How to choose car speakers | Crutchfield

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Thanks Vic! We are glad we could help

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Even from a person that knows about cars. This is by far the best explanation of speakers I’ve ever watched. Keep up the good work guys.

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[@alexismaxwell1057]

short, sweet, straight to the point. very informative, thank you very much!! i’ve blown my two back speakers to the point that i have to turn the sound blending all the way to the front speakers. this video is helping me find the perfect speakers to replace mine with ☺️

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The most professional video about speakers I have seen

[@crutchfield]

Thanks for the kind words! It's great to hear that you found it helpful. 🙂

[@shannonbunch1003]

Just had a stereo put in my son's car. We were lucky that we found a shop that the guys were completely honest and understood what we wanted... I couldn't afford to do a complete system, but wanted a good head unit and some good sounding speakers ( later on add a amp and sub ) he recommend a nice Jvc head unit and some polk audio db's , they didn't even charge us for the speaker sound padding in the front doors... I wanted a Kenwood head unit, but he assured me this Jvc would do the trick.... And man did it sound clean... We sat in the parking lot listening to it for 30 min before we left... Everything came to around $400 out the door... Unbelievable, I was so happy and my son loves it... We will definitely let these guys finish the system for us, I learned you didn't have to pay $$$$ of dollars for a great sound system

[@MrMustangMan]

i like Kenwood.!!!!!!!!!

[@joelong8181]

I don’t know much about sound systems and in searching for a video to help me understand the basics of the differences in speakers, this video was the best so far. Thanks

[@crutchfield]

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[@MrMustangMan]

thats why you should ALWAYS go thru Crutchfield as they tell you EXACTLY what fits and is compatible with you current system set-up including any modification changes one has made along the way.....

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[@crutchfield]

Thanks for the kind words! We certainly appreciate it! 🙂

[@Kcducttaper1]

Great video for getting started and all good points! Some things I would like to see listed on the speaker specs page that usually aren't include: 1) Xmax. Power rating doesn't mean squat once the cone runs out of travel. 2) How many orders the crossover has. I bought a set of JBL units that only have a 1st order (capacitor only) on the tweeter and nothing on the woofer. The blend between the woofer and tweeter is friggin harsh! Lesson learned. 3) Verified frequency response in an infinite baffle setup (basically what car doors are). Manufacturers lie about frequency response all the time. 4) THD at 50% rated power, 80% rated power and 100% rated power using pink noise (not a sine wave). 5) Dispersion pattern measurements.

[@MrMustangMan]

doubt you will ever see these ratings....

[@namannishant798]

I came here knowing nothing about speakers and now I understand so much, his explanations are clear and easy to understand

[@crutchfield]

We are glad we could help! What are you considering for the system in your vehicle?

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[@MrMustangMan]

it's the greatest best pleasure....

[@jagglebones]

this is such a great video. I have some high-end speakers for my desktop, and I never put any thought into the materials they used for those devices up until now. I'm definitely going to be going to some places that have speakers on display to find out what's best for my ears!

[@crutchfield]

Thanks! It's great to hear that you found it helpful! 🙂

[@glam1310]

Anyone can learn from this video. Thank you!

[@geoffjackson7894]

The biggest pain with most of these technical type videos is the person presenting speaks in jargon and I am left more confused than when I started watching. This was the most informative and non patronising video I have watched on speakers ( and I have watched a lot) thank you!!!!!

[@KISIEL1M]

What a video! Couple minutes and sooo to the point! Wish I could like it twice

[@L-Noble.YT_Hi.Res-Soundminds]

Alot of people here watching don't know a thing about car audio, I don't know everything still but I have educated myself in it quite a bit. When I started I blew the factory radio in my truck. It was a crappy radio and it was old. At first I thought that was the reason why it burned out. But as I learned more I realized It was something I had done. Later on one day I figured it out and learned that the front speakers were 4 ohm and the rear speakers were 8 ohm. One of the cheap rear 8 ohm factory drivers stopped working and I had a 4 ohm pioneer laying around from another car and I installed it. Well it worked for about a week or so then one day the radio stopped working. Later as I learned the details about car audio I realized what I had done. I overloaded the radio with a speaker with a lower resistance on the rear right channel and the radio could not handle that. What I'm saying is first learn and educate yourself before you change a speaker or something. If you have no clue then don't do it until you learn what's up.

