Door speakers

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Pavett1990

May 17, 2014, 12:50 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Hey guys, looking to modify my boot build, looking to take one of the 12" subs out and put the other in the middle with 2 6x9s each side.. Im looking to upgrade my door speakers at the same time.. What size speakers are needed?
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AckersMR2

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May 17, 2014, 14:49 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
16.5's I believe?
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onion86

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May 17, 2014, 15:25 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Yeah, 6.5" = 16.5cm = 165mm

If you're also running wire this might come in handy  s;) ;) s;)   m http://www.midshiprunabout.org/mk3/the- ... -the-door/ m
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May 17, 2014, 15:31 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
I don't want to sound all 'audio snobby' (and technically its off topic) but what is the purpose of the 6x9's?

With the old lot I used to hang out with who did competition builds both for SPL and SQ the 6x9 was looked upon as a bit of a 'jack-of-all but master of none' speaker, hence why they were very popular for quick and dirty upgrades in old Fiesta/Nova parcel shelves, etc...

If you want more rich bass/mid-bass then you could consider matching the 12" with two smaller subs (or mid-bass comps) with a nicely set crossover/EQ to give each size the optimum signal. If it is rear fill you want then you would probably be better off with some 2-ways (and fairly small and mounted high) as it's going to be too close for a large set to mix well (and the higher frequencies will be muffled by the seat).

I thought I'd mention it as if you are buying some front comps at the same time you could look at matching/complimenting the rears.

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Pavett1990

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May 17, 2014, 15:34 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Lol thanks for replies guys.. Amdy.. Thanks for the info im not sure what im going to put in but the info will help thanks
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Pavett1990

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May 19, 2014, 19:11 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Are there any adapter kits needed?
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May 23, 2014, 01:56 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
I've read that the stock plastic mounts can be used by removing the stock speakers which are glued to them.
The plastic mounts also provide a bit of water protection.

If you want to  change the sound of your subs then you can maybe just modify your box, such as port length and/or size, add some bracing, and add filling. As Andy said 6x9's are a good jack of all trades but not as good as some subs with components. Adding some small components or coaxials would be a nicer sounding rear fill solution.

If you've got a ballsy amp then maybe you just need to upgrade your alternator and it's wiring?

Anonymous

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May 27, 2014, 00:27 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
fyi mdf speaker mounts provide better SQ than plastic ones.

you may wana consider changing for an under dash sub... they're pretty good.  s:) :) s:)

I see people using 6x9's and they're not too bad - just not as good as an old fashion sub!

maybe you just need a better HU with more control over the EQ...  s:) :) s:)
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