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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 11:29 PM
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ive been looking at boxes from jl, subthump, elemental designs, there are a lot of options anyone have any of these, also where did you mount your amp and can you tap into line level outputs from the factory radio?? Can you still store your top in the hatch?? All help is appreciated. Any thoughts on door speakers?
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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 11:40 PM
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If you check out the audio section of the forum you can have all of your questions answered and find plenty of pics.

The audio section is under General Corvette.
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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 11:40 PM
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Big yes on the JL Audio Stealth box Loose the factory radio and get a new head unit (why half azz it). Top in the hatch is no problem and use MB Quarts or something simular in quality in the doors. I put my power amp up against the back wall of the hatch in between where the latches are for the top
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Old Jul 28, 2007 | 11:40 PM
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Subthump box with Elemental Designs 12 inch sub. Jl Audio amp mounted on mdf to back wall. No problems with the top for me. I replaced the whole system
you should post this in the audio section and you will get a ton of feedback
here is my setup

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Old May 14, 2023 | 05:24 AM
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If you are looking for 12-inch subwoofer for your c5 you can check these two article:
https://identifyradio.com/best-12-inch-subwoofer
https://caraudiowise.com/best-12-inch-subwoofers
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Old May 14, 2023 | 11:15 AM
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IMO, it will be tough to get a better bang for your buck than a JL 12w6v2 paired to a 500/1:



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Vettnuts corner sub and a 500 watt Kenwood Amp behind the passenger seat on the deck. Left room for a 4 channel amp next to it when I feel like ripping the car apart again..
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