UltraSilverSS

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I'm looking to spend $350 max for my doors and rears. As of now I'm leaning towards the Image Dynamics CTX line because there is a local dealer. Others that I like are the Morel Maximo and the Helix Esprit lines. They will be powered by A Memphis MClass 4 channel amp. Any suggestions or opinions on the choices mentioned or any others?

EmperorJJ1

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Hertz energy

GfSwindle06

Funny I was actually going to mention hertz myself. I still want to audition a set of hertz comps. A shop here local to me carries them and they had a set of hi energy on display but all they had hooked up to them was h/u power with a crappy fm signal that was more static than anything else. Their sound board was a joke. So I walked out after they quoted me $1.30 a foot for 8 guage. Knukonceptz ftw on that one.

Sorry for the thread hijack, just remember most audio systems are 90% install and 10% equipment. Even the cheapest of cheap can be made to sound good and the better stuff even better if the right steps are taken to make the most of them.

As an example take a look at my ongoing thread. The equipment might not be cheap but I am taking my time with it and trying to do the best I can as cheaply as possible. Just small things like sealing up doors and things make a large difference imho. Sealing up my doors was by far the best thing I have done, my stock front speakers now have almost the same punch as the rear 6x9's. So install is very important.

Back on topic though, listen to all you can and as many options as possible. I haven't had the opportunity to listen to a whole lot since the shops around me don't offer much variety. The hertz brand though like JJ mentioned get nothing but great reviews from what I have seen. If someone wanted to buy my CDT's that would be my next choice based solely on what I have read.

EmperorJJ1

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lol did u notice i'm utilizing both CDT and hertz in my install? They are both good but at the same time very different

UltraSilverSS

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Is there much of a difference between the DCX and the ESK from Hertz? If I go Hertz it would be ESK components in the front and DCX 6X9s. For the install I'm running all OFC wiring, Memphis MClass amps and an RE Audio SE-X in a 1.8 cu. box tuned to 38hz

GfSwindle06

I haven't looked at your install yet jj but I did glance through your gallery last night. You do some awesome work though. My next task eventually is to start learning to fiberglass.

I'm not too sure if the difference first hand myself, maybe emperorjj can chime in on that one. Personally I think you got a good start on creating a great system. I don't do rear fill however since I almost never carry passengers. I am going to use my rear speakers for dedicated midbass speakers. I listen to mostly rock and metal though so they help in that department.

EmperorJJ1

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Huge difference. The energy is way better then the deici line.

also watch out as there are several fakes running around online. IDK if its as much of a problem with the energy and dieci lines but still beware

UltraSilverSS

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I'll be shopping from WoofersETC online.

EmperorJJ1

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mmm idk to be honest.

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ROB517

How do the ctx's sound in person there's no dealer near me that I know of with them. I've been looking for some time and hertz sounds pretty awesome but there hi energy is like twice if not three times the amount. I don't remember what hertz entry level is called but I wasn't impressed with it.

I'm kind of stuck between the ID ctx and RF t1675, myself.

UltraSilverSS

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They sound good on the wall but I'm sure they will sound different in the car. I have heard nothing but good things about them

EmperorJJ1

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ya i agree with that regarding the hertz dieci. some dealers swore by them but we wouldnt sell them at the shop. just energy and hi energy really

ROB517

Silverss what set did you end up picking?

UltraSilverSS

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I haven't I'm getting my Financial Aid Pell Grant refund next week. I'm leaning towards the Image Dynamics because I'm going to get dealer pricing cause I know a guy that knows a guy I will update. BTW the IDs sound better than the Infinity Kappas I had in my J Body. Kappas are harsh on the ears once they get louder

UltraSilverSS

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The local dealer is no longer selling Image Dynamics products. They dropped ID in favor of Digital Designs. So I went a different route.

WoofersEtc.com - 15-MCC6A - Memphis 6.5" MClass Component Speakers

WoofersEtc.com - 15-MC692 - Memphis MClass 6" x 9" Coaxial Speakers

^^^^^^I got a good price for those

ROB517

Different it is, the comps look like they should have some good mid bass. Did you install them yet?

tru2nrtt777

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I would have suggested AB to be honest. A buddy of mine did all AB in his Excursion and his mids and highs are stupidly clear and loud.

UltraSilverSS

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Not yet I'm ordering my sound dampening material Thursday

UltraSilverSS

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Audiobahn?

ROB517

I know you said you got a good deal on them but if you didn't order your front comps yet. I would look into something else if your looking for sq. maybe like

WoofersEtc.com - HSK 165 - Hertz 6.5" 2-Way Hi-Energy Component System
Or
WoofersEtc.com - CXS62 V2 - Image Dynamics 6.5" + FREE ARC FD2100 Amp Combo

But that's me and I only say that because I've never heard the ones your looking at.

UltraSilverSS

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^^^ I got them and stayed $10 below budget. They're top of the line Memphis so I thought I'd give them a shot

ROB517

Can't go wrong with that

EmperorJJ1

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watch the SMD forum for a second skin labor day discount

xxenjoi11

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that second skin was the best thing you ever recommended to me Emp

UltraSilverSS

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I might have to wait on ordering then. How much would 8sq. ft run?