What would be the ideal audio setup

Question

for around 1000 including ALL parts and, if necessary, labor. but i could probably do most of it myself.

Im definitely looking for a really pounding subwoofer, the regular speakers dont need to be especially loud though. i would prefer clarity over intense volume. Please keep in mind any unforeseen costs... would i need to upgrade the alternator? etc etc.

I dont need any specifics unless you are just an intensely nice person, I would just like to have an idea what to look for when i go to the audio shop tomorrow so i dont get ripped off or anything. Its for a first gen Isuzu rodeo/ honda passport, if that makes any difference.

Answer 1

For about $1000, I set up my 1995 Dodge Ram with a pounding system= Pioneer head unit-$100 installed---Kicker ZX750.1 amp-$300----Kicker 12" 4ohm L7 (just one)--$300---Kicker KS693 6x9s---$50----Kicker ZX200,2 amp-$100---Pioneer 6x9s-$70=$920.(add a wiring kit and the cost for materials to build an enclosure and you should be right at or a bit above $1000) It rocks, however I'm throwin a ZX2500.1 ($729) and a Kicker Solo X 12 ($1099) in for kicks and an attempt at deafness. Find out the amperage rating of your alternator, and go from there. My truck has an 80 amp stock. For the new setup I have to upgrade to 140 amp and dual 1,000 cca batteries. Good luck...

P.S. DOn't go cheap, you'll regret it. Kicker is the SHEEZNEAT!

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Answer 2

For around 1000 bucks you should look for the following

some component speakers for the front.  Component speakers have seperate tweeters and woofers, whereas coaxials have the tweeter built into the middle of the speaker.  Component speakers feature the tweeter at shoulder to eye level to raise the soundstage and give a better sound. (it may take some fabrication to mount the tweeters but its worth it).  about $150-200

Some descent 2-3 way coaxial speakers for the back would work. about $100-150

Then you'll need your subs.  around $150 w/ enclosure

For a single amp you could use a 5 channel, one channel for each speaker, and one mono channel for the subs.  Or you could do a dual sub setup with a 4 channel and a mono sub, each would amount to about $250

You would probably want a capacitor to prevent the power spikes (from large bass booms) from dimming your headlights, etc.  about $100

I overestimated these prices a bit, and left 150 dollars extra to account for wiring/installation accessories.  Assuming you already have a aftermarket head-unit or you will have to get a converter for about 30 bucks to use the factory radio.

DO IT YOURSELF, it may take a while but all of the information you need is available online and you will save alot of money.

Answer 3

audiobahn subs and amps are the best out there,and if you got a cheap digital stiffening capacator that would save your alternator and increase sound quality.