Scootvette007

i have a 2006 base coupe, aftermarket pioneer head unit. looking for something not to be way loud, if if a good song or tune comes on..thoughts? thinking of may be the jl sub in the rear that goes in the dr side well? anyhting or pics ideas, suggestions! would be greatly appreciated

Turbo6TA

I have a 2011 GS with the non-option standard audio system. I am betting that my standard audio system is much like what you have in your Base Corvette.

The sound was not that much to write home about. Everything that I had read said that the so-so audio quality was not because of the stock head unit, but because of the poor quality of the amp and the speakers, and not having a sub in the rear.

So, I left in the OEM standard head unit, but replaced all the speakers and installed an aftermarket 5-channel amp. Since this amp was 5-channels output, it allowed me to use a dedicated single sub-woofer in the rear. This new setup gave excellent results.

Again, the poor quality of the C6 OEM audio system is not really caused by the standard OEM head unit .... however, because you already have a quality aftermarket head unit in the car, I think that is still a plus.

The 5-channel amp I purchased was an Arc Audio XDi805. There now may be newer models of this amp.

For the two door speakers, get a set of 2-way component speakers. These come with a set of 6 1/2" Mid woofers and 1" tweeters.

For the two rear speakers, get a set of 2-way coaxial speakers. These have a set of 5 1/4" mid woofers and 1/2" tweeters.

The sub I used was a JL Audio 8", however many folks use the 10" (it's up to you, but 8" is more than enough).

I purchased my audio components from 'Double D Mods' who is a sponsor here on the Corvette Forum. They really know the C6 Corvette audio system very well, and can get you the parts that will work best, and give you all the info you need to install the system ... very helpful.

Below is a photo of the amp I installed which is mounted behind the passenger's seat back, and a photo of the sub enclosure installed back in the right rear corner of the cargo area:

Good luck,


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Corvette_Ed

Best thing to do would be to call Dennis at Double D Mods. Let him know what your stereo goals are and the budget you're working with, and he will give you exactly what you need.

Curt D

2-ways in the doors will sound clearer, but imo The imaging is way too low. It comes down to what you are looking for out of it. Mine should be done in a month or so if you want to listen to it. Keep in mind I have a few bucks (more than I want lol) into it.

Vet Interested

You can't go wrong calling Dennis at DD. (I like the way the sub in the rear takes up very little room).

Corvette_Ed

Here's a pic of the custom boxes Dennis fixed me up with for my vert; it fits perfectly and takes up relatively little room.

Scootvette007

that is the JL box correct? does the top when stored hit into the box or no?
very nice indeed!

Scootvette007

wow! nice clean install! did you use the jl audio box with 8 inch driver? does it hit the top when stored? where did you mount the amp? behind the seat-passanger side? very cool

0Double D Mods

Just give me a call.
We can set you up with something like...

Focal Auditor Components for front
Focal Auditor rear coax
JL Audio Driver Side box
Kenwood Xr 900/5 5 channel amp
4 gauge amp kit
rca cables
speaker adapter
speaker wire
shipping
1199.99 shipped for this combo.

I have MANY options to help with.



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Dennis

0Double D Mods

Thanks as well to all above who mentioned to call me!

Dennis

Turbo6TA

The components I purchased from you has worked flawlessly in my 2011 GS ever since I installed them 5 years ago.

And great pricing !

Thanks Dennis ...

Turbo6TA

And to the OP ...

After reading my post, you may have noticed that I did not mention anything about the single speaker on top of the dash.

Disconnect it .... It serves no purpose other than to degrade the sound quality. And don't replace it with some kind of aftermarket speaker either.

Again, replace the speakers in the doors, the rear speakers, add a single sub woofer and get a good 5-channel amp ... Double D Mods is your best bet.

Vet Interested

Its amazing what a difference disconnecting the center speaker does. Do this first.....like now! LOL

Scootvette007

very much intrested where do you put the front tweeter?

0Double D Mods

where the stock 3.5 in upper door panels are located

Scootvette007

i did not know it had a center speaker...learned something new everyday!

Scootvette007

ok where do you moun tthe amp? how long does it take to put this package together. i am in no hurry, car is in storage for a few more months. i do want to move forward with this.

0Double D Mods

I have everything instock but the JL Box
I would have to order it and that takes me 3-5 days to get
Rest can ship as soon as today.


Amp I usually mount behind seat such as this JL

98Pace

Are there any alternative mounting locations for the amp that would keep it fully hidden? I know at one point there was a small amp that some folks were putting in the stock bose amp location. Is there anything like this currently available?

0Double D Mods

your not going to get a decent 5 channel amp where the stock amp goes.
This is pretty much hidden for the most part with the seat in normal position.