[@MrMustangMan]

thats why you should ALWAYS go thru Crutchfield as they tell you EXACTLY what fits and is compatible with you current system set-up including any modification changes one has made along the way.....

[@L-Noble.YT_Hi.Res-Soundminds]

@@MrMustangMan I agree my man, thank you so much and have a great day

[@aloktripathi2611]

Everything has been very well explained in this video. Great work guys and looking forward to more such videos. Many thanks.

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I was confused 🤔 about rms-db..now I get it. Thank you so much!

[@crutchfield]

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Thanks Steven! Let us know when we can help again

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[@oscar90210]

Wow! What a great information. I didn’t know what to look for or what would be the best for my car as I just want a bit of more quality sound. Thank you 🙏🏻 for making the video

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome! We're glad to hear that you found it helpful! 🙂

[@MycketTuff]

I used to have perfect hearing, the military wanted me to be on a submarine due to it. These days I can play high pitched noise to bug all the 20 year olds at work while the older fellas don't understand why everyone is freaking out.

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I appreciate these analytical breakdowns the most

[@possibleproblem479]

bought a 95 civic and want a really nice stereo system. road trips just aren't good without good music

[@crutchfield]

We can help get your Civic roadtrip worthy! We have advisors that can discuss your goals and preferences for the audio and give a personal recommendation on gear to meet them. Here's how to reach us for this help: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/support/ContactUs.aspx

[@possibleproblem479]

@@crutchfield i already wired in a harness adaptor for a pioneer deh into it. just need to get new speakers and maybe a small subwoofer

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Crutchfield's guide to choosing car speakers is spot on! Great tips for finding the perfect set of speakers for your vehicle. 🚗🔊 #carSpeakers #soundSystem #crutchfield

[@crutchfield]

We appreciate the kind words! Which speakers did you go with for your ride?

[@dukeofpearl]

Focal.....all the way! 🎶👍🏻

[@lowbo47omsascotave]

*Eastside Low Bottoms sh*t !* _Tappin' in from South Central LA_ Great insight. I was having an issue with 6x9's in my lowrider. I went thru a few different brands because the tweeters would blow out on all of them. I had Kenwood, then tried Pioneer, then JBL, then Infinity. I ended up back with a pair of Kenwood, but with 650 watts. I was told to look less for watts which is "peak power" and look more for "RMS power". I haven't had that problem again so far, and they sound great !

[@wtrdogg20]

Thank you so much for this video!!! Now I know what to look for. I checked in the Crutchfield website replacement speakers for my Civic LX and they recommended a set of Kickers 46CSC674, but I would like to know whether there are other good options, as Kicker uses polyester foam surround and I have heard that foam does not last much.

[@702ringo1]

Holy cow this was a good video! You explained everything so perfectly. thank you for posting this video I had no idea how to choose which speakers for my car, thank you so much!

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome! We are glad it helped. Let us know when we can help again

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This info is awesome, thank you guys!

[@rds990]

OUTSTANDING piece. Clear and concise.

[@jayinmi3706]

Best way? Go to your local shop and listen to how they sound...don't buy them because they look cool.

[@ZZPxFTW]

That is the worst way. Demo walls are just… walls. Those speakers will all sound *completely* different once installed in a car, and the demo wall just imposes false expectations.

[@jayinmi3706]

@@ZZPxFTW So you're suggesting that listening to a speaker is not as good as randomly choosing them based on price ort appearance? They will sound different in the car for sure, but it's a lot closer than guessing.

[@ZZPxFTW]

@@jayinmi3706 Im absolutely not suggesting that. I'm suggesting it takes a little knowledge and research to know what values will work for specific applications. Listening to the demo wall will get you as close to what you're looking for as choosing on price and looks... Have an idea of what sensitivity, Qts, Vas, and Fs are going to be best suited for your application. Just a quick example for one of those specs: demo walls are essentially IB, and will favor high Qts drivers, but if you are installing them in an enclosure, a lower Qts would likely be a better option, but would have probably sounded worse on the wall.

