Needing 3 way suggestions.

Post by **mr tibbs** » Sun Oct 12, 2008 4:39 pm

Well, now that I am driving the FJ instead of the car I think I might try something different in there. The amp is going to stay (Onyx 200.4), and the back two channels are still going to be going to the sub. So, what I'm looking for is a 3 way set up to be run off of the front two channels of the 200.4. Another amp is out of the question so I'm looking for a passive system. The FJ is dying to be set up with a 3 way system with some 8's in the doors. Anyone know of a 3 way system that is passive and uses 8's for the midbass, and is under $200??

Post by **fuzzysnuggleduck** » Sun Oct 12, 2008 4:46 pm

While I don't monitor products and markets closely, I get a feeling that a $200 budget for a 8-?-1 component set might not cut it. You could however, build your self a custom setup using woofers from partsexpress, but the xover would be quite challenging I would think.

I'm sure someone else has much better advice.

LeggoMyEggo · Post by **LeggoMyEggo** » Sun Oct 12, 2008 4:49 pm

Try to find a set of JL 3 way xovers (I don't recall the model name) and then build your drivers using Kicker Resolution series separates.

Post by **mr tibbs** » Sun Oct 12, 2008 5:01 pm

fuzzysnuggleduck wrote:While I don't monitor products and markets closely, I get a feeling that a $200 budget for a 8-?-1 component set might not cut it. You could however, build your self a custom setup using woofers from partsexpress, but the xover would be quite challenging I would think.

I'm sure someone else has much better advice.

That's what I was originally thinking using Dayton Audio drivers from parts express, but the x-over is going to be the killer there. I see Hertz has a set exactly like I am looking for, but for like $600.

Post by **stipud** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 5:57 am

Hmm... maybe you can get something like a PG XVR, then add midbass drivers to your existing components.

Post by **Bfowler** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 7:54 am

mr tibbs wrote: Needing 3 way suggestions.

well then 2 girls 1 guy is the ONLY way to go. all other male/donkey combo's should be avoided.

bretti_kivi · Post by **bretti_kivi** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 8:39 am

^^ so, the weekend was like *that*, huh?

DLS have the C36 set, they might be cheap enough......

Bret

Post by **mr tibbs** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 11:02 am

bretti_kivi wrote:^^ so, the weekend was like *that*, huh?

DLS have the C36 set, they might be cheap enough......

Bret

6.5" mid bass, I'm looking for 8" or maybe a strong 7" (don't even for there fowler!)

Post by **Bfowler** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 12:11 pm

teeheehee.... i bet you need 8" (how could i NOT go there!!!!! ok ok...i'm done, i promise)

Post by **mr tibbs** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 12:12 pm

Here is what I would like to do:

Mid bass: Dayton reference 8"

Mid range: Dayton reference 4"

Tweets: Dayton Neo tweets

And maybe some passives x-overs like these
So, what do you guys think of that set up?

Thumper88 · Post by **Thumper88** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 12:14 pm

I'm thinkin 4-way...what are your suggestions?

scorpio86 · Post by **scorpio86** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 12:15 pm

can you use any of the pg crossovers like the mx3/mx3i or mx2?? a question not a suggestion.. lol

Post by **mr tibbs** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 12:31 pm

scorpio86 wrote:can you use any of the pg crossovers like the mx3/mx3i or mx2?? a question not a suggestion.. lol

I believe those are active x-overs, I need passive because I only have two channels of amplification available. I would love to active (like in my car), but I can only put one amp in this vehicle. If it takes more than that it's too much effort for me to play with.

Post by **mr tibbs** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 12:41 pm

stipud wrote:Hmm... maybe you can get something like a PG XVR, then add midbass drivers to your existing components.

That might work! Do you think I could hook up the 8" mid bass to the sub output of the XVR??

Post by **Bfowler** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 1:35 pm

^yes sir, thats exactly what hes getting at.

im just trying to figure out if you would still get stereo sound from your midbass with that setup

Post by **mr tibbs** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 1:47 pm

Bfowler wrote:^yes sir, thats exactly what hes getting at.

im just trying to figure out if you would still get stereo sound from your midbass with that setup

That just occurred to me as well.

It might just be easier to get a 3 way x-over.

Post by **Rold Gold** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 1:51 pm

http://cgi.ebay.com/1-PAIR-3-WAY-PASSIV ... 286.c0.m14

NOT A BAD OPTION FOR $30...............

Post by **mr tibbs** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 2:03 pm

FuzzyHoNutz wrote:http://cgi.ebay.com/1-PAIR-3-WAY-PASSIV ... 286.c0.m14

NOT A BAD OPTION FOR $30...............

Yep, I saw them already. If I decide to go this route those just might be the ticket.

Post by **Rold Gold** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 2:04 pm

I figured you had.......

I'm just sticking to yer "Budget-Ballin" system.........

Post by **mr tibbs** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 2:09 pm

FuzzyHoNutz wrote:I figured you had.......

I'm just sticking to yer "Budget-Ballin" system.........

Yep, that's pretty much what we're going for here. I still have a bunch of stuff stashed for the install in my next vehicle, but in the mean time me and the wifey have switched vehicles and I now realize that the FJ needs some attention. It's always something!!!

Post by **Rold Gold** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 2:12 pm

Maybe it's just you.......

I can't drive anything without finding somethin that's in need of "fixin"....

Thumper88 · Post by **Thumper88** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 4:58 pm

Why not make your own passives?

Post by **VW337** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 5:19 pm

Reading the title only.........

have you looked into twins?

Post by **Rold Gold** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 5:23 pm

Uuuuuuuuummmmmmmmmmmmm...........

Thumper88 · Post by **Thumper88** » Mon Oct 13, 2008 5:46 pm

I love this thread.

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