I added a small Pioneer sub in the passenger foot well today. The result was surprisingly good at a low cost. Click the picture for a small story and more pictures from the install.



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Very nice! Does it keep the coffee hot as well?

2x6spds

 

No, but it vacuums the carpets daily!

 

I am curious what the frequency response is? Its hard to believe a 4" speaker will provide more bass than the 6.5" speakers already in the doors.

This product is not listed in the Pioneer US web site. I did find it on Pioneers european site.

I would guess the bazooka line probably provides better bass but at the cost of more space.

 

It says 40-180 Hz on the box, this is of course not at -3 dB! This sub is not for those who want a level response down to 20 Hz...

I have DLS UP5 (Swedish brand) component speakers in the doors, 5.25" with a 60Hz-23hKz range, and they can probably produce good bass with an amp. The head unit doesn't have the power though, and if I crank it I also get some rattling from the door panels, so I wanted to relieve the door speakers of the lowest bass.

There are several better tube shaped subs but IMO they are too big and doesn't fit well in the position i chose.

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[Edited by BassMan on 04-22-2001 at 10:23 AM]

 

Hmmmmmmmmmmm

I'm still pondering my next stereo upgrade after speakers. Which Sony did you choose? Did you keep the dash controls?

I think the Honda (USA) sub will be as good a solution as yours and use currently totally wasted space.

Barry

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Barry WY Silver/Black '01
Hmmmmmmmmmmm

I'm still pondering my next stereo upgrade after speakers.

 

Soundgate is located about 2 km from me. I talked with them Friday and didn't get any useful info. My stereo shop said they would have a solution this summer, but Soundgate did not confirm that. I think I talked to a secretary and maybe I should talk with Rob Putnam.

Your solution is ELEGANT and way too much work for me!

I'll read up on your Sony though.

 

is there anyways that the tube would fit tucked under the dash...maybe bungee corded up there....side ways...so it is more out of the way...does it improve the low end a lot....? is it well worth the extra $$$