Speaker upgrades?
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Speaker upgrades?
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anyone replace or otherwise upgrade the speakers or system on 2016 is350F? Not real impressed with the sound. Especially at lower levels. Any speaker upgrades help? Not looking at spending a ton on subs amn whole new system. Just minor stuff to help it out
that and any key spots to put sound deadening g?
thanks!
anyone replace or otherwise upgrade the speakers or system on 2016 is350F? Not real impressed with the sound. Especially at lower levels. Any speaker upgrades help? Not looking at spending a ton on subs amn whole new system. Just minor stuff to help it out
that and any key spots to put sound deadening g?
thanks!
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I think the only Lexus sound system I sat in that was good was the 2018-2019 RX. Even the new ES with mark levinson doesn't sound good. Sat in the RC, same story. IS is probably the worst. I added a subwoofer which is a huge improvement but I think I want to upgrade the speakers next.. not sure
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upgrading Speakers is always fun!
it all depends on what you want
Crystal clear sounds like for classical music
Super hard hitting bass
Just a small improvement to OEM where its lacking like Tweeters since you already got a sub
i am planning on upgrading when i can afford it, what i would suggest is get USED higher end stuff
i.e. buy a Sub at Best Buy or buy a used one thats cheaper and higher end
i always make sure nothing is blown on site before purchasing but there is usually ALWAYS someone getting rid of a System esp. in CA...speaker components to me isn't worth it to buy new unless its a Deck/Double Din or something like a HU since Audio equipment def. doesn't hold its value
it all depends on what you want
Crystal clear sounds like for classical music
Super hard hitting bass
Just a small improvement to OEM where its lacking like Tweeters since you already got a sub
i am planning on upgrading when i can afford it, what i would suggest is get USED higher end stuff
i.e. buy a Sub at Best Buy or buy a used one thats cheaper and higher end
i always make sure nothing is blown on site before purchasing but there is usually ALWAYS someone getting rid of a System esp. in CA...speaker components to me isn't worth it to buy new unless its a Deck/Double Din or something like a HU since Audio equipment def. doesn't hold its value
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ended up ordering some infinity reference fronts (dash)
not sure what im gonna do with the middle speaker yet (where do you get a single speaker...)
will prob do the doors next with matching infinity speakers
also got some sound deadening mats i will put in doors/trunk to quiet things down
not sure what im gonna do with the middle speaker yet (where do you get a single speaker...)
will prob do the doors next with matching infinity speakers
also got some sound deadening mats i will put in doors/trunk to quiet things down
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ended up ordering some infinity reference fronts (dash)
not sure what im gonna do with the middle speaker yet (where do you get a single speaker...)
will prob do the doors next with matching infinity speakers
also got some sound deadening mats i will put in doors/trunk to quiet things down
not sure what im gonna do with the middle speaker yet (where do you get a single speaker...)
will prob do the doors next with matching infinity speakers
also got some sound deadening mats i will put in doors/trunk to quiet things down
What infinity reference models did you use for the front? Did you have to do any modifications to either the speaker or have to trim around the speaker holes?
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dont recall the exact model # of the infinity reference, but they were 4" 2-way.
they needed some modification of the speaker holes-- a dremel would have been nice for this-- i used some tin snips to get it done though.
the tabs on the speakers needed modification (spread out a bit) and two of the tabs had to be bent out of the way.
overall, kinda a pain.
note that these window speakers seem to be fed tweeter only signal as the new speakers only played the highs thru them-- the main 4" cone didnt move at all---i was hoping to add a little mid by going with the 2-way, but got NONE
Ended up putting in 3.5" pioneer "horn" tweeters instead as there was only tweeter signal going there.
The pioneers are VERY bright--- almost too bright-- but am hoping the level out a bit with use
I may do the door speakers to try to level things out-so the experiment is not over yet.
again, i am no expert on car stereo. just some schmuck trying for better sound of of these "luxury cars" that should have come with it in the first place.
they needed some modification of the speaker holes-- a dremel would have been nice for this-- i used some tin snips to get it done though.
the tabs on the speakers needed modification (spread out a bit) and two of the tabs had to be bent out of the way.
overall, kinda a pain.
note that these window speakers seem to be fed tweeter only signal as the new speakers only played the highs thru them-- the main 4" cone didnt move at all---i was hoping to add a little mid by going with the 2-way, but got NONE
Ended up putting in 3.5" pioneer "horn" tweeters instead as there was only tweeter signal going there.
The pioneers are VERY bright--- almost too bright-- but am hoping the level out a bit with use
I may do the door speakers to try to level things out-so the experiment is not over yet.
again, i am no expert on car stereo. just some schmuck trying for better sound of of these "luxury cars" that should have come with it in the first place.
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i am a DIYer too and have used tin snips/aviator snips but you gotta wear thick gloves and take your time because if you trim too much...its way worse than cutting/snipping too little
FYI...for the time and effort of using Aviator snips or a Dremel, there is a Pre-Made option for the Front Door Speakers for our 3IS without cutting up door front for more common 6.5 Speakers:
now i gotta choose what Speakers i want throw in there
FYI...for the time and effort of using Aviator snips or a Dremel, there is a Pre-Made option for the Front Door Speakers for our 3IS without cutting up door front for more common 6.5 Speakers:
now i gotta choose what Speakers i want throw in there
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i am a DIYer too and have used tin snips/aviator snips but you gotta wear thick gloves and take your time because if you trim too much...its way worse than cutting/snipping too little
FYI...for the time and effort of using Aviator snips or a Dremel, there is a Pre-Made option for the Front Door Speakers for our 3IS without cutting up door front for more common 6.5 Speakers:
now i gotta choose what Speakers i want throw in there
FYI...for the time and effort of using Aviator snips or a Dremel, there is a Pre-Made option for the Front Door Speakers for our 3IS without cutting up door front for more common 6.5 Speakers:
now i gotta choose what Speakers i want throw in there
nevermind--found em..:
http://car-speaker-adapters.com/items.php?id=SAK132
Last edited by Cleatus; Mar 3, 2020 at 06:22 AM.
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