My first car sterio set up

Joking
Joking Posts: 11
edited March 2009 in Car Audio & Electronics
Hey guys I just wanted some advise on this set up for my Dodge Dakota that I have been putting together. Here is whats going in it.


Two front speakers are Polks MM6501.
Single rear sub is Polks MM2154D
The amp is Polks PA1100.5
And I'm hoping the Head unit will be Pioneers Deh-P6100BT it has a 3-band parametric EQ.

The amp seems to be rated for low ohms so I am probly going to wire the sub for 2 ohms.
Any and all advice is welcome,so feel free to say anything.
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  • eprater1
    eprater1 Posts: 175
    edited February 2009
    get the pioneer deh-p800prs u wont regret theextra money spent
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited February 2009
    eprater1 wrote: »
    get the pioneer deh-p800prs u wont regret theextra money spent
    I've certainly mentioned that one to him, but it's a bit out of his price range.
    George Grand wrote: »
    Jstas wrote: »
    Simple question. If you had a cool million bucks, what would you do with it?
    Wonder WTF happened to the rest of my money.
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    Pro-Ject Phono Box MKII, Parasound P/HP-850, ASL Wave 20 monoblocks
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  • eprater1
    eprater1 Posts: 175
    edited February 2009
    SHOP AROUND !!!!!!

    I only paid 280 for mine shipped to the door, new!
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  • arun1963
    arun1963 Posts: 1,797
    edited February 2009
    A third vote for the 880prs or the high end alpines. Point is when you are spending so much $$$ on speakers and amps, you should have a HU that gives you the ability to get the max out of your speakers and amp. Its like putting a speed regulator on a porsche. The porsche will still run but youre not getting the most out of it. A good HU should allow you max tuning options. Time alignment, choice on xovers and slopes and atleast 10-12 individual frequencies that you can adjust. The eq on the 880prs allows you to tune 16 frequencies independently for left and right chanels.

    Also on the amp I would suggest i/o the 1100.5 go with the 500.4 and a mono block 600.1 for the sub. Your sub will get more power.

    Also consider bi-amping your fronts. I have just gone bi-amped on my momo's with a 500.4 amp and its so sweet. There is a thread here "sq steps" check it out if you're looking to bi amp. It also has some great info on tuning, time alignment, install and lots of answers to dumb FAQ's from newbies like me.

    good luck
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  • eprater1
    eprater1 Posts: 175
    edited February 2009
    if its ur first stereo stick with the 1100.5 eaiser to install and easier on your cars charging system
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited February 2009
    He already has the speakers and amp, so definitely sticking with those. And I'm hoping I've convinced him to biamp, though I'm not sure what is thoughts are on it right now.
    George Grand wrote: »
    Jstas wrote: »
    Simple question. If you had a cool million bucks, what would you do with it?
    Wonder WTF happened to the rest of my money.
    In Use
    PS3, Yamaha CDR-HD1300, Plex, Amazon Fire TV Gen 2
    Pioneer Elite VSX-52, Parasound HCA-1000A
    Klipsch RF-82ii, RC-62ii, RS-42ii, RW-10d
    Epson 8700UB
    In Storage
    [Home Audio]
    Rotel RCD-02, Yamaha KX-W900U, Sony ST-S500ES, Denon DP-7F
    Pro-Ject Phono Box MKII, Parasound P/HP-850, ASL Wave 20 monoblocks
    Klipsch RF-35, RB-51ii
    [Car Audio]
    Pioneer Premier DEH-P860MP, Memphis 16-MCA3004, Boston Acoustic RC520
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited February 2009
    youll have to remind me what that means again, And if anyone knows where I could get a more affordable P880 I would like to know I might be more likely to change my mind, but on the rest Im pretty much stuck with already.
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  • eprater1
    eprater1 Posts: 175
    edited February 2009
    Joking wrote: »
    youll have to remind me what that means again, And if anyone knows where I could get a more affordable P880 I would like to know I might be more likely to change my mind, but on the rest Im pretty much stuck with already.

    you def are not "stuck" with the above that is all quality stuff. :)
    i cant tell u how many people have a walmart/best buy system and think its the best quality stuff ever. you have nice equipment so far that is why were recomending you do youself the favor and get a quality headunit to bring out the most in what you have.

    i will work on the headunit for you.
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited February 2009
    Yeah, sorry I didnt mean to come across unappreciative for what I have, I am very happy with what I have acquired and that its come at such a great price.

