Stereo speaker suggestions

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sflrainmaker01

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I have been re-wiring the mess the previous owner left me in the car stereo dept. So far, I have got the old Alpine rear 6x9's to make ok sound. While I was back there, I used some of the existing wiring to hook up an amp and a sub (ALL factory stuff is gone). The fronts come on rarely (I think a problem with connector), which means I have a very bassy sound. Working fronts would help alot. But, when the fronts are on, they have a lot of distortion with medium volume especially on the high frequency end. So, it seems they all will need to go!!

Any recommendations? I want a very crisp full range speaker that captures the highs in all four corners. So far, I have read that the JBL GTO938 and Polk Audio db691 are pretty good contenders. I just wanted your all's input. Bass isn't a concern since I have several sub options to choose from, including the dual 12" box my son just traded me for. I am not looking to blow up any ear drums but just looking for a nice clear and clean sound (especially since I am getting older and hearing isn't as good as when I was younger:o).
 
I used focal speakers all the way around. They sound good and very crisp. It's just depends on your budget.
 
ARodmarauder said:
I used focal speakers all the way around. They sound good and very crisp. It's just depends on your budget.
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Not trying to go overboard, but I was liking the reviews of the JBL GTO938 and the Polk Audio db961 6x9's. I don't know what size fits in the doors, but I would try to get a comparable door speaker to match. It seems like Pioneer has some nice 3 ways at Best Buy for about $75. Walmart has a Pioneer 4 way 6x9 for like $70. The Polks and JBLs range from $75 to $150 from what I can tell online.

Review I was looking at:
http://car-speakers-review.toptenreviews.com/
 
I put 6x8 all the way around. The ones all Walmart and best buy are ok but they won't be as crisp if say you get some Polk. Do a lot a research. I heard my speakers in another car and I was sold after that
 
I'd spend a bit more and go for the polks at least. But what ever you are using for the head unit makes a difference. Try to get a better quality one, and go with a better set up front, Hybrid Audio makes a kick ass speaker starting about 150 per pair.
 
RoyLPita said:
I believe 6x9s would be a custom fit.

BTW, I found the plugs for the back of the radio. Are you coming to Towers tonight?
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Ok. I thought the back were 6x9's. I will have to check to see if the Alpines back there are 6x9.

No, not this week or next. But, I am pretty sure I will be there at least one Friday in June. I will keep ya'll posted on Cobra25's weekly update though.
 
boatmangc said:
Not without some cutting, but it's worth it.

Just be careful on placement on the drivers side you can get REAL close to the trunk lid springs.

Measure twice, cut once!
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I probably won't be cutting. In fact, I was suprised to find out that the rear speakers are Alpine SPR-574A 5x7's! :eek: I shouldn't be suprised. Most of what I was told about this car hasn't been correct, why should this be any different! :shake:

These speakers have 4 wires going to them. 2 + and 2 -, one set for each side. They say Coaxial 140 watt peak and 35 RMS. I will do a little Google searching today and see what I come up with. I could always amp them and then focus on the fronts since those only work on rare occassion with distortion. I am sure that will help tremendously with the sound in the car for now. :hmmm:
 
Well, did a ton of Google searches, reviews etc. Went on a mission to find some JBL, Polk or Pioneer (as a last resort). Walmart had a few speakers I checked out. Namely the Sony 6x8 4 way and Pioneer 6x8 4 ways. Not bad. I actually thought the Sony's sounded better.:shake: So off to a Best But (not the closest one but in the next town south) that was supposed to have the best "test all the speakers" area. I hooked a a Pioneer head unit that was similiar to the one I had and tested 'em all. Guess what sounded the best? A new line of Kickers called the CS series. The Polks were a close second, but didn't have the 6x8-only 6.5 round. That made the decision easier to buy the Kickers. Best $70 I have spent in a while!
FYI, the model # is CS68. They sound excellent with no amp and compliment the system perfectly. Lots of clear, crisp highs, mids and even lows (but I got a sub for that). Keep in mind, I only replaced the fronts.
Now that I have a nice sounding & completely working system, I will start to think about upgrading the head unit to a touchscreen....:P
 
Great info. AND for the slow guy... They fit right in? No hassle?

Please confirm as I am on my way to buy these. Also... How do I get more base /replace base unit in truck with no hassle?
 
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