Audio Upgrade from Base System

Surly

Greetings! My first post!

Owner of a 2011 Z, Gun Metallic with sport package, and have been browsing the forums for awhile.

I thought I'd post a quick rundown of some simple audio upgrades I plan on doing, in case anyone finds it useful in the future, or perhaps if anyone has any advice before I actually get the installation done.

I'm not looking to do anything too intense, just an upgrade from the base system (which is actually better than I expected). So far I'm planning to keep the stock HU.

I've purchased the Sound Ordinance 8" sub from Crutchfield for $199, planning to have that installed in the trunk, preferably under the carpet in the back center, not sure on my options for installation just yet.

I have read on here people have had good success using Polk DBs with the stock head unit, I mentioned that to my installer and he recommended the Alpine S or R component speakers, also saying they'd run from the stock HU. So, I'm planning to have the R's put in as well.

That's it for now, just looking for a vast sound improvement and cost shouldn't run more than $750 or so.

I'll follow up on the results if anyone is interested!