Where to Point Tweeters
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Drifting
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Where to Point Tweeters
I am starting to try to figure out how I am going to do my install in my C6 Coupe. I am going to use the JL ZR650-CSI in the doors and you can point or tilt the tweeter. I read somewhere to point them torwards your Dome light since C6 don't have one I wounder if I pointed them torwards the roofs back latch. I figured someone on here has already played with this
Team Owner
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generally speaking, point them toward the opposite headrest.
But there could be reflection issues. Toy with them, one day per position, until you find something good. A small change may be the difference in a harsh sound and a good sound.
But there could be reflection issues. Toy with them, one day per position, until you find something good. A small change may be the difference in a harsh sound and a good sound.
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Agreed, Komoman?
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St Jude Donor '13
To be able to choose a position and run with it, you'd have to have information on the off-axis response with your particular crossover in place. Since you're unlikely to have access to that data, incremental changes are the key. Small changes in position, height or angle can make all the difference between a wide presentation or point-source sound. After playing with a C6 for a bit, I can say with no hesitation that the factory mid/tweeter position is not very good, no matter the angle.
Agreed, Komoman?
Agreed, Komoman?
It's certainly the most convenient mounting location and perhaps with a different tweet, crossover or even material folks may get different results. But absolutely I agree with taking your time, making small changes and letting your ears tell you what sounds best.
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Drifting
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From: Newcastle Oklahoma
It will be a while. I have to build my Sub box and amp mounts first.
This is what I am going with.
JL ZR650 CSI Front
JL XR650CSI Rear fill (I know some don't like, I do)
JL 450/4 AMP
JL 500/1 AMP With remote
JL 10W7 SUB
....and lots of sound proofing.
They all look great on my work bench, Especially the ZR 650 and the 10w7.
Too bad other responsibilities get in the way, wife teenage daughter, house
This is what I am going with.
JL ZR650 CSI Front
JL XR650CSI Rear fill (I know some don't like, I do)
JL 450/4 AMP
JL 500/1 AMP With remote
JL 10W7 SUB
....and lots of sound proofing.
They all look great on my work bench, Especially the ZR 650 and the 10w7.
Too bad other responsibilities get in the way, wife teenage daughter, house
Racer
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From: Palmdale Ca
It will be a while. I have to build my Sub box and amp mounts first.
This is what I am going with.
JL ZR650 CSI Front
JL XR650CSI Rear fill (I know some don't like, I do)
JL 450/4 AMP
JL 500/1 AMP With remote
JL 10W7 SUB
....and lots of sound proofing.
They all look great on my work bench, Especially the ZR 650 and the 10w7.
Too bad other responsibilities get in the way, wife teenage daughter, house
This is what I am going with.
JL ZR650 CSI Front
JL XR650CSI Rear fill (I know some don't like, I do)
JL 450/4 AMP
JL 500/1 AMP With remote
JL 10W7 SUB
....and lots of sound proofing.
They all look great on my work bench, Especially the ZR 650 and the 10w7.
Too bad other responsibilities get in the way, wife teenage daughter, house
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St. Jude Donor '08
Reguarding the tweeter aiming, from what I can tell you have dome style tweeters which means tweeter aiming isn't as important as tweeter placement. IMO a place you should look at are the bottom corners of the windshield. This is a good spot for raising the soundstage. If I remember correctly the C6 has much higher mounts for the tweeters than a C5 so as long as your tweeter has a good line of sight to your ears, you should be fine. You may want to consider mounting them on a small pedistool (3/4" MDF?) to make sure the sound clears the door panel clearly.
