Baleno Player features

navin · 20th March 2007, 15:52

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Originally Posted by filcord

Guys, some suggestions please. And don't get too excited. My budget is around 5K as stated earlier!

At 2.5K/pair I'd consider Blau's GT series and JBL CS series dont know how Pio compares at this price range but the Red Sony Xplods should be approaced with caution.

shuvc · 21st March 2007, 03:11

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Originally Posted by navin

I think the Baleno can accomodate 6" in the front and rear.

The rears are 6". The OEM fronts are probably smaller by the look of it - whatever can be seen through the slats. I haven't had the door panel opened to investigate.

@filcord, I'll be keenly observing your upgrade info - I would have almost exactly your specifications if and when I upgrade

filcord · 25th March 2007, 11:44

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Originally Posted by navin

At 2.5K/pair I'd consider Blau's GT series and JBL CS series dont know how Pio compares at this price range but the Red Sony Xplods should be approaced with caution.

I was thinking of replacing the rear speakers with a 6" co-axial JBL. Something with good bass and clear highs. I listen to jazz and Western classical. Would I get by with this or should I also replace the fronts? Again anything that needs no cutting or extra amplification or wiring.
I'm suspicious of Pioneer only because of the fakes floating in the market, hence JBL, as I think these are not yet being ripped off. Also they are specialist speaker makers.
And while at this could Sam pm me some authorised dealers in Goa?

kpzen · 25th March 2007, 11:58

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Originally Posted by navin

I think the Baleno can accomodate 6" in the front and rear. Why not listen to a few good brands.

Yes I'm having 6.5" JBL 606ce components in front but it requires little padding for perfect fitting....5.5" 506cce is a direct fit for Baleno...

hari_rama · 29th March 2007, 00:48

sorry for small hijacking...

does anybody have any pic of front door installs of baleno for 6.5" components???asking because me too having jbl 607ce on front for my baleno n the front woofer gives more vibrations thn music....at times it sounds good...at times gets u mad

sys_whiz · 29th March 2007, 00:55

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Originally Posted by navin

I think the Baleno can accomodate 6" in the front and rear. Why not listen to a few good brands.

BTW is there a budget. We here at ICE get really exicited when there is NO budget.

I have installed 6.5 comp in the front and modified the back to accomodate 6X9 oval in my baleno.

sys_whiz · 29th March 2007, 01:04

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Originally Posted by hari_rama

sorry for small hijacking...

does anybody have any pic of front door installs of baleno for 6.5" components???asking because me too having jbl 607ce on front for my baleno n the front woofer gives more vibrations thn music....at times it sounds good...at times gets u mad

Yeh I captured some pics on the mobile cam during the install. Will post shortly.

filcord · 30th March 2007, 16:08

Does the JBL GTO637 6-1/2" (160mm) 3-Way Loudspeaker fit in the rear of the Baleno, without cutting of the board? How do I measure the physical dimensions required, can I measure the dia of the hole already there in the rear shelf? Please help.... inputs needed!

shrivz · 30th March 2007, 18:10

@ filcord:
Yes the GTO637 is a direct fit on the board. No cutting required whatsoever.. Just plug and play..

shuvc · 30th March 2007, 18:19

How competitive is the rediff price for the GTO637 - Rs.3950 ?

Shop Online; Gift in India: ,* JBL 6-1/2 Inch (160mm) 3-Way Loudspeaker - GTO637,* Car Audio Buy mobile phones, Gift Flowers, Buy Indian Apparel, Buy Books in India, Buy Cameras

angelfire · 31st March 2007, 09:02

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Originally Posted by shuvc

How competitive is the rediff price for the GTO637 - Rs.3950 ?

Shop Online; Gift in India: ,* JBL 6-1/2 Inch (160mm) 3-Way Loudspeaker - GTO637,* Car Audio Buy mobile phones, Gift Flowers, Buy Indian Apparel, Buy Books in India, Buy Cameras

Guess thats the MRP....it includes the delivery charges too.Thats if you shop online in rediff......But if you happen to visit a JBL dealer..You can try to get a good discount...Nd am sure you`l know how to do it....

filcord · 7th April 2007, 14:58

Hi guys
I have just installed the JBL GTO637 3-way coaxials in place of the stock Kenwood rear speakers (Thanks angelfire for the help)
Installation was done quickly, and they fit in the same holes pre-cut in the shelf. So far they sound brilliant, a big difference from the regular speakers. Am now planning to replace the front ones too, may be with JBL 5 1/2 inch 2-way co-ax. Shuvc, I recommend this up-grade.
One question I have, how do I check if the polarity has been correctly observed in the connections?

navin · 9th April 2007, 09:43

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Originally Posted by filcord

One question I have, how do I check if the polarity has been correctly observed in the connections?

bass response. opposite polarity will give you a significnat drop in the bass.

navdeep · 9th April 2007, 09:53

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Originally Posted by navin

bass response. opposite polarity will give you a significnat drop in the bass.

the guru is right.

I committed the same mistake. Rectified it. Bass was back.
If polarity is opposite .. there will be almost no bass.

shuvc · 9th April 2007, 13:27

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Originally Posted by filcord

Am now planning to replace the front ones too, may be with JBL 5 1/2 inch 2-way co-ax. Shuvc, I recommend this up-grade.

Just when I was getting out of the upgrade mode. How much did they cost you ?

29th March 2007, 00:48	#20
hari_rama BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Trichur Posts: 270 Thanked: 16 Times View My Garage	sorry for small hijacking... does anybody have any pic of front door installs of baleno for 6.5" components???asking because me too having jbl 607ce on front for my baleno n the front woofer gives more vibrations thn music....at times it sounds good...at times gets u mad
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30th March 2007, 16:08	#23
filcord BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: goa Posts: 996 Thanked: 67 Times	Does the JBL GTO637 6-1/2" (160mm) 3-Way Loudspeaker fit in the rear of the Baleno, without cutting of the board? How do I measure the physical dimensions required, can I measure the dia of the hole already there in the rear shelf? Please help.... inputs needed! Last edited by filcord : 30th March 2007 at 16:09. Reason: remove bold text
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30th March 2007, 18:10	#24
shrivz BHPian Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Pune, MH12 Posts: 604 Thanked: 96 Times View My Garage	@ filcord: Yes the GTO637 is a direct fit on the board. No cutting required whatsoever.. Just plug and play..
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30th March 2007, 18:19	#25
shuvc Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kolkata Posts: 2,913 Thanked: 352 Times View My Garage	How competitive is the rediff price for the GTO637 - Rs.3950 ? Shop Online; Gift in India: ,* JBL 6-1/2 Inch (160mm) 3-Way Loudspeaker - GTO637,* Car Audio Buy mobile phones, Gift Flowers, Buy Indian Apparel, Buy Books in India, Buy Cameras
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7th April 2007, 14:58	#27
filcord BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: goa Posts: 996 Thanked: 67 Times	Hi guys I have just installed the JBL GTO637 3-way coaxials in place of the stock Kenwood rear speakers (Thanks angelfire for the help) Installation was done quickly, and they fit in the same holes pre-cut in the shelf. So far they sound brilliant, a big difference from the regular speakers. Am now planning to replace the front ones too, may be with JBL 5 1/2 inch 2-way co-ax. Shuvc, I recommend this up-grade. One question I have, how do I check if the polarity has been correctly observed in the connections?
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