    Yeah ill keep looking for that Prs 800 or something great like that and I would appreciate your help very much so.
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited February 2009
    Since you guys got me looking for new head units I found the P880PRS at online car stereo for $325, what do you guys think?
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  • cadenceclipse
    cadenceclipse Posts: 459
    edited February 2009
    don't be ungrateful!:mad: just joking:D 325 sounds nice. thats like almost half off right? that place gives u a 1 year warranty also, eh? do it. where'd u get your components from?
    Polk MM6501 kick panels, Eclipse cd7200mkll and SW9122 Bomb Box, Cadence A4, A7, CAP5, JL8W3V3
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited February 2009
    The two front speakers and amp came from a store called Tweeter that was going out of business so I got them both brand new for 500$ and the sub is coming from Crutchfield.com they are buy one get one free for 150$, so if you ask me I'm racking up pretty good. I might get away with just under 1000$ for all my equipment.
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  • Cardinals-1
    Cardinals-1 Posts: 80
    edited February 2009
    I am not a fan anymore of car stereo.

    After having 2 expensive setups stolen and realizing no matter how much I spend it is still bouncing sound off plastic and glass I think you should save your money and invest more in a good home setup.
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited February 2009
    well, my stock stereo is practically dead, im in college when not at home and when at home the dad has an amazing home theater setup that I can enjoy. ill invest when I have a home to invest in, right now im driving pretty much everywhere and I love to drive, ill take a 12hr+ drive over a short flight anytime.
    I love to drive and I love music and I love to share.
    Psalm 98:4
    Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all the earth: make a loud noise
    All the more reason to crank the stereo.:)
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  • biggs
    biggs Posts: 16
    edited February 2009
    Scripture quoted for car stereo. That's gotta be a first?
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  • cadenceclipse
    cadenceclipse Posts: 459
    edited February 2009
    i wanted to catch tweeter but not in time. i didn't know they went out till i went there and seen 4 myself. how much did they give u the mms 4?
    Polk MM6501 kick panels, Eclipse cd7200mkll and SW9122 Bomb Box, Cadence A4, A7, CAP5, JL8W3V3
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited February 2009
    150 for the speakers I think?
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  • cadenceclipse
    cadenceclipse Posts: 459
    edited February 2009
    damn u got the hook up! congrats on that score!
    Polk MM6501 kick panels, Eclipse cd7200mkll and SW9122 Bomb Box, Cadence A4, A7, CAP5, JL8W3V3
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited February 2009
    Alright, to whom it may concern. This is the final setup:
    HU: Pioneer Premier DEH-P800PRS
    AMP:PA 1100.5
    Speakers:MM5601
    Single sub: MM2154D
    Th sub will probly be wired at 2 ohms, and if anyone had advise for a box please let me know, its 15".
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited February 2009
    Rocking system there, man. You're going to be thrilled with it!! :D
    George Grand wrote: »
    Jstas wrote: »
    Simple question. If you had a cool million bucks, what would you do with it?
    Wonder WTF happened to the rest of my money.
    In Use
    PS3, Yamaha CDR-HD1300, Plex, Amazon Fire TV Gen 2
    Pioneer Elite VSX-52, Parasound HCA-1000A
    Klipsch RF-82ii, RC-62ii, RS-42ii, RW-10d
    Epson 8700UB
    In Storage
    [Home Audio]
    Rotel RCD-02, Yamaha KX-W900U, Sony ST-S500ES, Denon DP-7F
    Pro-Ject Phono Box MKII, Parasound P/HP-850, ASL Wave 20 monoblocks
    Klipsch RF-35, RB-51ii
    [Car Audio]
    Pioneer Premier DEH-P860MP, Memphis 16-MCA3004, Boston Acoustic RC520
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  • eprater1
    eprater1 Posts: 175
    edited February 2009
    the box just depends on what u like. i prefere mine to produce really low notes and have 1 12" in a slot loaded 4.2 cu/ft box and it pounds.
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  • cadenceclipse
    cadenceclipse Posts: 459
    edited February 2009
    sealed
    Polk MM6501 kick panels, Eclipse cd7200mkll and SW9122 Bomb Box, Cadence A4, A7, CAP5, JL8W3V3
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited February 2009
    Yeah, I second the sealed route.

