Component speakers or subwoofer

Big J · 03-09-2014, 05:01 PM

I just picked up a Pioneer 4600bt for my base 370. I really didn't want to spend any more money right now but my speakers sound like crap. So, should I add a component system with amp or subwoofer first? Then in a few moths I'll do whatever is left. Also, if you choose the component system, any suggestions?

H2O_Doc · 03-09-2014, 05:04 PM

I'd do components first. Although I have dual subs in mine, I could live without them. The stock speakers are particularly bad, so start there. I'd also do an amp to power them properly.

bigaudiofanat · 03-09-2014, 05:12 PM

Components all day man. There has been a few threads made adding this as well.

Big J · 03-09-2014, 05:32 PM

This is the route I was thinking as well.

Big J · 03-10-2014, 01:36 AM

I'm thinking Polk db6501 and either the rockford fosgate p300x2 or pioneer prs-d800

H2O_Doc · 03-10-2014, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Big J

I'm thinking Polk db6501 and either the rockford fosgate p300x2 or pioneer prs-d800

I had those speakers in a previous Z and thought they were outstanding.

I did 6x9s in my current Z, but they are not really necessary. I'm just sort of a 6x9 fan.

osirus · 03-10-2014, 09:07 AM

Good Choices IMO, however if you can swing the money that costs for the brands, I suggest the Focal series over Polk, Fosgate, Infinity almost any day. There are a few Boston Acoustic sets out there which are pretty damn good also.
Just my thoughts.

Big J · 03-10-2014, 11:05 AM

Is there a sponsor I should get the door spacers from or where else can I get them? Or will I even need them? I'm going to stick with the 6.5in.

Big J · 03-10-2014, 03:43 PM

So if I am ordering the zclosure spacers, do I get the 6.5in center hole?

Riptide67 · 03-10-2014, 04:02 PM

since you have the base model, i would say go with components. I even have the BOSE and am gonna swap mine out. They are just okay with my JL 10Wv3.

RonRizz · 03-10-2014, 04:12 PM

The prs d800 is a top-notch amplifier... Small footprint, beautiful to look at, and sounds amazing as well. Not to mention can be had for cheap...
I have 2 spares on the shelf in the garage, just waiting for the right time to install in place of my re-audio unit.

Big J · 03-10-2014, 04:48 PM

Wanna sell one

RonRizz · 03-10-2014, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Big J

Wanna sell one

I bet you can find one on amazon, or sonic electronics for $150

Big J · 03-10-2014, 05:29 PM

Already have haha

RonRizz · 03-10-2014, 06:18 PM

Teaser...lol

03-09-2014, 05:01 PM	#1 (permalink)
Big J Track Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Memphis Posts: 905 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 15	Component speakers or subwoofer I just picked up a Pioneer 4600bt for my base 370. I really didn't want to spend any more money right now but my speakers sound like crap. So, should I add a component system with amp or subwoofer first? Then in a few moths I'll do whatever is left. Also, if you choose the component system, any suggestions?

03-09-2014, 05:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
H2O_Doc A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Northern VA Posts: 1,083 Drives: '14 370Z, '12 4Runr Rep Power: 14	I'd do components first. Although I have dual subs in mine, I could live without them. The stock speakers are particularly bad, so start there. I'd also do an amp to power them properly. Riptide67 likes this.

03-09-2014, 05:12 PM	#3 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	Components all day man. There has been a few threads made adding this as well. Riptide67 likes this. __________________ 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/

03-10-2014, 04:02 PM	#10 (permalink)
Riptide67 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Oak Harbor, WA Age: 36 Posts: 1,610 Drives: 09 Nismo #0483 PW Rep Power: 68	since you have the base model, i would say go with components. I even have the BOSE and am gonna swap mine out. They are just okay with my JL 10Wv3. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

03-10-2014, 04:12 PM	#11 (permalink)
RonRizz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Pine grove, Pa Posts: 2,132 Drives: 2 feet, 3 pedals Rep Power: 6774	The prs d800 is a top-notch amplifier... Small footprint, beautiful to look at, and sounds amazing as well. Not to mention can be had for cheap... I have 2 spares on the shelf in the garage, just waiting for the right time to install in place of my re-audio unit. __________________ P99rs Head Unit--- Amps- 2 Pioneer Prs800d --- Zapco ST1000MX---Zapco ST-4XSQ---- SI BM mk5 Subs---SI TM65v2 Midbass--- SI M3 mids--- SI M25 xbl2 tweeters ----- 2016 MECA street class 3rd place at world finals

03-09-2014, 05:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
Big J Track Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Memphis Posts: 905 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 15	This is the route I was thinking as well.

03-10-2014, 01:36 AM	#5 (permalink)
Big J Track Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Memphis Posts: 905 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 15	I'm thinking Polk db6501 and either the rockford fosgate p300x2 or pioneer prs-d800

03-10-2014, 09:07 AM	#7 (permalink)
osirus Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Dallas,TX Posts: 183 Drives: 11 Nissan 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 11	Good Choices IMO, however if you can swing the money that costs for the brands, I suggest the Focal series over Polk, Fosgate, Infinity almost any day. There are a few Boston Acoustic sets out there which are pretty damn good also. Just my thoughts.

03-10-2014, 11:05 AM	#8 (permalink)
Big J Track Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Memphis Posts: 905 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 15	Is there a sponsor I should get the door spacers from or where else can I get them? Or will I even need them? I'm going to stick with the 6.5in.

03-10-2014, 03:43 PM	#9 (permalink)
Big J Track Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Memphis Posts: 905 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 15	So if I am ordering the zclosure spacers, do I get the 6.5in center hole?

03-10-2014, 04:48 PM	#12 (permalink)
Big J Track Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Memphis Posts: 905 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 15	Wanna sell one

03-10-2014, 05:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
Big J Track Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Memphis Posts: 905 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 15	Already have haha

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