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I'm also interested in feedback on which speakers people have enjoyed. I'm kind of partial to MB Quart since I've had good luck with them in the past.
bill
please clarify your comment about looking for "efficient (lower low-end power rating speakers)". are you talking about db/watt ratings? I understand the comment about capacitors. I've used them to set up high-pass filters in the past.
This can be translated into dB/W, but often this isn't quoted. Usually, an RMS range is quoted (although the peak is more-often quoted as it's a ridiculously high number...i.e. speakers that can withstand 50W continuous can have a peak rating of 240W...although this can indicate the ability to punch out bass cleanly).
MASSIVE difference in sound quality, especially considering my old rear speaker cones were ripped, and one was in shreds! Lots of base, enough that I haven't bothered to seriously consider adding a sub - I used the money I was planning to spend on a sub and an amp to get XM Radio instead - best car audio decision I ever made!
So - the bass doesn't give me the thump-thump that makes my lub-dub go double-quick dub-dub-dub like my home theater subwoofer can (Yamaha 150W RMS) - but for my car, its more than adequate!
I love Bass! One of the best readily available Ales.
Now bass, the fish - that's a whole another story ...
If its seafood (and its not stale!) - I'll eat it!
Meade
Gawd, I can't believe I'm toying with the idea of adding a second subwoofer to the home theatre system ...
Meade
You really have to hear it to understand. Like I said, go test listen.
And I'd still prefer "tight" over "crisp." Crisp denotes light, trebly sound. But I know what you mean.
Looks like we need a new word in our dictionary!
How 'bout "vivid?"
Meade
I have a pair of MB Quart 5 1/2 with crossovers I may put in the doors and a 50 watt Alpine amp to run them. But, I'll see If I can clean things up before I start pulling things apart.
Meade
Where is the best place to buy that MPV stalk?
Here's one on ebay for $60.00 + $20 shipping-
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item- =2411842528&category=38647
Personally I'd go this route for ease and sound quality -
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3019245338- &category=3291
Then again, if you are open to other options get the Infinity.
They were still making the El Camino in '87!?!
Maybe I'm being a little too critical of the sub. I haven't heard the stereo without it so, I don't know how bad it can be. I played with it a bit last night and it definately adds to the system.
It seems this stereo is very touchy. It sounds decent with many of my CD's some of the electronic/dance music sounds very good and my Very Best of the Who sounded good but, the radio generally sounds bad.
I'd buy it for $100 but for $200 (or close) I think I'd pass. Like I said, for a little more cash it could sound much better. Especially if you have to install it.
Late breaking news from Pioneers website-
Model No - tswx50 SRP
Introduction Date - 0494
Description - Car subwoofer
Price - $160.00 (new)
Spare Tire-type sBASSaver subwoofer -150 watts max. 5 1/4 impp
Alas they do not manufactuer or stock it any longer. But, now I have a full name to look for. (Bassaver)
http://www.carreview.com/Subwoofers/Pioneer+TS-WX75+Car+Audio8%5E- +Bassaver/PRD_10458_1808crx.aspx#reviews
http://www.carreview.com/Subwoofers/Infinity+Basslink/PRD_96779_1- 808crx.aspx#reviews
Sounds nice!
I was advised by my Parts Department that the subwoofer is not available as an accessory to your 2003 Mazda Protege5 is the reasoning that I was given. First of all, the vehicle is not wired for the subwoofer and the harness is not compatible on a non-equipped vehicle. Secondly, the trunk boards are different from the non-equipped vehicle as well. Basically, the subwoofer and components are strictly "service parts" and not intended for an add-on accessory feature. Additionally, we have not seen or heard of anything in the works in the future for this car, the sedan, or the Miata.
I apologize that the subwoofer cannot be added on to your vehicle. I hope this explanation was clear. Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance or answer any additional questions."
I believe most of that I suppose. I am unsure whether to believe the part about the harness being incompatible with the "non-equipped" vehicles. I seriously doubt they changed the head units on Protege5s exclusively to accommodate the subwoofer. As I am not that interested anymore, I do not plan to further pursue the matter with Mazda.
Any info would be helpful.
I bought it from mazdastuff.com, but can't remember what I paid. It appears to be $39 now.
I also have the cargo net, which I really like, but my wife thinks is the dumbest thing ever.
Question on tires? Boggse has the answer.
Question on speakers? Boggse to the rescue.
Why don't you just give me your private email address so I can send my questions to you directly?
Anyways, I was actually playing around with the idea of putting in a 4-channel amp and using 2 channels to power the rear door speakers and bridging the other 2 channels into a subwoofer.
I just assumed that if I add more speakers, I would have a better sounding system. It seems like the more speakers you add, the better sound you get.