wow all this stero, wiring talk i am lost and dont understand it all ... i do know i need a new system blew out all my speakers and burnt an amp up. but i really dont wanna go loud right now just respectful.

in that case... new amp, component speaks up front, and just pull out the backs (unless u have passangers often)

If you want a good sound on a budget... Get a 4 channel amp (bridgeable for the rear channels) and run a single 10" or 12" sub in the back (sealed enclosure) and then as stated above a decent set of components for the front channels and drop the rears entirely... This will give you the best overall sound without breaking the bank.

You need to come see me then! This is what I do for a living.

It is what ive been doing for money lately. Im only 15 so getting 20-40 per install is working out nice :)

EDIT: Plus I buy computer parts cheap. Build one. Resell it for around 150+ dollars in profit. I will even come to their house and install it along with all their perhipials. makes them happy and I get money or even more for a tip haha

its certainly a start... but i think richie has you beat... :lol:

Yes it is. im 15 so this is way better than working out of kroger haha.

Well I think since AftermathAlero is right in the area (Dallas) I think he's got ya beat... and I'm assuming that he works out of a shop that does this, so you should be able to get equipment from an authorized retailer that will carry a warranty (and warranty towards the install)...
Sorry Itsbmw, but you know if you're good enough you'd be better off getting a job as an installer at a shop rather than going freelance, it'll help support the market and guarantee people that they're getting warrantied equipment... That's one of the biggest complaints I get all the time is when somebody buys stuff online and brings it to me thinking that I can help get it fixed or replaced for them since I'm an authorized dealer.

You can get something great within you budget off craigslist

Thats where I just bought my System haha. Craigslist ftw. WHen I can drive I will get a job as an installer. since you gotta drive the people's cars I think you have to have your license. and i am gonna get MECP training along with my A+ certification. I love car audio and Computers. I am taking auto next year at school so I will hopefully get better with mechanics. a plus is every friday you can work on your own car in the class, get help etc.

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I am only bias towards buying from an authorized retailer (protects you and the industry)... I am not a Morel dealer, but I don't argue the quality of their products... And in my daily driver I run a single 12" Boss audio sub and Boss amp with a basic Pioneer headunit to prove to people that you can still get a good sound out of even cheap equipment if the install is done right.

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See that's what I like to hear, cause I hear of kids all the time that wonder why their same sub as their buddies doesn't sound as good... cause you threw it in a prefab whereas your buddy built or had a box built.
Sooo many people underestimate the enclosure, but it can make or break (sometimes literally) a sub.

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^ Although I wouldn't wish Sony subs on my worst enemy :p lol

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