Component System Needed!! halpmeh

DefaZe · 02-18-2009, 10:39 PM

So I've never done anything with components before or aftermarket tweets or anything so I need help deciding what I should get. I like to have good punch from my base but not enough where it drowns out my music. I also don't have endless cash, and I can't give an exact budget, but whatever is the best for the money. Last thing; I'm going to get a whole system later on and I want it all to match, besides the subs ofc, but I want a good brand that I can get the same series speakers later.

2003SCT · 02-19-2009, 12:15 AM

Pick up some MB Quart separates.....since they have changed parent companies, you can pick them up cheaper on Ebay. Always had Quart, always will. The set in my S10 rock every day.

CHRIS

Metallman56 · 02-19-2009, 03:47 PM

quart is some excellent stuff no doubt. if your on a budget i'd recomend brands like boston acoustics, pioneer premier, kenwood excelon, quart, and diamond audio.

all of these brands can be bought cheap at www.woofersect.com

DefaZe · 02-19-2009, 04:49 PM

okay what size do I want? i have the metra 6.5" speaker adapters lying around here somewhere so I could get 6.5's but i read somewhere that 5.25's are better? what's the scoop on that? and do I need brackets for 5 1/4"? or will those fit in the stock slots?

ace_332 · 02-19-2009, 07:39 PM

go with diamond audio. you will find some great components at a good price on ebay

DefaZe · 02-20-2009, 12:02 PM

Hmm okay well I was looking a lot and ive been researching speakers off my ass for awhile, and I went into a couple audio shops and listened to speakers too, to compare different brands etc..
I decided I'm going to get these:
http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=6133
Then later I'm going to replace the rears I have now with these:
http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=6143
And lastly, to amp them:
http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=6251

Input pleaseee!

Metallman56 · 02-20-2009, 02:02 PM

polks, really? what store did you go to, best buy?

sudden_impulse · 02-21-2009, 01:34 PM

Those Polk speakers are good. 5.25" speakers are recommended over 6.5" because the deeper speaker might hit the window when it's coming down, which could crack the glass or break the clips. For good yet cheap speakers, check out Phoenix Gold RSD 5.25" or CDT 5.25" components on eBay, the PG are around $70 now, and the CDT are $100 shipped. The PG sound good, haven't gotten a chance to hear the CDT speakers yet.

TbombsGT · 03-04-2009, 12:28 AM

Front Stage
http://www.dealercostcaraudio.com/re...ers5-rs5a.aspx

Screw the rear

Amp
http://www.dealercostcaraudio.com/performanceca31.aspx

Subs

link

First, this would be a very fine sounding system....all matches and you wouldnt be rocking the same thing everyone else has!!! ie JL, Kicker, and, dare I say, Infinity!!! (and sound better)

AleroME · 03-04-2009, 12:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ace_332

go with diamond audio. you will find some great components at a good price on ebay

Diamond Audio FTW! I got the HEX 5 1/4 & 6 1/2 component sets in my alero and the TDX 10" subs.

sounds crystal clear and the tweeters are ear piercing loud.

Ajaxus · 03-04-2009, 06:15 AM

You could also look at what I have for sale if you want a good amp/sub to back it all up, and save some trunk space in the process..

DefaZe · 03-04-2009, 11:43 PM

Okay so Diamond is the majority vote here? I decided my budget is about 600 for front components+rears+amp.

DefaZe · 03-04-2009, 11:43 PM

and AJ i already got a sub/amp thanks though.

Metallman56 · 03-06-2009, 11:19 AM

i dont know if diamond is what we all recomend, but i think most of us agree that diamond audio makes some really good stuff. i'm guessing you dont have a diamond audio retailer in alaska which blows, but i'm yet to hear anyone say they dont like diamond. they make really good sounding quality stuff.

for $600 plus the amp, here are the comps i would recomend. there all excellent speakers so you really cant go wrong with any of them.

Diamond Audio S500s
http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=1136

Boston Acoustics Pro50
http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=1077

MB Quart QSD213
http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=1214

Pioneer TS-C520PRS
http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=4986

Ajaxus · 03-06-2009, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DefaZe

and AJ i already got a sub/amp thanks though.

damn it all

tell your friends,

DefaZe · 03-06-2009, 11:01 PM

should I mat my doors too?

