Head Unit And Speakers Recommendation
#1
Posted 02 January 2010 - 12:08 AM
I have totally no knowledge in car entertainment system, except knowing that Sony is good and knowing quite a bit in pro audio engineering (E.g. PA system and Concert Hall setup). So please advise/recommend.
I am looking for the following features:
-Support MP3, WMA, AAC file formats via USB
-1 DIN form factor
-Supports 4 channels for 2 front 2 rear.
-Ability to control the loudness balance between front and back speakers (I think that is fade, not sure the correct term)
-FM Radio (Standard I guess)
-At least 15W per channel
Please recommend a good head unit that I can use. Something mid range is not too expensive, or too cheap until it is so lousy. All I need is reasonable sound quality coming out of USB storage. I don't need CD or those boom box setup.
Should I change speakers? Please give your best advices and recommendations.
The head unit I have cannot adjust loudness balance between front and back. Does this means I need to rewire the speakers all over?
There is an accessory outlet branded "BROTHERS" near my house and I stay in Skudai Johor. If possible, please advise products that are within easy reach. I don't want to go all the way to KL just to install something not available here.
#2
Posted 02 January 2010 - 12:42 AM
2. Brother's is not a good place to spend your money.
3. Most decent mid-range HU supports MP3 and WMA through USB
4. Most decent HU gives you >10RMS Watt/channel
5. Most HU has 4-channel output, with Bal/Fad control
6. All HU has FM radio, with exception of some very high-end professional machines.
7. Subwoofers are not for madness loudness.
8. No HU that has USB but no CD, it's not a matter of want or not, it's default.
9. Most probably that you will need to rewire the speakers.
10. Factory-fitted speakers are far from decent sounding.
11. Without an amplifier, expensive speakers are useless.
12. Good shop are not all in KL, and not all shops here are good.
13. No recommendation on brand will be given (conflict of interest), but
14. As long as you are happy, go by your budget.
#3
Posted 02 January 2010 - 01:06 AM
I need more opinions for Brother's.
#4
Posted 02 January 2010 - 07:24 AM
dunno how to link..but theres a thread in lowyat/ice..discussing bout brothers.. some testimonial..im sure u wont think about brothers again..
sifu drex
n0.8... ive noticed some clarion hu model that doesnt have cd player but using BT/sd n usb..forget what model..
fast and reliable wont b cheap
reliable and cheap wont be fast
#5
Posted 02 January 2010 - 08:35 AM
sifu drex
n0.8... ive noticed some clarion hu model that doesnt have cd player but using BT/sd n usb..forget what model..
Okie I can avoid Brother's for car audio. I think will DIY install. I think their problem is the lack of understanding electrical engineering. Audio stuff if not experienced very easy to go wrong with polarity one and channels mix up. (That is my experience in audio engineering)
Just wondering, is their tinting good?
#6
Posted 02 January 2010 - 09:56 AM
Just wondering, is their tinting good?
If you're from JB suggested you should go to Sim Lim Tower ,S'pore for your car audio system parts , prices are much more lower than here even with the currency rate high right now . More branded choices but cheaper . Installation can be done back here in JB .here that Winn Audio opposite Ocean at Tmn Sentosa does a good job but price wise ????
If I were you , I'll avoid Brothers on any installation works . Perhaps can buy stuff from them if there's promotions , otherwise straightly out of my way .
#7
Posted 02 January 2010 - 11:55 AM
Channels are color coded and phases are labelled. Channels can be verified with Fad/Bal function and phase can be verified with a phase tester. Even without a phase tester, experienced ears can tell if the speakers are in or out of phase.
One don't need an engineering degree to get the phase and channels right. Just basic.
#8
Posted 02 January 2010 - 12:53 PM
One don't need an engineering degree to get the phase and channels right. Just basic.
Drex..do u know where can buy one phase checker ?
#9
Posted 02 January 2010 - 06:54 PM
My supplier. , but we don't sell that.
#10
Posted 03 January 2010 - 12:26 PM
If I were you , I'll avoid Brothers on any installation works . Perhaps can buy stuff from them if there's promotions , otherwise straightly out of my way .
Already checked price at SLT. They do have better models but at a higher price. Otherwise, most products are more or less the same price.
FYI I used to work at SLS (Just opposite SLT).
But I might go SungBeng (http://www.sungbeng.com/) to get my head unit + speakers. Friend's friend shop.