    I think he was more of asking about where to look to buy one, what specs to look for in one (probably enclosure size, etc).
    George Grand wrote: »
    Jstas wrote: »
    Simple question. If you had a cool million bucks, what would you do with it?
    Wonder WTF happened to the rest of my money.
    In Use
    PS3, Yamaha CDR-HD1300, Plex, Amazon Fire TV Gen 2
    Pioneer Elite VSX-52, Parasound HCA-1000A
    Klipsch RF-82ii, RC-62ii, RS-42ii, RW-10d
    Epson 8700UB
    In Storage
    [Home Audio]
    Rotel RCD-02, Yamaha KX-W900U, Sony ST-S500ES, Denon DP-7F
    Pro-Ject Phono Box MKII, Parasound P/HP-850, ASL Wave 20 monoblocks
    Klipsch RF-35, RB-51ii
    [Car Audio]
    Pioneer Premier DEH-P860MP, Memphis 16-MCA3004, Boston Acoustic RC520
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  • cadenceclipse
    cadenceclipse Posts: 459
    edited February 2009
    why don't u build him a nice box bliss? help the man out its his first setup. didn't u get him this far. nice box'll b the icing..or u could build it yourself jokin..
    Polk MM6501 kick panels, Eclipse cd7200mkll and SW9122 Bomb Box, Cadence A4, A7, CAP5, JL8W3V3
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited February 2009
    Hahaha, me build it? I thought you wanted me to HELP the poor dude! :p

    Besides, I'm 13 hours away from him now and will be until the system's installed. As for him putting one together...I'm guessing he probably could.
    George Grand wrote: »
    Jstas wrote: »
    Simple question. If you had a cool million bucks, what would you do with it?
    Wonder WTF happened to the rest of my money.
    In Use
    PS3, Yamaha CDR-HD1300, Plex, Amazon Fire TV Gen 2
    Pioneer Elite VSX-52, Parasound HCA-1000A
    Klipsch RF-82ii, RC-62ii, RS-42ii, RW-10d
    Epson 8700UB
    In Storage
    [Home Audio]
    Rotel RCD-02, Yamaha KX-W900U, Sony ST-S500ES, Denon DP-7F
    Pro-Ject Phono Box MKII, Parasound P/HP-850, ASL Wave 20 monoblocks
    Klipsch RF-35, RB-51ii
    [Car Audio]
    Pioneer Premier DEH-P860MP, Memphis 16-MCA3004, Boston Acoustic RC520
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited February 2009
    Im kinda cramped on time for all of this, Im only going to be home 10 days in march to pick it all up and put it in the truck, then I got to drive 13 hrs to get back to school and become completely swallowed in school work again. So if it comes down to it ill do the box myself but more than likely I will find some one else to do it or buy a box.
    So if you guys have any suggestions on what the dimensions should be just let me know.
    Thanks for all the help. I like it here.
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  • Joking
    Joking Posts: 11
    edited March 2009
    Hey what does anyone think of me putting the 2 fifteens in and could I run both at 1 ohm since thats what the amp is pretty much made for, there 4 ohm DVC subs so I could just hook it up to run both at 2 ohms. Let me know.
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  • cadenceclipse
    cadenceclipse Posts: 459
    edited March 2009
    do it
    Polk MM6501 kick panels, Eclipse cd7200mkll and SW9122 Bomb Box, Cadence A4, A7, CAP5, JL8W3V3
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