Newbie SQ Setup

Discussion in 'General Car Audio Discussions' started by lurid, Dec 21, 2008.

  1. lurid

    lurid New Member

    Hello everyone, I own a 1994 Camaro hatchback coupe that i'm currently doing work on here and there to restore it to great condition. I've done most of the modifications I had planned for the engine / drive train so now i'm more or less focusing on the interior (ugh). I'm looking for a setup that will have good SQ without breaking the bank, however I dont' really have a budget in mind.

    What I was thinking is that i'll pay up to where the break point in quality is. Usually you pay up to a certain point and then its just for show and very small gains, so wherever that point is on average. Quality stuff that isn't stupidly expensive (Say $500 - $600? if I just had to give a number) Keep in mind that this is an on going project so there isn't a set budget.

    The car uses 6-3/4" or 6.5" speakers for the front and back. I currently have a Pioneer HU (older model, not sure of the serial #), two Alphasonic 10" subs (not sure of the model #) with a 600w (?) amp. I'll check out what I have in a few minutes and edit the post.

    Looking for:

    Good SQ (Value for Dollar)
    New HU (MP3 CD Compatible is a plus, AUX in necessary, minimalist nothing fancy preferred)

    Subs not necessary, I kind of find that with the stock setup the 10" subs over power the sound quality and i'm trying to avoid that. So a good sound stage is paramount. I'll be sound matting the doors and etc.. as well. Any opinions are greatly appreciated. Thanks!
     
  2. pedro quiroga

    pedro quiroga Well-Known Member

    welcome to the forums. i too am gearing towards sq/sql.

    im a big polk fan so maybe their db series comps will work for you. you can find them online for about 120ish.

    also JBL is another good brand to look into. i know a SQ guy that runs all JBL.

    i hear focal has a budget comp set too. mb quarts, PG rs series got good reviews as well.

    good luck.
     
  3. cccullen

    cccullen Full Member

    Don't forget to take a look at DLS as well.
     
  4. pedro quiroga

    pedro quiroga Well-Known Member