Audio Options

vettett15 · 11-19-2011, 04:43 PM

Had a couple questions, I should be picking up my 2012 base here soon but I've been reading through the audio section to get some ideas. I'm a big home audio guy, mainly 2 channel but I also built up a Rythmik audio 15".

For the Z I would like to replace the head unit, a 5 channel amp and throw in a component set. I'm not sure that I want a sub in the car, but figure a 5 channel amp would allow for easier future upgrading. Having said that, I would like a component set that fills in the bottom end, which seem to point towards the ID CXS64 V2. I was looking and noticed that the CXS64 V1? (WoofersEtc.com - CXS64 - Image Dynamics 6.5" 2 Way Component System) seem to play a little lower. I know there are a lot of factors in determining this and specs aren't everything I was just curious if you knew anything about that.

Anyway, here is my list so far, please critique as you see fit:

Head Unit: Pioneer AVH-P4300DVD or Kenwood DDX418
Kinda like the idea of the bigger screen on the Pioneer

Speakers: Really bouncing back and forth on this one between Hertz HSK165, Focal 165V30 and ID CXS64 V1/V2

Amp: Alpine PDX 5

What would a typical install cost me, I know I am leaving other stuff out like wheel controls, spacers, etc.

vettett15 · 11-21-2011, 05:40 PM

help?

37Z · 11-21-2011, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vettett15

Had a couple questions, I should be picking up my 2012 base here soon but I've been reading through the audio section to get some ideas. I'm a big home audio guy, mainly 2 channel but I also built up a Rythmik audio 15".

For the Z I would like to replace the head unit, a 5 channel amp and throw in a component set. I'm not sure that I want a sub in the car, but figure a 5 channel amp would allow for easier future upgrading. Having said that, I would like a component set that fills in the bottom end, which seem to point towards the ID CXS64 V2. I was looking and noticed that the CXS64 V1? (WoofersEtc.com - CXS64 - Image Dynamics 6.5" 2 Way Component System) seem to play a little lower. I know there are a lot of factors in determining this and specs aren't everything I was just curious if you knew anything about that.

Anyway, here is my list so far, please critique as you see fit:

Head Unit: Pioneer AVH-P4300DVD or Kenwood DDX418
Kinda like the idea of the bigger screen on the Pioneer

Speakers: Really bouncing back and forth on this one between Hertz HSK165, Focal 165V30 and ID CXS64 V1/V2

Amp: Alpine PDX 5

What would a typical install cost me, I know I am leaving other stuff out like wheel controls, spacers, etc.

Go listen to the various speakers; then decide.

I guess the new version of the Alpine PDX 5 is ok. Look at the RMS rating to determine for the speakers' power needs. Check out Hertz HDP amps. Check out DIYMA for information on audio stuff.

I can't speak to the installation price since I installed my audio stuff myself. See the install sticky above in this section to at least familarize yourself of what is involved. As a suggestion, add sound installation to the rear hatch and doors that will optimize the speaker performance.

Good luck!

bigaudiofanat · 11-21-2011, 07:42 PM

I would go with the ID's for their smoother tweeters than the hertz.

vettett15 · 11-21-2011, 08:13 PM

bigaudio,

What do you think about the Focal 165V30's, found some a really good price.

bigaudiofanat · 11-21-2011, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vettett15

bigaudio,

What do you think about the Focal 165V30's, found some a really good price.

If you like loud bright tweeters they are the way to go.

Ages · 11-21-2011, 09:57 PM

I just want a good double din HU thats all touch based. prefered features are
Blue tooth (phone and music stream)
NAV
anything else would be a bonus. any suggestions?... looking at you BigAudioFan!

11-19-2011, 04:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
vettett15 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: melbourne, fl Posts: 28 Drives: United States Rep Power: 13	Audio Options Had a couple questions, I should be picking up my 2012 base here soon but I've been reading through the audio section to get some ideas. I'm a big home audio guy, mainly 2 channel but I also built up a Rythmik audio 15". For the Z I would like to replace the head unit, a 5 channel amp and throw in a component set. I'm not sure that I want a sub in the car, but figure a 5 channel amp would allow for easier future upgrading. Having said that, I would like a component set that fills in the bottom end, which seem to point towards the ID CXS64 V2. I was looking and noticed that the CXS64 V1? (WoofersEtc.com - CXS64 - Image Dynamics 6.5" 2 Way Component System) seem to play a little lower. I know there are a lot of factors in determining this and specs aren't everything I was just curious if you knew anything about that. Anyway, here is my list so far, please critique as you see fit: Head Unit: Pioneer AVH-P4300DVD or Kenwood DDX418 Kinda like the idea of the bigger screen on the Pioneer Speakers: Really bouncing back and forth on this one between Hertz HSK165, Focal 165V30 and ID CXS64 V1/V2 Amp: Alpine PDX 5 What would a typical install cost me, I know I am leaving other stuff out like wheel controls, spacers, etc.

11-21-2011, 07:42 PM	#4 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	I would go with the ID's for their smoother tweeters than the hertz. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

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11-21-2011, 05:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
vettett15 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: melbourne, fl Posts: 28 Drives: United States Rep Power: 13	help?

11-21-2011, 08:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
vettett15 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: melbourne, fl Posts: 28 Drives: United States Rep Power: 13	bigaudio, What do you think about the Focal 165V30's, found some a really good price.

11-21-2011, 09:57 PM	#7 (permalink)
Ages Base Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: MA Posts: 184 Drives: 11 370Z SP MT Gunmet Rep Power: 13	I just want a good double din HU thats all touch based. prefered features are Blue tooth (phone and music stream) NAV anything else would be a bonus. any suggestions?... looking at you BigAudioFan!