DefaZe · 03-06-2009, 11:31 PM

Okay I decided on the Diamond S500s, I found them on eBay for $190 shipped!

So what should I get for rears to match them.
I need to get some that can handle 150 watts rms right?
And also amp too...

DefaZe · 03-08-2009, 01:43 PM

quick answer!! I need to order asap! What amp for the Diamond Audio S500s that will not steal all my money, cheapest amp is preferred.

TbombsGT · 03-08-2009, 03:45 PM

elemental designs is still having closeout on their 2 channels....at work so dont have time to link up for you.

Still wouldve stuck to the DLS speakers over Diamonds.....diamond just not what they were 10 yrs ago(like a lot of companies) If you were gonna spend that kind of money couldve moved up to the MSA's

The eD 2 channels are good amps, good power, and cheap.

DefaZe · 03-08-2009, 04:55 PM

I already made my mind up on the Diamond S500s, but thanks.

Okay what about this amp. It's like the cheapest amp I could find that would provide full power to these components. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=300294182034

02-18-2009, 10:39 PM	#1
DefaZe GAGT - Member AKA: Steffan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Age: 29 Posts: 260 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	Component System Needed!! halpmeh So I've never done anything with components before or aftermarket tweets or anything so I need help deciding what I should get. I like to have good punch from my base but not enough where it drowns out my music. I also don't have endless cash, and I can't give an exact budget, but whatever is the best for the money. Last thing; I'm going to get a whole system later on and I want it all to match, besides the subs ofc, but I want a good brand that I can get the same series speakers later.

02-19-2009, 12:15 AM	#2
2003SCT GAGT - Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Age: 41 Posts: 1,710 Vehicle: 2003 Grand Am SC/T	Pick up some MB Quart separates.....since they have changed parent companies, you can pick them up cheaper on Ebay. Always had Quart, always will. The set in my S10 rock every day. CHRIS __________________ UNLV Alumni...Go Rebels! 2003 Grand Am SC/T Coupe in White. Borla Cat-Back, F/R Speedbuilt sway bars, H&R Sports/KYB, 18" Misano Lightweights wrapped in Falken FK-452 Euro-Sports and ZAINO! 2000 Chevrolet S10 Flareside: K&N Intake, Truxedo Tonneau and Gibson Cat Back

02-19-2009, 03:47 PM	#3
Metallman56 Bears Fan AKA: Metall Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Indiana Age: 36 Posts: 3,856 Vehicle: 2001 grand am gt coupe	quart is some excellent stuff no doubt. if your on a budget i'd recomend brands like boston acoustics, pioneer premier, kenwood excelon, quart, and diamond audio. all of these brands can be bought cheap at www.woofersect.com __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/209706...am?action=demo So you proved your point about the camaro - condense your sig. - Your friendly Administration

02-20-2009, 02:02 PM	#7
Metallman56 Bears Fan AKA: Metall Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Indiana Age: 36 Posts: 3,856 Vehicle: 2001 grand am gt coupe	polks, really? what store did you go to, best buy? __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/209706...am?action=demo So you proved your point about the camaro - condense your sig. - Your friendly Administration

02-21-2009, 01:34 PM	#8
sudden_impulse GAGT - Member AKA: Derek Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Stanley, ND Age: 31 Posts: 237 Vehicle: 01 GAGT	Those Polk speakers are good. 5.25" speakers are recommended over 6.5" because the deeper speaker might hit the window when it's coming down, which could crack the glass or break the clips. For good yet cheap speakers, check out Phoenix Gold RSD 5.25" or CDT 5.25" components on eBay, the PG are around $70 now, and the CDT are $100 shipped. The PG sound good, haven't gotten a chance to hear the CDT speakers yet. __________________ DDs - 01 GAGT, 08 G6GXP Toys - 72 Nova, 06 Shadow Spirit

02-19-2009, 04:49 PM	#4
DefaZe GAGT - Member AKA: Steffan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Age: 29 Posts: 260 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	okay what size do I want? i have the metra 6.5" speaker adapters lying around here somewhere so I could get 6.5's but i read somewhere that 5.25's are better? what's the scoop on that? and do I need brackets for 5 1/4"? or will those fit in the stock slots?

