New sound system, does it seem alrite?

[nath_120]

Hey all,

Just got quoted for a new sound system for the VS.

I am considering getting:
- MTX SLH-T4512-A 12" boxed sub (225w RMS) --> pumps hard
- JBL CS60.4 amp (4x60w RMS, ??w RMS bridged) --> not sure about this, couldn't test it
- Pioneer TS-C1625 6" splits (60w RMS) --> listened to these, they are great
- Pioneer TS-A1671S 6" rears (35w RMS) --> ok, but they're only rear fill

Its about $1300 installed w/amp wiring (strathfield)

Is this a good deal? Are there any components I should steer away from?
I have a slight question mark on the amp (i may be better to go for the MTX 704X ($30 more)?).

Any feedback would be great.
Nath

[VRSS]

save like $500 and install it yourself.. it really isnt hard

[bezz]

get a jaycar for the amp, more bang for ya buck
sub isnt bad but there's plenty others around in that price range that i'd rather have.
like VK_308 said you'll save heaps if you install it yourself, and you could build a better suited sub box also if ya wanted to

[SweetWagon]

i would steer clear of strathfield, autobarn, jbhifi etc.. places that offer to install the gear. from personal experience, they butcher your car. better to get a qualified auto electrician to do it, or do it yourself if you think you have the know-how but it isnt that hard really and saves heaps of money.

[sganro]

Do a few searches through the car audio section for installation guides. There are some really good ones for removing door trims to put speakers in doors and head unit installations. Just find one for a VS and away you go (pretty much the same for VN through VS, but VS one will tell you exactly what to do).

As bezz said, check out the jaycar amps. They will out perform most other amps in their price range. (even check out their splits if you want to save a bit more money)

[garfa]

i would steer clear of strathfield, autobarn, jbhifi etc.. places that offer to install the gear. from personal experience, they butcher your car. better to get a qualified auto electrician to do it, or do it yourself if you think you have the know-how but it isnt that hard really and saves heaps of money.

yes there are a heap of stories of bad installs but people usually dont let others know when the install is good. still DIY if you can, saving money plus you know that its done to your personal standard.
as for auto elecs, yes they could probably connect the gear but they will not be able to tune it. so there really is no pont in going to one.

[IMCRZY]

What HU u got?

U would prolly be better goin 4 a little digital mono block....

& personaly i dont like MTX

Pioneer is the way 2 go i think.... But thats just me

[nath_120]

What HU u got?

U would prolly be better goin 4 a little digital mono block....

& personaly i dont like MTX

Pioneer is the way 2 go i think.... But thats just me

- I hav a pioneer deh-p6750mp headunit
- I considered a monoblock amp, but it is out of my budget ( i wanna power the splits aswell)
- I preferred the sound of the mtx sub over the pioneer

[nath_120]

RE: the install

I am gonna call an installer i've heard about through several ppl 2moro (re:quote), coz strathfield's quote for install was really expensive, and i'm not that confident in installing the gear myself (and pulling half my car apart).

AND EVERYONE, YES, IM GONNA JOIN THE JAYCAR BANDWAGON. Looking at its specs, and all the rave about it on the JC forums, its hard to go past the 4x100 amp.

[SweetWagon]

yes there are a heap of stories of bad installs but people usually dont let others know when the install is good. still DIY if you can, saving money plus you know that its done to your personal standard.
as for auto elecs, yes they could probably connect the gear but they will not be able to tune it. so there really is no pont in going to one.

mine was bodged up big time (done before i bought it) most wiring was just twisted together, they broke the screws holding the center console down, missing screws in a few places, cutting up the rear to fit 6" speakers and 2 screws were only going into carpet...

[garfa]

RE: the install

I am gonna call an installer i've heard about through several ppl 2moro (re:quote), coz strathfield's quote for install was really expensive, and i'm not that confident in installing the gear myself (and pulling half my car apart).

AND EVERYONE, YES, IM GONNA JOIN THE JAYCAR BANDWAGON. Looking at its specs, and all the rave about it on the JC forums, its hard to go past the 4x100 amp.

the 4x50 is cheaper. since your on a constricted budget go for that.

[sganro]

AND EVERYONE, YES, IM GONNA JOIN THE JAYCAR BANDWAGON. Looking at its specs, and all the rave about it on the JC forums, its hard to go past the 4x100 amp.

I dont think you will be disappointed!

[r_i_d_a_h]

i would steer clear of strathfield, autobarn, jbhifi etc.. places that offer to install the gear. from personal experience, they butcher your car. better to get a qualified auto electrician to do it, or do it yourself if you think you have the know-how but it isnt that hard really and saves heaps of money.

:my: so the guys who do the installs at strathfield and that arent really qualified auto sparkies, is that wat ur saying??

[wrx884]

i would steer clear of strathfield, autobarn, jbhifi etc.. places that offer to install the gear. from personal experience, they butcher your car. better to get a qualified auto electrician to do it, or do it yourself if you think you have the know-how but it isnt that hard really and saves heaps of money.

i have 2 agree here id steer clear 2 if it was me IMO but id also agree with garfa alot of the good stuff does get unnoticed i guess its wen uve had a bad experience ud rather not give ne second chances all i would do is listen 2 their sound boards then get my gear elsewhere

[nath_120]

Alrite. Ive decided what I'm gonna do.

My final product list:
- MTX Thunder 4500 (sub only) + make my own box (for boot)
- Precision Response 4x100w amp (2ch bridged-sub, 2ch components)
- Pioneer TS-C1625 6" component speakers (for front)
- Pioneer TS-A1671S 6" 3-way speakers (for parcel shelf)

I got a quote from an auto elec guy today, gonna use him.

Should come out to about $1000 all up (installed + wiring)

What do ya's all think??

[bezz]

not bad mate should sound very sweet