Quote Originally Posted by Fotonista View Post
I'm no Guru, but as far as my experience goes and from what I am reading on your post, I'd say you are leaning towards the SQ to LNC route. If you we're to ask me, I'd focus on building my front stage as clean and clear as possible. I'd scrap the 6X9's and amplified sub is a no-no. If you really want a "realistic experience" then go for separates (2 way or 3 way) and a sealed sub (if space is an issue). Get a 4ch AMP to power your front seps and bridge the two channels for your sub, then you are all set. No more rear speakers, if you still insist in having so, just get a small midrange as these will play only as a rear fill, nothing more. Reason behind this? When you watch a concert, or a live band playing at a bar, do you hear any sound coming from behind? Or listen to them facing the rear? I guess not... All the sound are coming from the stage which is your front, so why should it differ from your car? Your dashboard will be your stage, you and the rest of the passenger will be the audience. Beefing up on a properly installed, properly tuned separates will give you a "sound stage" that will mimic the real thing. No need to spend money on your rear speakers because more often it "defeats" the sound of your front speakers, leaving the impression of either it's coming form the back or your stage is in hte middle of your car.

For the specs, it always boils down to your working budget. Make sure you include the cost of materials such as wiring, deadening, box (and woodworks - optional) plus the labor of your installer (if not DIY). If you know some that has an audio setup, try to listen to them and ask the "traits" of their system so you'll be familiar with what's in the market vis-a-vis with what you want. Should you look for warm sounds, or are you a "bright" listener? Difference of cheap brands with the costly ones, etc.

And the last thing, go to a reputable installer, don't go to those who will drown you with gibberish talk and technicalities, trying to sell you their products and not providing you what you want. It always has to be your choice, not the available product that they have or the promo that they give. A good installer will just give you an option, but if what you want is not in his lineup, he should inform you that you get what you want and they will just install them for you. Avoid being an impulse buyer, your money (hard earned or not) should still be spent wisely. Don't do the same mistake as most of "us" did, we learned the "hard way".

just my 2 cent.
Good day!

Pardon me with the use of the word, Sir Fotonista. I'm not mocking you or anyone else here. I just have this attitude that looks up and have high respects to people who can provide knowledge to those who are in need of it. Believe me, your 2 cents are worth a hundred more to me. And I'm very grateful.

Anyways, maybe I wasn't clear with what I said about "wanted a more acoustic type of music (like they are playing right in front of me) inside the car" thingy. What I meant was I'd like to experience music like the artists are playing right inside the car. Crystal clear and instruments defined even at low volume. By the way, I listen to any kind of music as long as I'm satisfied with it (eg. hard/slow rock, heavy metal, rap, alternative...etc.). Depends really on my mood, if I'm really late for work, I want my music to be fast and thumpin' (SQL type) and when I'm just going out and having a fun drive, I want it slow so I can sing with it (SQ type). Hehehe.

Oh, I looked at my front Pioneer speakers yesterday and searched the net. It looks like the one on the left.
Pioneer TS-A1365 (tsa1365) 5-1/4" Speakers - Sonic Electronix
I know these are not seps but having a tight budget, I'm gonna use these for the mean time. So, what do you suggest I will do for now Sir Fotonista? Do I still have to put 6 x 9's at the back seat or scrap the idea? What could be the best alternative? Amps? Subs?

It's a wild idea but here goes. What if I will put the working front speakers at the back and just get the seps you were suggesting, placed in front and have everything rewired? Problem is, I don't know if the front speakers will cover the hole at the back. Then again, considering what you told me, it's not a bad idea though, huh?

Hoping for the soonest response from you guys again. It's getting me excited! Hehehe. =)