Been trying to put together this system for some time now and its getting annoying but did a little more research came up with this:

Components

For the Front:
a. Focal 165W's
b. Diamond Audio S600a's
c. Boston Acoustics Z6's

For the Rears (in s-pods):
a. Focal 136K's
b. Diamond Audio M651's
c. Boston Acoustics 5.5 Pro's
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Subwoofers
a. JL Audio 10W6V2 (x2)
b. Diamond Audio TDX10D4 (x2)
c. Elemental Designs e10A.22 (x2)
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Amplifers
a. JL Audio Amps
b. Diamond Audio Amps
c. ??????????????????

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Yall tell me what you like..

-JB-

 

AMP: Phoenix Gold 500Ti. Look for 'em, they've been disco'd so there are bargins to be had all over the internet. IMHO much better than Diamond or JL. You will wait forever on that Elemental Designs sub. They are having supply issues right now. Look for an Eclipse or an Infinity Perfect.

Are you powering the rears off your HU? If you are, you might want to step down a few notches so the tiny HU amp can handle the speakers properly. This will save you money for a better sub.


other than that, system looks good.

 

i have focal in my car (poly kevlar) and my home, i think the W series is serious overkill for a convertible, but it's your money

just make sure you give either plenty of power, i'd go for at around 100-125W per speaker and at least 75W per speaker. I know plenty of people will tell you 50W is enough, but i noticed a difference when I switched to a stronger amp.

you'll wait a while for the ED A series, I'd go for the K or O series if you can get them now. they take less power, and may not sound quite as good, but this is a convertible....

 

clearly, i love the Focals, as i talk about them all the time...

but seriously -- the Boston Z6 is an incredible speaker. however, pricewise? it's way expensive. and unless you're planning to do some creative tweeter mounting to get them facing you, i wouldn't recommend them. they have very poor off axis response. (off axis meaning you're not looking down the barrel of the tweeter.)

still, if you can do something like kick panels or a clever angle mount -- they are an excellent speaker.

also two of any of those subs have the potential to blow your car out of the water... be sure you keep some wrenches around, as you'll be tightening everything all the time...

regarding amps -- the PG Ti series is very nice. also, the Audison stuff we mentioned before is nice (but very pricey - i'm not sure really if it's worth it.) if it were me, i'd pop a bit and get an Audison LRx amp for your highs and use something like a JL 1000/1 or other strong amp for your subs.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by PJK3

also two of any of those subs have the potential to blow your car out of the water...

 

i think AndyS2 has 1 JL 12W6v2. and he's commented more than once about rattling his fillings...

 

fronts - the diamonds, thats what i have and it sounds great

rears - diamonds again - i currently dont have rears, but thats the direction i would go

sub - i would say the diamonds, but arent the TDX really deep speakers? i have 1 M6 12 and it hits really hard.

as far as amps, i agree with willie gee for the PG, i have the tantrum 600 for my highs, and on the sub i have a memphis 1000D, but you might want to find something smaller than the memphis, or you will be very limited as to where you can put it

 

Include the Infinity DVQ subs. They are pretty much some of the best SQ ive heard.

The speakers are all good.

Also, I will no longer recommend the Phoenix Gold titanium line.

The new Xenon line is CEA certified, and the power ratings are 1-4 ohms. Check those out.

X100.2, X100.4, etc...check them out.

The only way I would get the Titaniums now, is if you find them for 350 or under.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by NFRs2000NYC
Also, I will no longer recommend the Phoenix Gold titanium line.

The new Xenon line is CEA certified, and the power ratings are 1-4 ohms.

 

OK, Listen, i doubt the Xenon line is going to explode and cause fires. If history is any indication, it's probably going to be a great line of amps. However, experience has taught me to avoid the newest and blingiest. It's easier on your pocketbook and constitution to go for the tried and true at discounted prices.

That said, I'm sure the Xenons will be great. But I will continue to look for great disco'd items at great savings.