audio set-up for beginners [continued]

[jhnkvn]

Sir jhnkvn ano po ang masasabi nyo sa Alpine CDA-117E? Yun po kasi ang gusto kong bilhin na HU. Gusto ko po kasing gumanda yung boses e.

My current setup is:
Seps: Focal IS 165
Coaxial: Focal IC 165
Ampli: Sound Magus 160.4
Sub: Digital Designs 10"

c/o Mickey's Autosound

The CDA-117 is the successor of the famed CDA-9887. The only problem is the fact that you can't go 3-way full-active in the 117 as opposed to the 9887. To equal the 9887 in tuning features, you'll be needing the external H100 processor and that's like another 10 grand. However, many say that the onboard sound of the 117 is superior to that of the 9887 and many people would appreciate the much-needed USB function nowadays.

But as you're running a 2-way system, the 117 fits you perfectly as long as you have no plans in going the 3-way route (ex. Focal Access 165A3 / Focal Polyglass VR3)

However, the CDA-117 already has a successor as of 2013. It's the CDA-137EBT (Alpine Electronics of Australia). It's not that widely distributed yet as I believe the distributor opts to limit supply para maubos muna inventory ng 117. However, it might be a good idea to go to Perfect Circle and purchase there directly. Should be at the same price of the 117.. only newer.

P.S. Err, I'm not sure on how Mickey adviced you but rear-fills are generally a no-no for us. It's because it makes tuning a whole lot difficult (and your headunit/117 won't be able to properly "tune" it. You need more channels for that like an Alpine H800 processor). So as advice, sell the rear-fills or use them on another car.