[@squidduck]

There are very few local shops anymore, with the exception of a couple chain stores that only carry low to medium lines of very established companies such as pioneer or kenwood or alpine. It’s a different world now

[@jayinmi3706]

@@squidduck I work at a local shop. We have 5 locations. And I can think of 4 or 5 other local locations of other companies. It isn't that hard.

[@HearMeLearn]

What a great video. Not even much self promotion to speak of. Really makes me wanna check you guys out for my speakers

[@crutchfield]

Thanks! If we can help you choose your speakers or anything else, please let us know.

[@stoyanplamenov8005]

When there is no OPEL/Vauxhall on the website...

[@brodiewalsh8328]

I just bought my dream car and the previous owner had a '3phase' set up with tweeters and a big sub and amp but took the amp and sub out before I got it. I have no clue when it comes to speakers and shit but this really helped me understand more about what I should be looking for with the speakers. Thank you

[@crutchfield]

Anytime! We're glad to hear that you found it helpful! 🙂

[@SpiritualPlayboy69]

Best video ever on car speakers. Helped me make the decision!

[@crutchfield]

We are glad to hear it helped!! Let us know when we can help again

[@kimberlywilliams4690]

Just watched this video. I’ve been searcher for a system to put in my Supra boat. Great information.

[@crutchfield]

Thanks, Kimberly! 🙂 Please let us know if you'd like help choosing or need anything else.

[@mariobernabe5438]

Very interesting video, and your english is so clearly for non english native people Thanks

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome! Let us know when we can help again

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You guys are amazing!! Keep up the good work!!

[@crutchfield]

We appreciate the love🥰. Thank you for enjoying our content and commenting, we are here to help!

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A really valuable tutorial to set the buyer on the right path. Thanks!

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You're certainly welcome! It's great to hear that you found it informative!

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Why can I not like more than one time you are literally my savior

[@crutchfield]

Awesome, thanks! If you need anything further, please let us know.

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This is seriously the best video for someone wanting to get sound system in the car. Thank you for this video. I'd go to your store but I am in Australia.

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[@crutchfield]

Thanks for the kind words!!!

[@Biskawow]

ha, I've found my speakers on your website before even coming here .. now I'm looking at what speakers I need to choose for my unit. You guys are great, shame its USA only. GJGJ

[@Biskawow]

based on this video I bought HERTZ DCX100.3 for my 1989 merc 190e. They seem really cool for the price and size.

[@crutchfield]

Hertz makes excellent speakers. It's great to hear that you are happy with them! 😀

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@@crutchfield I just ordered them when I wrote the comment, but I'm sure I'll be satisfied. I wanted to thank you and say I am happy with crutchfield!

[@crutchfield]

Anytime! We're always happy to help!

[@ActinOut]

Best summary I've seen on key points to be aware of when buying & matching speakers to receiver. The link to and your site info is very helpful. Great deals. Very impressed. From what I've seen, you may just win out my business from Amazon, which is not a bad thing. The only thing you might be a little short on compared to amazon is return shipping. But I'm definitely going to be watching your site for deals equal to amazon. If you did free returns on smaller items like speakers you'd be guaranteed to get my audio business over amazon. You're still a strong consideration though and I'm preferring to move away from Amazon as much as possible because of their growing cancel culture.

[@jione8722]

Cool. Thanks. I am unknowledgeable about sound systems, but this gives me a foundation.

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome! If you need help choosing or anything further, please let us know.

[@Hartboytray]

Thanks! Using your tips to change mine now!

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome. Glad we could help!

[@softarmor111]

thanks a lot! been struggling for a year trying to replace my speakers and that was very useful

[@JamarD421]

Damn man is it that hard. It's only been a couple days for me and I feel like I'm struggling....

[@bryanCLXT]

@@JamarD421 I've been hunting and watching vids and reviews for a week. been wanting to change my speakers for like 4 months yes the rabbit hole of audio goes deep

[@JamarD421]

@@bryanCLXT I dont think I could take that long to do it. Anything is gonna sound better than my stock garbage speakers. All I want is speakers since I dont expect my car to last another 5 years

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

I bought my first system in 1995 from the paper catalog. I’ll buy through them when the price is reasonable.

