Female who needs car audio for dummies?

Question

I just purchased and had installed a Pioneer CD player and 4 in-door speakers. All 4 speakers are 6", 2 of them are 3 way, whatever that means. I got a good deal so I just said okay. The problem is, I still have way too much treb. and not enough bass. I am still not completely satisfied with the sound. My car is a 96 blazer so I am not sure what else to do; the sound is better, not quite so AM station sounding as the factory speakers. I don't want too much bass, just a little more so it doesn't sound like a tin can. Any recommendations? Are there speakers in the very back (the hauling area) that should be replaced? Thanks!

Answer 1

You need to add subwoofers and an amp to get the desired sound.  Best place to start is the place that you got a "good deal" and tell them what you told us and see what they recommend.  Come up with a realistic budget and see what they can do for you.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

It sounds like the guy that recomended the sound system (radio and 4 speakers), underestimated the sound you were trying to get.  Just from your short description I would have given you a 150 watt 10" sub and amplifier.  I know it sounds like a big deal to get a sub and amp, but basically, you can get a subwoofer to give you bass at $200-250.  

Not all subwoofers are made to boom down the block.  150 watts is more than enough to give you a good sound, something that will enhance your sound system and not take over as a bass machine.

Your salesman took your meaning of wanting more sound as your wanting a stronger and more accurate sound, and in a way, he was able to deliver that by giving you a pioneer radio and 4 speakers.  But in my experience, when someone wants to enhance the sound in their car, they want a stronger bass, which changing 4 speakers will never be able to acomplish.  

At this point, you are working with a guy.  Go back to him and explain that the sound you are getting is not what you had in mind, but if he could make you a Real Smooth Deal on a Bass Amp and 10" woofer around 150 RMS watts for about $200-250.  That would give you the sound you wanted, new speakers, new radio, and a sound that you will be very satisfied with.