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Old Mar 5, 2009 | 08:25 PM
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I'm installing a Kenwood DNX8120 in the vehicle with the HAT Clarus 61-2 for the front stage and removing the rears completely. I'm planning on using aftermarket amps for the system (Alpine PDX 1.600 for the sub, not sure about amp for components - open to suggestions). I'm looking for advice regarding the center speaker. If you have any thoughts, to include the best way to connect it to the 8120 if you think I should use the center speaker, please post them here. Thanks in advance.

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Old Mar 5, 2009 | 09:49 PM
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is this about the center speaker or rears im confused

ditch the center all together

are u using aftermarket amps

we need more info
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Old Mar 5, 2009 | 09:55 PM
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I'm with Greg - your post is confusing - please fix it.
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Old Mar 6, 2009 | 09:33 AM
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Ditch the dash speaker. Calling it a center gives it more credence than it deserves, it's garbage in the stock system and will completely screw your soundstage in a good setup unless you're planning on a 5.1 Dolby Digital discrete channel, which to my mind isn't worth doing in this car.
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 01:55 PM
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x nay the center eh! Call me when it's movie time!
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