Pairing Speaker Wattage To A Factory Amplified Stereo System | Car Audio Q&A

[@joesmith3829]

I am glad you recommended a product this time... Next time why don't you recommend..products for three type of customers... Like for bang for your buck... Mid end... And high end... Just for reference...

[@Galicia322]

Because there are lots of brands to choose from within those categories. It would take a lot. Specially for aftermarket builds.

[@Chrispena86]

Wow you mentioned the exact speakers I got for my 2005 civic I bought those speakers back in 2009, and they sound great! I removed them and now transferring them into my 2019 Accord.

[@scarea2691]

thanks for commenting this!

[@kashifmaaz3713]

hi, i have one question. can a 18watts rms per channel car stereo drives a speaker of 75watts min power

[@flinch622]

I loved the infinity speakers in the 90's: had a set of kappas that were beautiful. Today.... does ANY speaker manufacturer give a rip about mid range? Having a hard time finding 6x9's that don't try to pretend to be a sub....

[@jdizzy60]

I had a question and I can't seem to find an answer on KZbin or on forums.... I installed aftermarket speakers in my 2012 Hyundai Accent and they sound good.(Polk audios) I know how to install amp and subwoofer to factory head unit. HOWEVER how do I hook up the door speakers to the amp!? Thanks!

[@rusmokin]

Just ordered the Infinity Reference 6032cf for my 500 Abarth :)

[@mrtwitch965]

Does the head unit affect the quality/performance of the rest of the stereo system?

[@cbueno6531]

Alan, I have an Axxera AVM111NAVLH on our motorhome and they used a super low quality speakers at the factory. I love the head unit and wonder if it is even worth to replace the speakers. Should I consider adding a amplifier? This unit runs on 4ohms and max power output is only 16 Watts RMS. I don't need anything loud, but I am looking for quality instead. I thought on adding the amplifier so I can have the capability to add a small sub-woofer, but don't know the best way to match all that so it will be a good combined system to work with the Axxera head unit. Any suggestion?

[@RobHTech]

This vid is old, but new to me. High sensitivity speakers, to me, always seem to have this annoying screeching noise to them that is interspersed into the music; like a shrill sound, especially if the sensitivity is too high. I don't know how high is too high, but it seems like somewhere around 92-93+. OEM speakers a lot of times have high sensitivities to get a lot sound from little power. This results in the screeching sound I'm talking about. My 2017 Acura has the same thing--system sounds good for OEM, could sound better for the money, and has sensitivity that is high, leading to screech sounds on some songs, and difficult to listen to, even at low volume because it is shrill. The lower sensitivity speakers need more power for the same SPL/db output, but they sound different too, more like a somewhat baffled sound, if the sensitivity is too low, or restrained loudness in some applications. So, I wouldn't just automatically rec. high sensitivity speakers.

[@sharifsircar]

The exact question I had, Thank you! Just need a small upgrade with a speakers covering more of the sound stage

[@ravneetkumar705]

Hi I bought Mex n5300bt sterio what speaker I should buy?? I bought Kenwood 450w but it's not sound good don't know why . If I need amp please advise what amp I can put thanks

[@markg2228]

and I know this is kind of old but if anybody still gets notifications or is willing to give me a few pointers I have a Sony car stereo and it pumps out 50 w four ways and I got JBL 6.5s all through the car I don't really know how to adjust the wattage which I can it goes 80 100 120 and then none which is bottom signal which is hella base

[@milkman05]

Omg I just installed a pioneer unit with 4 ohms into my Nissan bose with 2 ohms. But how do I fix that? I only wanted a new radio, not the entire system

[@jamescalbert4958]

Are you trying to talk to beginners? Because that sounds like a very basic question that you're throwing a lot of technical jargon at, rather than breaking it down.

[@SyncMaster910T]

i found aftermarket speaker upgrade kit that has 6 speakers and aftermarket radio system is always for four speakers how to power and connect all speakers

[@marciananton9226]

My used truck has an aftermarket radio but factory speakers. How would i know the ohms i need to even decide on the right speakers.

