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Default Re: Starting audio project looking for advice

Originally Posted by JeffS
I am looking for advice regarding the components for my audio upgrade. (Please excuse my ignorance)
I have decided on the alpine IDA-x305.
I would like to upgrade the necessary components (Wiring, amps, speakers, sub, etc) in hopes of a really crisp system with a decent punch, without taking up too much space.

Due to this being a base coupe I currently only have front speakers.
Are the factory front component speakers adequate? Is there a factory amp that needs bypassed?
Somewhere on the forum i came across a clever 6x9 install in the rear sides. Is this worth the effort?

Recomendations for a sub/amp setup? I don't need anything thats going to rattle the car to bits.
Is a capictor required?
Any recommendations for an install kit (gauge of wire), or speaker setups are greatly appreciated especially if you include links .

FWIW I am addressing all the rattles with dynamat/foam/felt prior to the install.

Thanks in advance!
I have done a pretty extensive overhaul on my base stereo. You will find there are not a lot of people on here with first hand experience upgrading the base models, there were not many of them made and many of those who have them have not upgraded or are no longer active here. I would be happy to help you, just shoot me a PM.
 
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