Would upgrading the speakers/tweeters make a difference?

[chris15]

Originally Posted by lowpt

I still stand by my statement. He asked if changing the stock speakers would make a difference. The short answer is, yes. He also said it wasn't loud enough. To correct this he needs to add an amp or change headunit. This is also another reason it is usually reccomened changing speakers. Stock speeakers are mated to stock power. If you add more power, such as an amp or aftermarket HU, then play it loud the lifespan of the stock speakers will be greatly shortened.

That's fine, but you're mostly alone in your recommendation, and to say that 'most' audio installers would agree with you is incorrect. Fact is, most common headunits that have a built-in amplifier that's 50-watts/4 channels, which works out to about 13-watts per channel. First of all, that's not enough to do the damage you're talking about, and secondly, an extra 13-watts per channel is more than noticeable when compared to the stock output and should satisfy his desire for a louder system.

And like I said, I swapped out my headunit first, and then installed a 2-channel, 100-watt amp (50RMS to each front set of speakers) on top of the 13-watt/channel from my headunit through stock speakers for almost a year and had absolutely no problems whatsoever and noticed an immediate increase in sound quality.

[fastdel]

Originally Posted by chris15

That's fine, but you're mostly alone in your recommendation, and to say that 'most' audio installers would agree with you is incorrect. Fact is, most common headunits that have a built-in amplifier that's 50-watts/4 channels, which works out to about 13-watts per channel. First of all, that's not enough to do the damage you're talking about, and secondly, an extra 13-watts per channel is more than noticeable when compared to the stock output and should satisfy his desire for a louder system.

And like I said, I swapped out my headunit first, and then installed a 2-channel, 100-watt amp (50RMS to each front set of speakers) on top of the 13-watt/channel from my headunit through stock speakers for almost a year and had absolutely no problems whatsoever and noticed an immediate increase in sound quality.

as above we know what we are on about (ive been doing incar audio installs and upgrades for years now ) and most stock speakers sound better on after market head units FACT

[85_305]

Thanks for the input guys. Now I have to find me a nice stereo that LOOKS good in the PT. I'm pretty picky.. I dont like it looking corny or out of place.

I want a relatively big stereo with a big screen and lots of buttons hehe

[chris15]

Originally Posted by fastdel

as above we know what we are on about (ive been doing incar audio installs and upgrades for years now ) and most stock speakers sound better on after market head units FACT

Glad you agree.



Now, for your stereo needs, I'd personally stick with Crutchfield if you're more of a DIY kinda person. I would try to stay away from places like Best Buy, unless you have a personal rapport with the installation guys there. They tend to overcharge quite a bit.

[85_305]

Ya I've been scrounging Crutchfields vehicle-personalized section. pretty nice stuff!

[warped]

Here is my pic!!

Kenwood Excelon KDC-X993 CD receiver at Crutchfield.com

Nice part of crutchfield is that they give you all you need to change it.

[85_305]

^thats pretty nice. look good in the pt?

[warped]

i got the 792 any yes with the kit it looks good

[85_305]

did you actually pay 350$ for it??

[warped]

no i buy shit off ebay!!
But rember you have to get a install kit and a harness is about another $40