EO
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Hi all,
I'm planning my audio system upgrade and would like some opinions on system design.
What I have: the Ford dual-media headunit (AM/FM/CD/Cass) w/20 watts per channel. I have NO Ford amplifier (I looked inside over the rear passenger wheel well). I already replaced the factory speakers with 60W Infinity References.
What I eventually want: better sound with a more power, more bass but not an extreme thumping system. So, I'm planning on a) replacing the headunit, b) adding an amp for the door speakers, and c) adding 1 subwoofer (with an amp).
OK, here goes:
1. I've read where some people do NOT amplify the rear door speakers via an amp, because all the main sound is up front. Wouldn't you get more sound (and protect your rear speakers from an underpowered HU) by amplifying them also?
2. Has anyone used the MTX Thunderform subwoofer? Cargo space is important to me, so this is probably my only real option. Would you recommend getting the one with the built in amp, or using a separate amp?
3. Based on #1, I'd probably get a 4 channel amp, and lean towards amplifying all 4 door speakers. But for the sub - it is better to get a 4ch + 1 amp, or use a 4ch amp with the MTX amp/subwoofer combo?
4. Finally, has anyone successfully obtained a wiring harness that fits the dual-media plug? Since I'm shelving my Ford HU, I need a wiring harness that can plug directly into the Ford connector that goes to the speakers. I assume RCAs would go from the headunit to the amp, and then (some other) wires would go from the amp to the speakers, via this harness. Speaking of...
5. Would the factory speaker wiring be sufficient for my needs?
Seems like there's many ways to go, so I want to approach this the right way. I know this is a lot of questions up front, but I've been reading this forum for some time and have accumulated many questions. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
-Erik
I'm planning my audio system upgrade and would like some opinions on system design.
What I have: the Ford dual-media headunit (AM/FM/CD/Cass) w/20 watts per channel. I have NO Ford amplifier (I looked inside over the rear passenger wheel well). I already replaced the factory speakers with 60W Infinity References.
What I eventually want: better sound with a more power, more bass but not an extreme thumping system. So, I'm planning on a) replacing the headunit, b) adding an amp for the door speakers, and c) adding 1 subwoofer (with an amp).
OK, here goes:
1. I've read where some people do NOT amplify the rear door speakers via an amp, because all the main sound is up front. Wouldn't you get more sound (and protect your rear speakers from an underpowered HU) by amplifying them also?
2. Has anyone used the MTX Thunderform subwoofer? Cargo space is important to me, so this is probably my only real option. Would you recommend getting the one with the built in amp, or using a separate amp?
3. Based on #1, I'd probably get a 4 channel amp, and lean towards amplifying all 4 door speakers. But for the sub - it is better to get a 4ch + 1 amp, or use a 4ch amp with the MTX amp/subwoofer combo?
4. Finally, has anyone successfully obtained a wiring harness that fits the dual-media plug? Since I'm shelving my Ford HU, I need a wiring harness that can plug directly into the Ford connector that goes to the speakers. I assume RCAs would go from the headunit to the amp, and then (some other) wires would go from the amp to the speakers, via this harness. Speaking of...
5. Would the factory speaker wiring be sufficient for my needs?
Seems like there's many ways to go, so I want to approach this the right way. I know this is a lot of questions up front, but I've been reading this forum for some time and have accumulated many questions. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
-Erik