Replace the speakers? or the HU? - Toyota Yaris Forums

twiceover · 10-04-2006, 06:36 PM

Today I realized that the sound system is absolutely horrible. I'm not one for big bumpin' stereos, in fact they are fvcking annoying IMO. Anyway, I don't want to lose the stock look. Anyone think just replacing the speakers would bring an improvment?

Also, I don't use the CD player, mostly just the AUX jack. I threw in a CD and it was just as bad.

Any ideas?

vodkalush · 10-04-2006, 07:15 PM

i replaced my stock speakers and added a 600watt amp to power them, kept my stock headunit to keep stock look...*

sound = 100x's better

twiceover · 10-04-2006, 07:53 PM

Yeah, replacing the HU really isn't that possible. I have the LCD integrated one so I would have to order the replacement pannels to go to a DIN type unit.

I'll have to look into the whole converter thing and an amp. I also would like to add a small sub box also. Just enough for me. Any suggestions adding this to the whole setup? Would I need multiple amps?

vodkalush · 10-04-2006, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twiceover

Yeah, replacing the HU really isn't that possible. I have the LCD integrated one so I would have to order the replacement pannels to go to a DIN type unit.

I'll have to look into the whole converter thing and an amp. I also would like to add a small sub box also. Just enough for me. Any suggestions adding this to the whole setup? Would I need multiple amps?

not sure about adding subs with multiple amps... i'm looking at doing that...
but if you dont want to get a lineout converter you can always get an amp that takes hi/lo inputs.

paultyler_82 · 10-04-2006, 09:41 PM

For speakers and 1 sub you would need 2 amps, one 4 channel for the speakers and one D-class mono or 2 channel to power the sub with. You won't necessarily need a line-out converter, some amps have hi-level inputs on them... IMHO, even just replacing the speakers and running them off the stock HU, as long as you use a decent speaker, will sound better than the stock speakers.

YarisPR · 10-04-2006, 11:00 PM

I'am just waiting for the instalation money cause i got everything
speakers/ 2 power plants 800 & 1600 / parametric etc etc

vodkalush · 10-04-2006, 11:18 PM

why not not tackel the task yourself? its not all that hard, more or less just time consuming..

Violin · 10-05-2006, 06:39 AM

I'd replace the speakers first. That's what I did with mine while I waited for metra to make the install kit for the single DIN head unit. It was a huge improvement from stock. (I used MB Quart components.)

The head unit you can see so Toyota puts in a half-way decent one. Speakers are hidden and they put in junk.

I've never heard the stock speakers with an aftermarket head unit, but my guess is that the improvement wouldn't be as dramatic as new speakers/stock head unit. Speakers are the weakest link in any set up.

argylesocks · 10-06-2006, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Violin

I'd replace the speakers first. That's what I did with mine while I waited for metra to make the install kit for the single DIN head unit. It was a huge improvement from stock. (I used MB Quart components.)

The head unit you can see so Toyota puts in a half-way decent one. Speakers are hidden and they put in junk.

I've never heard the stock speakers with an aftermarket head unit, but my guess is that the improvement wouldn't be as dramatic as new speakers/stock head unit. Speakers are the weakest link in any set up.

i would agree with this.

of course im also pretty jealous of yoru MB's :)

Violin · 10-06-2006, 03:16 PM

What these?

07WYarisRS · 10-06-2006, 04:27 PM

Get two amps, (one 4 channel, and a mono amp) 4 new quality speakers and a sub. I would go with componentsd up from and two way in the rear.
For a sub you only need a single 10". A 4 ohm DVC sub allows for more wiring options.

Keep the OEM deck but run your speaker wires from the deck to the 4 channel amp then run the speaker wires to your speakers from the amp.
For a sub, splice into the speaker wires and run them to the sub amp. if your sub amp has high level inputs you can just splice into the speaker wires and run them to the amp. If your amp only has low level inputs you need to buy a line convertor.

