Audio Install

Graybullet · 09-12-2009, 10:58 PM

I just had my full audio system installed. I started to tackle my speakers and such, but decided to go to the audio shop to do it. In the end, they supposed offered me a good deal...sooo. It's pretty generic, nothing fancy with custom boxes...(would've cost too much to ship to HI and a pain when I need to ship the car back). Anyway, I have the following installed:

HU: Kenwood DNX 7140

Amp: Alpine PDX 5

Front Speakers: JL C5-650

Rear Speakers: JL C2-350x

Sub: JL Audio CP108LG-W3v3

I know that rears aren't needed, however, the manager was giving it to me for an extra $60 which included wires/install. So, I decided to take it...can't hurt for that price.

Youtube link demo of video quality...welll attempt to.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJILifrSLtY

Again, nothing fancy...and that little sub is THUMPING! I laughed when the store recommended it, but I stopped when I heard it after it was install

kdo2milger · 09-12-2009, 11:01 PM

looks good

Romanowski · 09-13-2009, 04:16 AM

Where did you go to get the work done?

SlikNik · 09-13-2009, 08:18 AM

Nice set up, How do you like those C5's so far

kevr6 · 09-13-2009, 08:31 AM

Nice! Simple is good!!

G37Sam · 09-13-2009, 09:45 AM

Nice and simple I love it! I was expecting some thumping though

kenchan · 09-13-2009, 02:03 PM

nice!

bsramzy · 09-13-2009, 02:31 PM

did you end up using the metra kit for the trim piece?

Graybullet · 09-13-2009, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru3l

Where did you go to get the work done?

Car Audio Specialist. I think they have a place by you as well as in town. Just remember, they don't do custom boxes or anything like that.

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlikNik

Nice set up, How do you like those C5's so far

So far, I love it. I'm no audio enthuaist, but these speakers amazing! Not sure if this the HU or speakers, but when playing music, I can hear certain instruments clearly and distinct.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsramzy

did you end up using the metra kit for the trim piece?

No, the OEM trim piece fitted just fine. I believe that's more for the Bose because the faceplate is integrated with the trim.

rackley · 09-13-2009, 10:37 PM

Do you know how they did the tweeter mounting? These look like nice speakers but I can't picture how you'd mount the tweeters without cutting up the factory tweeter overlays..

Graybullet · 09-13-2009, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rackley

Do you know how they did the tweeter mounting? These look like nice speakers but I can't picture how you'd mount the tweeters without cutting up the factory tweeter overlays..

I'm not sure..I know they didn't use the oem overlay because I have both OEM ones intact.

abakja1 · 09-24-2009, 04:08 AM

Can u PM me install prices?
Thanks!

ConchZ2 · 09-24-2009, 08:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Graybullet

I just had my full audio system installed. I started to tackle my speakers and such, but decided to go to the audio shop to do it. In the end, they supposed offered me a good deal...sooo. It's pretty generic, nothing fancy with custom boxes...(would've cost too much to ship to HI and a pain when I need to ship the car back). Anyway, I have the following installed:

HU: Kenwood DNX 7140

Amp: Alpine PDX 5

Front Speakers: JL C5-650

Rear Speakers: JL C2-350x

Sub: JL Audio CP108LG-W3v3

I know that rears aren't needed, however, the manager was giving it to me for an extra $60 which included wires/install. So, I decided to take it...can't hurt for that price.

Youtube link demo of video quality...welll attempt to.

YouTube - kenwood1

Again, nothing fancy...and that little sub is THUMPING! I laughed when the store recommended it, but I stopped when I heard it after it was install

I’m jealous…………..that is one beautiful system!!

Rhinetom · 10-29-2009, 11:52 AM

I am thinking of getting that same sub. How to you like it so far? Thanks!

Matt · 10-29-2009, 12:10 PM

Where's the amp mounted? Can't tell from that pic.

09-12-2009, 11:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
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