Ok. I am going to try to make this as short as possible.
My goal is to make a decent sounding system without making to many mistakes and any shortcuts. I have already boughten a few things (I will list) and would like some insight for the rest.
Specs. (Things I have boughten.)
Amp -
Jenson POWER 760
100w RMS x 4 @ 2 Ohms
THD - .005, @ 5%, 1.00 @ 95%
5hz-60,000hz
Signal to Noise: 102db
1 Input up to 5v preamp, 2 Output preamp
Second Amp
Pioneer GM-X352
Continuous Power (14.4V): 40Wx2 (4ohm), 50Wx2 (2ohm), 100Wx1 (4ohm)
Max Power (14.4V): 80Wx2 (4ohm), 200Wx1 (4ohm)
Frequency Response: 10Hz - 50kHz (0,-1dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.008% (1kHz, 4ohm)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100dB (IHF-A)
Dimensions: 11" x 2-5/16" x 6-3/16"
Speakers
Front Door - Infinity Kappa 6929I 330W 100RMS 2-way
Rear Seats - INFINITY Kappa 693.9i 330W 100RMS 3 -way
(Note) These speaker will be ran off of the Jenson 400w RMS amp
Infinity Kappa 109T 1--Inch Edge-Driven UHF Dome Tweeter 50w RMS
(Note) This will be ran off of my Pioneer GM-X352 Amp
Ok, Now this is where I am seaking knowledge. I will just list them in Question Based, Listed in order.
Questions.
1. My Pioneer Headset puts off 2.2 Preamp Volts, Should I buy a "Pre-Amp Line Driver" to increase the Volts to 5, (My amp accepts 5v Max), Would this be something that would "Better" my performance? and if so, by how much? (Cheapest one I see that I could use is 50-80$)
2. I have 16-18Gauge speaker wire in my car right now. Would it be worth the extra cash and time to upgrade it to 12Gauge? Or should I leave it alone?
3. My alternator runs at 110Amp, My battery is a new battery. My max load from my amps will be 550w RMS, Should I do the BIG3? Or Even a second battery? I wont even ask if I need a CAP "I think its clear they are worthless" Ps. The car is a 1999 Sebring Conv
I think I understand most of it, But because I have never done this, I am getting caught on alot of newbie stuff. If you have anything you would like to add PLEASE DO! If you think im stupid, Say I'm stupid. I think this Question-air will help many people in the future looking for the same question. Thank you for you time!
PS.
I was thinking the bass from the 6x9 (4 of them) Would add enough bass for the car, Both speakers hit the 5hz range, They also hit 40k lol. Should I take the time in adding a Small sub for the car? I think im already maxing the 110 alternator by pulling 40amps, 200w/12v would be another 16amps, I would think I would have to do the BIG 3, and add another batter, and pray I dont have to replace my alternator anytime soon.
My goal is to make a decent sounding system without making to many mistakes and any shortcuts. I have already boughten a few things (I will list) and would like some insight for the rest.
Specs. (Things I have boughten.)
Amp -
Jenson POWER 760
100w RMS x 4 @ 2 Ohms
THD - .005, @ 5%, 1.00 @ 95%
5hz-60,000hz
Signal to Noise: 102db
1 Input up to 5v preamp, 2 Output preamp
Second Amp
Pioneer GM-X352
Continuous Power (14.4V): 40Wx2 (4ohm), 50Wx2 (2ohm), 100Wx1 (4ohm)
Max Power (14.4V): 80Wx2 (4ohm), 200Wx1 (4ohm)
Frequency Response: 10Hz - 50kHz (0,-1dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.008% (1kHz, 4ohm)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100dB (IHF-A)
Dimensions: 11" x 2-5/16" x 6-3/16"
Speakers
Front Door - Infinity Kappa 6929I 330W 100RMS 2-way
Rear Seats - INFINITY Kappa 693.9i 330W 100RMS 3 -way
(Note) These speaker will be ran off of the Jenson 400w RMS amp
Infinity Kappa 109T 1--Inch Edge-Driven UHF Dome Tweeter 50w RMS
(Note) This will be ran off of my Pioneer GM-X352 Amp
Ok, Now this is where I am seaking knowledge. I will just list them in Question Based, Listed in order.
Questions.
1. My Pioneer Headset puts off 2.2 Preamp Volts, Should I buy a "Pre-Amp Line Driver" to increase the Volts to 5, (My amp accepts 5v Max), Would this be something that would "Better" my performance? and if so, by how much? (Cheapest one I see that I could use is 50-80$)
2. I have 16-18Gauge speaker wire in my car right now. Would it be worth the extra cash and time to upgrade it to 12Gauge? Or should I leave it alone?
3. My alternator runs at 110Amp, My battery is a new battery. My max load from my amps will be 550w RMS, Should I do the BIG3? Or Even a second battery? I wont even ask if I need a CAP "I think its clear they are worthless" Ps. The car is a 1999 Sebring Conv
I think I understand most of it, But because I have never done this, I am getting caught on alot of newbie stuff. If you have anything you would like to add PLEASE DO! If you think im stupid, Say I'm stupid. I think this Question-air will help many people in the future looking for the same question. Thank you for you time!
PS.
I was thinking the bass from the 6x9 (4 of them) Would add enough bass for the car, Both speakers hit the 5hz range, They also hit 40k lol. Should I take the time in adding a Small sub for the car? I think im already maxing the 110 alternator by pulling 40amps, 200w/12v would be another 16amps, I would think I would have to do the BIG 3, and add another batter, and pray I dont have to replace my alternator anytime soon.