Alpine or Harman Kardon Stereo In Dodge Challengers? HONEST REVIEW - 1st Speeding Ticket???

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In this video I give my honest review on the different sound systems that Dodge provides for the Challenger models. Also, did I just get my 1st speeding ticket in my car?
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[@ShayFeral]

Thank you for making this video! I'm about to buy myself a Challenger hopefully within the next few months; and I'm hung up on what stereo system to buy with the car. I still haven't decided, but it helps me understand the differences between the two!

[@Gonin60]

You bet!

[@mopar392ta3]

In my 17 challenger scatpack I got the HK. It has two subwoofer. I’ve always put it my cars crescendo speakers along with tweeters and a 15” sundown. But this HK system is ok for what it is. I bought my scatpack used with 15k miles on it and the previous owner had this thing loaded

[@Bragabrabus]

Your videos really show happiness and very informative. Perfect vlogs I want to see!

[@Gonin60]

Thank you!

[@largenloud9744]

I personally like the Harmon Kardon bc like the bass but I haven't heard the Alpine yet

[@Gonin60]

They are a great brand! Thanks for sharing!

[@1BA_AV8R]

I’ve had both systems on two different challengers, loved the alpine the best.

[@dat_raider_hemigoodshot6953]

Nice ride my brother💪🏾

[@jameslong9564]

I just got my 2021 Challenger R/T Shaker in Go Mango. The stock radio is perfect. I listen to metal and classic rock. Don’t need heart-pounding bass for that.

[@CCW-wg8ds]

I have The Alpine system with The 503 sub sound's Dam good I wouldn't change a thing 9 speakers

[@leafssuck3564]

I rented the 300 s, I was curious what it had in it. Im guessing the alpine. It sounded pretty damn good base wise. Im a base snob. I think its about time for me to cop that car. Definitely going to be putting my system in there as well.

[@bud468]

FYI older alpine systems don’t have the 8” sub in the deck I have a 2016 that I bought brand new and it came with alpine on the doors and no sub but I added two 12” subs in the trunk and your right that’s the way to go sounds great

[@Gonin60]

Thank you for this! That’s interesting they didn’t come with a sub. I wonder if they had the upgraded amp too in them. Thanks for watching!

[@eddy3080]

It looks like Alpine comes standard with the 2019 GTs trim. Sounds great in my GT 👍 I think they don’t come with the sub. I could be wrong. I’ll have to check later.

[@Gonin60]

Yeah GTs come well loaded. If you have a sub, it will be in the middle of your rear deck lid. 8 inch sub.

[@saygoodbyetoprivacy]

There are actually four audio systems, but one is hidden inside of certain trim packages. There is the stock system, the Alpine 6 speaker with 276w amp, Alpine 9 speaker with 506w amp, and the Harman Kardon. The Alpine 6 is the hidden one... it's part of the plus package in the lower trims, and then it's the standard for the higher trims starting with the R/T Scat Pack. The "Alpine 6 Premium Speakers" are also not labeled as Alpine, and I hear they are only slightly better than the stock speakers.

[@willdogan]

My 2019 Scat Pack has the 6 speaker Alpine and it is labeled on the doors.

[@saygoodbyetoprivacy]

@@willdogan I mean the speakers and amp themselves are not labeled as Alpine. If they really are Alpine, they're some sort of low grade OEM stock that Alpine doesn't put their name on. At least, this is what they were doing in 2015.

[@misplacedcaper9662]

@@saygoodbyetoprivacy Yep. They have the Mopar pentastar symbol and "made in china" marked on them. The cone is poly instead of paper on the 6x9, and I was surprised by the heft of the magnet (6x9). Replaced all mine with Infinity, sounds much better and will go to full volume with no distortion. The amp is alpine.

