Ford Ranger Forum - Forums for Ford Ranger enthusiasts!

Go Back   Ford Ranger Forum - Forums for Ford Ranger enthusiasts! > >
Forgot Password? Join Us!

Welcome to Ford Ranger Forum

Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread

  #1  
Old 11-02-2012, 11:50 AM
java.judge.924 java.judge.924 is offline
Learning to use the forums
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 7
Default Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

I currently have the stock speaker system in my '95 Ford Ranger Ext Cab. I was noticing that the sound was very poor, so I decided to install new speakers. I was looking at getting some cheap Pyle speakers. I have included a link to the speakers on Amazon. They have a RMS wattage of 300W. I am trying to determine if I need to install an amp to help with my sound output. I am new at this, so just trying to pick the brains of people who have done it before. If you have any thoughts, or better suggestions on what to use, I would love the input.

Thanks!


http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PL573BL-Watts-3-Way-Speakers/dp/B006VFO6JO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1351882042&sr=8-3&keywords=pyle+6x8
__________________
'95 Ford Ranger XLT - 2.3L - 5 speed - Falken Rocky Mountain AT/S
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 11-02-2012, 11:53 AM
Devin-20 Devin-20 is offline
"FRF young'n"
 
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 5,539
Default

No you dont need a amp, are you also getting a new headunit?
__________________

~1994
~Double lifted
~Purple
~Bauce Edition

-My build thread-
http://www.fordrangerforum.com/project-logs/74791-devins-94-xlt-build-thread.html
Quote:
Originally Posted by DustyXB
Cause he's a bauce!
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 11-02-2012, 12:49 PM
Skylark65 Skylark65 is offline
"Race Internals"
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Posts: 3,715
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

funny, i've been thinking of picking up a pair of 6x8 pyle speakers to replace my stock rear speakers, they've got pretty good reviews and seem to be what i'm looking for.

http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PL683BL-6-Inch-Three-Way-Speakers/dp/B00022OBOM/ref=au_pf_pfg_s?ie=UTF8&Model=Ranger%7C696&n=1077068&s=car&Make=Ford%7C54&Year=2000%7C2000&vehicleType=automotive&newCar=1&carId=001
let me know how you like 'em if you get 'em, i'll do the same!
__________________
2000 XLT 4X4, 3.0, Auto, regular cab - throttle cable mod, K&N drop in filter, taylor thundervolt 8.2 plug wires, autolite sparkplugs, Accel coil pack, AVS Ventshades, Rampage LED tailgate light bar, BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A tires, Trail F/X toolbox, cruse control pod light fix, Cobra 19 ultra II CB, lil wil antenna, pioneer door speakers, expo woodgrain radio bezal, 06+ mirrors & tails, powerdome hood

2000 XLT 4X4 Offroad, 4.0 / auto, supercab - the project truck!
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 11-02-2012, 02:01 PM
java.judge.924 java.judge.924 is offline
Learning to use the forums
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 7
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

Devin - I am going to eventually, but trying to spread out the costs right now. Is this something that should be done at the same time, or would it work to wait a little bit and replace that next.

Skylark - They seem to be good speakers for the price. I looked at the pair you have there. The only reason I am looking at the ones that I posted is that I can get a set of 4 and replace the front and back speakers at the same time. By getting the set, you actually save several dollars than you would if you bought 2 sets of 2 over time. I will let you know what I think.
__________________
'95 Ford Ranger XLT - 2.3L - 5 speed - Falken Rocky Mountain AT/S
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 11-02-2012, 02:16 PM
Devin-20 Devin-20 is offline
"FRF young'n"
 
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 5,539
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by java.judge.924
Devin - I am going to eventually, but trying to spread out the costs right now. Is this something that should be done at the same time, or would it work to wait a little bit and replace that next.
I dont think its needed. But it will give you a better sound and a few other options.
__________________

~1994
~Double lifted
~Purple
~Bauce Edition

-My build thread-
http://www.fordrangerforum.com/project-logs/74791-devins-94-xlt-build-thread.html
Quote:
Originally Posted by DustyXB
Cause he's a bauce!
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 11-02-2012, 10:22 PM
hergy916 hergy916 is offline
18k miles and climbing.
 
