Car Audio 101

bigaudiofanat · 09-17-2009, 08:10 PM

If you search around the threads look for "bose" in the titles. They mention it as well.

JoeD · 09-17-2009, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

If you search around the threads look for "bose" in the titles. They mention it as well.

Thanks. I couldn't figure that out on my own.

There's only one thread comparing the Base and Touring sound-system, and it's filled with a whole lotta' nothing.

I don't care about modifying...spending a dime on aftermarket-audio is something I've never or even think I'll ever do, so the modability, processors, wiring, etc. mean nothing to me, so that aspect of the Base's advantage over the Touring is moot. The only thing I care about is the outright sound, and this is the only time I've heard someone say the Base has the Touring beat.

bigaudiofanat · 09-17-2009, 09:53 PM

My apologies all I was doing was helping you find more info. I did not knwo if you knew about the other threads and all.

37Z · 09-30-2009, 07:55 PM

I plan on speakers in the stock locations (i.e. doors and dash) plus a sub in rear hatch. For an amp; is it best to do a 5 channel amp (1-channel for each speaker) or? What are the tuning parameters to optimize the sound for the 370Z interior?

bigaudiofanat · 09-30-2009, 09:26 PM

Your going to have to play around with the tuning and find out. Every setup is different.

Demon Z · 11-07-2009, 07:43 PM

Hey Big, what's your take on midbass speakers? In a typical 6-speaker setup, with the subs crossed over at 60-80, and the tweets picking up at around 3k, it seems like the mids are being asked to cover a very large and crucial area of the tonal spectrum by themselves. Would it be worth a pair of midbass 6.5s to cover the 80-600 (or so)? And also, what's your opinion of the Infinity Perfect series? Thanx in advance.

bigaudiofanat · 11-07-2009, 08:09 PM

If you are referring to component speakers they are made to take those freq. You should always have a solid low mid and highs. So in short yes I would recommended them if you are replacing speakers you should always replace the tweeters and the woofers at the same time. This way you are going to have a set that will work with each other. My personal choices Image Dynamics and Polk SR series. Now if you are referring to 3 ways with a tweeter mid and another woofer than the sub well they are a lot more tricky and require a lot of time patience and a good set of ears and head unit to tune them. As for infinity I am not a fan, honestly from what I have heard there is just not a lot of clarity for what you pay for. Also 6 speakers I think you mean 5 unless you are going to have 2 subs. I do not recommend them for the average user nor to myself in most cases as they take also a lot of time to install and modding the door "referring to 3 ways components. I hope this answered your question.

Demon Z · 11-07-2009, 08:34 PM

Yeah, I was referring to a component set and a pair of subs. With respect to the 370, I figured the rear speaker spots would be good locations for midbass, as imaging shouldn't be a factor with lower frequencies, and to take some of the load (no pun intended) off of the mids. I'd never consider 2, 3 or eleventeen way speakers in the Z....it deserves better than that. I also understand your point about the difficulty of fine tuning a system like that with novice ears. Sorry if I wasn't clear enough before. Thanks again.

bigaudiofanat · 11-07-2009, 08:59 PM

No problem, I still would not use the rear speakers even for mid bass, a good amp and a solid set of components are going to give you that, and of cores the sub for the low stuff. Rear speaker weather it is rear fill or mids still are a wast In my honest opinion.

ConchZ2 · 11-28-2009, 08:58 AM

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nismo09 · 01-25-2010, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

No problem, I still would not use the rear speakers even for mid bass, a good amp and a solid set of components are going to give you that, and of cores the sub for the low stuff. Rear speaker weather it is rear fill or mids still are a wast In my honest opinion.

Big - long time no talk. Good to see you are still giving great advice. Quick question. In a component setup - the current dash speaker area in the 370Z should be able to handle the tweeters correct?

vipor · 01-25-2010, 03:13 PM

yes the dash location will accommodate most tweeters at least up to 1"

It's typically recommended that the tweeter should be installed 0-18" from the woofer though. So ideally you can mount it next to or on top of the woofer more like a coaxial set up. This will give you the most even right-to-left sound stage and keep your complete range coming from same location.

bigaudiofanat · 01-25-2010, 03:50 PM

Yes you can put the tweeter in the dash location. The easiest way that I have done it is cut the old tweeter out of its metal housing and put the new one in its places. You can fit bigger tweeters than 1 inch in the location but you will jsut need to make a new bracket. Do not worry though most component setups have a 1 inch tweeter. Or you can make a metal plated and cut out the opening for the new tweeter as well as the mounting holes. Just make sure to run new wire to the new tweeters.

