[Z06] Rear speaker replacement
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Racer
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From: Houston Texas
Rear speaker replacement
I just replaced my rear speakers. I used the Alpines SPS-130A. I think it made a big difference. The mids and highs are great. I angled the tweeters at my head. I know this messes up the sound stage for the audiophiles, but for me big improvement IMHO. I have the SPS-080A for the doors coming, can't wait.
This is a good link for instructions.
http://www.spdkilz.com/techtip.html
Take Care,
This is a good link for instructions.
http://www.spdkilz.com/techtip.html
Take Care,
Burning Brakes
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From: Chicago Illinois
Originally Posted by forloop
I just replaced my rear speakers. I used the Alpines SPS-130A. I think it made a big difference. The mids and highs are great. I angled the tweeters at my head. I know this messes up the sound stage for the audiophiles, but for me big improvement IMHO. I have the SPS-080A for the doors coming, can't wait.
This is a good link for instructions.
http://www.spdkilz.com/techtip.html
Take Care,
This is a good link for instructions.
http://www.spdkilz.com/techtip.html
Take Care,
Carleton
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Racer
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From: Houston Texas
Originally Posted by SpdKilz
Glad you found them helpful!
Carleton
Carleton
I big thanks to you
P.S. I know this is a dumb question, but the A terminal is the positive on the stock speakers.
Thanks,
Last edited by forloop; Mar 19, 2005 at 10:17 AM.
Melting Slicks
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From: Indy IN
High end clarity is so important. You can do a lot of things, but if the high end isn't clear no matter what you do it won't sound crisp...
I want it to be clear enough to hear the guys fingers sliding up and down the strings..., not just the notes he is playing....
I want it to be clear enough to hear the guys fingers sliding up and down the strings..., not just the notes he is playing....
Burning Brakes
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From: Riva MD
I have the Alpine SPS-080As in my doors and noticed a bigger improvement than when I put some Kenwood 5.5"s in the back. replacing all four speakers and putting in the partition improved the sound of the stock system so much I didn't feel the need to do any more.
I regret not putting Alpines in the back, and one day I might switch them out, but I would rather put that money towards other mods at present.
I regret not putting Alpines in the back, and one day I might switch them out, but I would rather put that money towards other mods at present.
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Racer
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From: Houston Texas
Originally Posted by SteveFL
did you add an amp? or change your stock radio or did you just put better speakers in?
Take Care,
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Racer
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From: Houston Texas
Originally Posted by diverdan
I have the Alpine SPS-080As in my doors and noticed a bigger improvement than when I put some Kenwood 5.5"s in the back. replacing all four speakers and putting in the partition improved the sound of the stock system so much I didn't feel the need to do any more.
I regret not putting Alpines in the back, and one day I might switch them out, but I would rather put that money towards other mods at present.
I regret not putting Alpines in the back, and one day I might switch them out, but I would rather put that money towards other mods at present.
Take Care,
Rick
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From: Rancho Cordova California
Originally Posted by SpdKilz
Glad you found them helpful!
Carleton
Carleton
I just acquired a pair of Alpine SPS-130A speakers (Thanks eBay) for my Z06.
Will I have to splice into any wires to hook these guys up, or do the stock GM speaker wiring connectors just plug into the Alpines?
Thanks,
Mark
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Racer
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From: Houston Texas
Originally Posted by Icewasp
I just acquired a pair of Alpine SPS-130A speakers (Thanks eBay) for my Z06.
Will I have to splice into any wires to hook these guys up, or do the stock GM speaker wiring connectors just plug into the Alpines?
Thanks,
Mark
Will I have to splice into any wires to hook these guys up, or do the stock GM speaker wiring connectors just plug into the Alpines?
Thanks,
Mark
I have now did the fronts, world of differnce IMHO. I am now happy with the stereo. It would be cool to have a nice sub, but I am not willing to give up the truck space.
IMHO, this is a very good mod for little money. A must do for the stock stuff.
Take Care,
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From: Rancho Cordova California
Originally Posted by forloop
Yes, you will have to splice into the GM wires. I just cut the the GM connectors off myself. I am not planning on ever putting the stocks ones back. The B terminal on the stock seakers in the positive. Keep track what color wire went to it.
I have now did the fronts, world of differnce IMHO. I am now happy with the stereo. It would be cool to have a nice sub, but I am not willing to give up the truck space.
IMHO, this is a very good mod for little money. A must do for the stock stuff.
Take Care,
I have now did the fronts, world of differnce IMHO. I am now happy with the stereo. It would be cool to have a nice sub, but I am not willing to give up the truck space.
IMHO, this is a very good mod for little money. A must do for the stock stuff.
Take Care,
Thanks for the reply Rick...
If I could find a cheap adapter so I wouldn't have to cut into the stock wiring, I would....But looking for something like that might be more trouble then it's worth...
I look forward to 'hearing' the difference. I'll probably go with Alpine SPS-080A's up front as suggested in the near future...Just gotta find the 'best' deal on 'em...Back to eBay I go....
