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I have a 2002 C5 coupe, stock Bose speakers, kenwood HU, 600w 10" DD sub, stock Bose speakers are amplified by a 400w rockford fosgate. What would be better then the stock Bose speakers, I want to be able to crank the speakers up louder, better quality, I want something better then the stock Bose speakers. And in the front I want to get speakers that will fit without making upgrades, want the factory speaker grill to still fit and cover that area. Thanks
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If you are trying to maintain stock size speakers than just about any 3.5" aftermarket speaker will be an improvement. I like Polk Audio, JBL and infinity.
To take advantage of the amp then go with 6.5" components in an adapter plate instead of the Bose woofer. You can spend $100 to $500 and up for a set depending on what your goals are. JL audio and focal have some really nice component speakers.
Polk Audio's are affordable and good bang for your buck IMO.
To take advantage of the amp then go with 6.5" components in an adapter plate instead of the Bose woofer. You can spend $100 to $500 and up for a set depending on what your goals are. JL audio and focal have some really nice component speakers.
Polk Audio's are affordable and good bang for your buck IMO.
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If you are trying to maintain stock size speakers than just about any 3.5" aftermarket speaker will be an improvement. I like Polk Audio, JBL and infinity.
To take advantage of the amp then go with 6.5" components in an adapter plate instead of the Bose woofer. You can spend $100 to $500 and up for a set depending on what your goals are. JL audio and focal have some really nice component speakers.
Polk Audio's are affordable and good bang for your buck IMO.
To take advantage of the amp then go with 6.5" components in an adapter plate instead of the Bose woofer. You can spend $100 to $500 and up for a set depending on what your goals are. JL audio and focal have some really nice component speakers.
Polk Audio's are affordable and good bang for your buck IMO.
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So what are you saying about the rear speakers? Why don't you like them. What is going to be the best option to go with. Thanks
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This is what the stock Bose door speaker looks like, with a 3.5 speaker (twidller) and woofer.
If you want something that will sound better than the Bose speakers you can add a 3.5" speaker in the stock location. For a 3.5 speaker I like the Polk Audio db351 (~$50 a pair). This option would maintain the Bose woofer in the doors.
If you want better sound quality and plan on using a Sub-woofer then you can purchase mounting plates for a 6.5" speaker for the doors or simply make them out of MDF. This option obviously does away with the Bose woofers.
The reason audiophiles don't like full range speakers in the rear is because having highs behind you messes up the sound stage. Music is recorded so that the instruments and vocals are arranged to be heard in front of the listener.
If you want something that will sound better than the Bose speakers you can add a 3.5" speaker in the stock location. For a 3.5 speaker I like the Polk Audio db351 (~$50 a pair). This option would maintain the Bose woofer in the doors.
If you want better sound quality and plan on using a Sub-woofer then you can purchase mounting plates for a 6.5" speaker for the doors or simply make them out of MDF. This option obviously does away with the Bose woofers.
The reason audiophiles don't like full range speakers in the rear is because having highs behind you messes up the sound stage. Music is recorded so that the instruments and vocals are arranged to be heard in front of the listener.
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I put rear speakers in because you always have the option of just fading them out. I used Polk Audio db651 (~$60). Some head units have the option to use the rears for surround effect and rear fill and in that case I think they are a good option.
The speakers I chose are not necessarily audiophile grade but a good value in their price range. Unless you have done a lot of acoustic treatment to quiet the interior then I don't see the benefit in going with high end speakers. Middle priced speakers will be a big improvement over the Bose ones.
The speakers I chose are not necessarily audiophile grade but a good value in their price range. Unless you have done a lot of acoustic treatment to quiet the interior then I don't see the benefit in going with high end speakers. Middle priced speakers will be a big improvement over the Bose ones.
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This is what the stock Bose door speaker looks like, with a 3.5 speaker (twidller) and woofer.
Attachment 48081202
If you want something that will sound better than the Bose speakers you can add a 3.5" speaker in the stock location. For a 3.5 speaker I like the Polk Audio db351 (~$50 a pair). This option would maintain the Bose woofer in the doors.
Attachment 48081203
If you want better sound quality and plan on using a Sub-woofer then you can purchase mounting plates for a 6.5" speaker for the doors or simply make them out of MDF. This option obviously does away with the Bose woofers.