nismo09 · 01-25-2010, 04:04 PM

Thanks Big and Vipor - mucho appreciated.

bigaudiofanat · 04-16-2010, 04:17 PM

Not a problem

09-17-2009, 08:10 PM	#61 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	If you search around the threads look for "bose" in the titles. They mention it as well. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

09-17-2009, 09:53 PM	#63 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	My apologies all I was doing was helping you find more info. I did not knwo if you knew about the other threads and all. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

09-30-2009, 07:55 PM	#64 (permalink)
37Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 476 Drives: 370Z MB 6M -sold Rep Power: 263	Amp Question I plan on speakers in the stock locations (i.e. doors and dash) plus a sub in rear hatch. For an amp; is it best to do a 5 channel amp (1-channel for each speaker) or? What are the tuning parameters to optimize the sound for the 370Z interior?

09-30-2009, 09:26 PM	#65 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Your going to have to play around with the tuning and find out. Every setup is different. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

11-07-2009, 08:09 PM	#67 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	If you are referring to component speakers they are made to take those freq. You should always have a solid low mid and highs. So in short yes I would recommended them if you are replacing speakers you should always replace the tweeters and the woofers at the same time. This way you are going to have a set that will work with each other. My personal choices Image Dynamics and Polk SR series. Now if you are referring to 3 ways with a tweeter mid and another woofer than the sub well they are a lot more tricky and require a lot of time patience and a good set of ears and head unit to tune them. As for infinity I am not a fan, honestly from what I have heard there is just not a lot of clarity for what you pay for. Also 6 speakers I think you mean 5 unless you are going to have 2 subs. I do not recommend them for the average user nor to myself in most cases as they take also a lot of time to install and modding the door "referring to 3 ways components. I hope this answered your question. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/ Last edited by bigaudiofanat; 11-07-2009 at 08:13 PM.

11-07-2009, 07:43 PM	#66 (permalink)
Demon Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 229 Drives: '13 FR-S Rep Power: 17	Hey Big, what's your take on midbass speakers? In a typical 6-speaker setup, with the subs crossed over at 60-80, and the tweets picking up at around 3k, it seems like the mids are being asked to cover a very large and crucial area of the tonal spectrum by themselves. Would it be worth a pair of midbass 6.5s to cover the 80-600 (or so)? And also, what's your opinion of the Infinity Perfect series? Thanx in advance.

11-07-2009, 08:34 PM	#68 (permalink)
Demon Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 229 Drives: '13 FR-S Rep Power: 17	Yeah, I was referring to a component set and a pair of subs. With respect to the 370, I figured the rear speaker spots would be good locations for midbass, as imaging shouldn't be a factor with lower frequencies, and to take some of the load (no pun intended) off of the mids. I'd never consider 2, 3 or eleventeen way speakers in the Z....it deserves better than that. I also understand your point about the difficulty of fine tuning a system like that with novice ears. Sorry if I wasn't clear enough before. Thanks again.

11-07-2009, 08:59 PM	#69 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	No problem, I still would not use the rear speakers even for mid bass, a good amp and a solid set of components are going to give you that, and of cores the sub for the low stuff. Rear speaker weather it is rear fill or mids still are a wast In my honest opinion. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

11-28-2009, 08:58 AM	#70 (permalink)
ConchZ2 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: connecticut Posts: 329 Drives: 09 370Z red 6sp sprt Rep Power: 16	Best 5 car stereos.................as of 11/28/09 Best 5 car car stereos - car audio systems - CNET Reviews

01-25-2010, 03:13 PM	#72 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	yes the dash location will accommodate most tweeters at least up to 1" It's typically recommended that the tweeter should be installed 0-18" from the woofer though. So ideally you can mount it next to or on top of the woofer more like a coaxial set up. This will give you the most even right-to-left sound stage and keep your complete range coming from same location. __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

01-25-2010, 03:50 PM	#73 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Yes you can put the tweeter in the dash location. The easiest way that I have done it is cut the old tweeter out of its metal housing and put the new one in its places. You can fit bigger tweeters than 1 inch in the location but you will jsut need to make a new bracket. Do not worry though most component setups have a 1 inch tweeter. Or you can make a metal plated and cut out the opening for the new tweeter as well as the mounting holes. Just make sure to run new wire to the new tweeters. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

01-25-2010, 04:04 PM	#74 (permalink)
nismo09 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Austin Posts: 159 Drives: 09 Nismo Rep Power: 16	Thanks Big and Vipor - mucho appreciated.

04-16-2010, 04:17 PM	#75 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Not a problem __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

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