ralphsmithiii
Jet Boat Addict
- Messages
- 213
- Reaction score
- 101
- Points
- 122
- Location
- Tampa, FL
- Boat Make
- Yamaha
- Year
- 2015
- Boat Model
- AR
- Boat Length
- 24
Hey guys and gals, I apologize for this LONG winded posted in advanced =)
So after owning our 2015 AR240 for about 1 month now, I'm looking into more upgrades as time and money permits. Usually I'd go all out on something like a stereo system as I have in the past with my current and previous automobiles. However with the boat, I'm considering taking a more "staged" path, unless it absolutely doesn't make sense to do so.
With that, here's what I'm consider and looking for feedback on. This boat is mainly a cruiser/sandbar/exploring boat. Very little if any wake boarding and such. I'd like to upgrade the stereo to where you could easily and clearly hear the stereo in typical "cruising" speeds, somewhere between 25-35mph. I'm not looking for super high fidelity or tons of epic bass.
As of this moment I'm considering upgrading the current 4 speakers to JL MX650's and adding another pair of MX650's to the cockpit area for passenger and driver. My understanding is that would filling that somewhat "dead" spot there. I see people are adding M770's either all the way around or at least in the cockpit and/or swin deck area. While I'm not opposed to it, part of me is thinking that for the money the 650's powered correctly would be more than enough and I wouldn't have to worry about cutting anything additional or adding spacers (to the front at least, although I'm also no opposed to it). I know with the 7" speakers, larger cone, etc, they should sound considerably better but again from what I've read on this forum, MX650's are nothing to scoff at.
I'd like to add in at least 1 10" JL IB sub to start. Possibly a 2nd down the line, probably both mounted in the storage compartment stern side unless there's a reason to mount them both stern and port facing each other. If I wanted to provide more sound/volume to the rear, say if we're out behind the boat, then maybe add in a set of swin deck speakers OR if it makes more sense, just add a set of JL 8"towers, also down the line. I am thinking that with a nice 6 speaker MX650 setup with the 1 10"IB sub, if we're behind the boat literally hanging off of it, that would give me more than enough volume + clarity without bothering others nearby.
I've reached out at @Earmark Marine regarding some pricing and such and awaiting feedback. I'll also probably tackle this project myself as I've done 99% of my own car stereo installs (basic wiring, tuning etc).
What I'm looking to find out (and I'm hoping Odin will chime in but I'm posting for other opinions) is, how much consideration should I give to going full MX770s? If I go MX650's x 6 + 1 10 IB sub, would a JL M600 amp + a M200 bridged be enough for that setup. Or, should I consider the M800 8 channel in case I want to add a set of towers OR rear deck speakers next year. Looking for the best route here. I'd need enough RMS to support 6 MX650s plus up to 2 IB 10's plus a pair of either 8" towers or rear decks.
I'm not opposed to adding additional batteries, but at what point is is REQUIRED? For the MX650's x6 + 1 10" IB sub, hanging out maybe 1 hour at a time parked, is the current stock battery configuration enough? How much fuse do I need? I could run 0 gauge wire to further proof the boat but I'm thinking that 4 gauge would be plenty for what I'm looking to do. I'd go with higher end RCA's unless crosswalk/talk isn't an issue on these boats. What size fuse should I be looking to get? It seems most mount their amps to Starboard or something similar in the helm. I'd like to go that route as well, but I'm a big dude (6'4, 250lbs) and I can barely squeeze my chest through that door way. Is there another way to get in there lol? Or, I may have to mount the amp(s) and do the prewiring and have someone "smaller" jump in there and tie it all together and mount the board.
Also, where is everyone getting their wiring, fuses, etc from? I'm assuming if Odin provides me with a solid package deal, I'll get everything from him. But in the meantime, I like to read and research. What other options/vendors, etc should I be looking for? I've had zero problems buying new from eBay, Sonic Electronix, etc in the past with luckily zero issues. However, I'd prefer to support a forum/authorized dealer first.
So after owning our 2015 AR240 for about 1 month now, I'm looking into more upgrades as time and money permits. Usually I'd go all out on something like a stereo system as I have in the past with my current and previous automobiles. However with the boat, I'm considering taking a more "staged" path, unless it absolutely doesn't make sense to do so.
With that, here's what I'm consider and looking for feedback on. This boat is mainly a cruiser/sandbar/exploring boat. Very little if any wake boarding and such. I'd like to upgrade the stereo to where you could easily and clearly hear the stereo in typical "cruising" speeds, somewhere between 25-35mph. I'm not looking for super high fidelity or tons of epic bass.
As of this moment I'm considering upgrading the current 4 speakers to JL MX650's and adding another pair of MX650's to the cockpit area for passenger and driver. My understanding is that would filling that somewhat "dead" spot there. I see people are adding M770's either all the way around or at least in the cockpit and/or swin deck area. While I'm not opposed to it, part of me is thinking that for the money the 650's powered correctly would be more than enough and I wouldn't have to worry about cutting anything additional or adding spacers (to the front at least, although I'm also no opposed to it). I know with the 7" speakers, larger cone, etc, they should sound considerably better but again from what I've read on this forum, MX650's are nothing to scoff at.
I'd like to add in at least 1 10" JL IB sub to start. Possibly a 2nd down the line, probably both mounted in the storage compartment stern side unless there's a reason to mount them both stern and port facing each other. If I wanted to provide more sound/volume to the rear, say if we're out behind the boat, then maybe add in a set of swin deck speakers OR if it makes more sense, just add a set of JL 8"towers, also down the line. I am thinking that with a nice 6 speaker MX650 setup with the 1 10"IB sub, if we're behind the boat literally hanging off of it, that would give me more than enough volume + clarity without bothering others nearby.
I've reached out at @Earmark Marine regarding some pricing and such and awaiting feedback. I'll also probably tackle this project myself as I've done 99% of my own car stereo installs (basic wiring, tuning etc).
What I'm looking to find out (and I'm hoping Odin will chime in but I'm posting for other opinions) is, how much consideration should I give to going full MX770s? If I go MX650's x 6 + 1 10 IB sub, would a JL M600 amp + a M200 bridged be enough for that setup. Or, should I consider the M800 8 channel in case I want to add a set of towers OR rear deck speakers next year. Looking for the best route here. I'd need enough RMS to support 6 MX650s plus up to 2 IB 10's plus a pair of either 8" towers or rear decks.
I'm not opposed to adding additional batteries, but at what point is is REQUIRED? For the MX650's x6 + 1 10" IB sub, hanging out maybe 1 hour at a time parked, is the current stock battery configuration enough? How much fuse do I need? I could run 0 gauge wire to further proof the boat but I'm thinking that 4 gauge would be plenty for what I'm looking to do. I'd go with higher end RCA's unless crosswalk/talk isn't an issue on these boats. What size fuse should I be looking to get? It seems most mount their amps to Starboard or something similar in the helm. I'd like to go that route as well, but I'm a big dude (6'4, 250lbs) and I can barely squeeze my chest through that door way. Is there another way to get in there lol? Or, I may have to mount the amp(s) and do the prewiring and have someone "smaller" jump in there and tie it all together and mount the board.
Also, where is everyone getting their wiring, fuses, etc from? I'm assuming if Odin provides me with a solid package deal, I'll get everything from him. But in the meantime, I like to read and research. What other options/vendors, etc should I be looking for? I've had zero problems buying new from eBay, Sonic Electronix, etc in the past with luckily zero issues. However, I'd prefer to support a forum/authorized dealer first.
