factory sound~louder volume?
05-11-2010, 12:03 AM
#1
2006 6spd
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factory sound~louder volume?
any one know how i can get the volume louder in my 05 base tl w/navi?... I have a sound system always have and alwys installed myself, currently have a 2000 watt amp and a 15in sub (bass is fine) just want to know the most simplest way way to get louder high's sound with the volume control even without the bass on just seems radio/cd player sound just isnt loud enough for me andone have any ideas? (also dont really want to replace factory amp if i dont have to but dont know if thats even possible)...Thanks for any input...
05-11-2010, 10:42 AM
#2
2005 NBP TL 5AT w/ NAV
Just to clarify ...
You have a 15" sub and a two thousand watt amp which is only powering the sub and you are using stock speakers with the factory amp (sans sub input)?
Do you have any blown speakers? Have you checked the treble,bass, fade, etc... audio settings? Honestly, I think you may be asking more of the factory system than it was meant to do. I'm sure you could get the sound to be louder (at the expense of quality).
You have a 15" sub and a two thousand watt amp which is only powering the sub and you are using stock speakers with the factory amp (sans sub input)?
Do you have any blown speakers? Have you checked the treble,bass, fade, etc... audio settings? Honestly, I think you may be asking more of the factory system than it was meant to do. I'm sure you could get the sound to be louder (at the expense of quality).
05-11-2010, 12:51 PM
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2006 6spd
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i just through in that i have a sub and amp to show i am savey on radio/system installation...just want the factory sound louder volume 40 just isnt loud enough, dont know if changing out the door speakers will do...even with the bass off sound isnt loud enough for me!
05-13-2010, 11:27 AM
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05-14-2010, 01:54 PM
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Three Wheelin'
05-22-2010, 01:46 AM
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I have to differ and here's why. If you change the drivers in the doors and rear deck which are full range and replace with 2-ways, the added tweeters by themselve will make for cleaner/louder sound at 30 compared to the volume at 30 with the stock speakers. I just purchased an 07 this week and compared to the stereo i did in my 08 Accord, the Acura is missing highs. Just my .02...
05-22-2010, 08:01 AM
#10
Three Wheelin'
I have to differ and here's why. If you change the drivers in the doors and rear deck which are full range and replace with 2-ways, the added tweeters by themselve will make for cleaner/louder sound at 30 compared to the volume at 30 with the stock speakers. I just purchased an 07 this week and compared to the stereo i did in my 08 Accord, the Acura is missing highs. Just my .02...
but that setup wouldn't make sense, it would be louder maybe but it would definitely not going to sound better.
05-22-2010, 09:34 AM
#11
Banned
How is getting a more efficient speaker (90db+ s/n ratio) not going to sound better than stock woofers that have now tweeters? For one the clarity is better. That alone is enough for some people. The 08 Accords "Premium" sound system set-up was similar. No 2-ways in the rear and doors but so i replaced them and the sound was decently improved. But I did all the big things like Audio Control LC7 proccessor and amps. I'm planning on just enjoying this cars set-up. I switch cars too fast to keep dumping stereo $.$$ in a car. Wheels I can swap back easier..lol.
05-24-2010, 07:30 PM
#16
2006 6spd
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how easy would it be to replace factory amp using oem speakers would clips match up or any way to convert( maybe splice into speaker wires on harness) any one know/have any idea
05-24-2010, 10:14 PM
#17
I had 03 TL which was much louder than my 07 Type S. I only had the car for less than a month and I want to upgrade the sound system.
Whats the best way to up grade the system?
Interior speakers>Amplifier>sub
Whats the best way to up grade the system?
Interior speakers>Amplifier>sub
05-24-2010, 10:43 PM
#18
Team Owner
You guys don't search much.
If you want more volume, you need an amp period.
Very few aftermarket speakers will give you more volume, most will not be as loud as stock. Any additional volume is going to be minimal.
I upgraded my speakers first with very sensitive Infinities which were 2 ohm and they were barely louder than stock.
The amp will make all the difference. You can push the stock speakers at double the factory power with no issues as long as you cross them above 80hz. My rears are still stock and the volume and clarity are so much better now that they're amped.
You don't want 4 tweeters up front. It's just wrong.
You will get better sound out of aftermarket speakers but you will get the same gains from an amp with the factory speakers and much higher volume. I didn't believe an amp could improve clarity until I tried it myself.
Just remember, an increase in efficiency makes a barely noticalbe difference in volume. For more volume, you need more power.
If you want more volume, you need an amp period.
Very few aftermarket speakers will give you more volume, most will not be as loud as stock. Any additional volume is going to be minimal.
I upgraded my speakers first with very sensitive Infinities which were 2 ohm and they were barely louder than stock.
The amp will make all the difference. You can push the stock speakers at double the factory power with no issues as long as you cross them above 80hz. My rears are still stock and the volume and clarity are so much better now that they're amped.
You don't want 4 tweeters up front. It's just wrong.
You will get better sound out of aftermarket speakers but you will get the same gains from an amp with the factory speakers and much higher volume. I didn't believe an amp could improve clarity until I tried it myself.
Just remember, an increase in efficiency makes a barely noticalbe difference in volume. For more volume, you need more power.
