My_third_Z's SQ system

My_third_Z · 02-14-2012, 05:19 PM

I've been waiting to make this thread for awhile, and now that I finally have all the equipment in hand, it is time.
I wanted to build the system right the first time, with no (at least very few) expenses spared. I didn't want to look back in the future and say "I really should have opted for something better".
So here is the list of stuff going in:
Head unit: Pioneer AVIC-A130BT
Front speakers: Focal K2 Power 165KRX2 - 6.5" component set
Additional Fronts: Focal 165 KBE - 6.5" midbass drivers
Subwoofer: Focal K2 Power 27 KX - 27cm (11")
4 channel amp: McIntosh MC431M
Subwoofer amp: McIntosh MCC301M
Equalizer: AudioControl EQS

My plans may have to change some, after seeing the size of these amps. I've been around car stereo for a long time, and when I tell you that McIntosh makes some amazing stuff, I'm not exaggerating. These amps are huge and heavy as hell. I was planning on fiberglassing an amp rack to hold the amps and eq directly behind the seats on those shelves. I don't think they're going to fit. The amps and sub are just gorgeous.
My plan was to keep as much of my hatch as possible, but we'll see.
I've already started fiberglassing kickpanels to hold the 6.5" midbass drivers. I'm going to send them off to Tony when completed to be wrapped in carbon fiber. The rest of the fiberglass work will most likely be painted to match the outside of the car. I will continue to update the thread as progress continues. Just don't expect it to be done soon. haha

90 ST · 02-14-2012, 05:24 PM

Nice gear!

bigaudiofanat · 02-14-2012, 07:37 PM

You going to run active? Those KRX2 are sweet, I am getting ready to order my KRX3's and start ordering either mosconi or focal amps, Macintosh is right there with them as far as sound quality.

747ifly · 02-14-2012, 09:44 PM

Way to go!! You made good decisions. You will never second guess yourself!

ClemsonWill · 02-15-2012, 08:38 AM

Looks great Jeremy! Let us know when you get some updates posted.

kenchan · 02-15-2012, 10:05 AM

dang...

symple84 · 02-15-2012, 10:32 AM

great stuff.... let me ask the audio pros, is there any benefit to running a processor in a small car like the Z??? Like a Bit Ten???

bigaudiofanat · 02-15-2012, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by symple84

great stuff.... let me ask the audio pros, is there any benefit to running a processor in a small car like the Z??? Like a Bit Ten???

Yes, because of the DSP and time correction. It also helps with tweeter harshness is your running your speakers in active.

The bitone or ten are a little pricey if you wanted to go with something for half the price check out the JBL ms8. Either way you should be running some high end stuff in order to get the best out of your processing.

I did a install where the owner has a set of low end Memphis components running off the MS8, after changing them to focal polyglass there was a world of difference.

symple84 · 02-15-2012, 10:45 AM

sorry to thread jack....

I am running Hertz HSK165XL and the new Hertz Slim Line 10" sub powered by a HDP5, my problem is I heard that tuning the DSP is tricky and you have to know what you are doing - I don't when it comes to audio.

37Z · 02-15-2012, 11:17 AM

My install with similar focal speakers (K2P) should be completed this weekend. Like the sub you chose but due to its size I went with an 8" sub. I fiberglassed an enclosure that houses the sub, amp, and signal processor located in the hatch area foam piece. I am running an active system using a bitTen signal processor.

Space is limited in this Z for large sub(s), amp, etc. You may have to forgo the spare,jack, and foam inserts to create a sub box adequate for that sub and amp, and signal processor. Your sound system should sound great!

bigaudiofanat · 02-15-2012, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by symple84

sorry to thread jack....

I am running Hertz HSK165XL and the new Hertz Slim Line 10" sub powered by a HDP5, my problem is I heard that tuning the DSP is tricky and you have to know what you are doing - I don't when it comes to audio.

Yes you are correct usually take me about 2 hours to get everything right or 3 trips to a customers house before they are happy as they are not sure what they are missing at first.

My_third_Z · 02-15-2012, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 37Z

My install with similar focal speakers (K2P) should be completed this weekend. Like the sub you chose but due to its size I went with an 8" sub. I fiberglassed an enclosure that houses the sub, amp, and signal processor located in the hatch area foam piece. I am running an active system using a bitTen signal processor.

Space is limited in this Z for large sub(s), amp, etc. You may have to forgo the spare,jack, and foam inserts to create a sub box adequate for that sub and amp, and signal processor. Your sound system should sound great!

I was just out trying to fit the stuff in different configurations. I'm at a loss right now how it's all going to fit in there. I definitely don't want to lose the spare, but other than that, I'm fine taking all the free space. The sub is going to be mounted inside out. That will help cut down on the amount of air space required since the basket and magnet structure will be outside.
I'm still trying to figure out a way to have the amps and processor on the shelf behind the seats. They'll all fit there, but I was wanting to have the processor centered between the seats and the 4 channel amp makes that impossible.

Omikron · 02-19-2012, 11:56 AM

Nice equipment! Where do you plan on installing the second set of 6.5? I am trying to figure out this myself Atm.

My_third_Z · 02-20-2012, 06:13 PM

One set is going in the stock door location and I'm building a set of kickpanels to hold the other pair.

Omikron · 02-20-2012, 08:47 PM

Awesome, would love pics when you get to that point. Thanks.

02-14-2012, 07:37 PM	#3 (permalink)
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02-14-2012, 09:44 PM	#4 (permalink)
747ifly Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: wilmington de Posts: 74 Drives: 10 Nissan 370Z CS M6 Rep Power: 14	Way to go!! You made good decisions. You will never second guess yourself! __________________ 2010 aluminum 370Z coupe sport

02-15-2012, 08:38 AM	#5 (permalink)
ClemsonWill A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 12,045 Drives: a Civic VP! Rep Power: 444	Looks great Jeremy! Let us know when you get some updates posted. __________________ Slightly modded

02-15-2012, 11:17 AM	#10 (permalink)
37Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 476 Drives: 370Z MB 6M -sold Rep Power: 262	Sound system My install with similar focal speakers (K2P) should be completed this weekend. Like the sub you chose but due to its size I went with an 8" sub. I fiberglassed an enclosure that houses the sub, amp, and signal processor located in the hatch area foam piece. I am running an active system using a bitTen signal processor. Space is limited in this Z for large sub(s), amp, etc. You may have to forgo the spare,jack, and foam inserts to create a sub box adequate for that sub and amp, and signal processor. Your sound system should sound great!

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90 ST A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary Posts: 1,861 Drives: 90 and 15 GMC Sierra Rep Power: 420	Nice gear!

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symple84 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 451 Drives: 11 PW 370Z Rep Power: 14	great stuff.... let me ask the audio pros, is there any benefit to running a processor in a small car like the Z??? Like a Bit Ten???

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Omikron Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: DFW TX Posts: 242 Drives: 11 GM 370Z Rep Power: 13	Nice equipment! Where do you plan on installing the second set of 6.5? I am trying to figure out this myself Atm.

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My_third_Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Charleston,SC Posts: 312 Drives: Blue 09 370z Rep Power: 14	One set is going in the stock door location and I'm building a set of kickpanels to hold the other pair.

02-20-2012, 08:47 PM	#15 (permalink)
Omikron Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: DFW TX Posts: 242 Drives: 11 GM 370Z Rep Power: 13	Awesome, would love pics when you get to that point. Thanks.