Help -- ICE upgrade

low_bass_makker · 14th March 2009, 14:56

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Originally Posted by speedzak

I've heard that GZ subs are good for fast paced, loud and bass energetic sound.
My experiences with GZ subs are limited to 3 cars only. And I liked one of them (LBM's car when it was not tuned for making butter chicken) but the ported box made it sound very airy! It can perform good if installed correctly, I think.

If a good musical sub is what required here, then nothing can beat an IDQ.
If a good fast paced and hard hitting sub is required, then JL. Or even some models of RF and MB Quartz will do apart from Kicker.
If a good, decent all round performer is needed, then Kappa perfect.
If a good VFM sub which can do almost everything good is required, then JBL GT4/GT5.

The latest entry into the musical category is Rainbow subwoofers. Yet to listen to one but heard they're just great.
Another good option is Alpine Type R. They still sound good if setup correctly.

Sorry to quote all of it, but ZAK I do not agree on what you said. Like you do not like Pioneer P80 me not like few of the sub mentioned above.

sujitm · 14th March 2009, 17:58

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Originally Posted by ankit_chd

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Now coming back to 4 channel amp

Guys how are GZ amplifiers when compared to jbl 1004e ? Because i see no amplifier fitting my budget of 11k.

And thanks to all 4 replying .... thanks guys ;p

Guys, what other decent amps do we have in this price range.
For 10k, i always just hear the JBL & GZ.

superbhikari · 14th March 2009, 18:55

What all i can recall at the moment, 4 ch-amp under 10k are
JBL GTO1004, Kenwood 8404, Blaupunkt GT4MKII, JBL GT5-A604

arpandiv · 14th March 2009, 19:03

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Originally Posted by superbhikari

What all i can recall at the moment, 4 ch-amp under 10k are
JBL GTO1004, Kenwood 8404, Blaupunkt GT4MKII, JBL GT5-A604

In addition to the above amps you get GZ entry level for 10.9K, JBL-GTO 504, if you are okay with not having a brand name on the amp you will get sound barrier too.

nitrous · 14th March 2009, 20:28

JBL GTO 1004 in grey costs around 9k and is absolute VFM for the power it puts out.

ankit_chd · 14th March 2009, 23:01

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Originally Posted by low_bass_makker

Sorry to quote all of it, but ZAK I do not agree on what you said. Like you do not like Pioneer P80 me not like few of the sub mentioned above.

Then what u suggest sir g ?

ankit_chd · 15th March 2009, 15:18

Sorry i cannot edit my posts so i need to type a new one

Guys , what gauge wiring kits will i be needing for Hifonics 1208d and JBL 1004e ??
As far my knowledge goes 4ga kits ;P

I dont want very high level wiring as budget is tight . Still can u help me with some good decent wiring kits and there prices . I already have kicker RCA cables from my current system so i wont be needing RCA .

low_bass_makker · 15th March 2009, 17:28

You can go for Finolex/L&T for the power and MX for rca and speaker cables. Cheap and best.

ankit_chd · 15th March 2009, 18:22

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Originally Posted by low_bass_makker

You can go for Finolex/L&T for the power and MX for rca and speaker cables. Cheap and best.

Thanks sir g ....

Still waiting for your advice regarding the sub
and if possible on components also . Budget fir comps is arnd 16k ....

ankit_chd · 18th March 2009, 17:19

I am back guys with some more research n views ;D

Another 4 Channel amp i am thinking of is Blau VA 4100
Blaupunkt - Amplifiers - Velocity - VA 4100

Came to know that its is a very sweet sounding amplifier n better than Gto 1004e ??

Your comments guys ??

karankapoor · 18th March 2009, 21:58

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Originally Posted by ankit_chd

I am back guys with some more research n views ;D

Another 4 Channel amp i am thinking of is Blau VA 4100
Blaupunkt - Amplifiers - Velocity - VA 4100

Came to know that its is a very sweet sounding amplifier n better than Gto 1004e ??

