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Dec 12, 2009 | 03:07 PM

rtazz17

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putting a list together

so I have spent alot of time on my engine and such and now am moving to audio.I dont know much about amps and subs ect.Done some research.Just want a decent sounding system.Doesnt need to blow the guys eardrums in the car next to me either.So here is my list and feel free to tell me what Im messing up ,buying wrong ect.Did notice something about 2 ohm and 4 ohm speakers,????heres the links of what I put together and I am staying under 1000.00...Kenwood DDX512 (DDX-512) All In-Dash Car Stereo Receivers Car Stereo Receivers and Head Units Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix........................Kicker 07TCVT124 Sealed Subwoofer Systems Enclosed Car Subwoofer Systems Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix...........Infinity Reference 5350a 5-Channel or more Amps Car Amplifiers Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix................Infinity Kappa 682.9cf (6829cf) 6" x 8" Speakers Car Speakers Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix............Ill have just the one subwoofer,and the infinity speakers will be front and back....Will it work?sound good?

Dec 12, 2009 | 03:27 PM

11secdsm

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Not a bad combination of parts. I'm not really a fan of the Infinity line of speakers but they'll sound better than the stockers.

Dec 12, 2009 | 03:36 PM

rtazz17

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if you get a minute click on the headunit link and tell me if there are the correct input and outputs I need for a amp and a subwoofer....thanks

Dec 12, 2009 | 03:55 PM

11secdsm

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That head unit will "work" but it only has 2 sets of RCA outputs. You'd be much better off finding one that has 3 sets of outputs. If you're looking for a DVD only (no nav) head unit, i'd suggest the Pioneer AVH-P4100DVD. Much nicer in my opinion.

Dec 12, 2009 | 03:57 PM

11secdsm

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Also, if it were me, I'd get the Kicker ZX700.5 amp instead of the Infinity amp if you'd like to stay in that price range.

Dec 12, 2009 | 04:12 PM

rtazz17

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Thanks ill check those out... I dont need navigation...

Dec 13, 2009 | 01:43 PM

AudioNutz

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Have you actually listened to any of this stuff? Don't spend money on it unless you have.

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Dec 13, 2009 | 09:23 PM

mtondreo

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llsecdsm is correct about the ddx 514 only has 2 preouts. one can be set to dedicated sub. so it can be a sub out with separate sub control (I have this unit in my expedition and love it) but you will not have fade control between front and rear speakers. The ddx714 does have 3 dedicated outputs. Reason I did not get the 714 (personal and trivial) was because it did not have a volume ****. I would have rathered the larger screen and built in bluetooth (which I am adding) - but I had to have the **** on the stereo. I have owned Kenwoods before (also alpine, clarion, eclipse for head units)and decided to stick with them. Hope this helps, Mike.