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Audio Upgrade

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by greynolds2012, May 25, 2015.

  1. May 25, 2015 at 9:29 AM
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    I really love my 12 Tundra CM but the factory audio system that they put in these trucks are a freaking Joke!!!! I am looking for any advice from anyone on a decent audio system that I can install myself without Breaking the Bank. Thanks Greg
     
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  2. May 25, 2015 at 9:34 AM
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    Many guys have some great setups going on. Check out @TruckyTruck and I believe @Mike has something too?
     
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    What is your budget? What are your wants and needs?

    On mine I did a total rebuild. Rewiring doors everything. For mine I have about 2400 alot has do with I use pro speakers in the doors and a class A amp.

    Mine is over board my inputs are only turned up 1/4 on and sub and 1/3 on mids and highs. It will make your ears ring.

    Like I said its on what your budget is.
     
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  4. May 26, 2015 at 7:26 AM
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    My budget is not much at all. I used to have a Tacoma and I replaced the factory setup with MB Quarts everything front and back. I think that is what I am leaning towards because they were very nice
     
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    Replacing the speakers will be just fine. MB quarts good speakers nothing wrong with them. Your ohms should be in check with the factory head unit/amp shouldnt have problems there.

    I will agree the factory units in these trucks are so less desirable. They all put the cheapest thing they can in them anymore that goes for all companies.
     
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  6. May 26, 2015 at 8:37 AM
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    Love MB Quarts. That's what I've used in previous vehicles. I plan on eventually replacing the stock mids & highs w/ MB Quarts and add a JL Audio 8" sub...eventually.
     
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    I would love to add a sub but really don't have a clue where to start on adding a sub
     
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  8. May 26, 2015 at 3:17 PM
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    three choices.

    one: replace the radio that has amp out for sub.

    two: use a line level that converts from speaker power to pre amp level. (dont waste your money on them IMO the amp can do a better job see below)

    Three: Buy a amp that has line level built in and save alot of time and headache. ( alpine does on most , and i believe kenwood does do for sure).

    http://alpine-usa.com/product/view/mrv-m500/ has line level inputs.

    I have this amp in my set up for my 2, 8 inch subs. http://alpine-usa.com/product/view/mrx-m110/ power house and over kill.


    need any help let me know.

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    $266 American Sound Connection Compatible with Toyota Tundra 07-12 Double Cab Truck Dual 10" Kicker C10 Subwoofer Sub Box Enclosure 600 Watts Peak
    http://www.amazon.com/Package-Toyota-Tundra-Subwoofer-Enclosure/dp/B00KJ10EVK/ref=pd_sxp_grid_pt_0_2

    something like this.
     
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  9. May 29, 2015 at 12:25 PM
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    Or you could follow what I just did to install a sub. Already had an old sub and amp.
     
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