[bigsaucybob]

I just want a cheap, easy solution to the sadly crappy stock stereo system in my 2006 Mazda 3 5dr. I need the Sub, Amp, and LOC but I can get that from the installer.

I found this:

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Magn...psm/oid/162819/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do#tabs

Obviously its crap, but will it truly make a difference?

The site says the RMS is 500, does that mean the included amp can power a 500 RMS?

Thanks for any help.

 

[Rocketeer]

IMO, just adding a sub and amp is not going to better your system unless you call just loud thumping better :shock:

If you really want a better system, you will need to replace H/U and stock speakers.

Now if you want to keep the head unit like I did, you need to at least replace the front the stock speakers and amp them. I also replaced the rear speakers too because I got a good deal on them.

So IMO cheapest way to get better sound is to replace stock speakers and amp them.

 

[Pantani]

[quote author=Rocketeer link=topic=73620.msg1306875#msg1306875 date=1175536451]
IMO, just adding a sub and amp is not going to better your system unless you call just loud thumping better :shock:

If you really want a better system, you will need to replace H/U and stock speakers.

Now if you want to keep the head unit like I did, you need to at least replace the front the stock speakers and amp them. I also replaced the rear speakers too because I got a good deal on them.

So IMO cheapest way to get better sound is to replace stock speakers and amp them.
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+1

 

[mz3szoomzoom]

Adding a sub does help, thats what I started out with the stock system isnt horrible sounding its just not great sounding. I eventually replaced my HU but still have the stock speakers..

 

[Pantani]

/threadjack

Zomg druid ftw

 

[bigsaucybob]

So you think replacing the stock speakers would give me an overall better sounding system then a new sub and amp?

I would probably tend to agree, but isn't that going to be more expensive?

 

[sihaya]

And how much of that can you do without affecting your warranty? (very new to posting here) Just asking cuz I am thinking about putting a sub (with all necessary extras) in my 3l

 

[mau5]

[quote author=bigsaucybob link=topic=73620.msg1307098#msg1307098 date=1175541276]
So you think replacing the stock speakers would give me an overall better sounding system then a new sub and amp?

I would probably tend to agree, but isn't that going to be more expensive?
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No replacing the stock speakers AND adding an amp will cost you which is what I would reccomend for getting into decent sound. You shouldnt ever use a factory headunit with its amp to drive anything over the factory spec.

If your on a tight budget, keep factory headunit - LOC it to a decent level RMS 4 channel amp, replace speakers.
hen if your still needing more, replace factory headunit. Get another amp, get a nice sub.
I have never liked the bass output from a factory signal no matter what kind of external amp or LOC, maybe its just what I had way back when but fading and having an empty booming sound than clean SQ bass was killing the effect.

 

[mau5]

[quote author=sihaya link=topic=73620.msg1312846#msg1312846 date=1175733443]
And how much of that can you do without affecting your warranty? (very new to posting here) Just asking cuz I am thinking about putting a sub (with all necessary extras) in my 3l
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Warranty will be voided when you take it in after making a mistake and leave that aftermarket part hanging or still installed....secret...shhhhh- Im no warranty expert, just what I have dealt with in the past.
Really if your worried about warranty then dont mod the car at all, it will save you the headache when a dealership service manager points out that ANYTHING added or taken out is the cause of the fault. Even a set of chrome tire valve stem caps...."it throws off the balance and cause the ball joints to warp" or whatever nonsense they can dish out.