Newb Question, What Do I Start with on a C6?
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Burning Brakes
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From: Camp Casey Korea/Austin Tx
Newb Question, What Do I Start with on a C6?
Hello Everyone,
I am relatively "green" with audio equipment and need some help. I want to improve the sound quality in my 06' Z06 and have no clue what to start with. I know I want a Sub with a enclosure that doesn't take up much room. I like the Nav setup in the car and want to keep the headunit as well.
So, with all that said, what are the Top 3 Sound System Upgrades for the C6 Nav setup.
Any input is greatly appreciated.
Ross
I am relatively "green" with audio equipment and need some help. I want to improve the sound quality in my 06' Z06 and have no clue what to start with. I know I want a Sub with a enclosure that doesn't take up much room. I like the Nav setup in the car and want to keep the headunit as well.
So, with all that said, what are the Top 3 Sound System Upgrades for the C6 Nav setup.
Any input is greatly appreciated.
Ross
Le Mans Master
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From: Skippack PA
St Jude Donor '13
Improving the sound in a C6(stereos are the same in Z06) without starting over is problematic at best. I've typed "my take on speaker swapping" so many times I made it a permanent post on my web site, so start here to give you an idea of what I think:
http://www.lazyassgeek.com/c6-stereo...aker-swapping/
After reading that, post about what you'd like your results to be and I'll be happy to offer some advice.
http://www.lazyassgeek.com/c6-stereo...aker-swapping/
After reading that, post about what you'd like your results to be and I'll be happy to offer some advice.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Camp Casey Korea/Austin Tx
Looks like I will have to go with a speaker swap and add a sub/amp for a reasonable upgrade.
What are some of the better speakers out there? My friend is recommending the JL Audio's or the Orion HCCS series.
Is the right approach? Where are you putting the amp? I want a stealth install for the sub and amp.
What are some of the better speakers out there? My friend is recommending the JL Audio's or the Orion HCCS series.
Is the right approach? Where are you putting the amp? I want a stealth install for the sub and amp.
Burning Brakes
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From: Wylie Texas
Everyone is going to have a different recommendation for the front components. There are some very good ones out there. I always recommend finding an audio shop where you can listen to them. Granted the sound stage in the demo room will be different than the C6.
I wanted a stealth look as well so I went with the Alpine PDX 4.150 amp and installed in the rear cubby. These amps are small in size and I believe they rely on passive cooling (no fans). I've never had a heat issue with the cubby doors closed. i also pushing a 12 inch sub with this amp so I'm really putting it to work.
I wanted a stealth look as well so I went with the Alpine PDX 4.150 amp and installed in the rear cubby. These amps are small in size and I believe they rely on passive cooling (no fans). I've never had a heat issue with the cubby doors closed. i also pushing a 12 inch sub with this amp so I'm really putting it to work.
Melting Slicks
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From: atlantic city new jersey
Looks like I will have to go with a speaker swap and add a sub/amp for a reasonable upgrade.
What are some of the better speakers out there? My friend is recommending the JL Audio's or the Orion HCCS series.
Is the right approach? Where are you putting the amp? I want a stealth install for the sub and amp.
What are some of the better speakers out there? My friend is recommending the JL Audio's or the Orion HCCS series.
Is the right approach? Where are you putting the amp? I want a stealth install for the sub and amp.