[@edgardogonzalez9347]

This is very good to know, I recently purchased a challenger sxt that has the "6 premium Alpine speakers", the sound was decent, but not so long one of the door speakers got blown so I decided to check it myself and tear open the door panel to get to it, to my surprise and disappointment I found the Pentastar Made in China speakers mounted, so I thought I was getting robbed. None of the speakers are labeled as Alpine speakers, despite the fact of having the logo on the doors, which I think is very sneaky of their end, why not just saying "audio tuned by Alpine" or something So I went ahead and replaced all 6 speakers with actual Alpine speakers series S and I can hear a way better improvement on the sound quality. Also Does any one know why my 2-way speakers mounted on the doors don't produce any sound, just bass?? Are those woofers only?? I'm very new to this topic and I haven't been able to find any clarification on Dodges website, forums etc.

[@musclecarsrt2324]

I have the HK and it depends on the song and how the song to produced. I have not listened to the Alpine but I do enjoy the HK system. Maybe if I were younger when I listened to AC/DC all the time it might not be as good but at my age it’s just fine.

[@Gonin60]

For sure

[@beatsfromsoda]

Thanks well explained🙏🏽

[@Gonin60]

You bet!

[@jznation3659]

2020 RT shaker plus w Alpine. There's no subwoofer in the middle of the 6 x 9. I installed a pioneer powered sub.

[@orlandoflores72]

Nice setup, where this Colorado? Because looks great, specifically a white beast over that black asphalt looks awesome. Great video I was asking myself the same questions about this stereo systems. And yes a red design logo will looks great.

[@Gonin60]

Hey there! This is in UT

[@orlandoflores72]

@@Gonin60 Beautiful place.

[@treester9996]

I have the alpine in my 2015 and had to put the bass down a little cause hell that thing was shaking... All in all very nice system!

[@Gonin60]

Thanks!

[@tiagograca93]

What about the sound system in the plus plus package. Good enough?

[@Kinzalow]

I didn't know there was an option, my 2021 came with alpine for an extra $995. Also, my shaker had Alpine but the bass was a joke in my opinion.

[@Gonin60]

You didn’t know about which option? Did your 2021 sound better than your Shaker or are you talking about the same car?

[@TheJMan1K]

What subs with a built in box would drop right in? I have the alpine system in my 2019 Scat but looking to make it thump.

[@Gonin60]

I have a video on a subwoofer install. It’s a powered sub so it’s built in. If you want to do the sub and amp separately I would go with Rockford Fosgate P series or anything from JL Audio. You could also check out OC Motivators channel. He went through several sub installs.

[@blackice7408]

How much better does the stage II 9 speaker alpine sound system sound over the factory stock 6 speaker system

[@Gonin60]

Much better but it won’t blow you away.

[@Sky1]

I have the Harmon on my 2019 there are two subs in there, the bass arrives late and out of phase. Mushy no kick. Highs are okay. I turn off Surround.

[@Gonin60]

Agreed!

[@ghostchicken69]

I'm so glad I have a radar detector basically free for me now lol.

[@Gonin60]

Nice

[@doclenkaz923]

I have harman kardon in my Dodge Challenger and I completely agree with your description of the vibrating bass - not expressive at all.

[@Gonin60]

Thank you!

[@dan3510]

Harmon Kardon in our challenger sounded way better than the beats system in our charger. I though the HKs sounded great. Not too space many options for subs in a challenger or charger. Especially with kids.

[@perez2451]

Awesome video brother, and yes I got my 22 3500 limited with everything but HK , i have the 9+sub Alpine and sounds beautiful (i did try both systems) , for both applications Surround works ( bluetooth, XM and USB media) now if u remove the factory Sub , U most disconnect the mics for noise cancellation located on the roof panel,, and the aftermarket Sub audio should be collected from the factory Sub to keep the system running 9+Sub 👍

[@Gonin60]

Awesome advice. Thank you!

[@guillermodroz6653]

Cool cop! Stay safe brother!

[@Gonin60]

Yes indeed!

[@TheMonkeyeats]

I have the alpine and it did not come with the sub ... I added a 12 inch sub with a 1400 amp .. now sounds great

[@Gonin60]

Nice! What year is yours?