Violin · 10-06-2006, 10:14 PM

I connected the tweeters to the -2 dB position to take some of the edge off. My 46 year old ears took care of the rest - your results may vary.

johnnyfive · 10-07-2006, 08:03 PM

also will greatly depend on the qualitys of the tweaters. just like how some tweaters can be aimed at your windshield and give great results, but other will just sound like crap in that same location.

paultyler_82 · 10-09-2006, 07:02 AM

I still wanna see if I can manage a headrest mounted (Fiero style) or seat top mounted (Infiniti M style) speaker system... heh.

nsmitchell · 10-18-2006, 08:58 AM

How is the sound quality using the stock HU and a 4 channel amp using a high level converter? I have a Blaupunkt PA4100 that comes with its own converter. I know I will lose my fader control, but I'm more concerned about sound quality. Anyone know?

paultyler_82 · 10-18-2006, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nsmitchell

How is the sound quality using the stock HU and a 4 channel amp using a high level converter? I have a Blaupunkt PA4100 that comes with its own converter. I know I will lose my fader control, but I'm more concerned about sound quality. Anyone know?

Actually... if you use Hi-Level inputs on an equipped 4-channel amp, I don't beleive you'll lose your fade control, I've never had that problem, anyway.

07WYarisRS · 10-18-2006, 10:58 PM

^ He's right
using high level inputs you keep the ability to fade F~R and R~L

mhero · 10-19-2006, 02:55 AM

Personally, I recommend replacing "speakers" first
then HU ... my Yaris got 5-ch amp, 2 pairs of new speakers
and a subwoofer speaker

Guess what? the quality of sound got way better but not yet
impressive 'coz of the HU

So, afterall, HU needs to be replaced to rock the system!!

http://www.yarismaniac.com/index.php?showtopic=282

10-04-2006, 06:36 PM	#1
twiceover Drives: 2007 Nautical Blue Yaris Sedan Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Dakota Posts: 21	Replace the speakers? or the HU? Today I realized that the sound system is absolutely horrible. I'm not one for big bumpin' stereos, in fact they are fvcking annoying IMO. Anyway, I don't want to lose the stock look. Anyone think just replacing the speakers would bring an improvment? Also, I don't use the CD player, mostly just the AUX jack. I threw in a CD and it was just as bad. Any ideas?

10-04-2006, 07:15 PM	#2
vodkalush I drive a yarrrris View User's Garage Drives: 07 Sedan Polar White Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 1,009	i replaced my stock speakers and added a 600watt amp to power them, kept my stock headunit to keep stock look...* sound = 100x's better __________________ Docotrs say all the drikning has mesesd up my seplilng and radieng Get your YarisWorld.com stickers here!!! The Official Toyota Thailand Accessories Order Thread will work for parts

10-04-2006, 11:00 PM	#6
YarisPR Drives: Yaris Sedan Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: MayaWest, Puerto Rico Posts: 1,574	I'am just waiting for the instalation money cause i got everything speakers/ 2 power plants 800 & 1600 / parametric etc etc __________________ I Drive a 129whp Yaris ;)

10-04-2006, 11:18 PM	#7
vodkalush I drive a yarrrris View User's Garage Drives: 07 Sedan Polar White Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 1,009	why not not tackel the task yourself? its not all that hard, more or less just time consuming.. __________________ Docotrs say all the drikning has mesesd up my seplilng and radieng Get your YarisWorld.com stickers here!!! The Official Toyota Thailand Accessories Order Thread will work for parts

10-06-2006, 04:27 PM	#11
07WYarisRS HardlyDangerous Drives: 09 Yaris LE, H/B, auto Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ridgeway Ontario Posts: 573	Get two amps, (one 4 channel, and a mono amp) 4 new quality speakers and a sub. I would go with componentsd up from and two way in the rear. For a sub you only need a single 10". A 4 ohm DVC sub allows for more wiring options. Keep the OEM deck but run your speaker wires from the deck to the 4 channel amp then run the speaker wires to your speakers from the amp. For a sub, splice into the speaker wires and run them to the sub amp. if your sub amp has high level inputs you can just splice into the speaker wires and run them to the amp. If your amp only has low level inputs you need to buy a line convertor. __________________ The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.

