Head unit discussion

CRiZO

The droid units are janky af tbh. I looked down that route and ultimately decided on a Sony android auto / carplay unit (XAV-AX100). Not sure what more I'd want it to do. Looks factory, sounds fantastic. Supports cameras.

I have the Cerwin Vega unit coming in this weekend, so maybe I'll let you know how it is with a similar setup.

For the components, I'm running Hertz esk 165.5's (100 watts RMS, 300 peak each). Currently off headunit and sound amazing due to their sensitivity (93.5 db), though I can tell they'd like more power when I crank it on bass heavy songs. Going to see if relieving them of the lower frequencies with the sub makes me happy. If not, I'll be throwing a Hertz HDP 4 at them.

The Z is a tiny space, so it really doesn't take much. I have zero desire to add the rears.

cavemancan

Yeah I’ve seen mixed feelings on here regarding the rears. One of the pro guys said more or less they are a preference thing but does nothing to improve the sound stage. Considering this is a tight budget for me I’ve opted to leave them out. In the future if I want to add them it’s a simple amplifier change and 2 speaker wires to be added.

Until then the JL Audio components I picked have a sensitivity rating of 94db’s which is very good and a frequency response of 33hz to 20,000. Plenty of flexibility and power.

As far as the droid units I’ve seen good reviews on the seicane unit but does it sound better quality wise then stock?

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SouthArk370Z

All audio is subjective. Many people think rear speakers add to their listening enjoyment; some folks don't. If they don't do anything for you and your ears, no need for rear speakers.

I like rear speakers but it ain't my car.

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cavemancan

I honestly think I would like it but it’s getting 86’ed due to budget.

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cavemancan

I would say it’s missing the functionality of having a backup camera plus a dvr camera. Also I would prefer a screen with smaller bezels. IE bigger screen preferably boarderless.

Edit: oh and it would be nice if it could play CD’s when I want better sound quality.

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