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From: Rancho Cordova California
BTW, would you happen to know the 'vitals' for the front and rear stock speakers? I found the stats for the Alpines:
Alpine SPS-080A:
Size 3-½"
RMS Power Range 2-15Watts
Peak Power Handling 75Watts
Sensitivity 88dB
Frequency Response 75-30KHz
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design 7/16" Balanced-dome
Tweeter Composition Titanium-coated PEI
Woofer Composition Aluminum-coated poly
Woofer Surround Rubber
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Dimensions
Top-mount Depth 1-½"
======================================== ===========
Alpine SPS-130A:
Size 5-¼"
RMS Power Range 2-30Watts
Peak Power Handling 150Watts
Sensitivity 92dB
Frequency Response 45-30KHz
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design Balanced Dome
Tweeter Composition Titanium-coated PEI
Woofer Composition Aluminum-coated poly
Woofer Surround Rubber
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Dimensions
Top-mount depth 2"
Wonder how the stock speakers compare, technically speaking?
Alpine SPS-080A:
Size 3-½"
RMS Power Range 2-15Watts
Peak Power Handling 75Watts
Sensitivity 88dB
Frequency Response 75-30KHz
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design 7/16" Balanced-dome
Tweeter Composition Titanium-coated PEI
Woofer Composition Aluminum-coated poly
Woofer Surround Rubber
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Dimensions
Top-mount Depth 1-½"
======================================== ===========
Alpine SPS-130A:
Size 5-¼"
RMS Power Range 2-30Watts
Peak Power Handling 150Watts
Sensitivity 92dB
Frequency Response 45-30KHz
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design Balanced Dome
Tweeter Composition Titanium-coated PEI
Woofer Composition Aluminum-coated poly
Woofer Surround Rubber
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Dimensions
Top-mount depth 2"
Wonder how the stock speakers compare, technically speaking?
Burning Brakes
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From: www.corvettepartitions.com Il
Guys--- seriously, one of the best things you can do to improve the quality of sound for your rear speakers is to install a partition in the rear of you Z. We have them, as well as other vendors, and they really do greatly enhance the sound quality. 
Brian
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Brian
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From: Granite Falls MN
Brian is right, the partition in the back of the Z06 does improve the sound of your system.
I ended up going with one from www.pfyc.com but all the vendors seem to get great feedback so if you decide on one, I'm sure you will be happy with any one you choose.
Sounds like you have a nice system
I ended up going with one from www.pfyc.com but all the vendors seem to get great feedback so if you decide on one, I'm sure you will be happy with any one you choose.
Sounds like you have a nice system
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Racer
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From: Houston Texas
Originally Posted by bmathews
Guys--- seriously, one of the best things you can do to improve the quality of sound for your rear speakers is to install a partition in the rear of you Z. We have them, as well as other vendors, and they really do greatly enhance the sound quality.
Brian
www.corvettepartitions.com
Brian
www.corvettepartitions.com
I agree. I have had a partition in mine for over two years now. But, it does not compare to a speaker change. I also have the full insulation kit. That make a big difference too.
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i bought the Alpines for the front too. Although I didn't research the prices and paid $80 for them on crutchfield 
. (ebay has em for $50).
Will be using Carleton's Tech Tips to install them.
. (ebay has em for $50).Will be using Carleton's Tech Tips to install them.
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From: Rancho Cordova California
Originally Posted by DanielW
i bought the Alpines for the front too. Although I didn't research the prices and paid $80 for them on crutchfield . (ebay has em for $50).
Will be using Carleton's Tech Tips to install them.
. (ebay has em for $50).Will be using Carleton's Tech Tips to install them.
Instructor
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From: Rancho Cordova California
Originally Posted by Icewasp
BTW, would anyone happen to know the 'vitals' for the front and rear stock speakers? I found the stats for the Alpines:
Alpine SPS-080A:
Size 3-½"
RMS Power Range 2-15Watts
Peak Power Handling 75Watts
Sensitivity 88dB
Frequency Response 75-30KHz
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design 7/16" Balanced-dome
Tweeter Composition Titanium-coated PEI
Woofer Composition Aluminum-coated poly
Woofer Surround Rubber
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Dimensions
Top-mount Depth 1-½"
======================================== ===========
Alpine SPS-130A:
Size 5-¼"
RMS Power Range 2-30Watts
Peak Power Handling 150Watts
Sensitivity 92dB
Frequency Response 45-30KHz
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design Balanced Dome
Tweeter Composition Titanium-coated PEI
Woofer Composition Aluminum-coated poly
Woofer Surround Rubber
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Dimensions
Top-mount depth 2"
Wonder how the stock speakers compare, technically speaking?
Alpine SPS-080A:
Size 3-½"
RMS Power Range 2-15Watts
Peak Power Handling 75Watts
Sensitivity 88dB
Frequency Response 75-30KHz
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design 7/16" Balanced-dome
Tweeter Composition Titanium-coated PEI
Woofer Composition Aluminum-coated poly
Woofer Surround Rubber
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Dimensions
Top-mount Depth 1-½"
======================================== ===========
Alpine SPS-130A:
Size 5-¼"
RMS Power Range 2-30Watts
Peak Power Handling 150Watts
Sensitivity 92dB
Frequency Response 45-30KHz
Design 2-way
Tweeter Design Balanced Dome
Tweeter Composition Titanium-coated PEI
Woofer Composition Aluminum-coated poly
Woofer Surround Rubber
Impedance (Ohms) 4
Dimensions
Top-mount depth 2"
Wonder how the stock speakers compare, technically speaking?
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