im gonna be upgrading my sound system even further this summer with a new head unit & speakers

im gonna be buying:

• 2 Rockford Fosgate P3D412 12" Subs
• 2 Rockford Fosgate T1652 6.5 door speakers
• 2 Rockford Fosgate T1693 6x9s

that's all ive got in mind so far im gonna build a custom sub box but i need ideas on what head unit & what amp to go with

keep in mind id like to stay fairly cheep on those so any help would be appreciated

& the head unit must have a usb plug in

 

My first suggestion would be don't buy those front speakers. Get component speakers, it's completely worth the extra money especially considering you have factory components. Alpine Type X components are a very good set of speakers for the money.

Those subs are ok, but you might also consider the Alpine Type R as an alternative if you're interested.

Are you wanting to amp your speakers too, or just the subs? For the subs you chose, look for an amp that does 1000-1200 watts RMS at 1 ohm. Two options:
1: http://www.powermaxelectronics.com/p...&idcategory=10
2: http://www.powermaxelectronics.com/p...&idcategory=10

As for the headunit, just look at all the headunits in your price range from reputable brands like Pioneer, Eclipse, Alpine, JVC, and Panasonic. Compare the features they offer and play with them in the store if you can. Pick the one that suits you best based on features you want and what you like in terms of menu layout and ease of use.

 

ok whats everyone think about this set up?

Clarion CZ300 CD/MP3/WMA/USB Head unit
2 Rockford Fosgate P3D412 12" Subwoofers
Hifonics ZXi-1010 1000W 2-Channel Amplifier
Rockford Fosgate P1652-S 6-1/2"
Rockford Fosgate T1693 6x9

& i was wondering if anyone knew where i could get the speaker wire adapters to use the factory plugs instead of cutting the wires

 

Im with DBL on this one.... pass up the rockford subs.... there not great by ne means, I had a set and they don't even compare to MTX, and also go with component in the front too, it is worth it. Thats a pretty good headunit, clarion you cant go wrong... never had one but heard good things!

 

Don't narrow your sights to just Rockford speakers. They're ok but nothing fantastic. Here's a set of components that are close to the price range you seem to be looking at.
http://www.woofersetc.com/p1090/CL61...t-Speakers.htm

For a little more, you can upgrade to a better tweeter.
http://www.woofersetc.com/p4418/CL61...t-Speakers.htm

That Hifonics amp will work, but it's class A/B so that'll be a huge draw on your electrical system running 1000 watts. Look for a class D sub amp because they're way more efficient so you'll have less headlight dimming on those loud hits. Here's a Hifonics class D amp that would work well for you.
http://www.powermaxelectronics.com/p...&idcategory=10

 

ok hmmm

wb a pair of MTX TR7512-44?? & im gonna be running 2 subs so will i need a 2 channel amp?? will the Hifonics BXi1208D work?

& for door speakers wb Clarion SRQ1621s there components
& if i go that route maybe a set of Clarion SRQ6932R for the 6x9s

& im gonnna look into those CDTs as well

& im gonna go with the Clarion head unit does what i need & has a clean look to it



idk much about sounds systems so all the help i get is appreciated i want this one to sound good lol

 

lol are you just going with that hu cause it matches your paint???

what do you want to spend??? add some to that

how much work are you doing yourself???

how many subs do you want???

10
12
15
??

 

With subs, you want them playing mono, so a mono amp is great because they're usually class D and high power. You wire both subs to the same channel on the amp, which is why two dual 4 ohm subs is a good choice because you can wire them to 1 ohm at the amp. A two channel will work, but it's kind of a waste because they'll still be playing mono and if it's not class D it's a lot less efficient.

I know what it's like building your first system and wanting all the brands to match. I've been there, my first system was all Pioneer equipment. You eventually learn that trying to stick with one brand can limit your systems potential.

And like mak said, posting up a budget would help so we don't recomend stuff you can't afford.

 

Im goin with that head unit bc its simple design i hate head units with buttons everywhere

i want 2 12" subs & those mtx subs look decent & are afordable

i dont spend too much & i do get audio products discounted a friend owns a local audio shop so ill order threw him its usually 2/3 the normal price

ive got a Profile California 1000W 2 channel amp already that im using would that be enough to run those subs? I know its not mono & if anyone knows a good amp for around 150 that be kool

& im gonna do the install myself

 

Is your Profile amp the AP1000? If so, in reality it's a 480 watt amp and does 240 watts RMS per channel, so it's about half as powerfull as you'd really want. You'll have a pretty hard time finding a real 1000 watt amp for $150 unless you go used.

Look at RMS ratings for amps and speakers, they're the ones that are important. Max ratings are meaningless and you should totally ignore them.