Hello, I am looking for some help and advice here before I start on my stereo install. I have a 87 E30 Vert, with “some” distant past basic install experience. However, I know very little about amps, ohms, and really didn’t know that +/- when wiring speakers really made a diff.
As well all know, convertibles have their challenges when it comes to speakers, space and a finished sounding product. Ever since my first car and 5 and 6 convertibles, I have never had a real decent sounding system. The pyramid amp/EQ with light spectrum display in my 71 Olds convertible was loud back in 84’, but that’s
The previous owner had a couple decent items installed; however I am considering selling the MONO amp and the 4 channel built by Power Precision and replacing it. Due to the dampness, I was even thinking about going with a marine amp? That is one option I wanted input on. I am not opposed to getting a different amp or two to get the job done. I was even considering the Obcon OB-2800i if the quality is decent. Here are amps:
I was thinking about powering the two rear speakers with the Sony Head unit provided power. That way, (hopefully not) if I had an amp issue, I would still have tunes and 45x4 is decent power, right? Here is what I am looking at:
I have an old Sony passive EQ that I wouldn’t mind using to further adjust the frequencies to my listening preferences. Ideas suggestions on that?
So my questions are about amps, where to put them? The PO had them on the trunk floor. With the moister back there, I am surprised they made it all these years. Hanging them better? Maybe putting one up front that powers the door mids? Where to get a decent priced cross over, or is there on installed factory going to the tweeters? Due to the many other projects to do on this car as well as the E65, funds are pretty tight. I can always grow and improve the system, I just don’t want to screw anything up to start, costing me more money. I am installing door pods for 8 mid-sub:
I guess that’s enough questions to pose for now. Any and all advice, help and feedback is appreciated. :D
As well all know, convertibles have their challenges when it comes to speakers, space and a finished sounding product. Ever since my first car and 5 and 6 convertibles, I have never had a real decent sounding system. The pyramid amp/EQ with light spectrum display in my 71 Olds convertible was loud back in 84’, but that’s
The previous owner had a couple decent items installed; however I am considering selling the MONO amp and the 4 channel built by Power Precision and replacing it. Due to the dampness, I was even thinking about going with a marine amp? That is one option I wanted input on. I am not opposed to getting a different amp or two to get the job done. I was even considering the Obcon OB-2800i if the quality is decent. Here are amps:
I was thinking about powering the two rear speakers with the Sony Head unit provided power. That way, (hopefully not) if I had an amp issue, I would still have tunes and 45x4 is decent power, right? Here is what I am looking at:
I have an old Sony passive EQ that I wouldn’t mind using to further adjust the frequencies to my listening preferences. Ideas suggestions on that?
So my questions are about amps, where to put them? The PO had them on the trunk floor. With the moister back there, I am surprised they made it all these years. Hanging them better? Maybe putting one up front that powers the door mids? Where to get a decent priced cross over, or is there on installed factory going to the tweeters? Due to the many other projects to do on this car as well as the E65, funds are pretty tight. I can always grow and improve the system, I just don’t want to screw anything up to start, costing me more money. I am installing door pods for 8 mid-sub:
I guess that’s enough questions to pose for now. Any and all advice, help and feedback is appreciated. :D
THANKS!!!
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