10-04-2006, 07:53 PM	#3
twiceover Drives: 2007 Nautical Blue Yaris Sedan Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Dakota Posts: 21	Yeah, replacing the HU really isn't that possible. I have the LCD integrated one so I would have to order the replacement pannels to go to a DIN type unit. I'll have to look into the whole converter thing and an amp. I also would like to add a small sub box also. Just enough for me. Any suggestions adding this to the whole setup? Would I need multiple amps?

10-04-2006, 09:41 PM	#5
paultyler_82 View User's Garage Drives: 07 Meteorite Metallic Yaris LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: USA Posts: 441	For speakers and 1 sub you would need 2 amps, one 4 channel for the speakers and one D-class mono or 2 channel to power the sub with. You won't necessarily need a line-out converter, some amps have hi-level inputs on them... IMHO, even just replacing the speakers and running them off the stock HU, as long as you use a decent speaker, will sound better than the stock speakers.

10-05-2006, 06:39 AM	#8
Violin View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris LB Auto Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,592	I'd replace the speakers first. That's what I did with mine while I waited for metra to make the install kit for the single DIN head unit. It was a huge improvement from stock. (I used MB Quart components.) The head unit you can see so Toyota puts in a half-way decent one. Speakers are hidden and they put in junk. I've never heard the stock speakers with an aftermarket head unit, but my guess is that the improvement wouldn't be as dramatic as new speakers/stock head unit. Speakers are the weakest link in any set up.

10-06-2006, 03:16 PM	#10
Violin View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris LB Auto Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,592	What these?

10-06-2006, 10:14 PM	#12
Violin View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris LB Auto Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,592	I connected the tweeters to the -2 dB position to take some of the edge off. My 46 year old ears took care of the rest - your results may vary.

10-07-2006, 08:03 PM	#13
johnnyfive Drives: 2007 Yaris S Join Date: May 2006 Location: Milwaukee WI Posts: 582	also will greatly depend on the qualitys of the tweaters. just like how some tweaters can be aimed at your windshield and give great results, but other will just sound like crap in that same location.

10-09-2006, 07:02 AM	#14
paultyler_82 View User's Garage Drives: 07 Meteorite Metallic Yaris LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: USA Posts: 441	I still wanna see if I can manage a headrest mounted (Fiero style) or seat top mounted (Infiniti M style) speaker system... heh.

10-18-2006, 08:58 AM	#15
nsmitchell View User's Garage Drives: LB-Auto-PWR-ABS-Cruise-Springs Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 1,065	How is the sound quality using the stock HU and a 4 channel amp using a high level converter? I have a Blaupunkt PA4100 that comes with its own converter. I know I will lose my fader control, but I'm more concerned about sound quality. Anyone know? __________________ Other car is a 2005 Mustang Convertible 4.0L V6 Manual - Legend Lime Get YarAss in gear! RIP - Casey Tatum

10-18-2006, 10:58 PM	#17
07WYarisRS HardlyDangerous Drives: 09 Yaris LE, H/B, auto Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ridgeway Ontario Posts: 573	^ He's right using high level inputs you keep the ability to fade F~R and R~L __________________ The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.

10-19-2006, 02:55 AM	#18
mhero Drives: Yaris 5Dr. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Thailand Posts: 82	Personally, I recommend replacing "speakers" first then HU ... my Yaris got 5-ch amp, 2 pairs of new speakers and a subwoofer speaker Guess what? the quality of sound got way better but not yet impressive 'coz of the HU So, afterall, HU needs to be replaced to rock the system!! http://www.yarismaniac.com/index.php?showtopic=282

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