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 344
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

These speakers will be an improvement over the factory ones, but not a great choice for long term. Both sets have Piezo tweeters which will be very fatiguing over time. These tweeters make for decent sensitivity at low volume but at higher volume they will have a shrill to them. Also, not likely that their actual RMS power handling is as high as they claim which is also a good thing since it wouldn't make sense to run a 150 watt RMS speaker with only the radio power. My suspicions are that they are rating them as 150 per pair or 75 per speaker which would be better, but still a little high for your application especially if you're still using the factory radio. This is one of the most common mistakes that I hear people make because they think they need huge power handling speakers for them to be good and durable. Can't tell you how many people have walked in my store looking for new speakers that they couldn't destroy because they just blew the 300 watt Pioneers they purchased at Wally World last year with their factory radio. Then they are always amazed when I sell them a speaker with lower power handling and it's louder and lasts longer.
__________________
2001 XLT, 3.0, 18k miles, stock???
www.streamline-audio.com
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 11-03-2012, 01:04 PM
ec158 ec158 is offline
Ford Ranger Owner
 
Join Date: Oct 2010
Posts: 65
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

Quote:
Originally Posted by hergy916 View Post
These speakers will be an improvement over the factory ones, but not a great choice for long term. Both sets have Piezo tweeters which will be very fatiguing over time. These tweeters make for decent sensitivity at low volume but at higher volume they will have a shrill to them. Also, not likely that their actual RMS power handling is as high as they claim which is also a good thing since it wouldn't make sense to run a 150 watt RMS speaker with only the radio power. My suspicions are that they are rating them as 150 per pair or 75 per speaker which would be better, but still a little high for your application especially if you're still using the factory radio. This is one of the most common mistakes that I hear people make because they think they need huge power handling speakers for them to be good and durable. Can't tell you how many people have walked in my store looking for new speakers that they couldn't destroy because they just blew the 300 watt Pioneers they purchased at Wally World last year with their factory radio. Then they are always amazed when I sell them a speaker with lower power handling and it's louder and lasts longer.
Based on this, what would be your recommendation for front and rear speakers, without spending a fortune?
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 11-03-2012, 06:16 PM
GLH GLH is offline
Ford Ranger Driver
 
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 8,818
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

Quote:
Originally Posted by Skylark65 View Post
funny, i've been thinking of picking up a pair of 6x8 pyle speakers to replace my stock rear speakers, they've got pretty good reviews and seem to be what i'm looking for.

Amazon.com: Pyle PL683BL 6 x 8-Inch 360-Watt 3-Way Speakers: Car Electronics

let me know how you like 'em if you get 'em, i'll do the same!
Those pyle speakers are trash. If you just want some replacement speakers to run off headunit power only, get some Pioneer coaxials.
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 11-05-2012, 12:21 PM
java.judge.924 java.judge.924 is offline
Learning to use the forums
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 7
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

Quote:
Originally Posted by GLH View Post
Those pyle speakers are trash. If you just want some replacement speakers to run off headunit power only, get some Pioneer coaxials.
The reason that I chose the Pyles is that they came in a set of 4 so I could replace both the front and the back speakers at the same time. I have not seen any Pioneer speakers that come in a set of 4. If there is a place that you know of where I can buy a set like this, that would be great to know. If not, I guess I could by 2 pairs and ship them both. I included a link to some I found on Amazon.

My question is, these speakers cost more and have a lower peak wattage output. If I were to get a new head and an amp in the future, would I be maxing out these speakers, or would they still perform better than the Pyles?



http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-TS-G6844R-G-Series-Coaxial-Speakers/dp/B0065XBGCC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1352142724&sr=8-1&keywords=Pioneer+coaxial+6x8+speakers
__________________
'95 Ford Ranger XLT - 2.3L - 5 speed - Falken Rocky Mountain AT/S
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 11-05-2012, 01:40 PM
Jonesboy93 Jonesboy93 is offline
Ford Tough
 
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 453
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by java.judge.924

The reason that I chose the Pyles is that they came in a set of 4 so I could replace both the front and the back speakers at the same time. I have not seen any Pioneer speakers that come in a set of 4. If there is a place that you know of where I can buy a set like this, that would be great to know. If not, I guess I could by 2 pairs and ship them both. I included a link to some I found on Amazon.

My question is, these speakers cost more and have a lower peak wattage output. If I were to get a new head and an amp in the future, would I be maxing out these speakers, or would they still perform better than the Pyles?

Video Link: http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-TS-G6844R-G-Series-Coaxial-Speakers/dp/B0065XBGCC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1352142724&sr=8-1&keywords=Pioneer+coaxial+6x8+speakers
not a fan of pyles. pioneers are good for the price. you shouldn't look at max watts when buying anything audio related. Later when you get an amp, get one that will put out more than the rms of the speaker. say a speaker is 70 rms, get an amp that can do 90 or so. price difference is bc of quality. loudness doesn't have to do with watts, it has to do with the speakers sensitivity and efficiency. a 30 watt speaker can blast a 80 watt speaker if it is more efficient at reproducing sound.
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 11-06-2012, 11:11 AM
GLH GLH is offline
Ford Ranger Driver
 
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 8,818
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

Quote:
Originally Posted by java.judge.924 View Post
The reason that I chose the Pyles is that they came in a set of 4 so I could replace both the front and the back speakers at the same time. I have not seen any Pioneer speakers that come in a set of 4. If there is a place that you know of where I can buy a set like this, that would be great to know. If not, I guess I could by 2 pairs and ship them both. I included a link to some I found on Amazon.

