anyone interested in replacing door speakers but....

markesc · 10-13-2017, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by froiwok

Are these the updated version? or better?

OPTI6HPRO4

500 Watts RMS / 1000 Watts Peak Power
Heavy duty stamped metal basket and Hardware
Mounting Depth: 2.95''
1'' Horn Loaded Compression Tweeter
Sensitivity: 94 dB (1W/1M)
1.5'' High Temperature CCAW Voice Coil
75 Oz Super Strontium Ferrite Magnet Structure
Sold as : 1
Frequency Response: 180Hz – 22KHz
4 Ohm Impedance
Overall Diameter: 6.85''
Cutout Diameter: 5.67''

No idea, but they are not the same; These are a genuine co-axial, whereas the OP are simply midrange woofers. Could be better/worse if you have tweets in the doors AND the dash at the same time, I've heard arguments that messes up the soundstage, but I could be wrong and I've been out of this game for a long time!

markesc · 10-21-2017, 12:19 AM

After trying out the lanzars, I will say: if you don't have an amp, don't bother. Actually sounded worse than stock sadly. They look cool though! I may just have a bad head unit as it's always crackled in the right channel from new...

I'll go for a full set of Hertz and a nice JL audio 3 channel at this point... after I can tackle this seemingly impossible road noise issue. I'm still lost on how people on here just "live with" the road noise... maybe I'm getting old, but I just have higher expectations at this point. Just playing music louder isn't an option anymore.

axmea? · 10-21-2017, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by markesc

After trying out the lanzars, I will say: ..........

I'll go for a full set of Hertz and a nice JL audio 3 channel at this point... after I can tackle this seemingly impossible road noise issue. I'm still lost on how people on here just "live with" the road noise... maybe I'm getting old, but I just have higher expectations at this point. Just playing music louder isn't an option anymore.

Why even bother with a sound system when you actually need to move on and replace your car to let someone else enjoy the Z. Buy a Lexus or a battery operated car.

sx moneypit · 10-21-2017, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Why even bother with a sound system when you actually need to move on and replace your car to let someone else enjoy the Z. Buy a Lexus or a battery operated car.

markesc · 10-21-2017, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Why even bother with a sound system when you actually need to move on and replace your car to let someone else enjoy the Z. Buy a Lexus or a battery operated car.

I love the car they can bury me in it! I just want a bit less road noise during those 2+ hour long trips where I often hit some bad sections of pavement. I'd rather hear the exhaust / music than the road noise drone!!

ChopsZ · 10-21-2017, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by markesc

After trying out the lanzars, I will say: if you don't have an amp, don't bother. Actually sounded worse than stock sadly. They look cool though! I may just have a bad head unit as it's always crackled in the right channel from new...

That's why you should have upgraded the head unit first. When I replaced my stock head unit with the Pioneer, it made the stock speakers sound a hell of a lot better. It would also make those new speakers of yours sound a lot better.

markesc · 10-24-2017, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ChopsZ

That's why you should have upgraded the head unit first. When I replaced my stock head unit with the Pioneer, it made the stock speakers sound a hell of a lot better. It would also make those new speakers of yours sound a lot better.

I'm on it! Some of us have to learn the hard way! Don't get me wrong, I do have gratitude for the advice of others on here, just was thinking I could save a few $$.

Put the stock speaker back in, seems like I have a blown right channel in the stock unit so it's going to have to go!

RonRizz · 10-04-2017, 06:32 PM

Not an updated version, just a different model entirely. I can't say better or not, I have no experience with them.

markesc · 10-13-2017, 11:42 AM

Just pulled the trigger on these!

and those Memphis audio 2.75" for the dash.

We'll see how good/bad this is with the STOCK headunit! This is the first time I've actually attempted not doing a separate amp just because I'm curious what cheap speakers with a lot of sound deadening can do first.

If you think this car has road noise, go drive an 02-07 wrx with an exhaust = tin can on wheels!

d1gitman · 02-21-2018, 02:37 AM

What are the compatibility repurcusions, if any, to changing the head unit and still using the steering controls I have had not so good luck in the past with other vehicles with this regard

Jayhovah · 02-21-2018, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by d1gitman

What are the compatibility repurcusions, if any, to changing the head unit and still using the steering controls I have had not so good luck in the past with other vehicles with this regard

You need to fit a universal steering wheel control adapter. Most popular here ist he Axxess ASWC-1. I have one in my car and it works great.

There are some sticky threads and videos on setting it up in this subforum.

LennyK · 02-23-2018, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by RonRizz

don't want to go through the trouble of installing components? these babies fit in with a 3/4" spacer, and sound absolutely fantastic. They also handle a TON of power. All that, and then theres the price...........you can't go wrong, trust me..
http://www.amazon.com/Lanzar-OPTI6PM...ywords=opti6pm

THANKS for this Good Idea

I have 2010 Z Sport Roadster w/ Bose HU & stock door spkrs
Couple questions before ordering these speakers w/ adapters

What about the Bose Ohms being "unusual" (4 Ohms??) vs 8?
Any "Best Link" for DYI door speaker installation you advise?

Looking Forward To More Good Advice !!!

RonRizz · 02-23-2018, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by LennyK

THANKS for this Good Idea

I have 2010 Z Sport Roadster w/ Bose HU & stock door spkrs
Couple questions before ordering these speakers w/ adapters

What about the Bose Ohms being "unusual" (4 Ohms??) vs 8?
Any "Best Link" for DYI door speaker installation you advise?

Looking Forward To More Good Advice !!!

What to know about Bose
Heres some good advice... Read this

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10-21-2017, 12:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
markesc Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Utah Posts: 381 Drives: 2014 370z M.B. 7AT Rep Power: 3367	After trying out the lanzars, I will say: if you don't have an amp, don't bother. Actually sounded worse than stock sadly. They look cool though! I may just have a bad head unit as it's always crackled in the right channel from new... I'll go for a full set of Hertz and a nice JL audio 3 channel at this point... after I can tackle this seemingly impossible road noise issue. I'm still lost on how people on here just "live with" the road noise... maybe I'm getting old, but I just have higher expectations at this point. Just playing music louder isn't an option anymore.

10-13-2017, 11:42 AM	#9 (permalink)
markesc Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Utah Posts: 381 Drives: 2014 370z M.B. 7AT Rep Power: 3367	Just pulled the trigger on these! and those Memphis audio 2.75" for the dash. We'll see how good/bad this is with the STOCK headunit! This is the first time I've actually attempted not doing a separate amp just because I'm curious what cheap speakers with a lot of sound deadening can do first. If you think this car has road noise, go drive an 02-07 wrx with an exhaust = tin can on wheels!

02-21-2018, 02:37 AM	#10 (permalink)
d1gitman Base Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Lexington MA Posts: 4 Drives: 16 370z P White Auto Rep Power: 10	What are the compatibility repurcusions, if any, to changing the head unit and still using the steering controls I have had not so good luck in the past with other vehicles with this regard