JL Sub help in C350
10-04-2010, 03:26 AM
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JL Sub help in C350
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So I am getting some subs in my c350 this week, but stuck between a few choices. I can get 2 12w3v3 with a HD 750 jl amp for around $1300. SQ is important but I want to make sure I can get it loud when I want.
But I do want to make sure I get excellent sound quality to go with my Harmon Kardon system (may upgrade in future but good for now). My trunk is very sealed so the options are to remove factory sub and open up ski port to make the bass go through to the cabin.
What would you recommend? Staying with the 2 w3v3 or upgrading to a single 12 w7 with the HD 750 amp? (mayy get the 1000pdx amp if it'll be necessary) If I spent that money is it going to be a big improvement or not worth the extra $$.
I was also entertaining 2 10w6v2s. If anyone has done subs in their c class can you let me know if one sub will be enough or do I really need to power up and spend the cash to get the higher end system.
Thanks and appreciate your help.
So I am getting some subs in my c350 this week, but stuck between a few choices. I can get 2 12w3v3 with a HD 750 jl amp for around $1300. SQ is important but I want to make sure I can get it loud when I want.
But I do want to make sure I get excellent sound quality to go with my Harmon Kardon system (may upgrade in future but good for now). My trunk is very sealed so the options are to remove factory sub and open up ski port to make the bass go through to the cabin.
What would you recommend? Staying with the 2 w3v3 or upgrading to a single 12 w7 with the HD 750 amp? (mayy get the 1000pdx amp if it'll be necessary) If I spent that money is it going to be a big improvement or not worth the extra $$.
I was also entertaining 2 10w6v2s. If anyone has done subs in their c class can you let me know if one sub will be enough or do I really need to power up and spend the cash to get the higher end system.
Thanks and appreciate your help.
10-04-2010, 12:11 PM
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You must do what floats your boat. Just stay with JL Audio. Remember - smaller is tighter.
10-04-2010, 01:08 PM
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I had an Image Dynamics IDMAX 12" a while back. Great balance between SQ and SPL (it can go both ways). I'd go w/ one of those again. Also dont require much space.
10-04-2010, 06:17 PM
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Check your trunk again. It may not be as well sealed as you thing. When I looked at my trunk, I noticed most of the area towards the seat backs had a form of insulation but I could see light through the perforations.
I have been planning for 3 years and keep getting sidetracked. I just finished my install in my new FJ Cruiser (my toy), and now my wife keeps saying how much the Mercedes system sounds like crap. She said "whatever you did on the truck- do on the car". I guess that the approval I wanted.
Good luck with your install.
I would go with the 2 12W3v3 subs and the new JL XD 600/1 amp. Sound quality is incredible, size is small, and the price is about half the HD.
I like Image Dynamics too, but I like JL amps better.
I have been planning for 3 years and keep getting sidetracked. I just finished my install in my new FJ Cruiser (my toy), and now my wife keeps saying how much the Mercedes system sounds like crap. She said "whatever you did on the truck- do on the car". I guess that the approval I wanted.
Good luck with your install.
I would go with the 2 12W3v3 subs and the new JL XD 600/1 amp. Sound quality is incredible, size is small, and the price is about half the HD.
I like Image Dynamics too, but I like JL amps better.
10-04-2010, 09:54 PM
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I will let you know what I decide I saw another link that I will post here that is helping me with my decision. Also, the place I am getting an install done in, has 3 series bmw getting a 10w7 with 750HD amp that I can listen too before making my decision.
If anyone has tried the w3v3 and a w6v2, is there a big difference in sound quality in a trunk of a car, rather than being in the cabin like an SUV? Or is it negligible.
W3v3 CLS amg setup:
https://mbworld.org/forums/cls55-amg...-headunit.html
If anyone has tried the w3v3 and a w6v2, is there a big difference in sound quality in a trunk of a car, rather than being in the cabin like an SUV? Or is it negligible.
W3v3 CLS amg setup:
https://mbworld.org/forums/cls55-amg...-headunit.html