[@stlcardinals380]

I have a 2020 sxt charger is there a way I can keep my speakers and just upgrade the sub? I have the basic 6 speakers which I don’t really care about audio quality as much as I do booming bass. How do I know which subs are better than mine? Too many questions for a KZbin video

[@Gonin60]

There is a way and I actually did a video on how to install a powered subwoofer

[@bob-a-louannamaria7960]

I have a 2015 Grand Cherokee Summit with the 19 Speaker HK, and a 2020 Grand Cherokee SRT with the 10 speaker Alpine. I also had a 2011 Overland with the 10 Speaker… The Alpine SHITS all over the HK hands down! The mids and highs are indistinguishable… the bass on the ALPINE is way more solid and just there. The HK sounds like there is no subwoofer. I removed the rear panel and at full volume it barely wiggles. I replaced the 10” HK with a DS18 shallow mount 10” and added an external amp to drive it. This required a PAC audio harness to by pass the ANC, but finally gave the car some bass. The Alpine doesn’t need this done to actually have some bump. Both vehicles since got the 12” Cerwin-Vega! Spare tire subwoofer and the systems now sound identical. Do not pay extra for the HK. The HK looks cool with the silver trim and name plates but audibly sucks

[@breadb4meat]

Good points my guy

[@Gonin60]

Thank you!

[@emichael6293]

I've got cars & trucks with various forms of head units, amps, subs, and aftermarket speakers. They are loud, and they rock! I went with the HK in my Scat Pack. In a word, by way of comparison, the HK audio is "refined". Worth the money....and I didn't need to turn some speaker store lackey loose on my new car for an install either.

[@Gonin60]

Thanks for sharing!

[@michaelsheppard458]

Thanks for sharing again!!!!

[@musclecarsrt2324]

Has anyone heard of a open type cover over the Harmon Kardon subs in the trunk. I think if they weren't covered and were able to breath so to speak the base could travel much better. Maybe plexiglass with holes or carbon fiber cover? !!! Mopar Or No Car !!!

[@Gonin60]

I haven’t but I bet they are out there.

[@tatsuhirosatou5513]

I have an alpine and my previous car was a mustang gt premium with the B&O 1000w system and im pretty happy with the alpine but the B&O was hands down the best and only $995

[@Gonin60]

Completely agree!

[@AdamSabla]

Audiophile speaking. I had a Challenger with Alpine for 2 years. Now I switched to another Challenger that has HK. I can't express enough how frustrated I am. The HK bass is way too heavy, it even uncomfortably vibrates. There are no mids. Just strong bass and highs... I don't know if the engineers were deaf or wtf. Alpine is so much superior in terms of sound quality and frequency spectrum. It's even louder than HK. I'm going to be replacing HK with something else... It's really frustrating.

[@Gonin60]

I completely agree with you Adam

[@joelflores1380]

Same here, disappointed with it

[@pharoahmonk50]

I own the standard Alpine 256 Watt Alpine in my 2018 Chrysler 300 S. It is pretty decent. The Alpine does not compare, however, to the Harmon Kardon in my 2020 Challenger Widebody.

[@Gonin60]

HK is much more base heavy

[@CCW-wg8ds]

Has anyone installed The ZL1 Rock guard's on there Challenger I can't figure out what The 2 clips are for . On The front pair

[@Gonin60]

I haven't.

[@CCW-wg8ds]

@@Gonin60 I figured it out The clips go on top to hold The mud guards on at the top.

[@Gonin60]

@@CCW-wg8ds right on!

[@kuakilyissombroguwi]

Thanks for the vid but man did it take you a minute to get to the actual comparison lmao.

[@Gonin60]

You’re welcome!

[@CCW-wg8ds]

I have The Alpine system with 506 subwoofer And 9 speaker on My 2020

[@Gonin60]

How do you like it?