My question is, these speakers cost more and have a lower peak wattage output. If I were to get a new head and an amp in the future, would I be maxing out these speakers, or would they still perform better than the Pyles?



Amazon.com: Pioneer TS-G6844R G-Series 6" x 8" 2-Way Coaxial Speakers: Electronics
Are you looking for speakers that can handle an amp or just to run off the headunit ? If you want some that will do either/or, both are way wrong choices. Look at Infinity Reference that will handle 2-60 watts RMS and have a sensitivity rating of 90+, as an example. The sensitivity allows them to work well with low power from any headunit, and the 60 watts RMS (forget peak or max anything) shows they can be powered by an external amp of 50-75 watts RMS output per channel.
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 11-22-2012, 11:51 PM
AmericanPride! AmericanPride! is offline
Ford Ranger Driver
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 6,724
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by GLH View Post
Are you looking for speakers that can handle an amp or just to run off the headunit ? If you want some that will do either/or, both are way wrong choices. Look at Infinity Reference that will handle 2-60 watts RMS and have a sensitivity rating of 90+, as an example. The sensitivity allows them to work well with low power from any headunit, and the 60 watts RMS (forget peak or max anything) shows they can be powered by an external amp of 50-75 watts RMS output per channel.
Infinity is a great choice. Pyle is...well, a pile. People give good reviews to cheap cost.

Infinity is the best low cost/high quality speakers around.

Take it from an installer that has used just about every brand out there
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 11-23-2012, 12:14 AM
Stewart Stewart is offline
photog
 
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 3,739
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

Quote:
Originally Posted by AmericanPride! View Post
Infinity is a great choice. Pyle is...well, a pile. People give good reviews to cheap cost.

Infinity is the best low cost/high quality speakers around.

Take it from an installer that has used just about every brand out there
I can dig it.

I would only use Pyle speakers to mess around with or test equipment. If they blow, who cares? Doesn't matter. I would not ever use Pyle in any kind of install that I want to be some quality and last a long time. You get what you pay for.
__________________
1997 Ford Ranger XLT
2.3L I4, 5 speed manual | Build
Flipped Shackles | Cat Delete | Polished Stock Exhaust | Throttle Cable Mod | LED conversions [cluster, HVAC, tag]
JVC KD-HDR60 | Polk Audio db6501 | Bazooka Bass Tube BT6024DVC | Hifonics ZRX1000.4 | PAC-LC1

RIP 10/8/15
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 11-24-2012, 11:27 AM
java.judge.924 java.judge.924 is offline
Learning to use the forums
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 7
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

Just to update, I actually had someone buy the Pyles for me after I started this post. I installed all 4 into my truck. I have to say that I am pleasantly surprised. I have had them about a month now, and the sound is not bad. The highs are very crisp and clear. There is a good solid midrange. If you like a really solid thump in the bass, you will want to put some sort of sub in the system as well. These do not have much bass to speak of. However, if you plan on installing a sub, these would make good speakers for the upper ranges. I drove a 2013 Mustang GT 5.0 with a Shaker audio system in it, and I thought that the highs from these Pyle speakers would compete. There was no comparison in the lows though. I would rate them a 4.5/5 in their price level.
__________________
'95 Ford Ranger XLT - 2.3L - 5 speed - Falken Rocky Mountain AT/S
Reply With Quote
  #15  
Old 11-25-2012, 03:50 PM
GLH GLH is offline
Ford Ranger Driver
 
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 8,818
Default Re: Replacing stock speaker system in an extended cab

Those Mustang shaker systems suck just as bad as any factory audio option.
Reply With Quote
Reply

Tags
audio, audio subs amp system, speakers

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Extended Cab Seats in a Regular Cab? Yeller Interior Tech 17 12-31-2011 02:09 PM
For Sale: Stock 93 Extended cab coil springs brinker88 Suspension Parts 0 12-31-2011 08:57 AM
Replacing speaker wire with larger? duckloads Audio / Video 4 12-03-2011 07:41 AM
speaker system? Cove Audio / Video 0 04-07-2011 03:36 PM
regular cab seats in an extended cab?? that_guy Interior Tech 3 01-22-2010 06:37 AM