WATCH THIS BEFORE Building a Car Stereo System! 6 Things to know! Car Audio Info tricks and tips.

[@steelcitycaprice.899]

👍🏾😎 never looked at my system in this fashion but I see your point about the front stage and its important. I ALWAYS knew the sound I wanted but now I think I can get better results with this information good post.👊🏾😎

[@zakuraayame5091]

first video; loved the tone of the video, clear and understandable, positive personality; will browse the channel ;)

[@HARRY-ty7ij]

This is such an informative video! I learned so much about building a car stereo system from scratch. The presenter's enthusiasm and expertise are contagious. I feel more confident in my ability to build my own car audio system now. Thanks for sharing this valuable information! #carstereosystem #caraudioinfo #trickstips

[@pnojazz]

What would you recommend for jazz and 70’s RNB?😂

[@svnuss]

Sealed 12 or 15

[@emiliosrucaj]

Thank you for your knowledge !

[@brandonthecreator698]

You gave alot of good pointers I appreciate you G

[@nkpv7108]

Looking to upgrade my Audio Sound Sys.using my current OEM Radio on my 2020 Kia Telluride LX. I reached out to Crutchfield and he suggested the following components based on my preference of listening to Christian Salsa Music giving a live concert vibe. They are: (Infinity REF607CF frnt spkr's) Infinity REF607F rear spkr's) (Kicker 46HS10 Hideaway subwoofer with 10"sub/180 watt amp) ( Kicker 47KEY200.4, compact 4-chan amplifier with auto tuning DSP-50 watts RMSx4). along with wiring kit CK12. ( Total $939.810). I highly value your expertise on the above components especially after viewing your video.

[@MrSupernova111]

Great info! Thanks!

[@BreakersStereo]

No problem. Thanks for the comment!

[@freeair7292]

Great knowledge for sure

[@pauloparranao5534]

Another good video. Best youtube chanel.

[@janrdoh]

Almost all modern cars come with a centre mounted dashboard speaker and I understand how FL- FR and RL - RR and tweaters hook up to the amp but how is the centre speaker connected?

[@tycolemansr.6540]

I have a 5-way front stage, and man!! It sounds amazing and the rear is just filled in a.little bit.I used jl c7's for frnt stage

[@tycolemansr.6540]

Helix dsp to tune everything, I run 14 speakers with 2 jl 12 W6's

[@dippitydoinit]

Maybe consider what car you're putting the system into and what you want out of it. I.E: If you're driving a Hellcat with a super loud exhaust then expect the low end to get drowned out by that exhaust. Sound deadening is key. A quiet car = better sound. If you start with a quiet car then usually it will cost less to get a good sounding system. That is assuming you're not trying to be the DJ for the entire block.

[@atahaynah]

Thanks for the video sir, do I need to buy a "deep cycle battery" for the car sound system? or it's okay to use normal car batteries?

[@Jrey-tn1to]

Depends of how much power amps are running in your equipment , I will suggest to incrase your battery amp , instead to run 60 amp run 80 or 90 amps

[@ItzLawDawg]

Let's say the front speakers are 200 watts and the subwoofer is 500, Will 700 watts go to the amp?

[@donellis5005]

Is there a such thing as a moderately-priced DSP that's good quality, because I'm thinking about getting one for the first time

[@brianhopkins5644]

The rockford fosgate dsr1 is cheapest one that I recommend to people. Any cheaper and you’ll be dealing with foreign software that’s not very user friendly.

[@MrSupernova111]

@@brianhopkins5644 . What about audio control amps with dsp? Are those considered high quality?

[@ajl278]

I'm trying to figure out how to upgrade a stereo without losing the ability to modify various in built car features. I have a 2006 mountaineer and the OEM stereo has controls under a setup menu for changing features like whether the running boards deploy automatically or stay up or down. And other features like auto locks when in gear, lights staying on for various time lengths are all controlled through the OEM stereo. So how can I make sure I can access these features with a new stereo?

[@rival989]

You'll have to keep your original stereo and get that other thing. I can't remember what it's called that hooks up to it so you can run your amp and the speakers. I can't remember what it's called. If you go to Best buy or something they will tell you but you can keep your original head unit. You just got to get a certain piece so it can run the amp

[@anthonybelle5492]

Hi ,just finish watching the video very interesting. Question I listen to dub /reggae and soca My choice of speakers are 15"subwoofer, what is your input.