[@CCW-wg8ds]

I think it sounds great it really does have a nice Base to it but The engine gives The car a nice vibration when in track mode changes The whole car when in track mode

[@CCW-wg8ds]

Actually if you put down the rear seat down the stereo Will give you a lot better sound

[@idk6934]

Who’s gonna do that ?? Lol just go buy a new sound system for the car like I did makes a big difference

[@CCW-wg8ds]

@@idk6934 I don't use My backseat

[@slickchick5811]

I find most people are tone deaf to good balanced sound anyway...they think vibrating base sounds good at 7am in the morning.

[@Gonin60]

Haha

[@lurgent02]

Did your 2019 come with red brake calipers ?? My 2020 came with black i hate it

[@Gonin60]

Nope they were black. I painted them in a video. You should check it out.

[@lurgent02]

@@Gonin60 will do

[@lurgent02]

After several day's with hurst shifter I'm amazied how easily it is to find 3rd & 4th from 5th & 6th. Actually actually finding all the gears are much easier now.thanks for the heads up. Still trying to find the brake caliper video

[@chainzczimback7271]

My 160 dollar system hits way harder than premium audio lmao... you're right I put a power acoustik Gothic and a custom box in my trunk

[@Gonin60]

Right on!

[@zbib43]

facts, I remember I had $50 kicker speakers in my car that sounded way better than the Boston “Premium” sound system is my mom’s car lol

[@vinmangob8555]

I have a ram truck, love my alpine when you have a great source . Not so great on some radio stations . Thunderstruck at full volume is sweet. That being said, I purchased a $2000 system 30 years ago for my supra that would destroy the alpine.

[@Gonin60]

Nice

[@crystal338]

I’m torn now, I wasn’t going to get any upgraded package but put in my own later. I test drove Couple and I thought at least the scat had that, not sure, but it didn’t sound good so I figured not to bother. Do you really think I should get the Alpine?

[@Gonin60]

The alpine is okay. I added a powered sub to the back of mine. If you didn’t like the Harmon Kardon you may not like the alpine

[@crystal338]

I had Harman Kardon in my last car and it was good. I might go for that. But it could be different in a dodge. Thanks!

[@crystal338]

@@Gonin60 And I appreciate your honesty

[@Gonin60]

@@crystal338 anytime

[@Chargersctpk]

Well I got neither in my 2016 scat pack I got the stock beats that came with the car in my opinion they sounds great BUT there really isn’t that much bass but other then that they are crisp

[@Gonin60]

Nice

[@alwayslearningthefacts5881]

I have a harman kardon logic7 in the 2006 bmw . Simply a masterpiece.

[@Gonin60]

Nice

[@muhammedq9109]

How is it holding up ? Do you recommend it over leather for daily driving?

[@Gonin60]

I think you might have the wrong vid? Idk maybe not

[@muhammedq9109]

@@Gonin60 you tube is tripping i did put this on another video 😂

[@Gonin60]

@@muhammedq9109 no worries!

[@r.vandervaal5642]

I have a 2017 SXT+ with Alpine and it's bad. My doors rattle and the mirrors vibrate 📳

[@Gonin60]

Yeah I agree with you 💯

[@r.vandervaal5642]

@@Gonin60 update: I purchased a 2020 Charger GT with Alpine and it was slightly better than my 2017 Challenger SXT. I did buy the 17 used with 14k miles, maybe the first owner ruined the speakers 😂 my 20 Charger was brand new. I’m coming back to this video because I’m in the market for a 23 Challenger again with Harman Kardon. I want one of the Last Call models fully loaded even the technology group 🙏

[@lorenzotrinidad384]

I have an sxt and the thing I hate about it is the basic sound speaker is not that good!!! Look at all the old cars and they sound amazing despite the fact there’s no upgrade but dodge make you upgrade it’s on speaker which is a disgrace!!! Can I do like a speaker swap like Harmon Kardon for my SXT?

[@Gonin60]

Yeah I bet the swap is possible.

[@drexq_477]

Did you get the subwoofer

[@Gonin60]

Yeah

[@tonyrollman3991]

I have the 9 speaker alpine unfortunately there all paper speakers with very narrow frequency response..two words Crutch field

[@Gonin60]

This 💯👆

[@tonyrollman3991]

I'll have to say of all my other cars 2015 camaro 2ss ,07 monte carlo ss,my 2013 rt challenger and my current scat pack those two have had the best stock stereos I've ever seen

[@Gonin60]

@@tonyrollman3991 I’ve owned much better stock systems. Bose in my Infiniti rocked. Like design, to each their own.