[@RoaringOrange]

Will only replacing speakers help get better sound? Will installing 300W / 100W RMS Alpine give me better sound or I will have to add the amp? Also, what about wiring? Can I use OEM wires?

[@Shane23Armada]

How do I match my 2023 armada factory deck ? It didn't came with the bose

[@josephl3602]

I have a stereo with 20 watt RMS per channel and max output of 80 watt per channel. Would a speaker rated 25 watt RMS and 60 watt max work with it?

[@WilliamBasley]

Thank you! This answers the question I had about replacing my speakers. I'm not looking to do anything fancy and I'm not trying to get an amp, so know I know what to look for in new speakers.

[@dawnabrownturris55]

My 2001 toyota sequioa is 2omh i was looking to swith to a 4ohm or should i just stick to the 2 Would i have to rewire like a higher gage wire Do i need a new stero As the rear speakers were replaced with 4ohm so always so quite im down to one frapy speaker and need music I have 6 kids need music Its got 3 rows of seets mumma needs some 🔊 bass!! Please help a mom out Do i just buy the 2omh front and rear or upgrade to hole thing to 4omh or will that not work with the stock amp

[@laid-backgarage4412]

Do I need to upgrade my battery and alternator? I'm workin on the sound system in my 02 ram 1500, I have a Kenwood kdc-bt765hd head unit, Kenwood kfc-p709ps 6.5 components up front and kicker 5.25 coax in the back powered by a Kenwood 640W 4-channel (power and ground are 8 gauge I think), and a Memphis m6 12" 4+4ohm sub powered by a boss audio 1500W mono (doesn't put out anywhere near that)(power and ground are 4 gauge). Upgraded alt. and bat. wire to 2 gauge but forgot to upgrade engine ground. I feel like I need to upgrade my bat. and alt. Also, what amp would you recommend for the Memphis? I want to spend some money on a good amp, but don't want break the bank. Thoughts?

[@younghewheffful]

Do the big 3 upgrade and u will get your full power out of your amp

[@leudysantosdisla4989]

me gustaría que sonic eletronix me enseñará instalar equipos de sonidos... gracias República Dominicana🙋

[@danielhill7026]

Any Info on Axxera AXM804DVC??

[@Lordvoldemore]

I’m wondering why my gx 6x9s sound waaay quieter than the factory speakers. Turns out my factory rockfords were 2ohms and the upgrades are 2.3ohms Any way to fix this? Or do I have to return the jbls?

[@davidaguayo3785]

I replace my car speakers their 350 watts but the radio only put out 50 x 4 but theirs abortion when volume up

[@Silverado_UK]

What about Kenwood P1000 DAB which says in factory information 4x 50W. Now I would like to instal component set only two as this is a smart car. Hertz 55W RMS is that mean if I use only two channels I can go around 100W in total RMS? Is value given by Kenwood is correct for 50W per channel? Thank you!

[@mariahstan]

Please bench test a ppi 50001d or 70001d please things a bears really want to know if it puts out what it says please

[@elreks1]

I have a question I have a single CVX 4 ohm hooked up to a Hifonics 2500 Brutus. The CVX kinda Sounds Bad I have an Epicenter hooked up too it how do I go about Setting the gains Properly ? I have a Basic AVHx2700bs , also would Mixing RMS subs Be Bad? On that same Amp? A CVX and CVR 15 CVX is 1000 watts 2000 watt peek and CVr is 500 rms and 1000 rms amp is 2500 watt help please? Really not enjoying the Bass I'm getting Right Now.

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[@MJGraphicsCreations]

I have the opposite situation of a '04 Altima with six 2ohm speakers that sound great but I want to upgrade to an aftermarket head unit that has blue tooth, USB and other modern capabilities. Will the aftermarket unit have a problem with the 2ohm factory speakers? The unit is rated at 17rms(55 watts per channel ) and 4ohm output.

[@samuelramirez8261]

If your going to install a double din or single din and still use the factory speakers and amp its important to find out the wiring diagram of your stock stereo.

