6.5 component sets

Hey, Nodestiny I see you run a ZX4000 amp.  I was thinking about ZX8000 (5 channel) to run the whole system.  Have you had any experience with that amp?  Would the Sub channel 300 watt bridged at 2 ohms give me enough or will I think it rocks for 1 month then crave more power and have to get a BX500 or 1000D?  I want to get a 12" sub 300-400 range good SQ and SPL (balance between both if there is such thing)?  Any recommendations?

Diamond has second to none customer service, if something goes wrong they take care of it. Also a three year warrenty on speakers which very few other companys can match. I am not familiar with the M651 set you were considering but I just installed their next step up Hex series and it sounds great. As long as it sounds good to you though you made the right choice, reguardless of any other factor.2003 Chevrolet Silverado Standard Cab ~ Alpine CDA-9851

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there are a few 6.5 componets at www.ikesound.com check it out there is some in your price range1974 ford pinto 4 15" punch Z power punch bd 1001 pioneer DEH-6700

The CDT set mentioned above would be a good bet (they also have a set for $150). Focal are also really nice, and I have heard great things about rainbow, but I have never heard them in action.

I have not been able to audition the Diamond audio equipment (dealer a ways away, but im short on time to even eat lunch anymore). BUT i can say that i use the Oz 180cs, which has one of the highest, if not the highest, ranking is IASCA compitition (to date, the flattest response drivers in Iasca, AKA the perfect score, anyways). They have very strict quality control at Oz, and my speakers rock. For 1/3 the price, the Atlas series, with minor EQing most decks can do, you could have an IASCA worthy setup. As for the amp, i would recommend something larger if you want some SPL. 300watts RMS into a subwoofer isnt enough for most people, but it depends on the subwoofer and enclosure setup. Average, 1000 watts would be a good way to go for SQL setups.04 dodge neon SXT

(2) Oz Audio Matrix Elite 12"s sealed in 4 cube fiberglass enclosure, powered by HiFonics BX1605D

Oz Audio Matrix 180cs 6.5" component set power by HiFonics ZX4000