Attachment 48081204
The reason audiophiles don't like full range speakers in the rear is because having highs behind you messes up the sound stage. Music is recorded so that the instruments and vocals are arranged to be heard in front of the listener.
Attachment 48081202
If you want something that will sound better than the Bose speakers you can add a 3.5" speaker in the stock location. For a 3.5 speaker I like the Polk Audio db351 (~$50 a pair). This option would maintain the Bose woofer in the doors.
Attachment 48081203
If you want better sound quality and plan on using a Sub-woofer then you can purchase mounting plates for a 6.5" speaker for the doors or simply make them out of MDF. This option obviously does away with the Bose woofers.
Attachment 48081204
The reason audiophiles don't like full range speakers in the rear is because having highs behind you messes up the sound stage. Music is recorded so that the instruments and vocals are arranged to be heard in front of the listener.
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^Polk Audio db6501 6.5 2 way component system for the front (~$120/set).
For the rear Polk Audio coaxial 6.5 for coupe db651 (~$60/pr).
The convertible and FRC take a 5.25 speaker.
No I don't work for Polk. I just think they are the best value in this price range. You can get better speakers if you want to lay down some cash.
What will really help is putting some acoustic treatment in the doors while you have them apart.
For the rear Polk Audio coaxial 6.5 for coupe db651 (~$60/pr).
The convertible and FRC take a 5.25 speaker.
No I don't work for Polk. I just think they are the best value in this price range. You can get better speakers if you want to lay down some cash.
What will really help is putting some acoustic treatment in the doors while you have them apart.
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^Polk Audio db6501 6.5 2 way component system for the front (~$120/set). https://www.amazon.com/Polk-Audio-DB...rds=polk+audio
For the rear Polk Audio coaxial 6.5 for coupe db651 (~$60/pr). https://www.amazon.com/Polk-Audio-DB...rds=polk+audio
The convertible and FRC take a 5.25 speaker.
No I don't work for Polk. I just think they are the best value in this price range. You can get better speakers if you want to lay down some cash.
What will really help is putting some acoustic treatment in the doors while you have them apart.
For the rear Polk Audio coaxial 6.5 for coupe db651 (~$60/pr). https://www.amazon.com/Polk-Audio-DB...rds=polk+audio
The convertible and FRC take a 5.25 speaker.
No I don't work for Polk. I just think they are the best value in this price range. You can get better speakers if you want to lay down some cash.
What will really help is putting some acoustic treatment in the doors while you have them apart.
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Rob, would I be happy enough to just get 3.5 polks front and Polk rears, the Bose woofer isn't hooked up so no lows, but I do have a 10" subwoofer so no problem. Or should I get the 6.5 fronts?
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Since you are not using the Bose woofers I think you would get the most out of your amp with 6.5 speakers even if you went with the coaxial ones for the doors.
The 3.5 cant handle a lot of power and would be more limited in lower frequencies.
I think what you were asking about removing the door panels was weather or not the grilles come off for access. The grills have tabs that are bent in inside the door to hold them on so It is better to just remove the door panel.
The 3.5 cant handle a lot of power and would be more limited in lower frequencies.
I think what you were asking about removing the door panels was weather or not the grilles come off for access. The grills have tabs that are bent in inside the door to hold them on so It is better to just remove the door panel.
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Since you are not using the Bose woofers I think you would get the most out of your amp with 6.5 speakers even if you went with the coaxial ones for the doors.
The 3.5 cant handle a lot of power and would be more limited in lower frequencies.
I think what you were asking about removing the door panels was weather or not the grilles come off for access. The grills have tabs that are bent in inside the door to hold them on so It is better to just remove the door panel.
The 3.5 cant handle a lot of power and would be more limited in lower frequencies.
I think what you were asking about removing the door panels was weather or not the grilles come off for access. The grills have tabs that are bent in inside the door to hold them on so It is better to just remove the door panel.
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That is kind of subjective
You would probably be better off spending the money on the fronts for now if cash is an issue. If you decide that you want something better in the rear then you can always get them later.
You would probably be better off spending the money on the fronts for now if cash is an issue. If you decide that you want something better in the rear then you can always get them later.