Hi, Guest
09-26-2008, 01:45 PM
Canadian ST,Sep 25 2008, 11:08 PM Wrote:Oscar The Grouch,Sep 25 2008, 11:00 PM Wrote:Alpine Type S 5x7's are great.ÃÂ They handle more power than stock and are good to use with an amp.
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Does a stock deck have enouph to power them? I don't want to start ripping apart the car put in amps, just better sound.
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Stock deck should be fine. I believe the Type S speakers handle about 50w rms, most aftermarket decks put about 16w RMS an stock decks put out about 12w RMS.
Like kona said, if you want clearer sound, you're going to need an aftermarket deck and an amp.
Aftermarket speakers can handle a lot, but without proper amplification, the signal becomes distorted and sound quality degrades.
Here's what I would suggest:
1. Aftermarket Deck. Get one with at least 2ea pre-outs.
2. Amp 2 or 4 channel (not sure what to use, I've never done an amplifier for door speakers yet). Get something that puts out about 50w RMS per channel. I would recommend something like this to start. Alpine F250 4 Channel Amp Link.
3. Upgraded speakers.
If you go up to that amp, and not crank it all the way up, you should be able to get some clearer sound without blowing your speakers.
So if you want clearer highs, buy a new aftermarket deck
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