02-19-2009, 07:39 PM	#5
ace_332 GAGT - Member AKA: ACE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: St. Louis,MO Age: 33 Posts: 162 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am GT	go with diamond audio. you will find some great components at a good price on ebay

02-20-2009, 12:02 PM	#6
DefaZe GAGT - Member AKA: Steffan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Age: 29 Posts: 260 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	Hmm okay well I was looking a lot and ive been researching speakers off my ass for awhile, and I went into a couple audio shops and listened to speakers too, to compare different brands etc.. I decided I'm going to get these: http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=6133 Then later I'm going to replace the rears I have now with these: http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=6143 And lastly, to amp them: http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=6251 Input pleaseee!

03-04-2009, 12:28 AM	#9
TbombsGT GAGT - Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 48 Vehicle: 2003 Grand Am GT Cp	Front Stage http://www.dealercostcaraudio.com/re...ers5-rs5a.aspx Screw the rear Amp http://www.dealercostcaraudio.com/performanceca31.aspx Subs link First, this would be a very fine sounding system....all matches and you wouldnt be rocking the same thing everyone else has!!! ie JL, Kicker, and, dare I say, Infinity!!! (and sound better)

03-04-2009, 11:43 PM	#12
DefaZe GAGT - Member AKA: Steffan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Age: 29 Posts: 260 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	Okay so Diamond is the majority vote here? I decided my budget is about 600 for front components+rears+amp.

03-06-2009, 11:19 AM	#14
Metallman56 Bears Fan AKA: Metall Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Indiana Age: 36 Posts: 3,856 Vehicle: 2001 grand am gt coupe	i dont know if diamond is what we all recomend, but i think most of us agree that diamond audio makes some really good stuff. i'm guessing you dont have a diamond audio retailer in alaska which blows, but i'm yet to hear anyone say they dont like diamond. they make really good sounding quality stuff. for $600 plus the amp, here are the comps i would recomend. there all excellent speakers so you really cant go wrong with any of them. Diamond Audio S500s http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=1136 Boston Acoustics Pro50 http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=1077 MB Quart QSD213 http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=1214 Pioneer TS-C520PRS http://www.woofersetc.com/index.cfm?...roduct_ID=4986 __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/209706...am?action=demo So you proved your point about the camaro - condense your sig. - Your friendly Administration

03-06-2009, 11:01 PM	#16
DefaZe GAGT - Member AKA: Steffan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Age: 29 Posts: 260 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	should I mat my doors too?

03-06-2009, 11:31 PM	#17
DefaZe GAGT - Member AKA: Steffan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Age: 29 Posts: 260 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	Okay I decided on the Diamond S500s, I found them on eBay for $190 shipped! So what should I get for rears to match them. I need to get some that can handle 150 watts rms right? And also amp too... Last edited by DefaZe; 03-06-2009 at 11:45 PM.

03-08-2009, 01:43 PM	#18
DefaZe GAGT - Member AKA: Steffan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Age: 29 Posts: 260 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	quick answer!! I need to order asap! What amp for the Diamond Audio S500s that will not steal all my money, cheapest amp is preferred.

03-08-2009, 03:45 PM	#19
TbombsGT GAGT - Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 48 Vehicle: 2003 Grand Am GT Cp	elemental designs is still having closeout on their 2 channels....at work so dont have time to link up for you. Still wouldve stuck to the DLS speakers over Diamonds.....diamond just not what they were 10 yrs ago(like a lot of companies) If you were gonna spend that kind of money couldve moved up to the MSA's The eD 2 channels are good amps, good power, and cheap. Last edited by TbombsGT; 03-08-2009 at 03:53 PM.

03-08-2009, 04:55 PM	#20
DefaZe GAGT - Member AKA: Steffan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Age: 29 Posts: 260 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	I already made my mind up on the Diamond S500s, but thanks. Okay what about this amp. It's like the cheapest amp I could find that would provide full power to these components. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=300294182034 Last edited by DefaZe; 03-11-2009 at 04:21 AM.

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