Couple of audio related questions.

[flipztarrr]

Hows everybody,

Im new to this forum and i have a couple of questions and I'm having a hard time finding the answers. I have a 2006 galant se. I dont have premium sound. What exactly are the speakers that are in the car right now? I know that the rear are 6x9s but what are the ones in the front doors? Also, i have a kicker 07S12L7 w/ the 750w amp. I had it from my previous car, i used to have a mitsu montero. But unfortunately, thats rip already. So i have this galant now, and i was wondering how exactly would i go about getting that sub & amp in here.

Since i have a pretty powerful sub (i think to my standards it hits pretty hard), would i need to replace the factory speakers? I heard that it would be a good idea because w/ a loud subwoofer, the bass would drown the sound coming from the speakers. I honestly think that the speakers are weak right now. With the volume up to 45, it doesnt seem like it gets any louder.

So here are my questions...:

1) Do i need to replace the factory speakers if i was to install this sub + amp?
2) If i replace the speakers, do i need to get a new head unit?
3) If i replace the speakers + head unit, do i need to get an amp just dedicated to the speakers?
4) Is the galant se limited to only 4 speakers inside the car?
5) What would be the best route to take for my situation?
6) What are the differences and disadvantages/advantages of the 2-way, 3-way, 1-way applications?
7) Can anyone please elaborate that "way" stuff?

Thanks a lot, sorry if its kinda long.

[The_fresh_Galant]

Welcome to TGC, So first of all....

1.You dont have to replace stock speakers but its gonna sound terrible if you dont.
2. If u replace speakers u dont need new H.U but u wont have much difference if u keep it stock.( Its better to get new H.U for ur Sub an amp anyways.)
3. An amp for ur aftermarket speakers would make everything sound much better.
4. U only have 4 stock spots for speakers in ur G, but u can easily change that.
5. Ur best route is gonna depend on how much money u wanna spend an search the internet for good deals.
6 & 7. Differnence is 1,2,3,and 4-way speakers are a 2 way will typically have a small woofer cone an some type of tweeter an a 4-way will have small cone with 3 tweeters on it (Bassically) an a 3-way would have small cone with 2 tweeters...

[flipztarrr]

Thanks! That definitely cleared a lot of things up. So heres another question... Does it mean that the higher the "way" the better the sound quality? And how do i know how many watts or whatever i would need for speakers?

[The_fresh_Galant]

Simply becuz a 4-way has more than a 3-way doesnt mean it will sound better...Its gonna depend on the brand Like Boston acoustic or Alpine(<<Winners) vs. a Sony speaker...An the speakers are gonna be rated in RMS an Max..U want an amp to put out right at RMS of the speakers or even a lil more an tweek ur amp, This is to get the best quality for the speaker.

[flipztarrr]

I see. Is there a specific website that you would recommend? And how would i replace the head unit if the console thingy of the galant has a weird lay out? Doesnt look like it can accomodate a din or double din application...

[OhNoItsFelix]

I'm running two 12's on a 500watt amp along with all the stock speakers. I do have an aftermarket deck but other than that the other speakers work fine.

[The_fresh_Galant]

Google some sites...Crutchfield is usually Way too high priced, mite wanna look on ebay..its all the same stuff. An about the head unit, U should be able to find a dash kit for it

2 Felix: No offense man but I doubt 2 12's on a 500w amp is even close to an L7 on a 1500w kicker amp.

[flipztarrr]

So to get the best sound from my speakers i should get a h/u and an amp for aftermarket speakers? Hmm...

[The_fresh_Galant]

Thats gonna sound the best Yess...You dont have to tho...But if u turn ur bass amp way up then ur gonna have all Bass in there.

[kbo203]

i have a 2006 galant as well and im looking to get aftermarket speakers and subs but i dont know what kind of amp to get as far as how many channels i need. i will be replacing 4 speakers (2 in front and 2 in the back) and adding 2 12" subs can anyone help please!

[flipztarrr]

I honestly think the best way would be to speak to customer service rep with the company or website you plan to make your purchase from. I myself am having a hard time deciding what amp/speaker combo would be sufficient for my satisfaction lol. My last set up wasnt too bad though, i got 4 speakers, head unit, sub, and an amp FOR the sub. I didnt get an amp for the speakers and they worked fine. Im just not sure about how the amp affects the speakers....is it for higher output? or better quality?

[Prophet]

I know this is late to move it but why is this in the tutorial forum? Moving now...

[flipztarrr]

Another question.....Are capacitors necessary? I spoke to customer service and they recommend me getting a cap this way theres less stress on the battery and alternator. They told me that if i have any power deficiencies resulting from my car stereo they recommend changing a few things in this following order:

1) Capacitor, if insufficient, replace (2) battery, if its still insufficient, replace the (3) alternator. So basically capacitor---> battery---> alternator.

I've read a couple of reviews and according to the customers who purchased a cap, it moderately improved sound output of their system.

Then i googled if i needed a cap and found mixed answers. People said that its useless and not needed and is just a gimmick.

Now im not to sure about what i should do.

Heres what im looking to add to the car:

Kicker zx750.1
Kicker 06s12L7 (one sub)
Kicker zx350.4 (please tell me if these are insufficient for the speakers below)
Kicker KS50.2 (pair)
Kicker KS690 (pair)
Pioneer AVH-P3200DVD

[Prophet]

Caps are debatable as venting or not to vent with a BOV... IMO a cap should be the last thing you do to a proper system and even then a 1 farad cap won't help you by much... better to start of upgrading the Big 3 and if that don't work upgrade the battery and then HO alty... then consider a 25 farad cap...