sound system advice?

Ok i don thave a lot of knowledge on audio sound systems so work with me. i am slowly getting things for my sound system. all i have is two 12" pioneer subs which are 800 watts each and i have a sub box to put it in.what else do i need for my system you know like how big should my amp be etc also i wanted to put neon lights into the box without using the 12v adapter. i wanted to hook the wire up to my trunk light so when i open my trunk that light turns on my neon lights. so far all i kno is i have to solder it what else do i need to do please help.

What is your budget??

depending how much you want to spend, and how much bass (spl or sq) you want there are alot of different set ups you can do...
having said that i agree with azn, what is your buget and is the box you have ported/sealed/bandpass?

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93' Cutlass

Well...we still can't even help you because all you said is that you have a pioneer amp...what model do you have???

Sorry but you must be specific...its like asking for help with engine troubles and telling something that you have a car...a red car...lol

somebody please help

Any entry level wiring kit would be fine for that amplifier. At least an 8 gauge wire, 14 or 12 for the output...

That amp will be fine for those woofers, if maybe a little bit too much. You should be OK.

You can not run neon off 12 volts directly, you MUST use the adapter. The simplest way to have them come on with the trunk light, is remove the trunk light, and wire the terminals of the trunk light to the neon power supply. re-install the light without the lamp in place, and you're set as far as that goes.

I truly appreciate the fact that you really want to do this yourself, and I applaud your efforts so far. Seriously, though? Please consider taking your car to a shop that would be willing to let you look over the installer's shoulder as he installs your stuff... It is fairly easy, and you probably COULD do it, but for a first time system, please, for your safety and the safety of your car, please take it to a shop. Did I say please? Installing an amp should cost no more than $50.00 or so, and the install of the neon power supply should cost about the same. That is very inexpensive insurance, compared to what your REAL insurance premium would do, were you to burn your car to the ground... (and I've seen it happen...)

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It all reminds me of something that Molière once said to Guy de Maupassant at a café in Vienna: "That's nice. You should write it down."

do most peoeple let you look over their shoulder and wtch i didnt think any one would let you

bu tok ill take it to somebody because i def. wouldnt want to ruin my car, can you show me a specific wire i can get just so i kno like pricing and know what kind of money to brin gwhen i get it

Any 800 to 1000 watt wiring kit, available at BestBuy or Circuit City would do you just fine. They should be in the 30 to 40 dollar range.

As far as an installer allowing you to watch? The big box stores for sure wouldn't, but many "mom-n-pop" shops might let you hang out in the install bay, I'd call and ask before you make your appointment.

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It all reminds me of something that Molière once said to Guy de Maupassant at a café in Vienna: "That's nice. You should write it down."

Any head unit will work with the subwoofers... Personally, I'd steer a bit clear of the Jensen stuff... For 400 dollars, you could get into an Eclipse and have FAR better sound quality, as well as way better reliability.

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It all reminds me of something that Molière once said to Guy de Maupassant at a café in Vienna: "That's nice. You should write it down."

really thanks how much do they go for? and with that wire kit do i really need a capitator or is it not really needed?

I wouldn't use the cap. It really is not needed and can actually have negative effects on the electrical system.

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There are 3 kinds of people in the world, those who can count and those who can't

Eclipse Head Units vary in price. Make sure you purchase from an authorized dealer! You could find the model you like from crutchfield or sounddomain and look at the reviews to see what others thought, but it would be better if you purchased them from a brick and mortar store so you have a face to talk to, plus eclipse will replace your Hu if stolen out of your vehicle for a year if installed by an authorized dealer.

I guess the kit you are buying at Wal-Mart and it comes with a half farad cap...don't use it

alright thanks the kit is at walkmart should i still get the kit and just ignore the cap or just in general stay away from the kit?

alright thanks the kit is at walkmart should i still get the kit and just ignore the cap or just in general stay away from the kit?

nah ...steer clear of that walmart kit and pick up a amp kit from best buy, circuit city, audio express, somewhere along those lines. the walmart kits (to make a long story short) aren't worth the money, and caps are useless. spend the extra money, you'll be more than satisfied you did, and you'' get superior products.
Good Luck

sS

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RTFM

hahaha thanks good thing i looked at this post before i almost bought it lol

Well the kit is alright...besides the cap...it is 4 gauge and Scosche has some good wire...I'd buy it but not use the cap

do you recommend any certain kit?

I always recommend kits from here....I bought the 4 gauge Kolossus kit...it is a really excellent kit for 47 bucks (that is including shipping and handling) and only took 2 days to ship

click here...this is soooo cool

thanks bro i think im goin to get the rockford kit at best buy

Ahh...those Rockford kits at Best Buy are overpriced and your only paying for the name...but go ahead