[@Adi99093]

I have jbl speaks on all doors with sound deadening mild front and back with speaker baffles and they hit loud and smooth no rattles next is tweeters but I haven’t had time to install them yet little by little I will complete my sounds

[@davidbogard5671]

Hey my friend, I’ve got a 1979 C3 vet plenty of room in the back to set something up but they’re so much out there on the market. It gets confusion. What do I need to set up a decent sounding stereo in the C3 vet

[@Authenticityistheway333]

So what would you recommend in the 2013 Ford edge I listen to hip-hop and I love to listen to loud bass as loud as it can go. What do I buy first?

[@RodofAllTrades]

Great video! Great advice!

[@bobandrick8546]

When you say to use an amp that's rated power is 20% to 25% than the speaker rating, you're talking about RMS or are you referring to peak power? I'm assumming RMS.

[@BreakersStereo]

Yes rms power handling on the speakers. Good question.

[@bobandrick8546]

@@BreakersStereo Thanks for the quick reply and the helpful knowledge you supply in your videos.

[@AllPainNoGains]

RMS is the only rating that matters, with one caveat. If you're looking at an item and see that the peak or max power is 3 or 4 times the RMS then that generally means it is low quality. Quality products sell themselves and don't need an inflated max power rating.

[@bernettmurray]

I use mostly amps that are 1/3 overpowered...especially with subwoofers

[@aldonvalentine8879]

Do you located in the New York City area?

[@entitled4697]

What is some good rear fill speakers?

[@milesbachelor8747]

Is it safe to say the vehicle’s power source (alternator and battery) is on this list? Learned this hard lesson with only a 1000W amplifier.

[@MrSupernova111]

What happened? How many total watts did you have between all your speakers and subs?

[@milesbachelor8747]

@@MrSupernova111 So stock alternator is 150, added a 1K amp. Stock amp is 300W. Pushed it too far basically. New 250A and AGM battery…$800.

[@MrSupernova111]

@@milesbachelor8747 . ok. Thanks!

[@house9850]

I want a big android auto touchscreen with my phone as a source, do i have to buy a car stereo or can i just get an amp and speakers?

[@do17n60]

Thank you for the nice video, Need an advice please. I just installed the TS-D12D4 600 rms dual voice coils 4 ohm each with the GM-D8701 rated 300 whats at 4 ohm, connected in series at 8 ohm, I'm concerned about sound quality more than spl, What do you think about connecting in parallel @ 4 ohm would be better ? thanks again

[@ubaidullahsayeed281]

Hi, my 2006 RX400H has 8 speaker. All affordable radio has 6 channels. How would i utilize all 8 speakers with aftermarket headunit?

[@brianbelliveau5551]

If I want to use my stock radio I need a adapter to connect to my radio right now I want a amplifier for a bass speaker but I want to pump up all my stock speakers or should I replace them with something better I like JL audio but if I use my stock radio can I amplify my stock radio I like the radio for it has a lot of features that the truck comes with thanks good video

[@Adi99093]

Yes you need the adapter also a line out converter like the loc7i

[@floydafflick2389]

You are building a American car audio system.. in Jamaica it's 4or 5 stage and we like to hear all stage of the music... not something when the subwoofer start playing you can't hear no top end speakers.... crazy system you guys have...

[@div911X]

When you say "4 or 5 stage", do you mean that you all use 3 way component speakers and such? Or enclosures for various midrange and midbass speakers that sit on the back seat/outside the vehicle?

[@mrreggiej85]

In reference to nuber 6.....What if I'm so tall, I technically sit in the back seat? Should I not invest in the rear just as much?

[@pauloparranao5534]

For SQ you don't need to invest as much. But for SPL probably should.

[@scamchan]

just ordered mid bass for my front stage

[@Creode33]

برای ژانر راک و متال چه سیستمی نصب بشه خوبه؟ممنون

[@ABCDEFGHcreator]

awesome

[@nathanielbolden5053]

JBL FTW!!!

[@sudarshan619]

Nice clean video, always on point 🤙🏾

[@alfanigunawan7433]

Does tweeter also need power amp? I use my 4ch power amp for mid and sub, and for tweeter Im using power from dsp.

[@LYMing25]

I have a Blam Signature for my cx5 2019. But the crossover wasnt installed Nothing else. How should i still improve the sound quality , more into hip hop songs but im not looking forward to having a box?