05-24-2010, 10:44 PM
#19
Senior Moderator
the best thing to do is get an aftermarket amplifer first. You can tap after the factory and and reconnect the factory speakers. Just don't push the gain to high and you should be good. I think I hate Cars was running the stock rear speakers at 125Watts and they sounded a bit louder and got the job done...
05-24-2010, 10:47 PM
#20
Team Owner
the best thing to do is get an aftermarket amplifer first. You can tap after the factory and and reconnect the factory speakers. Just don't push the gain to high and you should be good. I think I hate Cars was running the stock rear speakers at 125Watts and they sounded a bit louder and got the job done...
05-25-2010, 05:50 PM
#21
Banned
The Volume is fine for me. I just want added clarity do my plan was to do 2-way infinity reference 6.5 in the doors/rear deck. Can I expect improvement using stock amp?
05-25-2010, 07:50 PM
#22
Team Owner
However, after adding an amp, there was just as big of a difference in clarity and dynamics. People told me this would be the case but it made no sense to me and I didn't believe it. I was wrong.
I think you're on the right track with the reference speakers. I ran the Kappas in the doors and they're pretty nice if you run just the midrange but not the 2 ways or 3 ways. Just way too bright. I ran the Reference tweeters in the dash and they were pretty good but a little bright for my tastes. However, some of my friends loved them so it's personal preference. The Kappa tweeters will definately scream at you.
If I can offer some advice, unless you get a good package deal, you may want to try just the front set at first because more than likely you will change your mind on the rears. Now if you have passengers and you care about them lol, the rears aren't a bad idea. Most people into sound quality run just the fronts and no rears. I run the rears for a little "fill" but they're turned way down to where they're barely noticable.
05-26-2010, 12:33 AM
#23
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You will definately see in improvement in clarity with better speakers. I ran the Infinities for a year on the stock amp and they sounded great and a little louder.
However, after adding an amp, there was just as big of a difference in clarity and dynamics. People told me this would be the case but it made no sense to me and I didn't believe it. I was wrong.
I think you're on the right track with the reference speakers. I ran the Kappas in the doors and they're pretty nice if you run just the midrange but not the 2 ways or 3 ways. Just way too bright. I ran the Reference tweeters in the dash and they were pretty good but a little bright for my tastes. However, some of my friends loved them so it's personal preference. The Kappa tweeters will definately scream at you.
If I can offer some advice, unless you get a good package deal, you may want to try just the front set at first because more than likely you will change your mind on the rears. Now if you have passengers and you care about them lol, the rears aren't a bad idea. Most people into sound quality run just the fronts and no rears. I run the rears for a little "fill" but they're turned way down to where they're barely noticable.
However, after adding an amp, there was just as big of a difference in clarity and dynamics. People told me this would be the case but it made no sense to me and I didn't believe it. I was wrong.
I think you're on the right track with the reference speakers. I ran the Kappas in the doors and they're pretty nice if you run just the midrange but not the 2 ways or 3 ways. Just way too bright. I ran the Reference tweeters in the dash and they were pretty good but a little bright for my tastes. However, some of my friends loved them so it's personal preference. The Kappa tweeters will definately scream at you.
If I can offer some advice, unless you get a good package deal, you may want to try just the front set at first because more than likely you will change your mind on the rears. Now if you have passengers and you care about them lol, the rears aren't a bad idea. Most people into sound quality run just the fronts and no rears. I run the rears for a little "fill" but they're turned way down to where they're barely noticable.
The list goes:
08 Taffeta White EX-L w/Navi & Menox hand controls (i'm paraplegic)
-18in Civic SI HFP wheels on 235/40 Nitto Neo Gen's, 5000k HID's, 35% Tint, OEM wing spoiler, TSX Rear sway bar (too be installed)
-Memphis M-Class 15-MCS6 Components(f)
-Memphis M-Class 15-MC6202 Coaxial Speakers(r)
-Memphis M-Class 16-MC4.50 50x4 Amp
-Audio Control LC7 Processor
-Kicker C8 8in sub in rear deck
-Thunder250
This time with this car, I dont want to go nearly that far. I trade cars to much...lol. II just want something i can enjoy my Electronic/techno/trance with the windows down or enjoy Jazz or R&B while on the interstate during a road trip.
The question is will i get this from the plans i have listed in my previous post? One more thing, I've had Inf. Ref components in my S2000 I had in college and i LOVE highs...lol. I just want a clean balance of sound to help me enjoy every tone in my music collection.
Thanks in advance. I haven't even driven the car yet as it's getting hand controls installed inb the car from my accord. My mom had 06 TL so I knew what i was getting.
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05-30-2010, 08:49 PM
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Has anyone noticed vibration coming from there rear speakers or deck when playing the dealer supplied audio dvd while playing songs with a little deeper mid range and bass. Just bought a 2007 tl and noticed the rattling. On other music it dosen't sound like the speakers are blown. Any suggestions.
Thanks,
Rob
Thanks,
Rob
06-10-2010, 01:47 PM
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Has anyone noticed vibration coming from there rear speakers or deck when playing the dealer supplied audio dvd while playing songs with a little deeper mid range and bass. Just bought a 2007 tl and noticed the rattling. On other music it dosen't sound like the speakers are blown. Any suggestions.
Thanks,
Rob
Thanks,
Rob
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