base stereo vs the 700w Sony stereo
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base stereo vs the 700w Sony stereo
i know many are unhappy with the Sony 700w stereo, but is the base option solid? or is it so pathetic that a "not even very good" Sony 700w is a must?
i am not needing an after market masterpiece, however, i need a decent listening experience to be satisfied.
curious on yalls thoughts.
thanks.
i am not needing an after market masterpiece, however, i need a decent listening experience to be satisfied.
curious on yalls thoughts.
thanks.
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IMO, the base system seems worse than previous model years and the Sony system is excellent for the package price. I would have bought the Sony system if it wasn't for the sub on the rear floor. But the 6-CD premium system in my new truck is worse than my 97 base stereo. Therefore, I'm dropping about $2K for an audio install.
About the only thing I don't like about the Sony system is the limited bass which we normally like listening to at higher volumes, it just isn't there.
About the only thing I don't like about the Sony system is the limited bass which we normally like listening to at higher volumes, it just isn't there.
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I have the base system. I replaced my stock speakers with Infinity 8322 or whatever stock replacements. They sound good because they are 2 ohm and don't take much power to run.
The Sony sounds great for $500 bucks or whatever. I had a $3k custom system in my F250 and it was slightly better. Sony is a great value if you don't want to hassle with installing a system. The only thing i didn't like was the Sony sub taking up the rear floor. My seats are always up and my dogs live back there so I prefer a flat floor space.
The Sony sounds great for $500 bucks or whatever. I had a $3k custom system in my F250 and it was slightly better. Sony is a great value if you don't want to hassle with installing a system. The only thing i didn't like was the Sony sub taking up the rear floor. My seats are always up and my dogs live back there so I prefer a flat floor space.
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I'll be the odd one out and say that I actually don't mind the stock system. Then again, I've never had a premium sound system in any of my vehicles. But, to my ears, there is enough volume, bass and treble for my liking. Plus, I wouldn't want a subwoofer taking up that valuable floor space in the back either.
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I have to disagree in a huge way. The Sony upgrade is what? $435? What are you going to add to the stock system for under $435? A decent amp and sub/box will run you that easy and that's without a preamp controller. Add an amp for the doors and new door speakers and you're looking at close to a grand to do it right. To do it less than right you're better off with the Sony.