[@kroozzy9863]

Speaker cable . . . As a home Audio HiFi enthusiast, i can 💯 confirm that the there is a sound difference in Speaker Cables, RCA / XLR Cables and actual Power Cables. To spend 1000's on equipment, only to use average quality cables is not the be all end all, though it does determine how energy, in the form of frequencies, are allowed to flow though and be assisted by the type of cable. Silver cables allow frequencies to travel faster through cables, so higher frequencies come through at the end faster than lower frequencies, which adds clarity and brightness to cables. Copper reduces the speed of the travel of frequencies, therefore the higher frequencies are unable to travel through as fast, which produces slower deeper and warmer sound Purified copper, 99.9% oxygen free copper, mixed with silver, or a combination of oxygen free copper strands and silver strands provides a more equal flow of frequencies across a wider spectrum . This allows time & space between frequencies resulting in clarity, soundstage without sacrificing the sud low end or extreme high end

[@fabricefafa5106]

Hey Josh, I need to be in touch. How can I can contact you?

[@codychavarria6088]

If one has lexus Mark Levinson sound, do you need to replace the speakers??? If yes then what's the upgrade?

[@Alastasius]

Utopia Ms. If you want the best, Accuton Automotive. A pretty penny, for sure... But they're the best.

[@codychavarria6088]

@@Alastasius I'm just asking what would be the replacement for the mark levinson sound speakers

[@djb8816]

I have 15 speakers and four amplifiers in my vehicle, adding two more speakers today as I’m listening to this. But I severely disagree with real speakers being fill, I call that a rear stage. I want to be able to not distinguish where the source music is coming from

[@julesbruchez-theartofgrapp9646]

Also Josh I have a Lexus ES 350 so stock radio is mandatory. I am running a Audio Control L7ci amd have the channels summed for a full flat single . Then it runs to an Alpine for Mids and highs and a Kicker for the sub. Sounds great but NOT amazing. Is there an EQ I can run it to before the amps? Are do I have to replace the DSP with one that does all that?

[@Jclownwalk]

I have a ls430 and I just ran 14g speaker wire from all doors to amplifier

[@AngelGarcia-ik7uo]

Lc7i is not a DSP it's basically a loc with epicenter features

[@julesbruchez-theartofgrapp9646]

@@AngelGarcia-ik7uo thank you I actually couldn’t stand it. Last night I bought an audio control DM - 8 110.

[@AngelGarcia-ik7uo]

I'm running the DM 608

[@julesbruchez-theartofgrapp9646]

@@AngelGarcia-ik7uo almost got that one . But I am tired of changing shit. So I was planning ahead for my next vehicle. Just what if it has more speakers I will be prepared.

[@Watchtoday911]

Hi brother I need your help please I have Camry xse 2019 with original factory head unit radio 7 inch I want upgrade all 6 speaker and add subwoofer 8 inch and 2 speakers 4 inch in rear dashboard with amplifier 1340 rms 5 channel What should be do or selected from this vedio Dsp or line output converter or line input converter

[@lowelnelsonvaldez5828]

How much sub RMS would I need if my speakers total RMS is 370 RMS?

[@1Patient]

You can't have too much Bass. Go with 500W RMS Amp on 300 Watt Driver or a larger Amp 1000W with 75% of rated capacity set for drivers (you want to leave some 'Head Room') so a couple of 12" on a 1000W should work nicely depending on quality and power rating of drivers...

[@MrVuittonDon]

Can anyone help? I am thinking of purchasing the aftermarket Eonon Q04PRO stereo system. I want to do a big bass custom audio upgraded system in my R34 Nissan Skyline Sedan. I dont want my fenders rattling, but I am willing to go as high as I can with power right before the rattle would even occur. Any advise?! The Eonon unit says there is a built in DSP, so this is good? But can't find any further specs for it. Also the following: - Max Amp Output 4x48W - A 48-band graphic equalizer - Power Bandwidth: 20-18KHZ - RMS power (CTA-2006): 18W - RMS power (manufacturer): 24W - Peak Output: 33W - Preamp Outputs: 5- Channel

[@dirt_ripper8734]

A good class AB five channel amp putting out around 80-100 watts per channel ×4 and decent power coming out of the sub channel ( depending on what sub you'll be using and music type ) should make your system punchy without rattle . I use the Rockford Fosgate PUNCH series speakers in my doors and deck . Nice mid bass and clear high frequency sound reproduction without breaking your bank acct or rattling the doors to death .

[@MrVuittonDon]

@dirt_ripper8734 what would be a breaking the bank option? Lol have you ever used kicker speakers or subs?

[@dirt_ripper8734]

@MrVuittonDon yes , the Kicker CS Series speakers are amazing as well . Also the JBL GTO939 6"×9"s are some of the best I've heard .

