Furthermore, I would strongly encourage you to deaden them doors!!!! No sense in spending $500 (or $5000) on audio equipment without doing the appropriate prep work.

Most cars I listen to around here are limited more by the install than the product.

Audiophile grade equipment won't do you a damn bit of good if the install is crap.

The opposite is true as well. I think you will be pleasantly surprised with the sonic characteristics of moderately priced equipment in a top notch install.

 

Cool, so the EDi 6500's for the front components. What about the rears and the rear deck's? Is it not important to replace all the speakers? I would like some more bass, but it's more for me than for other people so I don't need something that can be heard a block away, just good, clean, lound enough for me bass. Also, would I need to get a 6 channel amp to run all the speakers (i think the fronts are just 2 channels cuz the tweet and mid are in the same channel?)? Also, post 6 references wires...is it also important to replace all the speaker wire? Seems like it would be a difficult process since the wires run thoughout the car. Is there a DIY on speaker install and wire install on an 06 coupe? Thanks for all your help, this is why I love the online forum community, so much knowledge here =).

 

It really depends on what you are looking for. I think most who are into true SQ would tell you to avoid rear speakers as they can pull the soundstage rearward dramatically.

What is your budget?

 

I don't want to spend too much, but I'm willing to spend money on components that are worth it, know what I mean? I want a high quality, good bang for the buck type system. Do you think I could get a good system (speakes, amp, wires if need be) for around 1-1.5k?

When you say rear, do you mean the ones in the middle or the ones in the rear deck? I guess I wanted to also upgrade the rears because I thought it would help create more of a "full" sound and I do want a decent amount of bass.

 

I have a coupe.

 

Here's what I would advise given your budget:

1. Good solid front stage.
2. Nice SQ sub

And by solid, I mean something that can play low with authority. I still think the 6500's are a great option.

As far as amps are concerned, while I do like the simplicity of a 6 channel system, I think it may be a bit overkill. I would advise you to look at a strong 2 Channel amp for the components, and either a 2 channel bridged to the sub, or a nice monoblock.

I know you guys are going to get all over me for sounding like an eD *****, but I really think that their product fits his price point.

Remember.. .the title of this thread is "Low cost audio".

So with that... I came up with 3 options. All for under $1k. You will still need to consider a box and wiring.

Bronze:
11Ov.2 Sub (2 OHM DVC)
NINe.2X Bridged to sub (600W @ 4 OHM Bridged)
EDi 6500's
NINe.2 (100W x 2 @ 12V)
$769.25 Package Price
$905.00 Retail

Silver:
11Ov.2 Sub (4 OHM DVC)
NINe.1 amp (900W @ 2 OHM)
EDi 6500's
NINe.2 amp (100W x 2 @ 12V)
$841.50 Package Price
$990.00 Retail

Gold:
11Ov.2 Sub (4 OHM DVC)
NINe.1 Amp (900W @ 2OHM)
EDi 6500's
NINe.2X Amp (200W x 2 @ 12V)
$884.00 Package Price
$1040.00 Retail

 

So you wouldn't have any rear speakers at all?!?

I'm not so sure I want to go with a sub because of trunk space, or lack there of. I still need to fit 2 sets of golf clubs back there =P.

 

MasterAV,

You have a coupe, right? I don't see any reason to have rear full range speakers. A couple of eu700 subs in the rear deck IB would be cool though. But you will need to deaden the living crap out of it. But would be a very nice way to get some low-end without sacrificing trunk space.

 

I too would go with a front stage system and a sub. I presume you would use 4080's sub enclosure.

DLS CA41 70x4 amp.

DLS UP6 components

Image Dynamics 10" sub.

With wire and cable, you are under $1K. Like $950.

The UP6 are tough to beat. Lotta ID lovers around here too

 

mmmmm...

DLS. Secksi.

And you cannot go wrong with ID either.

Good call Ken.

 

Where would you guys buy these components?

el_duderino - are you in Portland, Oregon? My folks live in Vancouver, WA and I go to visit them sometimes. If you can hook me up, maybe we can work something out.

 

MiloX - You have great recommendation. I couldn't say it better myself

Fore more info, you can go to www.icixsound.com for real feedbacks from those users.

The direct mfg page to order from is www.edesignaudio.com.

Good luck and have fun Also, make sure you visit the the ICIX forum for special discount.

 

I am in PDX, yes.