[@haroldjones12]

basshead here, having a subwoofer facing any direction in the trunk does not make that big of a difference and it's all about the cu/ft and port area of the subwoofer box itself

[@Gonin60]

Thanks

[@thereasonwhy5188]

Alpine is kool I enjoy it

[@bowlrice5986]

Swap the 3.5 inch dash speakers for some infinity reference 3032 add a sub to the alpine system and it’s heaven trust me it’s what I did and thanks

[@Gonin60]

Thank you!

[@oscalsochirino8706]

I have that cheap one it’s horrible thinking of swapping the front amd dash speakers I was quoted 45 bucks per speaker then just add a jbl bass under the seat that will hit harder than all these speakers amd lighter bc it’s under the seat I’ll put under the passenger seat since I’ve heard vibrate too much under driver seat the only thing is should I add a amp to the reg speakers or just nice speakers I hear jbl makes better speakers than alpine or hk I don’t want huge bass just for me amd clean sound preferred any ideas from folks that have done this

[@rockhopper01]

Things might be a little different for the 2021’s. The sticker for my ‘21 Scat Pack says “6 Premium Alpine Speakers.” It has the Alpine badges on the doors. My ‘19 SXT had the base “made in Mexico” 6 speakers, and it was worse than bad. I swapped them out for the Kenwood Excelons all around and that was instantly 100% better. Then added the Kenwood XR600-6DSP amp with the Maestro adapter module, and the system kicks!

[@Gonin60]

Right on!

[@lorenhoward8178]

I've heard all of the Challenger systems and haven't been impressed. My 2018 RT came with the base 6 speaker package. For around $1k I installed new speakers, 5 channel amp, DSP, and 12" sub. Mine now sounds better than the HK. More low end speakers and mediocre non-adjustable DSP does not equal great sound.

[@Gonin60]

Yep I agree. For the cost you could do your own and it will sound much better.

[@bigred175]

I purchased 2021 scat pack with 19 speaker HK and it's trash

[@Eddie-In-Las-Vegas]

Cause the RT's didn't come with the premium speaker package like the SRT's did. I have the HK bass boom box in the back where the spare tire would go and my system sounds good and bumps like an after market system.

[@ant44441]

you can have alpine without logo in 2021 jeep cherokee overland

[@NaniNani-yb5be]

Custom sound system is always better than these packages...

[@Gonin60]

Completely agree!

[@TENNESSEETRACKHAWK]

ALL of these factory option stereo upgrades are absolute GARBAGE! Buy one with the cheapest system u can find and put a REAL system in there. I couldn't believe how AWFUL the Harmon Kardon sounded it made me lol literally smh.

[@Gonin60]

I agree

[@theradchase3094]

The harmon sounds good to me door speakers have good bass for classic rock

[@ronsexton3685]

Alpine is NOT an add on for the 2022 SRT Durango. FYI. It's the base system. One upgrade is available to the HK system.

[@Gonin60]

This was for a 2019 Challenger

[@ronsexton3685]

@@Gonin60 Understood. If i get the 2022 Durango SRT, I am trying to decide between the HK upgrade, or not. Your thoughts?

[@patriciaminer5111]

What are they going through

[@Gonin60]

Hi there. I don’t know if I understand the question.

[@Heavenuard]

Alpine all the way man .... like the speakers... it’s balance ...

[@Gonin60]

Yep

[@Richwitdawhips]

Alpine hits better 💪🏾

[@Gonin60]

CarFeen Addiktion yeah I was more impressed with the Alpine than the Harman. Especially for the price!

[@varocalifa]

Since when did cops start giving warnings for speeding???

[@Gonin60]

IDK I got way lucky!

[@blakestam6235]

Not everyone.

