I have the stock sound system with Nav was wondering if it is worth it to put better speakers in the stock locations. Thanks for your input.

 

I have the stock system as well. I, along with several other people on the board have replaced the stock speakers with aftermarket and heard somewhat of a difference in sound quality. I used the Polk Audio latest 4" and 3". It wasn't much of an investment, around $200, and was worth it to me.

 

Flying Low, who did your install? Or did I ask you that already?

 

Your biggest bang for the buck will be adding a 4-500 watt sub and 2 8-10" woofers.

Nothing is like a full replacement of everything.

 

I totally agree with ari on this one. I guess maybe I didn't want to make that many changes to it? Circuit City in Fashion Island, Newport Beach did the install. They did a great job.

 

I too am thinking about replacing the speakers and adding a sub.. rather spend the money on go fast goodies. : )

 

I changed my speakers a year back...........they are an improvement. But be aware that your stock head unit may not have the power to drive upgraded speakers to thier full capacity. Also, without a sub-woofer if you crank up the sound you'll get more noticeable distortion in the lower frequencies.

Personally, I think a small sub-woofer (is there such a thing?) AND a small amplifier would be a help.

Or, a replacment head unit that would accept an iPod integration and pump out some more useful power might be a better choice.

 

so this may be a retarded Q but - how do you have access to all the controls that are now available through my navigation screen? setting, etc.

 

I modded my sound system in two stages; First stage I installed the FVD export exhaust system. Now that's its too loud to listen to the sound system, I'm planning on removing the radio and all the speakers.

 

I'm with you. Ever since I got the CarGraphic "loud" I hardly listen to the audio system.

 

See my sig....iPOD is nice....stock speakers with the Pioneer sounds good enough to me to be happy....TJW exhaust mod is not intrusive, but louder than OEM, so I often raise the volume. The Pioneer head has plenty of power for me.

Good luck.

JB

 

Get a custom box made and add subs and an AMP. I'm not sure if replacing the speakers is cost effective.

This company sells pre-made enclosures, but I think you're better off finding someone local to make it and install it.
http://www.caraudioinnovations.com/porsche996sub.htm

 

If you are into the sound...fully agree with the above. Me, I am into just getting the iPOD to work. And, my PCM died on me. Do you have any idea how much the dealer wanted just for the computer part....2300.....so I went Pioneer.

Nothing more complex than that.

 

Why would you want to add a sub but not upgrade the speakers up front. The speaker package in these cars suck and adding a sub but not replacing the rest makes no sense to me. Adding a 4-500 watt amp and subs will outperform the factory speaker setup, defeats the purpose IMO

Christian