Audio Options
 

Had a couple questions, I should be picking up my 2012 base here soon but I've been reading through the audio section to get some ideas. I'm a big home audio guy, mainly 2 channel but I also built up a Rythmik audio 15".

For the Z I would like to replace the head unit, a 5 channel amp and throw in a component set. I'm not sure that I want a sub in the car, but figure a 5 channel amp would allow for easier future upgrading. Having said that, I would like a component set that fills in the bottom end, which seem to point towards the ID CXS64 V2. I was looking and noticed that the CXS64 V1? (WoofersEtc.com - CXS64 - Image Dynamics 6.5" 2 Way Component System) seem to play a little lower. I know there are a lot of factors in determining this and specs aren't everything I was just curious if you knew anything about that.

Anyway, here is my list so far, please critique as you see fit:

Head Unit: Pioneer AVH-P4300DVD or Kenwood DDX418
Kinda like the idea of the bigger screen on the Pioneer

Speakers: Really bouncing back and forth on this one between Hertz HSK165, Focal 165V30 and ID CXS64 V1/V2

Amp: Alpine PDX 5

What would a typical install cost me, I know I am leaving other stuff out like wheel controls, spacers, etc.

help?

Audio upgrade
 

Go listen to the various speakers; then decide.

I guess the new version of the Alpine PDX 5 is ok. Look at the RMS rating to determine for the speakers' power needs. Check out Hertz HDP amps. Check out DIYMA for information on audio stuff.

I can't speak to the installation price since I installed my audio stuff myself. See the install sticky above in this section to at least familarize yourself of what is involved. As a suggestion, add sound installation to the rear hatch and doors that will optimize the speaker performance.

Good luck!

I would go with the ID's for their smoother tweeters than the hertz.

bigaudio,

What do you think about the Focal 165V30's, found some a really good price.

If you like loud bright tweeters they are the way to go.

I just want a good double din HU thats all touch based. prefered features are
Blue tooth (phone and music stream)
NAV
anything else would be a bonus. any suggestions?... looking at you BigAudioFan!