[@bradd7275]

my charger came with beats speakers and a beats amp

[@Gonin60]

Nice. How do you like it?

[@bradd7275]

@@Gonin60 tbh really nice they sound Clear and the bass hits hard.. people think I have a box or custom sound system

[@Gonin60]

That’s awesome

[@dgc1929]

I just purchased a 2017 Challenger with the Alpine system, no sub in the deck. I had it less than a week and tore all the junk speakers out and installed Infinity kappa in the doors and dash, Audison Prima in the deck and a 10 inch sub in the trunk with a 700 watt amp. The cone in the stock speakers is made of a cheap paper material, they are a $20.00 speaker. Very disappointed that Dodge would put these in a $40,000.00 car.

[@Gonin60]

Yeah it’s not great for what you pay for

[@TheDougSpot]

Bass isn’t directional. It doesn’t matter which way the sub is facing

[@PeaceNinja007]

I got a written warning .. for doing 74 in a 65 fkml 🤦‍♂️

[@Gonin60]

No!!!

[@PeaceNinja007]

@@Gonin60 Yes! 😫

[@idk6934]

I have the harman kardon and it sounds like shit .... I can have it turned all the way up it’s fucking wack-.- I have a 2018 and I wish I would’ve done my due diligence before I bought it. I’m getting a aftermarket sound system installed tomorrow

[@Gonin60]

Yeah it’s sad what these companies charge for audio packages that are sub par. Happy for your new system though!

[@bigred175]

Yep my 2021 sound system trash!!!!!!!!

[@thriftyagar4205]

Really?? I was going with the HK but not anymore.

[@bigred175]

@@thriftyagar4205 please don't

[@christiandesuede6770]

I have the Harmon Kardon system in my Hellcat. The bass is very good, no doubt. Buuuuuuuuut.. dissapointed at the speakers. Lots of speakers but there´s no real kick to it, sounds like it lacks power so to speak. So if I turn up the volume, the bass will easily kick over the speakers, which is fine if its subtle. This is not subtle. Good video.

[@Gonin60]

Man you nailed it! That’s exactly what I thought when I heard the system but couldn’t really describe it. It felt over powered by bass but like you mentioned you can adjust it.

[@coolsquad7428]

@@Gonin60 I heard the harman kardon and alpine at the la auto show the alpine sounded better to me the harman kardon over powers the bass not impressed at all but the alpine is balanced but the bass that comes out of the stock sub is actually pretty good compared to other sound systems in other cars especially the price point I have the 2011 Dodge Durango with the alpine audio I have played low bass and it does it just fine with no issues at all but If I wanted more power I would get a aftermarket alpine sub and put it in.

[@moparmade392]

If your music isn't mixed and mastered good after recording it's going to sound like trash. Manipulate the bass 🔊 treble and midrange with the Harmon Kardon and it's legit.

[@christiandesuede6770]

@@moparmade392 I disagree.

[@Ricekrispy3531]

Comes with 2 subs The problem is Dodge putts no soundproofing so it just rattles

[@Gonin60]

True

[@brandonshirey400]

I have the HK in my scat and it’s shit.

[@Gonin60]

Yeah it’s overrated imo

[@r.vandervaal5642]

It’s weird because I had Harman Kardon in my 2016 BMW 740i and it was amazing. However, BMW offers Bowers & Wilkins which is superior but that’s another story.

[@Murphys_Law9]

Alpine is great. Compared to the average car without a premium sound system.

[@kirkdunn1379]

manufacturers will always error on the side of profit and marketing........always been that way with anything......suspension, features, sound......they buy it cheap and upsell to customer......wouldnt be shocked to find its actually not even alpine or harmon kardon componets tbh......just one piece might be but not whole system.......manufacturers are cheap af

[@Gonin60]

True

[@Dontdothat5300]

Nobody seems to know what the stock stereo is......except garbage.

[@Gonin60]

Yeah it’s no good

[@chriszeedyk]

Stock system I believe is Boston acoustics

[@Kev-01973]

Drop it

[@Gonin60]

K