audio set-up for beginners [continued]

[jhnkvn]

thanks again jhnkvn. i am learning a lot from you bro. if i am to purchase class d mono amp, will this replace my existing kd80.4 amp? or the mono amp for my sub and my kd80.4 for my seps?

It will not replace it but augment your lineup: Mono amp on the subwoofer then KD80.4 on the separates. For the more advanced users, it allows for a full-active configuration (1 driver = 1 channel), but for the newbies, just bridge the 4-channel amplifier. So suddenly you have a 160Wx2 on your speakers instead of 80W. That should solve your "power" problem.

[ealdree]

It will not replace it but augment your lineup: Mono amp on the subwoofer then KD80.4 on the separates. For the more advanced users, it allows for a full-active configuration (1 driver = 1 channel), but for the newbies, just bridge the 4-channel amplifier. So suddenly you have a 160Wx2 on your speakers instead of 80W. That should solve your "power" problem.

well said bro. i might purchase a pioneer class d mono amp for my sub. thanks again for all the learnings. more power.

[Gian Paulo]

Gud PM. Any idea how much the range cost and availability of ready made Subs as per the pic attached. Thanks.

[sientobente]

Active subs like that usually cost around 5k or less. You might find it a bit weak though, still better to get a separate enclosure, driver and amp.

[aprilboyidol]

mga sir noticeable ba ang difference sa sound kapag from separates sa front papalitan ko ng coaxial, balak ko kasi palitan yung ryan audio seps sa front ng coaxial na polk audio .... salamat

[sientobente]

^ I'd keep the separates if I were you. Aftermarket na naman yan, even if we say Polk is more expensive than Ryan Audio.

Generally, seps sound cleaner than coaxials.

[johnrae]

It will not replace it but augment your lineup: Mono amp on the subwoofer then KD80.4 on the separates. For the more advanced users, it allows for a full-active configuration (1 driver = 1 channel), but for the newbies, just bridge the 4-channel amplifier. So suddenly you have a 160Wx2 on your speakers instead of 80W. That should solve your "power" problem.

Hi jhnkvn. just new here. i have a complete setup in my car but it seems i am looking for a more ouput from the tweeter of my seps. is it advisable to install a separate dome tweeter? if yes, what would be the best brand?

[lommer]

Installed my 2nd android headunit in my other LC200. I replaced the pioneer 8750bt. Am super duper happy. Everything i wanted in a headunit is there. Waze, spotify, overlaid Lyrics via Musixmatch.

This Joying unit rocks. The sound is just as sweet and punchy as from the pioneer unit.



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Sir can you tell me how much is the Joying cost. Can you also tell me where did you have it installed?

[jhnkvn]

*Gian Paulo
Sorry, I can't see the model of the speaker so it's a hard call.

But unlike siento's observation. I believe that's a passive subwoofer with a fabricated box. Reason for this is the tell-tale speaker terminals from the box as opposed to RCA inputs.

As a general rule, check the cost of the subwoofer driver then just add Php1,000 to Php2,000 for a box. The box cost differs as it will depend on the MDF used by the installer, its cover (either carpet or leather/leatherette), as well as how much internal reinforcements the box has.

In general, the more expensive your subwoofer, the more you want to pay close attention to the box. You throw in internal bracing (some even go for aluminums), the shape of it to reduce standing waves, etc. As an extreme example, home audio JL Fantoms can cost up to Php150,000 a piece for a subwoofer that costs Php30,000.. a built-in amplifier/DSP that's probably around Php20,000 and the rest is box and branding.




*aprilboyidol
Noticeable. Iba na agad yun driver configuration halata na agad

If you're already purchased separate components and are using it. Don't go the coaxial route. If you look at all the modern cars nowadays such as the Mercedes Burmester system to Mazda's BOSE system, all of those uses separate components na.




*AMjohnrae
Your best choice is to first bring it to an installer and check your separates' crossover. It might have decibel attenuation that is decreasing the output of your speakers. In general, it's usually on a 3dB gap (ex. 0dB, -3dB, -6dB). Aside from this, look at your source (head unit)'s settings. There might be settings there that is also reducing the tweeter output.

By experience, most people who have tweeter output problems suffers from either or both of these problems. It's very rare for somebody to be unsatisfied with their tweeter output given factory or aftermarket products.

Also, adding another tweeter may not necessarily solve your problem. Depending on acoustics, it might in fact just aggravate it.

[aprilboyidol]

ano po maganda original Alpine mrp-f240 (4x50w RMS) or x12 710 (4x100w)