Hello everybody, I am seeking your help with this question which I am sure I will get different answers. My wife has a 2006 350z Enthusiast and has finally gotten tired of the speakers and possibly the stereo system.
My question to you is what speakers would you recommend? (We are not looking to go balls out but a nice overall improvement from what we currently have.) Would you add anything else to improve overall sound like a subwoofer?(If that's even able to be done or needed.) And should we get a new stereo too? (I know the one we have isn't great but will swapping out a stereo really improve the quality of the sound?)
Thanks again and I look forward to your responses.
Speaker Upgrade
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K03sport
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Re: Speaker Upgrade (garc33)
To help you get the best idea of what is available for the 350, I would suggest you visit Crutchfield.com and do some window (monitor) shopping. This will let you know what componants are available at different price points and you don't have to drive all over the placing trying to find stores that may or may not have them.
If you don't have the BOSE stereo, you will probably have an easier time finding stuff that will work. Your only limitation is your budget and how loud or clear you want the new set up to sound.
The good thing about Crutchfield is that they will include instructions to help you install your components yourself helping you save a few $$ in the process.
Now if you really want to hear some speakers before purchasing them, you will have to visit your locar car audio stores to have a listen. Everyone's ear hears things differently, but spearkers on store displays will sound differently than the car. You kind of have to go with your gut or ear feeling, however, most aftermarket brand speakers will sound better than what the car came with stock.
Oh, you also want to have nice clean power. You don't need a lot to have a really nice sounding system.
If you don't have the BOSE stereo, you will probably have an easier time finding stuff that will work. Your only limitation is your budget and how loud or clear you want the new set up to sound.
The good thing about Crutchfield is that they will include instructions to help you install your components yourself helping you save a few $$ in the process.
Now if you really want to hear some speakers before purchasing them, you will have to visit your locar car audio stores to have a listen. Everyone's ear hears things differently, but spearkers on store displays will sound differently than the car. You kind of have to go with your gut or ear feeling, however, most aftermarket brand speakers will sound better than what the car came with stock.
Oh, you also want to have nice clean power. You don't need a lot to have a really nice sounding system.
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orangeNblue
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- Car: 2008 Nissan 350z
Re: Speaker Upgrade (K03sport)
I highly recommend JL Audio components. It requires and amp but is definately worth it.
If you want professional help you can look up Broadfield on this forum. He has been great to work with. Great advise, customer service, and prices. He help me decide on a system that worked on my budget.
If you want professional help you can look up Broadfield on this forum. He has been great to work with. Great advise, customer service, and prices. He help me decide on a system that worked on my budget.
Re: Speaker Upgrade (garc33)
Pioneer SPS-600C for the doors and SPS-600 for the rear. Go on e-bay to buy the spacers you will need to install aftermarket speakers in the doors. If you don't, the window will probably shatter when it comes down because it won't clear the speaker magnet. Also strongly recommend a 4-channel amp.A company called ZEN enclosures (also on Ebay) sells a subwoofer enclosure that fits nicely under the rear strut bar. Much better sound than what is mounted behind the drivers seat if you want to upgrade that as well.