vance1

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Hi, I was wondering what the standard head unit's power rating was and if a new 4x50w head unit would power the new speakers I've just fitted, better?? Does it improve the sound quality/bass you get??
Many thanks

escott

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What year?

The standard headunits aren't great, so anything half decent would be an improvement. Also, when a headunit spec says 4x50w, this is peak - RMS is what matters, generally they will be 4x15w ish. If you have fitted decent components, you may want to consider an amp.

What speakers have you got?

vance1

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Sorry its an '03 sti and I've fitted Alpine coax speakers 6.5inch 1725, I don't want to go down the amp route really just a decent headunit. I think the speakers are rated at 40w rms so to get the best from them do I need to power them at around this?? I've never been an ICE techie! Thanks for your help!

dunx

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The standard unit is pants.... I put an Alpine in, much better sound even with standard speakers.

Then it's all down to your budget !

I mostly listen to mine making it's usual collection of Scooby noises.... LOL

DunxC

escott

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Any decent brand headunit will be an improvement, so maybe look at spending £150 on a Pioneer, Alpine, Kenwood, Clarion. Worth finding a good second hand unit if you value sound quality over gadgets.

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