[@tbboy7777]

Looking to put a Nexus 7 in my dash with a DAC and an Alpine Power Pack. I currently have pioneer 4x6's for the front and will be setting a HPF since they try to put out what they can't. In this case, I'll be putting Polk DB691's in for my rear speakers which will go down to 35hz nicely, and my sub will do the rest. Will a power pack do enough to power these monster 6x9s on the mid bass or should I look at getting something else?

[@waltergeorge8756]

Hello good afternoon my name is walter and I have a 2001 Chevy suburban 1500. I'm trying to upgrade my stereo system, and speakers but I'm not trying to replace my factory amp. I'm doing research on my amp! I think my amp puts out 20 watts. Would a nice stereo and speakers work with my factory amp

[@EdgarMendezz]

Please professional help. I got a question. I have the infinity kappa 682.11 cf 2 ohm speakers, but with a new aftermarket head unit that supports only 4-8 ohms. Can I still install the speakers and the new head unit. And what if I install an amp later on that supports 2 ohm

[@Gundy17]

I got some hand me down speakers from uncles car and I don’t feel like hooking them up to a amp. 2 of them have 75rms and the other 2 have 125rms. Can I still use them in my stock radio? Is there any dangers to have that high of watts on a factory radio or is it simply just not gonna be as loud? Thanks

[@nsbyband5239]

Help i just brought a 2002 yukon xl slt 1500 with the on star feature and a subwoofer in the cargo area on left side . Most of speakers don't work the are all factory speakers i wanna change just the speakers for now will later change the head unit to a double din android but my question is i removed the left rear door speaker and it says 8 ohms not sure about the others but can i just change out the 4 speakers on all 4 doors to 4 ohms ?

[@MXWJ01]

What's better a 6x9 or 6.5? With aftermarket amp for a 2015 Silverado base 8" radio? Hopefully an NVX JAD900.5.

[@Lumba-c4q]

Google says my audio system outputs 180w is it 180w max per speaker or 180w max everything added.

[@arunamul8577]

Can i connect 1000 watts 4 channel amplifier in factory fitted car player without disconnecting the factory fitted speakers

[@sherinsudarsananpillaisobh9690]

can I connect (4x)60W RMS speakers to a 20W RMS(4 channel) headunit. Both are 4 Ohms. (Headunit Sony Xav ax 5000 and speakers- Polk audio DB651.)

[@prawny12009]

Are there any sites that actual test power handling of speakers vs rated power handling. For example they feed a clean signal and slowly increase power until (if) they reach rated dB and or power draw then slowly increase until failure.

[@PutinIsKing]

I have an Dc2 Intrgra and stock speakers are 15 wats, the one i want are 60 wats, can i put them to my dc2? 4x of them or 2 of them in the front???

[@TheGamerGenerationLT]

Dumb question, if my head unit says it supports 4×50w, does it mean it has a max output of 200w? I want to add some speakers: Some 5.75 inch diameter JVC's at 50w RMS each Some 1 inch Alpine speakers at 45w RMS All of it totals 6 speakers (4 JVC and 2 alpine)

[@gaetanoisola218]

Hey I just bought aftermarket speakers for my car a 300 watts for the doors and for the back of 500 and I want to put it with my factory radio that came with the car need your opinion what should I do

[@arunamul8577]

Can we connect 4 channel amplifier to factory fitted player and without disconnecting factory stereo speakers

[@asimjanjua12]

i have jeep wrangler Sahara 2014 with sub woofer and factory amp , just ordered ref coax for back and ref component for front and alredy have one 500w mono with 10'' sub/box by JL . where from i get connection for mono amp from the stock sub ? from factory amp? from stock HU ? or may be it has separate mono amp for sub ... thanks for help me

[@shans17833]

great question i am looking for...!!! i have 2013 ALTIMA base model without speakers in the trunk . i bought 440watt, 80w nom,4 ohms pioneer speaker , but mechanic says , stock stereo is 2 ohms with lower amp, so my 6x9 speakers willnot work with stock stereo, instead it will damage ..what to do??

