c5-650 component /w xd400/4 amp both JL audio

[tdehtorp]

Hey guys, i'm a new 370Z owner and I must say the stock speakers are horrific. I have the base model and I cannot turn the speakers up very loud due to distortion. I was looking for some commentary on speakers/amp, as of now I don't want subs and not looking to do the rear speakers. The speakers and amp I had in mind are both JL audio speakers set up would be the c5-650 and the amp is the 4 channel 400/4 xd amp. Any suggestions on speakers amps would be much appreciated and also if someone already has something similar to my system let me know how you like it.



Thanks,

Thomas

[Juleous]

JL Audio is high priced for what you get, I really like Boston Acoustic Pro Series, Alpine X type, Polk Audio DB series.

As for an amp the Alpine PDX series is popular, I like Boston myself but your choice is good.

JL components are just expensive, if your thinking higher end everyone loves Focal or Morel. For a high end amp look at Audison they are awesome in my book.

[bigaudiofanat]

I agree with the over priced jl stuff. I recommend alpine pdx 5 amp.if you want to run.speakers and a sub and polk components and poll or rockford for subs.
Also X2 on audison and check out image dynamics as well.

[tdehtorp]

Thanks guys ill check into it tmrw. Appreciate you guys taking the time to post and reply to my thread.

[Juleous]

At Sonic right now Polk MM6501 199$ or Boston Pro 60SE 289$
Boston Acoustic GT-2125 amp 229$
Alpine PDX 2.150 259$
Alpine PDX 5 379$ if you want to add a sub later.

I like Boston myself, always have. Seperate amps allow for more custom setup.

Either of those setups would be killer.

[tdehtorp]

If you don't mind me asking, how much was your sub setup /w the stealthbox?

[Juleous]

I live in Canada so it costs me more than it would you.

Box shipped $250ish
2 subs $250
MTX RE-Q $100
HiFonics Amp $300
Wiring and Dynamat $300

You do the same for less from Cali.

[tdehtorp]

Ah i c, did you consider that JL stealth box?

[Juleous]

Originally Posted by tdehtorp

Ah i c, did you consider that JL stealth box?

Looked at it, way expensive for what you get IMO. I wanted something I could put what ever subs I wanted in it, I was thinking about going X type from the R type and pushing 1700watts at 1ohm on the Brutus. Easy to do, only problem Z electrical not powerfull enough at that point.

[tdehtorp]

Originally Posted by Juleous

Looked at it, way expensive for what you get IMO. I wanted something I could put what ever subs I wanted in it, I was thinking about going X type from the R type and pushing 1700watts at 1ohm on the Brutus. Easy to do, only problem Z electrical not powerfull enough at that point.

yeah that would be pretty insane in a small Z too "bumpinnnn" haha. the zenclosure box is reasonably priced as well, so I know you said to stay away from the JL c5 650's because of the price but the audio guy I got a quote from said those installed for 350$ does that seem reasonable or shady? and i'm really stoked on that 5 channel alpine amp thx for suggestion on that

[Juleous]

Originally Posted by tdehtorp

yeah that would be pretty insane in a small Z too "bumpinnnn" haha. the zenclosure box is reasonably priced as well, so I know you said to stay away from the JL c5 650's because of the price but the audio guy I got a quote from said those installed for 350$ does that seem reasonable or shady? and i'm really stoked on that 5 channel alpine amp thx for suggestion on that

If your going one sub look at the CAS enclosure, seems to be decent. I have two tens in a Zenclosure with 1000watts right now.

That's a good price for that JL model, only thing is could you get more for the same or less price? If your having someone do the install then your options are a little more limited, cause they will carry their brands.

5 channel amps are common place, many brands make them. The Alpine is a really good price for what you get, only thing is if your not going to bridge the 4 channels to two then it's a little under powered for some bigger components. But for a front stage only plus one sub you can't beat a PDX 5 on price. Quality sure but the Alpine unit is very nice, my only gripe would be to hide the wiring with end caps.

[bigaudiofanat]

Way way way to expensive stupid expensive get a zenclosure box instead.

[FuszNissan]

PDX5 amp is awesome. I almost went with the JL 900/5, but that baby is $$$$$