JL Audio or MB Quart
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Melting Slicks
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JL Audio or MB Quart
I am getting ready to purchase the speakers for my new audio system and I can't decide. Would you guys go with the Premium line from MB Quart,or something from JL Audio. I plan on purchasing from Onlinecarstereo.com. Anyone have any advice on this?
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From everything I've heard if it's between those 2 brands then it's JL hands-down. I would also recommend for the components going with one of their sets with the larger format tweeters. Their least expensive (anything JL is expensive so it's all relative!) component sets use 5/8" tweeters and small cabins like Vettes tend to be bright. A small format tweet in a bright cabin can get shrill in a hurry so I'd go with a 7/8" or larger tweet, 3/4" at the minimum.
Take a look at the Pioneer Premier PRS720's as well. A very surprising value performer and uses a 1 1/8" textile tweet that is a little easier on the ears in small cabins.
Take a look at the Pioneer Premier PRS720's as well. A very surprising value performer and uses a 1 1/8" textile tweet that is a little easier on the ears in small cabins.
Melting Slicks
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Unless you like very bright highs, JL is the better option. As was mentioned stay away from their lower end line with the small tweets. You end up sacrificing some midrange performance as well with that set.
I really liked my Pioneer 720prs set. For $250 (or less) their performance is very hard to beat. Honestly, I would throw them against the JL CS 650 set and come out on top 8/10 times. The JL ZR set might be better only due to their power handling, but for that money you should be buying the Focal or DLS sets
G'luck
Fej
I really liked my Pioneer 720prs set. For $250 (or less) their performance is very hard to beat. Honestly, I would throw them against the JL CS 650 set and come out on top 8/10 times. The JL ZR set might be better only due to their power handling, but for that money you should be buying the Focal or DLS sets
G'luck
Fej
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Melting Slicks
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Wow,I can't even express how surprised I am that nobody picked MB's. I listen to all kinds of music. I like crisp high's but not ear piercing highs. I'm not really looking for volume either. Just quality.
Racer
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If you want to try something different like at the RE audio xxx 6.5 comps. They retail for 799 but you can pick them up on ebay for 299 new. The 6.5 midbass is a BEAST. I was reading a test report that said it had the same excursion as some of RE's 10 in subs (prob their entry level lines).
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Melting Slicks
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If I was to consider spending the extra money on a set of Focal(front and rear),where is the best place to get them? I know Crutchfield carries them,but everyone knows the pricing there Is just nuts.
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I'd go with a local shop for Focal. Too many fakes floating around. Make buddies and get a deep discount with the owner.
I'd suggest looking at either the Access or Polyglass line.
ps - I can't believe crutchfield has Focal now. Suddenly Focal is much, much less cool.
I'd suggest looking at either the Access or Polyglass line.
ps - I can't believe crutchfield has Focal now. Suddenly Focal is much, much less cool.
Drifting
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For the money, a set of DLS UP6.5's, or the UR6.5's (my favorite).
I've heard a lot of speakers in my day, and "for the money", it's really hard to beat a set of DLS UP's. They are an absolutely amazing speaker, SQ for days, and they can take a BEATING as well.
I've heard some JL comps, and they do sound nice with the right power, nice, crisp & clean, but I prefer a warmer, softer sound.
I've heard a lot of speakers in my day, and "for the money", it's really hard to beat a set of DLS UP's. They are an absolutely amazing speaker, SQ for days, and they can take a BEATING as well.
I've heard some JL comps, and they do sound nice with the right power, nice, crisp & clean, but I prefer a warmer, softer sound.
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Melting Slicks
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No DLS either. This area sucks. They think if its not Kicker or Memphis Audio,then its not worth putting in your car. Such a sad thought.
Anyway,I don't want to go over $400 for the front components.I have been looking on woofersetc.com for Focal and DLS pricing.
Anyway,I don't want to go over $400 for the front components.I have been looking on woofersetc.com for Focal and DLS pricing.
Racer
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sonicelectronix.com has good prices on focal that will fit in your budget.