different brands tend to have differrent sound trends. Infinity has a reputation for lots of treble to the point of being harsh. I personally like them but that is what the reviews say. If you put a small amp on them it really helps. Alpine are pretty well rounded. To get familiar with a what differnernt brands sound like and what you like head to your local stereo shop or even best buy. Speakers are like TV's they are not built the same and what one person likes another may not.
Componate sets are usually a higher quality than just a standard pair of speakers. They also like a little more power. A powered set of 6.5in speakers aren't going to raddle your doors and set off car alarms, but they will have enough low end to satisfy or atleast not feel like you are missing out on a part of the music granted that you aren't a bass head. If that isn't enough you can add a sub. There are 2 basic types. SPL (loud) SQ(sound quality). SPL get loud raddle everything and can lose accuracy when the music gets busy. SQ doesn't get as loud but can keep up with the fast beats of rock and jazz (they are less impressive it you listen to rap). They can still rattle the inside of your car if you turn it up. My Image Dynamics Q series 12" is rated to get up to 120db or so they advertise is it a nice mix of sq that can still be heard. If you want something loud that will impress your friend from blocks away go with Rockford or Kicker. For a cleaner sound I would go with boston acoustics, Image dynamics, MB Quarters. Alpine type R's are a nice mix louder than ID but still clean sounding( they also require alot more power).
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