Audio Setup Question
08-28-2005, 03:50 PM
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Audio Setup Question
Hey guys I got a 97 4 door Accord and have the following audio equipment getting installed (when i get the money):
Alpine DVA-9860 DVD
Gathers In-Dash Screen
Eclipse 8362 Components - Front
Eclipse 8122 12" DVC - x2 Subs
Eclipse 6213 - 2 Channel 1000watt Amp (for subs)
Eclipse 33230 - 2 channel 130watt Amp (for speakers)
Any ideas on what kinda wiring grade i need for this install and how much of it? Also anyone in the DC area know of a reputable shop that will install this setup for a decent price? I got quoted $1300 from Excessive Audio in Rockville because i also needed them to build a custom box for the subs as well. Any suggestions would be helpful.
Alpine DVA-9860 DVD
Gathers In-Dash Screen
Eclipse 8362 Components - Front
Eclipse 8122 12" DVC - x2 Subs
Eclipse 6213 - 2 Channel 1000watt Amp (for subs)
Eclipse 33230 - 2 channel 130watt Amp (for speakers)
Any ideas on what kinda wiring grade i need for this install and how much of it? Also anyone in the DC area know of a reputable shop that will install this setup for a decent price? I got quoted $1300 from Excessive Audio in Rockville because i also needed them to build a custom box for the subs as well. Any suggestions would be helpful.
08-28-2005, 04:05 PM
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If you're getting it installed for you, they'll use the correct stuff, but if you decide to do it yourself 4 gauge would be fine. The length depends on the length of your car and where the amps are going.
Nice gear BTW.
Nice gear BTW.
08-28-2005, 04:10 PM
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Oh, and as far as patch cables go, the sky is the limit. (cost wise)
I suggest getting just the right length you need because that stuff gets pricey. Especially the RCA's.
I suggest getting just the right length you need because that stuff gets pricey. Especially the RCA's.
08-28-2005, 07:43 PM
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i use the ixos for my rca's and i think they are worth the cost of them. the high end monster cables are good, the jl's are good the rockfords are so so.
for your power i would go with 2awg so you have overhead if you are pushing over 1000w since you'll be running a distro for the amps. running 4awg to your 6213 and 8 awg for your 3323.
if you give the rms of each of the amps it would be easier to figure out what size wire you'll need.
for your power i would go with 2awg so you have overhead if you are pushing over 1000w since you'll be running a distro for the amps. running 4awg to your 6213 and 8 awg for your 3323.
if you give the rms of each of the amps it would be easier to figure out what size wire you'll need.