i was wondering if anyone has replaced their front speakers with components. if you have, how do they sound? the reason i ask is because i've been told not to replace the bose speakers with aftermarket speakers. i was told i'd have to replace the whole system. something about aftermarket speakers are'nt compatible with the bose premium system. is this true? someone please clarify this for me. thanks....

lay

 

Its true to a point. A decent set of 2Ohm components will work fine. Although it is still strongly suggested to use an aftermarket amp with components.

 

I replaced the Bose speakers with MB Quart Premium 6.5" Components and 6X9" in the rear with an Alpine 4 channel amp. It is a huge improvement in sound quality and enjoyment.

 

+1 with Pearl05G's response. 2ohm speakers will work, but just do yourself a favor and get an amp.

 

thanks for the response guys. so, it's ok, as long as i use a seperate amp for the components. thanks....

 

it will work fine and sound fine with the stock AMP. the 4 ohm speakers will be quieter than the rears so you will have to adjust the fader appropriately. I had this setup for awhile before I upgraded everything.

So you could get components first, try it out, then decide...

 

Fosgates

 

What if you have an aftermarket Headunit pushing 50wx4...do you still need an amp for components?

 

Yes. It would be recommended.

 

An HU pushing 50wx4 is probably pushing more like 12-25w RMSx4. You have to consider that the size of an aftermarket HU is nowhere near the size of an aftermarket 4channel amp...and that is for a reason. A seperate amp is much more efficient/powerful than an HU. HU's are usually way overrated, and often rated in peak power, not RMS.

 

I plan on buying a G35 later today and i have a set of these waiting for her when she gets home.

 

Nice choice coop...on the car and the speakers. Be sure to post pics when you pic her up.

 

I am going to upgrade the speakers soon. Here is what I'm planning to do:

Replace fronts with the Infiniti 6 1/2" component system (6010CS).

Replace the rear door speakers with the Infiniti 6 1/2" speakers (6012I).

Replace the rear sub, which I believe is only a 6x9 speaker, with a good reference Infiniti 6x9 speaker.

I want to keep the factory Bose head unit and the amp. Anyone has done something similar to this? Any opinions?

 

oh i will just waiting on insurance right now w00t w00t

 

I would skip the 6 x 9 and go with a "regular" sub...