bass you’ll definitely miss the mid bass. Ether snip the tweeter wires do you don’t really have to hear them or add a crossover just buy a capacitor kit off eBay and find an online calculator for the low pass crossover

    • @colinshrom3704
      @colinshrom3704 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don’t just take my word though do your own research and do what’ll make you happy

    • @ryanfisher8563
      @ryanfisher8563 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's always worth putting more money into a front stage versus doing rear speakers. There's no real benefit of having rear speakers in a 2 channel system. Especially if you're doing a vxi.

    • @vongdong10
      @vongdong10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It depends how deep you want to go into good audio. If you don't want to play around with tuning then keep the front stage together (meaning keep the woofers and tweeter connected via crossover).

    • @kensmechanicalaffair
      @kensmechanicalaffair ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In the Sq community they usually dont use rear fill because it pulls the sound stage backwards.

  • @michaelw6481
    @michaelw6481 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The good thing about speakers is as long as the manufacturer is transparent about the specs you know exactly what you’re getting.
    I’ve got the cerwin vega v468 years ago when they were $75 a pair and now they’re $85 each 😮
    The best deal on the market right now is BZRK 6.5 for $40 a pair and they will compete with or surpass the flagships from major brands.

  • @caseyalexander2244
    @caseyalexander2244 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My personal philosophy is, if you have a stock head unit and just want more clarity and crispness or to bring your sound to life, start with replacing or adding good quality tweeters. Aftermarket performance speakers with stock radio power is almost never an upgrade. I’m all about keeping a factory radio and adding a 4-channel amplifier for speakers that are at or just below the RMS rating of an amplifier per channel. On the other hand, an aftermarket radio powering stock speakers usually rocks. This is because the factory speakers are made to do every job with low power. I’d rather overpower speakers than the opposite. If you aren’t looking for more power with a factory radio you can find cheap aftermarket speakers online that are made to replace the factory ones with the same low power rating, except better cones and surrounds to last longer.

  • @Kidneyspears
    @Kidneyspears หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Does anybody know an EU alternative site to crutchfield?

  • @mfjohnhillyard
    @mfjohnhillyard ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey mark, what is your opinion on skar audio products?

  • @apusista
    @apusista 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just tried 3 pairs of entry level ($80 - $100) component speakers (no names of course) and they all sounded poor. I have an under-seat Amp (70 x 4) and a very decent under-seat active Sub so there was no reason to not get great sound at that price, with those components. So I reverted to the factory coaxials and I couldn't believe the sound! So now I'm buying 2 pairs of decent ($80) Coaxials and it's probably going to sound great! This is all very subjective yes but it sounds waay better than Components in this price range. And there's all levels of Coaxials, so why not buy a great under-seat Amp and a really good under-seat Sub with 4 x high end Coaxials? The frequencies between the Coax woofer and the Sub are filled up and the mids would sound better too. In fact, it would sound as good as what you buy. The guys who put together those Coaxials, are way ahead of me with a 'woofer' and a tweeter! Would love to have your thoughts on this IF this idea isn't sacrilege! This is only for moderates like me of course, who won't sacrifice car space. Thanks in advance for a video on Coaxials + Amp + Sub!🙏🏽😊