[@krnvirsingh]

Connect them in parallel to get 2 ohm

[@MegaDodgeman98]

So I have a question I just installed for speakers on my 2001 dodge ram They were working fine when I installed them and then the next morning still worked fine got off work and now the front driver speaker is quiet but still working and the radio is twitching out and won't turn up all the way is that because I have a stock stearo

[@djbigbenjammin8954]

I have a question to ask you,what puts out more power in a speaker 2 ohms or 4 ohms?

[@FSXgta]

2

[@djbigbenjammin8954]

Ok cool thanks.

[@mariahstan]

That's not true it's all on the rms and speaker sen activate

[@djbigbenjammin8954]

Ok.

[@djbigbenjammin8954]

+Christian Creighton thanks good looking, I drive a minivan. and I was thinking about changing all of the speakers in my van and maybe a amp,nothing to fancy just to boost up the sounds a little bit and maybe a eq. but thanks for the heads up.

[@juancarlosvelasquezx5950]

How can I install implepower to my door speakers Chevy Silverado 04?

[@jamesdavis19]

I have a question if I buy the boss audio ar3000.2 3000 2-watts amp would the company send me right amp or would I get wrong amp I know this not place ask that but I need to know

[@austinlowhorn3124]

can anyone tell me if two RDS 5×7's would be sufficient high/mid range if pair with 2 kicker or alpine 10/12 inch sub's in a behind the seat box in a 81 Chevy c10

[@chrislewis1943]

This is exactly what I have been thinking about. I have always upgraded and installed my personal sound systems in the past. Now I have a 2011 Nissan Titan with factory radio and in dash c.d changer that I want to keep.What speakers besides Infinity would be an efficient upgrade without adding an amp? Also, I was wondering your opinion on Bazooka tubes. I appreciate any advice. Thanks.

[@dominiquedemby8199]

I have boss 12 inch subs and I want to know how many watts of amp should I get?

[@MrMadJuggalo]

can you guys show how to hook up a highs amp , I'm so confused on how the speaker wires are ran , do you connect them the the factory wire and run leads to the amp or just run leads to the amp ?

[@BroDarrell]

How many watts is my 2004 tahoe LT stock Bose system

[@joecozzo5476]

Silverado rear door speakers on factory unit are 8ohm do I have to replace with 8ohm? I litterely can't find any in 8

[@Drgluee]

Don't be afraid to use home audio in your vehicle if it is your only option.

[@gertvisser135]

What is the watts on a honda civic 2008 hatchback factory radio

[@jerrypoe2773]

I hooked my amp and subs up to my factory stereo and it doesn't have the lows my after market stereo had. How do you get the lows back or is there a way?

[@jacobgillingham4136]

I have a question and it may be a stupid one but what will happen if the minimum wattage of my speakers is more than the wattage output of my head unit (MY speakers are minumum 55W and head unit is 4x50W)

[@KarpervissenDH]

Minimum 55??????

[@RATANKUMARRateria]

Can anyone suggest a matching Stereo Power Amplifier for my 2 pcs. of SS GRX30 .. 60 Watts x 3 way speaker SONY Make..with 3 speakers in one box ...15 cms.cone type) + 5 cms. (Cone type) + 2 cms.(ceramic type)...6 ohms...

[@matthewwombough6507]

I have a question what size wire do you need to wire a pair of Hifonics down to 1ohm

[@jimbobalob2009]

Any size. But for good energy transfer I'd recommend 8 gauge or less

[@matthewwombough6507]

+TroniX thanks man

[@jimbobalob2009]

+Matthew Wombough no problem. The lower the gauge the better :)

[@jakedunes6629]

I have a 320watts radio . What should i buy for the speakers ? 320watts speakers ?