[@delcorick9967]

I have a crazy question,, could you use fast rings on 6x9 speakers in rear deck? I've never heard anyone try so I thought I'd ask

[@alfredomarin3793]

I have

[@julesbruchez-theartofgrapp9646]

Hello Josh I bought a 8” Kicker Q Class rated for 500RMS. I will run it ported. I have a Kicker CXA1200.1 amp. Should I run the amp at 4 ohms at 600rms or 2ohms at 600rms? For what I understand 4 ohm shouldn’t give me a better SQ. But if I run at 4 ohms it’s maxed out where if I run it at 2 ohm it’s only half capacity. What would you set the amp to and why?

[@JeTLiFe.]

Your Kicker CXA1200.1 amp is going to give your sub 1200 watts at 2 ohms or 600 watts at 4 ohms. You will overpower that sub if you run it at 2 ohms.

[@saquist]

​@@JeTLiFe.Thank you for giving us some practical math on how this works. I'm really disappointed in the channel like this wasting your time.

[@JeTLiFe.]

​@@saquistNo problem

[@jojolopez1205]

Do you have a video on what's best for the interior speakers and stereo with no amp needed ?

[@BreakersStereo]

BLAM express. 2 ohm speakers

[@BreakersStereo]

We have a video on that

[@airuzair2424]

good luck getting good sound without an amp

[@Phantom-darkness]

Ooops I just built a system yesterday.

[@Phantom-darkness]

I’d agree with all.

[@HARRY-ty7ij]

Don't make these common mistakes when building your car stereo system! 🚗📱 Watch this before you start to avoid any issues. 💡 #caraudio #carsystem #tricksandtips

[@hakankinnunen3270]

Oj vad jag håller med. För lite att åka med så blir det inte alls bra. Detta gäller faktiskt överallt. Men detta är det extremt många som inte vill höra eller förstå. Men detta behöver inte alls betyda att det blir dyrt. Lyssna på de som kan sådant!!!!!! Så är chansen stor att det blir riktigt jävla bra. Och man slipper bli besviken.

[@cbronsonda13th37]

Looking for a great loud but quality front stage speakers something close to pro audio loudness anyone have any suggestions?

[@joes.7536]

Jbl component or gto coaxial best I’ve heard with spending ridiculous $. They are extremely accurate

[@cbronsonda13th37]

@@joes.7536 thanks for sharing joe I’ll definitely look into it

[@donbarkhurst1017]

Pioneer ts m650 pro 61/2 in ts 6900 6×9 Ts b350 pro tweeters. Pioneer 8704 amp SCREAM 2011 CAMRY SE

[@AtulKumar-ep9cw]

What if a car doesn't have the space for sub?

[@kylangoode2730]

Passenger seat.

[@True8khd]

Hey Josh what best 12in dual four ohm coil sub wil you recommend for the audison sr5.600 ? Hip hop preferred and deep hard bass

[@Road2Rally]

That depends on how much room you've got for the box.

[@RobHTech]

U r not wasting money if u can’t replace the HU, like most large screen AX systems.

[@jpmerrick8886]

Source important but amps are a lost art I own the best audiowave gz ultra damore 1500.4 venti etc

[@BreakersStereo]

Nice gear!

[@nkpv7108]

Louis again: Using my Android Spotify Music app on phone as my source connected to USB,

[@DarronSanderson]

The first decision is if you want your system to cost more than your ride.

[@BreakersStereo]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DarronSanderson]

@ 🔊 🔊

[@DarronSanderson]

@ bro, all of my systems cost more than my rides. 🤑🍻

[@affordableluxuryrecords4472]

Mine does lol 😂

[@DarronSanderson]

@affordableluxuryrecords4472 right! All of my systems were valued more than my rides-when I was active-duty Air Force. Even when I worked for Rockford Fosgate.

[@jameslab-n7r]

Hardcore metal

[@xxcopesilva2xs]

bull dos de 15 mejor que dos de 12 please lol .

[@Rbdlr]

dsp that has BT is easier and better

[@xxcopesilva2xs]

and now they using speakr of 18 no 12 or 1o lol

[@damason724]

Why would you covert all things aftermarket shouldn't you be concerting all things stock.. 😂😂

[@IamMortui]

This was completely non noobie friendly. I have no idea what you're saying. It's like you're speaking a different language.

