Ve ute install

[Jazzas202]

Need some quick answers for this install as im going to the shop tommorow to discuss.

I am thinking of getting kicker cs component speakers and a kicker 2 channel amp to run it. Price is $489 which includes fitting.

Also where do people mount amps in utes??

 

['ssv']

You say 'also' but only asked one question???

I have 2 amps and a sound processor mounted on the floor, under the seats.
just velcro'd to the carpet.
Never had an issue.

 

[Jazzas202]

sorry mate first question was meant to be is that price reasonable? and thanks that amp under the seat sounds good and takes no room

 

['ssv']

Kicker KX200.2 2 Channel Car Amplifier - ($198.85)RYDA Car Audio


http://www.ryda.com.au:80/Kicker-CSS65-6-5-300w-Car-Speakers-p/css65.htm=]Kicker CSS65 6.5" Car Speakers - ($154.85)RYDA Car Audio[/url]

Is this what you are getting?
If so, sure the price is great for fully installed.

~ $140 for install, fuse and wiring.
i assume your installer is going to run ALL new speaker wire and solder/heat shrink all connections?

 

[Jazzas202]

Yeah they are the right speakers but its this amp KICKER | DX125.2 Amplifier

Yeah think they are doing new wires as the is a wiring kit included in the price

 

[jr_]

That amp is only 2 x 30w at 4 ohm and the speakers are rated 100w 4ohm.

Either consider lower rated speakers ie Orion Cobalt CO652 Car Speakers - ($98.85)RYDA Car Audio or Pioneer TS-G1605C 6" Car Component Speaker Package | 6" Car Speakers | ($108.85)RYDA Car Audio
Or higher power amp ie HiFonics BRE100.2 | 2 CH Car Amplifier | ($118.85)RYDA Audio

(nb: I'm not specifically recommending the above brands, just pointing out spec's on an already mentioned website)

 

[Jazzas202]

i just looked it says PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
DXA125.2 2x60-Watt Two-Channel Full-Range Amplifier
* also the car audio place said it will have plenty of power for the speakers

 

[vongy10]

Those speakers will only be receiving 30watts because they're 4ohm. Might as well wire them up to the factory unit... I'd get a more powerful amp.

 

[Jazzas202]

which kicker amp should i get? install is Saturday and not sure if im able to change or not

 

[EYY]

I prefer amplifiers to have at least an equal rms rating as the speakers they'll be powering. Ideally higher.

Underpowering a speaker will cause 'clipping' at higher volumes which has a much worse effect than overpowering a speaker. You can always lower the gain on a larger amp too so you won't be overpowering the speakers to the point of damaging them.

That amp you've got will be considerably better than a headunit, but a properly matched amp will allow the speakers to perform to their full potential. They'll even sound better at lower volumes.