[@hunterfmhunter2205]

simple is perfect! Short, clear, informative. Thanks for this perfect video

[@2003jsciarrino]

This guy should be a broadcaster

[@velocast]

Great advise! Most of us consumers think the highest the power handling the better. That is not always the case! I did purchase a pair of Sony XS-160ES that is rated at 90 watts RMS. My Kenwood DNX 697S build-in amp did not like it! So, I got a pair of Pioneer TS-G1620F that is 40 watts RMS immediately it responded nice! The Pioneer is 10 times less the price of the Sony.

[@tonyb9735]

Tweeter attentuation!!!! How have I not learned of this before?! I need this so badly.

[@itz_magetv980]

Very proffesional and clear. Thanks for this. Excited to throw some nice 6-3/4 speakers in my 2019 mustang for the rear deck and the doors. Shipping is literally on par or BETTER than amazon in my state (Florida)

[@crutchfield]

Upgrading your speakers is the best first step to better than factory sound! Are you eyeing any brands in particular for your Mustang?

[@itz_magetv980]

@@crutchfield Yes! My Kenwood Krispy Kentucky Fried KFC-1796PS get delivered today! Cannot wait to throw them in

[@itz_magetv980]

@@crutchfield those factory ford speakers are garbage. I have 40k miles and one is already doing that annoying buzz rattle on heavy bass. So I decided to change all 4. Lower front door speakers, and both rear deck speakers

[@crutchfield]

😁Excited for you!

[@crutchfield]

Good plan! Let us know how you like the new Kenwoods.

[@kanadadayasamak]

thanks one of the video that i was looking for . if you can make a video about how to make home theater system with the speakers that will be huge

[@sigmamale2008]

Its these kind of videos that make me like, share and subscribe :) Very informative and I like the way you covered all the nuances of speaker system and beautifully explained. Love from India!!

[@crutchfield]

Thanks for the kind words! It's great to hear that you found it informative. 🙂

[@L.M.Delgado]

Thanks for the information. Very helpful.

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome! 🙂

[@rudyalmanza7107]

I subbed immediately they have a website that makes it easy to find the right fit for you

[@itninja9503]

I wish you had touched on replacements for "Premium Audio" 2 Ohm OEM Speakers and why there are no options besides replacing them all including the OEM amp.

[@LuisMiguelCostaVideos]

Thank You, Sir. This video has given me a much wider insight into the research I am doing!

[@crutchfield]

You're certainly welcome! It's great to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@webvoyager999]

Very helpful video, wish you guys had a presence here in the UK... I’d be a customer. Thank you.

[@crutchfield]

Thanks!

[@lickaroosky]

Excellent impartial and valuable information. Thanks very much!

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome! We are glad it helped!

[@bassebassesen2254]

I must say, surprisingly good video from this company

[@pyrophilly]

Very good, information dense video. Fantastic to get up to speed on what to look for in a car speaker, what the difference are and how they impact sound, installation and more. 👏👏👏

[@crutchfield]

Glad we could help!

[@BTunaTTV_YT]

@@crutchfield do you have speakers that eill fit a 2002 mitsubishi space star? It would br amazing because im thinking of replacing the oem door ones and not very keen on how to measure and all that

[@beywatch]

about to buy one of your products. this is a 10/10 video

[@crutchfield]

Thanks! It's great to hear that you found it helpful! 🙂

[@SuperKhusta]

thank you for this Quality content, with love from South Africa.

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome! :)

[@rafaelgomez1989]

*** THIS IS AN AMAZING TUTORIAL PROFESIONAL VIDEO ...WOW....THANK YOU !!!!

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome! 🙂

[@pullingguard5435]

Thank you for speaking about speakers. Great video

[@matthiasprosser5179]

Extremely well made video, very informative and concise!

[@crutchfield]

Thank you!

[@roz4747]

Alpine up front, Boston for the mids, jl audio old school w6 12’s for the kick drums…..Phoenix gold pushing stuff around! Guess I’m giving away my age….