[@shutdahellup69420]

Jake Dunes nooooooo! Read the manual and see the peak power it produces and the max rms then choose the speaker more than that or near to that on the above side...dont buy speaker that handle less power than your headunit can supply

[@fredflintstone1547]

this is the shit i want to know

[@mariahstan]

Please bench test a ppi 5000d1 amp deno

[@1ShyAzn]

Thank you Allyn. I spent hours researching my cars wattage specifications to see what aftermarket speakers will work with my factory head unit and factory amplifier. This video answered all my questions. In conclusion, I will be looking into Infinity Reference's to replace my 20ish watt speakers

[@Jigaboo1929]

U are 5 years late but no problem

[@6.2_2ss]

How much rms is a boss 1100 amp put out cause thats wat i have but it keep sounding distorted on my kicker comp

[@6.2_2ss]

+PilarDeZaragozaDGO1 do you think that amp worthed i have 1 kicker comp what you think amp i should get

[@6.2_2ss]

+PilarDeZaragozaDGO1 ok wat about audio pipe 1500

[@hawaiianboiii5020]

Does putting subs always mess up your alternator?

[@krnvirsingh]

No it doesn't. Make sure you install a capacitor

[@dominiquedemby8199]

They're 800 watts boss chaos speakers

[@chrisparra5298]

thats a Real Q & A I WOULD SAY

[@djbigbenjammin8954]

ok thanks for the advice.

[@COURTNEYLOVELIFE16]

I just got some Orion hcca 15 subs and how do you break new subs in

[@SonicElectronix]

+nicks ledford Funny you should ask.. The next video we post will be on subwoofer break in

[@COURTNEYLOVELIFE16]

+Sonic Electronix OK thanks for letting me know

[@SonicElectronix]

+nicks ledford Hey, just so you know, our video on subwoofer break in just went live earlier today :] kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWbWcmN5nZWekNE

[@Ricky-ms4fu]

+Sonic Electronix can you tell me what speakers size on Honda pilot eilte I am upgrade my speaker and subwoofer

[@6.2_2ss]

Can you do bench test on boss audio 1100 watt amp

[@Gnik4144]

I had a "1500" watt... But my 15" sub barely moved. I don't think boss audio puts out anything close to what they say they do.

[@XxDesertWarriorxX]

+Gnik4144 well considering boss audio is a cheap "no-name" brand, then yeah they aren't going to do what they claim.

[@TheLionAndTheLamb777]

+Gnik4144 A quick and dirty way to find ballpark wattage... amp fuse size x 12v x 0.6 (average efficiency for a/b class amp) an example 30 amp fuse would be 30x12x0.6=216 watts. Some brands use higher amperage than needed or even redundant fuses to make it look like there is more power than there really is being produced. If you have a class D amp use 0.8 instead of 0.6

[@sarahshubby6724]

do not mismatch impedances of speakers and stereos! if you have a stereo that was designed for 4 ohm speakers and you connect 2 ohm speakers to it you could burn up your stereo!

[@muthuandmuthu1]

Can anyone tell me what is the minimum RMS power that is required for a 6by9 speakers for better sound(Quality Music)? I have a speaker which is rated 3 Omhs, 67W RMS, 300 Peak. My head unit is rates 22W*4 and 50W*4. I am not satisfied with the sound, should i need to get an Amp? isn's that 22W RMS sufficient?

[@_DST0NE_]

I used your video to shut up a buddy of mine who told me I was stupid for amping my door speakers he swore that my head unit was supplying 50W per channel RMS.

[@MrMarty77]

That was exactly what I needed to know. Thank you so much.

[@weelgunny]

Screw the wattage! Only idiots care about that. What about replacing a stock 8-ohm speaker with an aftermarket 4-ohm used with a mid-level stock system? Stock systems these days are actually pretty decent and many people don't want to devalue their car by butchering up their dash with an unnecessary aftermarket. All it needs is better speakers...

[@cesarsalinas7978]

what is supposed to have higher watts? the subwoofer or the amplifier?

[@hughcrunk378]

You’re right if you have a 4 ohm system and go to an 8 ohm speaker you’re going to be disappointed. But if you go to a 2 ohm speaker on a 4 ohm system you’re going to overtax the amplifier.

[@oOohdaddy]

I hope someone can chime in im looking for tweeter impedence on 2011 acadia/traverse and whats the max i go to to without blowing up amp or tweeter

[@cheerypriya3714]

please suggest...... which one is better..... rockfordfosgate punch or infinity kappa