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Old 05-16-2013, 01:40 AM   #15
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ok, so i think im gonna go with the pdx v9 (seems like an amp i can use with most potential future setups), and i like that its compact....

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2 8" alpine type R 4ohm subs

im going to get a single box for now, but will eventually get custom boxes to put one in each corner of the trunk. anything else i should know or get ?
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Crutchfield.com... Just go there.

Also, I prefer to just run 1 Mono and 1 4channel. In the BRZ I would just go high end speakers, bridge the 4 channel and forget the back (not like you need it).
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ok, so i think im gonna go with the pdx v9 (seems like an amp i can use with most potential future setups), and i like that its compact....

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2 8" alpine type R 4ohm subs

im going to get a single box for now, but will eventually get custom boxes to put one in each corner of the trunk. anything else i should know or get ?
I think you may have it. Where are you getting your wire from?

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Crutchfield.com... Just go there.

Also, I prefer to just run 1 Mono and 1 4channel. In the BRZ I would just go high end speakers, bridge the 4 channel and forget the back (not like you need it).
What's the point of two amps when the v9 is basically two amps in one chassis?

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What's the point of two amps when the v9 is basically two amps in one chassis?

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Main reason? Wiring.
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ok, so i think im gonna go with the pdx v9 (seems like an amp i can use with most potential future setups), and i like that its compact....

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Legit choices

I'd add some deadner to do your doors and rear deck for sure. Other than that a DSP if you wanna splurge later, but that's about it.
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Main reason? Wiring.
Wiring is amazing on the V9. You wire all the speakers and power into plugs that then plug into the amp. Makes very neat, easy to install and very easy to remove.

Also means you only need a single 4g power cable with no distribution.
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Wiring is amazing on the V9. You wire all the speakers and power into plugs that then plug into the amp. Makes very neat, easy to install and very easy to remove.

Also means you only need a single 4g power cable with no distribution.
I would rather wire my speakers to a 4 channel under the seat.

I'm not saying the V9 is a bad option, because it's a great one. I just like 2 Amps vs 1 for wiring purposes.
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I would rather wire my speakers to a 4 channel under the seat.

I'm not saying the V9 is a bad option, because it's a great one. I just like 2 Amps vs 1 for wiring purposes.
I do not envy anyone trying to put an amp under a seat in this car. Also, that means you have to pull the seat out to adjust the tune, which is a little annoying.
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I'd add some deadner to do your doors and rear deck for sure. Other than that a DSP if you wanna splurge later, but that's about it.
+1. You should definitely factor in some sound deadening material into your build. This car is a no-frills sports car and therefore is prone to road noise and rattles - they wanted to keep the car as light as possible. The small 10 will exacerbate any rattles.
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I found the v9 new for 399$ shipped on eBay, and the 8 inch speakers 99$ each shipped. Just wondering if the v9 has more than enough power if I wanted to put the 10inch alpine later on?

Also, what volume box should I look for for the 8 inch type R? (eBay)
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/300893482719?redirect=mobile
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/330922708191?redirect=mobile


Or something else?
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I found the v9 new for 399$ shipped on eBay, and the 8 inch speakers 99$ each shipped. Just wondering if the v9 has more than enough power if I wanted to put the 10inch alpine later on?

Also, what volume box should I look for for the 8 inch type R? (eBay)
I'd just go a single 10". 2 8's is a bit much for this car.
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2 8's will have more surface area than a 10 and just a little shy of 1 12.
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