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Low cost stereo upgrade

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by Rex Kramer, Dec 8, 2018.

  1. Dec 8, 2018 at 5:18 AM
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    Rex Kramer

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    I finished upgrading the stereo in my old RCSB, I upgraded incrementally over time.

    1. Speakers: Focal IC 690 TOY, the original dash tweeters are still working fine.
    2. Head Unit: Kenwood DPX792BH eXcelon
    3. Sub Woofer: Kenwood KSC-SW11

    Total cost: Less than $600, shipping & installation included.
    Results: This system does everything I want it to do, and much more.
     
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  2. Dec 8, 2018 at 5:24 AM
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    You install yourself?
     
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  3. Dec 8, 2018 at 5:29 AM
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    I installed the door speakers myself, but I had a pro do the rest.
     
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  4. Dec 8, 2018 at 5:31 AM
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    Sounds like a bargain...
     
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  5. Dec 8, 2018 at 5:34 AM
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    I'm liking this. Not a big deal but do you have a after install pic ?
     
  6. Dec 8, 2018 at 5:43 AM
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    Head unit: before & after.
    I'll take a picture of the sub woofer later.

     
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  7. Dec 8, 2018 at 6:03 AM
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    I've been very happy with my Focal speakers...
     
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  8. Dec 8, 2018 at 6:15 AM
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    I've always liked Kenwood products. Decent specs.Looks good too in the dash. I'm finally getting tired of the crappy OEM stereo. Your Kenwood setup will cure that without breaking the bank.
     
  9. Dec 8, 2018 at 6:18 AM
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  10. Dec 8, 2018 at 6:27 AM
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    I'm really liking that price point. This is most likely the route I'm going!
     
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  11. Dec 8, 2018 at 6:44 AM
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    Hey Matt,

    I changed out the head unit to add a backup camera. That alone helped the sound quality a lot. Really surprised at how well it sounds, no plans to replace speakers.

    A radio with camera inputs may cost a bit more, as well as the cost of a camera (tailgate latch with camera $100). Install Labor ($200ish) relatively cheap, well worth it.
     
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  12. Dec 8, 2018 at 7:08 AM
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    You chose not to use the focal tweeters for that set, or did you only get the woofers?

    Just curious cause most audio manf. are A-holes when it comes to buying just the raw drivers.

    Now that im thinking about it Focal is actually one of the very few that do sell individual componet woofers.

    I guess i just answered my own question. Ehh...

    Any plans on amping your nice focal woofers in the future? They're focals after all, you gotta bring them babbies to life!
     
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  13. Dec 8, 2018 at 7:12 AM
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    I actually have the factory overhead display and tailgate camera
     
  14. Dec 8, 2018 at 7:12 AM
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    My Focals are co-ax speakers
    [​IMG]
     
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    Focal makes a great product. you would really have to step up the cost to get better
     
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    OK Great :thumbsup:. You can still try just a HU and see how you like it, always add speakers later.

    Years ago I would always upgrade everything in vehicles. Have gotten away from that as I have aged (officially middle-aged), and most stock stuff has gotten good enough for my needs. I was just pleasantly surprised at how well our 07 sounds sounds with just the HU upgrade.
     
  17. Dec 8, 2018 at 7:33 AM
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    Uhm.. Yeah, i knew that :tinfoilhat:.

    Now if i would of looked up the right speaker models then i can say 100% that this would not be awkward.

    How about that weather? Sure is crappy.
     
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  18. Dec 8, 2018 at 10:51 AM
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    I have focal tweeters in dash, 6x9 in front doors and 6.5's in rear doors powered by a JL amp and pioneer HU. sounds great.
     
  19. Dec 8, 2018 at 11:15 AM
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    What tweeters did you use, model #?
    Is an installation kit required?
     
  20. Dec 8, 2018 at 5:20 PM
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  21. Dec 8, 2018 at 11:37 PM
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    Those are the ones i mistakenly looked up i believe. Ic 690 are the coaxial and the Is 690 are the components.

    Both look good.
     
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  22. Dec 26, 2018 at 10:52 AM
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    The KSC-SW11 is mounted as far forward as possible, it's protected from above by the seat at all times.
    The relatively small cabin space of a regular cab doesn't require much additional bass to sound great.

    IMG_6949.jpgIMG_6946.jpg IMG_6948.jpg
     
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