Stock BA system replacement

[Imdyinhere]

ill come to 5guys tonight and let you give a listen. Saturday morning might be good for me. I could drive up to you since you came to my place last time. /hijack

[Dega Man]

Originally Posted by Imdyinhere

Hate to butt in here but I have been following this thread and so far havent had anything to say that my buddy Snoman hasnt said already. I dont agree with the Alpine amp, but it fits in the factory location and that for some people is a deal breaker. i will however recommend the Hertz Audio DSK 165.3 6-1/2" 2-Way Dieci Series Component Speaker System.
Much better bang for your buck and superior quality in an entry level component set.

Just curious to know why you do not agree with the Alpine PDX series amp?

[CreeperRS]

Originally Posted by Rainbow1616

Wow Thanks, You are thorough!

Not worried about mounting any amp because I have a side sub box there and I can just mount it to the back of the box.
You say you would not have chosen the PDX-F4. What amp would you suggest (4 channel since I already have the sub)??
I will probably upgrade the front speakers pretty quick but not bother with the rears. Either leave them stock or disconnect completely.

I can tell you the PDX-F4 will never shut down no matter how hard you push it or how hot it gets. Performed perfectly with the set up I was running 3yrs ago. That being said I will be upgrading to the PDX-F6, it pushes more power, plus the design is superb. They can be stocked to save space, while retaining the same cooling capability.

[Rainbow1616]

Originally Posted by CreeperRS

I can tell you the PDX-F4 will never shut down no matter how hard you push it or how hot it gets. Performed perfectly with the set up I was running 3yrs ago. That being said I will be upgrading to the PDX-F6, it pushes more power, plus the design is superb. They can be stocked to save space, while retaining the same cooling capability.

Does that mean you'll be selling the pdx-f4?

[Dega Man]

Originally Posted by CreeperRS

I can tell you the PDX-F4 will never shut down no matter how hard you push it or how hot it gets. Performed perfectly with the set up I was running 3yrs ago. That being said I will be upgrading to the PDX-F6, it pushes more power, plus the design is superb. They can be stocked to save space, while retaining the same cooling capability.

I have the PDX-F6 and it is a very clean amp and can be pushed to extreme levels with no strain. You will not be disapointed

[Snoman]

Originally Posted by Dega Man

Just curious to know why you do not agree with the Alpine PDX series amp?

Money

There is something to be said about the customer service with dealing with a top tier, legitimate retail dealer and the warranty service they provide. Dealing with Amazon to save 30-60% has it's own level of risk that many are not comfortable with, especially if new into the audio world.

[Rainbow1616]

Ended up buying a Sundown sax-100.4v2. Now I just have to find a place to mount it.

[CreeperRS]

Originally Posted by Rainbow1616

Does that mean you'll be selling the pdx-f4?

Yes. It will go up for sale soon.

[Rainbow1616]

Originally Posted by CreeperRS

Yes. It will go up for sale soon.

I'd be interested in that as well. Ill put the huge sundown in the wife's truck.

[CreeperRS]

Originally Posted by Rainbow1616

I'd be interested in that as well. Ill put the huge sundown in the wife's truck.

You'll be the first one to know. I'll hit you up.

[BigPopa71]

Alpine PDX V-9 is the best amp selection 100 watts x 4 to the speakers and 500 mono to the sub. It fits in the stock location and its under rated so it actually is 120x 4 + 560 to the sub. Ita power house and you only will need that one amp to power an entire system.

[CreeperRS]

It all depends on what type of set up you're running. Others may need more power for their systems, and that single amp might not be enough.

[SomeGeoffGuy]

Originally Posted by BigPopa71

Alpine PDX V-9 is the best amp selection 100 watts x 4 to the speakers and 500 mono to the sub. It fits in the stock location and its under rated so it actually is 120x 4 + 560 to the sub. Ita power house and you only will need that one amp to power an entire system.

What is a good sub to run with the PDX-V9 in the stock location? Do most people just run a single voice coil 2 Ohm?

Thank you.

-Geoff

[dentnshell]

Originally Posted by BigPopa71

Alpine PDX V-9 is the best amp selection 100 watts x 4 to the speakers and 500 mono to the sub. It fits in the stock location and its under rated so it actually is 120x 4 + 560 to the sub. Ita power house and you only will need that one amp to power an entire system.

But 1% THD at rated power is a little more than I am interested in... My JL 900/5 sounds great (does not fit in the stock location ) It may with more work than I was willing to do.