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Old Sep 18, 2000 | 04:38 AM
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would someone check out these subs and tell me if they are worth the $109.99ea i'd pay for them.
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pr...s-w1240dvc.htm

Also does anone have ideas on some other places to put my amp other than in my back seat. lastly does anyone know about the quality of legacy amps. Thanx in advance JON

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Old Sep 18, 2000 | 06:54 AM
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Pioneer subs are good subs. $109 sounds fair.

There are plenty of places to put amps, but the most popular area is on top of the hump right behind the back seats. Just DON'T screw them down into the floor. Your gas tank is right below.

Legacy amps are some of the most worthless piece of **** amps on the market.

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Old Sep 18, 2000 | 06:06 PM
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You took the words right outta my mouth!
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Old Sep 18, 2000 | 07:56 PM
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I like Pioneer speakers. Knew someone who had an IMPP 10" and it hit pretty hard.

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Old Sep 18, 2000 | 08:25 PM
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great i'll go with the pioneers one question who makes the better amp
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Old Sep 18, 2000 | 08:26 PM
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great i'll go with the pioneers one question who makes the better amp
MOBILE AUTHORITY
Crunch (LED Series)
ROCKWOOD
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Profile


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Old Sep 18, 2000 | 09:03 PM
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MOBILE AUTHORITY
Crunch (LED Series)
ROCKWOOD
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Profile
E) None of the above.

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Old Sep 18, 2000 | 09:47 PM
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Jim's totally right. Spend more now, and you'll be a lot happier in the long run. At the very least, get yourself a brand name like Kenwood, Pioneer or Clarion. For the $$, Kenwood supposedly makes a real good amp.

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Old Sep 19, 2000 | 07:53 AM
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I would assume that you're looking for amps on a small budget judging by your manufacturer choices so far.

Just to give you some options...

Kicker Impulse series amps give you major bang for the buck. Alpine V12 series is a little more expensive, but still not near the price of some of the big boys. Or on a very tight budget, I would even lean twards the Kenwood amps over any of those you
mentioned. You can also look into Rockford's entry level, MTX (any), shall i go on?

I have used/installed/judged many if not all of these brands and can definately say you'd be happier spending just a little more now, still be within a budget, and you'll be a lot happier later.

Just my $.02, take it or leave it



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Old Sep 20, 2000 | 02:31 AM
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thanks people i'm new to this stuff so i'm tryin to find my way through....think i'll try the rockford's....Thanx again
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Old Sep 20, 2000 | 03:32 AM
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is this an as backward combo
Kenwood krc 508s (cassette deck)
Rockford PUNCH 400A4(amp for interior speakers)
Rockford power H500a2(amp for subs)
subs= 12in pioneer 303dvc 500w max ea
6x9=pioneer TS-A6969 220w max ea
4x6=pioneer TS-A4615 80w max ea
kick panels ???? maybe

so what do you people think is this a setup with potential??
i have a person who gives me deals on almost everything i need this list comes to just over $992.90?
opinions please.




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Old Sep 20, 2000 | 07:20 AM
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I think if you replace the cassette deck with a cd player, you'll be all set

Don't forget that wiring and accessories can not be scrimped on, so plan on spending around another $150 for that stuff.

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Old Sep 20, 2000 | 12:33 PM
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Originally posted by Jim85IROC:
I think if you replace the cassette deck with a cd player, you'll be all set

Don't forget that wiring and accessories can not be scrimped on, so plan on spending around another $150 for that stuff.

i'm getting a cd changer later, but as of now i use alot of tapes


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Old Sep 20, 2000 | 03:28 PM
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I just put a Rockford-Fosgate 400a4 in my GTA to run the speakers. Sounds great!
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Old Sep 20, 2000 | 04:06 PM
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i have a punch 400.4 on four jl 10w'0s in my 92 camaro and they rock the hell out of them won me 2 second place wins at bass competitions i hit 148.8 decibals and a 148.5

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