Component speaker recommendations - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

renmike · 03-24-2007, 06:06 PM

The passenger door speaker (6") went all wonky in my car today. Does anyone have any suggestions for a nice entry-level set of component speakers? I'll probably put the tweeter in the black piece next to the side mirrors. I currently am running a newer JVC head unit and at some point will prolly get an amp, but will run the components off the head unit for the time being. Also, where could I get the best deal on these components??? Thanks

***cam2Xrunner*** · 03-24-2007, 06:08 PM

What is the budget?

renmike · 03-24-2007, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by cam2Xrunner

What is the budget?

I'd like to not spend more than $200.00. If I could get something reasonable for about 150 or less, I know I'd be dreaming, but that'd be great.

360glitch · 03-24-2007, 07:37 PM

These polks are pretty nice, especially if you plan on adding an amp. You can get them off ebay shipped for right at $200.

***cam2Xrunner*** · 03-25-2007, 10:49 PM

If you could spend 250 I'd rec. the Pioneer TS-C720PRS, but if it must be less the MB Quart QSC-216 are on sale at ikesound for 199.

Natas · 03-31-2007, 02:45 PM

I would go with MB Quart. They sound very good and can be had for less than $200. If the budget was higher I would suggest Focal.

thereal2x · 03-31-2007, 08:51 PM

i also suggest those polks. i have had a good experience with polk so far.

mayfew · 04-01-2007, 01:19 AM

it is probably too late but, MB QUART REFERENCE Series RUA 216 are $129.99 from amazon.

renmike · 04-02-2007, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by mayfew

it is probably too late but, MB QUART REFERENCE Series RUA 216 are $129.99 from amazon.

What's the quality? Is this one of those cases where you get what you pay for?

mayfew · 04-02-2007, 06:05 PM

I am installing mine later this week. A buddy of mine has the MB Quart componet set in his pathfinder and it is amazing. The main thing is that you cannot blow them no matter how many watts of power you give them, the just shut off before they blow. They use a light bulb with quarts to divert the exces power. You can look up the frequency responce to see how they compare to others. but for the price you cant beat them. MB Quarts makes 4 differnt qualities of components, if you are interested in spending mega money. The highest, Q-line will run you $400+ for a set. for more info check the web site www.mbquart.com/en/

***cam2Xrunner*** · 04-04-2007, 03:27 AM

I just recomended the Q line that is on sale for 199...

The QSC-216 set at ikesound.com

I'd rather pay the extra 50 bucks for the PRS components from Pioneer.

renmike · 04-04-2007, 11:25 AM

I'll probably wait until this summer when I have the time (and money) to invest. I'll keep both brands on my mind when I go looking. I've seen where some people mount the crossovers in the doors, while some do not recommend it (just saw a post where cam2xrunner did not either) and was wondering what other options I had. I'm guessing in the trunk. It looks like If i'm going through all the trouble of buying components, I would just go ahead and get an amp and go from there. Thanks for all the help so far guys

***cam2Xrunner*** · 04-04-2007, 03:20 PM

Yeah, NEVER put them in the door. Most people make the mistake of doing this. It even seems harder to mount them and wire them in the door. I don't get why people think this is the correct way of doing it. You have both moisture and vibrations, two things you really don't want your crossovers exposed to.

mayfew · 04-04-2007, 04:35 PM

I see, sorry, where would you recomend placing crossovers?

Corollacrazy42 · 04-06-2007, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by mayfew

I see, sorry, where would you recomend placing crossovers?

On your sub box possibly... or maybe amke a little slab of wood in the back for them. More then likely you wont want them on the doors. Its just a huge pain in the ass.