Your comments guys ??

i have used a blaupunkt amp gta 4mkII for sometime and is a good amp for the price it comes for (5k now i think has been discontinued).never heard va4100,the ratings looks pretty good what is the price.

you can find some good compo @ the price you are looking for,you can contact abhibh member here he can help you as he is from chandigarh i think.

abhibh · 18th March 2009, 22:25

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Originally Posted by ankit_chd

I am back guys with some more research n views ;D

Another 4 Channel amp i am thinking of is Blau VA 4100
Blaupunkt - Amplifiers - Velocity - VA 4100

Came to know that its is a very sweet sounding amplifier n better than Gto 1004e ??

Your comments guys ??

Ankit that is a nice amp. How much are you getting that for ? Have not used or heard 1004e so i can't comment whether its better than 1004e or not.

ankit_chd · 18th March 2009, 22:35

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Originally Posted by abhibh

Ankit that is a nice amp. How much are you getting that for ? Have not used or heard 1004e so i can't comment whether its better than 1004e or not.

Official price is around 14k
Arey u can audition 1004e anytime
and sorry for yesterday bhai , i forgot my cell

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Originally Posted by karankapoor

i have used a blaupunkt amp gta 4mkII for sometime and is a good amp for the price it comes for (5k now i think has been discontinued).never heard va4100,the ratings looks pretty good what is the price.

you can find some good compo @ the price you are looking for,you can contact abhibh member here he can help you as he is from chandigarh i think.

Well official price for that amp was around 9800 but 5k was without bill price and nowdays blau without bill is very difficult to source .

abhibh · 18th March 2009, 23:00

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Originally Posted by ankit_chd

Official price is around 14k
Arey u can audition 1004e anytime
and sorry for yesterday bhai , i forgot my cell

Arey yaar do one thing. When you get your system installed take your 1004e with you. Hook up 1004e and tell the dealer you wanna try the other amps and if u feel that other amps are playing good you will buy it otherwise you will buy another 1004e. Either way dealer will be happy as you are buying something from him.

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Well official price for that amp was around 9800 but 5k was without bill price and nowdays blau without bill is very difficult to source .

MKII sells for around 5-6K with Bill now days.

karankapoor · 18th March 2009, 23:10

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Originally Posted by ankit_chd

Well official price for that amp was around 9800 but 5k was without bill price and nowdays blau without bill is very difficult to source .

i bought mine(gta4) for 4800/= with bill and warranty,14k for va4100 decent price try it on your sytem if you like it then buy.

14th March 2009, 18:55	#48
superbhikari BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Muzaffarnagar Posts: 465 Thanked: 228 Times	What all i can recall at the moment, 4 ch-amp under 10k are JBL GTO1004, Kenwood 8404, Blaupunkt GT4MKII, JBL GT5-A604
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14th March 2009, 20:28	#50
nitrous Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: UAE/Lon/Madras Posts: 6,965 Thanked: 329 Times View My Garage	JBL GTO 1004 in grey costs around 9k and is absolute VFM for the power it puts out.
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15th March 2009, 15:18	#52
ankit_chd BHPian Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chandigarh Posts: 262 Thanked: 28 Times	Sorry i cannot edit my posts so i need to type a new one Guys , what gauge wiring kits will i be needing for Hifonics 1208d and JBL 1004e ?? As far my knowledge goes 4ga kits ;P I dont want very high level wiring as budget is tight . Still can u help me with some good decent wiring kits and there prices . I already have kicker RCA cables from my current system so i wont be needing RCA .
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15th March 2009, 17:28	#53
low_bass_makker Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Faridabad Posts: 6,815 Thanked: 305 Times View My Garage	You can go for Finolex/L&T for the power and MX for rca and speaker cables. Cheap and best.
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18th March 2009, 17:19	#55
ankit_chd BHPian Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chandigarh Posts: 262 Thanked: 28 Times	I am back guys with some more research n views ;D Another 4 Channel amp i am thinking of is Blau VA 4100 Blaupunkt - Amplifiers - Velocity - VA 4100 Came to know that its is a very sweet sounding amplifier n better than Gto 1004e ?? Your comments guys ??
	() Thanks