How to install a memphis 10"sub into a stock stereo system in a honda accord?

Question

i got the memphis 10inch sub for free and was wondering if it would be possible to wire the sub into my stock system it has the black and red wires and just needs to be plugged in. but im not sure where they would plug into? if anyone knows please help me out!

Answer 1

Alright dont waste your time wiring it into the stock system because like everyone sauide it would be pointless and just not bang at all. The wiring would cost like 100 and you would need an adapter for 50. If your thinking of getting a 12 inch JL to pair with your memphis I dont recommend this. The JL runs off 3 ohms and there for the amp has to be made by JL and when they are bridged it wont work well. Try to get another sub with the same rms and ohms.

JL is over rated any ways. My 2 12 inch Memphis Mojos blow the JL subs out of the water but then again it cost 4k for my whole system. 2 class D memphis amps for both subs and a 2 channel memphis mojo to power my 10 6 1/2 inch Boston accoustics component speakers.

Custom Fiber glass boxes are also the way to go if you have some $.

Answer 2

you can but it would be pointless unless you get a sub box an amp and a good wiring kit. with out the amp you will barley be able to tell the speaker is on cus the stock head unit dosnt push enought power

Answer 3

Don't waste your time. The stock system doesn't put out NEARLY enough power. Honda radios maybe put out around 25-50 watts of power, have you ever seen the stock speakers? They're half the size and weight of anything you'll find at a car audio shop. The headunit can't handle pushing that thing. Your best bet is to find a bargain on a new head unit that has some pre-amp outputs, then find a good deal on a modest amp. I do not know the ratings on that sub, but I'd guess a 300w class D amp would be somewhere in the right ballpark. Look at your local Circuit City, Best Buy or what-not for some open-box deals (radios/amps that were demo models or returned because someone wanted an upgrade) as these are usually tested for operation, and at least if it doesn't work, you can use their return policy, which a fleamarket won't have. :)