[@Querencias7]

E X C E L L E N T tutorial. Useful info w/out getting too technical, i.e., ideal for most of us lay people. Much obliged for a very nice job. Many thanks!

[@masonbrooks6520]

This is the best video I’ve ever watched

[@D3AThCAl2DS]

On axis and off axis response is very interesting

[@lillianyoung2508]

this was a very informational video unlike the rest of the videos on this topic. thank you!!

[@Edge5055]

This was the best video ever!!!! Thank you

[@kenmueller6029]

Awesome video

[@BTunaTTV_YT]

Amazing video but sadly the website did not have my car model (2002 Mitsubishi Space Star) But thanks crutchfield and JR for teach8ng me how to make reverse camera and radio install with wired microphone (my caso mvhs 320bt by Pioneer)

[@crutchfield]

We are glad the video helped! As for your vehicle, we are only able to research vehicles distributed in the U.S. market. We hope you are able to get help finding gear for it from a local installer.

[@sereylim1050]

Very professional always !!! Very good teacher !!

[@crutchfield]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate that! 😊

[@jinbaittai85]

Nice video. Thank you. Love Crutchfield.

[@crutchfield]

Thanks! Glad it helped. Let us know when we can help again

[@justatiger6268]

this was an *EXCELLENT* video. Thank you!

[@crutchfield]

We are glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for letting us know! 😄

[@Kevinb1821]

Great speakers if you just want to upgrade your speakers are some focal icu speakers. But I still recommend a sub to go with them. After market speakers just don’t have any bass

[@crutchfield]

You can't go wrong with Focal speakers! 🙂 What type of subwoofer did you add with them?

[@Kevinb1821]

@@crutchfield I have been using the same Infinity VQ Kappa Perfect 12 sub from like 2005 with an old kenwood 2 channel amp from the same time lol. I love that sub

[@DerpyDude777]

Exactly what I needed to know, thank you! It seems like from your website, specifically for my 1997 Civic Coupe that a 6x9 is the exact fit for the rear speakers and for the fronts, it's showing 6-1/2, does that basically mean a 6.5 inch?

[@crutchfield]

Yes, the factory door speakers in the '97 Civic Coupe are 6.5".

[@elirubio4741]

Love you JR . I've learned alot from this video

[@tiana.hudson]

I know nothing about car audio systems but I have a 2017 Honda Civic EX and I like to listen to EDM with a lot of bass so I need to upgrade these damn speakers!

[@crutchfield]

We can help! Are you looking to upgrade speakers and add a sub? What did you have in mind?

[@Dbails-wu6gu]

I remember having Boston Accoustics mids and highs in my ride when I was like 20 yo. Also had 2 12” kicker comp vr12s connected to a 500 w amp. Now, my hearing is a little off 😂

[@alexmclernon5121]

It'd be great if your website included Holden or other car brands you also didn't add

[@robertglancy4474]

Thx...a big help in getting me to my final choice.

[@crutchfield]

Anytime! It's great to hear that you found the video helpful! 🙂

[@keyboardtaper515]

Very professional explanation... Btw may I know which speaker brand are most recommended...

[@crutchfield]

We don't have a record to know which ones are recommended most of the time. We prefer to discuss goals and preferences to give personal recommendations on gear. If you would like, we can do that for you too. Got a few questions to get started: What is the year, make, and model of your vehicle? What speakers are currently installed into it? What changes are you hoping to make to the sound you get from them?

[@PedroVasconcellosMusica]

Hi! Nice video! For a "pioneer mosfet 50X4 radio", no amplifier, which speakers do you recommend to a good match? i have options for 2-way systems, 2 coaxial or 4 coaxial. Thanks!

[@PedroVasconcellosMusica]

My car is a brazilian Fiat Palio (2016). We don't have it on crutchfield site, but it's a simple hatch car.

[@crutchfield]

Unfortunately, we don't have any research/sizing information available on your Fiat. Do you perhaps know what the factory speaker sizes are?

[@PedroVasconcellosMusica]

@ te original speakers are all 6'

[@crutchfield]

Do you think you can fit a 6.5"?

[@PedroVasconcellosMusica]

@@crutchfield yes