[@jac1793]

I have thought the same in the last week and a half trying to do my own research. Especially CarAudioFabrications that is the worst channel ever. Like... I just want to see a 5 channel amp install with new speaker wires, 4 speakers, sub and an aftermarket head unit, with everything caught under camera. Apparently that is too hard to find. Half these guys are like: here's a double amp install with a sub woofer and a line out converter. 20 mins of talking and no install/troubleshooting footage

[@Tquizelton]

@@jac1793that’s what I’m looking for too I don’t wanna get the newest greatest stuff just a few new speakers a sub the 5 channel amp and the new head unit all re wired but everyone making these videos are experts and not some average joe that can explain in terms that make sense to me

[@Tquizelton]

@@jac1793although the crutchfield channel is pretty good at explaining how individual pieces work but they don’t really do projects and walkthroughs

[@chef_yt]

this is all kinda crappy info. Gain doesn’t really work like that at all, gain doesn’t create distortion and shouldn’t be turned down like that. Overpowering a speaker is good but not for that reason. There’s a reason mosconi sells a 30Wx4 amp for 3 grand, it’s because with proper tuning, it’s some amazing 30 watts. 4V out of the head unit is just a random number, if you care that much use high-level signal. The vented vs sealed enclosure comparison is wrong, and vented boxes are tuned to a specific frequency. 10’s vs 12’s is just a stupid, meaningless comparison. Deadening is great but has nothing to do with making it act “denser”. Resonix is the best deadener material, not those two he named, as independently tested. CCA is fine if you understand the ampacity difference and want some massive cables in exchange for a tiny bit cheaper cables. It also shouldn’t cost 2-3 per foot, it’s $1 ish for 4 gauge and $4 ish for 0 gauge. For the front speaker question - don’t spend any money on rears, unless it’s $200 on a $10k install. tl;dr some good advice, some meaningless advice that sounds good. Little to no good reasoning even on the good advice - doing the right things for the wrong reasons, which is fine but shouldn’t be in a professional youtube video.

[@faroerides7851]

Damn.. you seem to know alot, which youtuber would you recommend i would look at to learn more about car sound systems? I want a aftermarket sound system for my 2008 Mazda 2 but have no idea if i have to spend $100 or $1000, I made a shopping list and its about $500 but I am not sure if that is overkill just for a reasonable good sound system or if it would be very good🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@chef_yt]

@@faroerides7851 It’s tough. My old system was about 1k, worked amazing. Depends on what type of music you listen to. I had some help through the learning phase, I’m happy to try to help you as much as I can - if you’ve got contact info you want to share then go ahead, or I can just ask you some questions here

[@chef_yt]

@@faroerides7851 as far as youtubers, Mark (caraudiofabrication) is great. Peter (pssound) is great but very advanced, not much of his stuff will apply to a simple/cheap system, he does very high quality installs with extensive custom work. Nerijus (raw-cat) is good, mostly measurements but you’ll find recs for inexpensive and high-performing parts. If you end up looking at higher-end stuff, closer to 5k or more, then Nick from Resonix will be able to tell you what to buy, and you can make it through the install watching caraudiofabrication videos. Some installers make very convincing but dubious videos, I’ve seen people run wires in high-friction areas like under bench seats, I’ve seen people wire through a fuse box, there’s some ridiculous stuff out there. The best advice is to just do everything in the exact same way the car manufacturer does it, run wires through their grommets and in their channels, etc.

[@chef_yt]

My comment about other youtubers to watch got taken down, not sure why. Let me know your contact info and I’ll reach out

[@arturoramirez4372]

Useless for normal folks

[@matthamilton72]

You lost all credibility when you recommended oxygen-free cable. It’s a scam that makes the store more money off gullible customers. Exactly what kind of copper contains oxygen, since copper is, by definition, copper and oxygen is a different element on the periodic table?

[@zeropointstar]

I think what’s being proposed is that the copper is free of contact with oxygen… although I will agree that the oxidation in a “non-oxygen-free” that would render normal speaker wire audibly different is kind of long off distant possibility.

[@dougcampbell3268]

Using CCA is asking for dissimilar metal corrosion

[@mosesthomas7849]

Ofc carries more amps

[@juanarmendariz9943]

I have used both I see no different only in the cost. But everyone has different preferences.

[@RavenEbbeDrumsgaard-ov7og]

Copper that's not oxidized, aka, copper, is much higher quality than copper that is oxidized, AKA copper oxide. Any conductive material that becomes oxidized, also becomes an insulator. Simple chemistry and physics.

[@Mustafaj-c7z]

Start from under hood and do BIG 3 then work your way to the back. This is what I did. I hope all that work put in will give amazing results.. If not i'm gonna push this car off a cliff!

[@xxcopesilva2xs]

bull dos de 15 mejor que dos de 12 please lol .