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CDT, Focal Loud?

Discussion in 'Car Stereo Speakers' started by robahr24, Jul 13, 2008.

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  1. robahr24

    robahr24 Full Member

    So I planned on getting 6.5'' alpine type r components but really I want something different. I don't know anybody that has cdt's or focal components and I know a few people that have type r's. Anybody have experience with these two? How do they compare with type r's?
     
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    robahr24, Jul 13, 2008
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  2. cccullen

    cccullen Full Member

    what exact models are you talking about with the focal and CDT's? I've heard first hand the sound of focal and they sound REALLY good.
     
    cccullen, Jul 13, 2008
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  3. robahr24

    robahr24 Full Member

    I was looking at the 165V1's but if I can find 165V2 for around the same price I would get those. Are these really really loud and clear because thats what I'm looking for.
     
    robahr24, Jul 13, 2008
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  4. cccullen

    cccullen Full Member

    just make sure you get them from an authorized dealer. I don't know about the U.S. but there are a lot fakes out there. Focal polyglass are very clear, you'll be happy with the sound.

    You may also want to take a look at DLS, they are right up there with Focal. I have DLS and I love the sound.
     
    cccullen, Jul 13, 2008
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  5. jonnyv713

    jonnyv713 The Young Gun of CAT

    YES! Watch out for fakes! many out there, if you get them off the internet, look for "Autorized Dealer" next to the Focal link thingy or somewhere on the site.
     
    jonnyv713, Jul 13, 2008
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  6. fstrfvo

    fstrfvo Full Member

    I also have Focal in my car, 6.5 comps upfront with 6x8 in rear deck, both polyglas series. the sound quality is very nice and get quite loud off of a 35x4 Hifonics amp. But if id have to choose id go back to the Oz Audio Matrix Elite, I had them in my last car and to be honest I have not heard a smoother sounding speaker at any price range and they get very loud. If your are a big Alpine fan then go with the type X. Any of those 3 are way above the type r. If you really want loud and crystal clear go with Oz Audio Matrix series, you will love the sound.
     
    fstrfvo, Jul 13, 2008
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  7. robahr24

    robahr24 Full Member

    The oz matrix do look pretty sweet but are a little expensive. I'm looking for something around 250 a pair. I think ill try some cdt, I hear there good and loud, plus I don't know anybody that has them around where I live so I think thats my choice. Last thing would be what amp should I power these with? There 4 ohm 170rms. I figured prolly like a 800-900watt amp.
     
    robahr24, Jul 14, 2008
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  8. G3n3R@1

    G3n3R@1 Full Member

    polk man! :)
     
    G3n3R@1, Jul 14, 2008
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  9. robahr24

    robahr24 Full Member

    What sub should I used to power 2 sets of the cdt compts. I want to spend 350 at the most.
     
    robahr24, Jul 14, 2008
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  10. G3n3R@1

    G3n3R@1 Full Member

    who wants to buy a van
     
    G3n3R@1, Jul 14, 2008
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  11. fstrfvo

    fstrfvo Full Member

    If your looking at 1 sub id go with a Kicker L7 12 inch in a ported box, they bang like a mofo.
     
    fstrfvo, Jul 14, 2008
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  12. robahr24

    robahr24 Full Member

    what kind of amp should I get?
     
    robahr24, Jul 14, 2008
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  13. fstrfvo

    fstrfvo Full Member

    depends on what sub or subs your going to get. Hifonics, Earthquake, ED or Crossfire, treo engineering. Some of the best brands around.
     
    fstrfvo, Jul 14, 2008
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  14. robahr24

    robahr24 Full Member

    What amp should I get to power 4 cdt's?
     
    robahr24, Jul 14, 2008
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  15. cccullen

    cccullen Full Member

    what model CDT's are you getting?
     
    cccullen, Jul 15, 2008
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  16. robahr24

    robahr24 Full Member

    there 4 ef-61fg's, rated at 170 rms a peice.
     
    robahr24, Jul 15, 2008
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  17. cccullen

    cccullen Full Member

    the CDT EF-61FG's are rated at 140watts RMS @ 4ohms.
     
    cccullen, Jul 15, 2008
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  18. fstrfvo

    fstrfvo Full Member

    just a few to look at

    Alpine MRP-F550
    Crossfire VR404
    Hifonics ZXI 6406
     
    fstrfvo, Jul 15, 2008
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  19. cccullen

    cccullen Full Member

    what kind of amp do you have for your sub? do you want the same brand or are you open to any brand?
     
    cccullen, Jul 15, 2008
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  20. robahr24

    robahr24 Full Member

    I have a hifonics but I'm gonna stick with a soundstream or cadence I think? What other amps would be good for around $350
     
    robahr24, Jul 16, 2008
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