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by Answerbag Staff on November 11th, 2009

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How much does a good car sound system cost?

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  • by Charlotte Mission on November 11th, 2009

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    On One Hand: From the Automaker

    ConsumerReports.org explains that for the average person the standard sound system that comes with a car from the dealer is sufficient. If you need the best, the automaker's premium options are a good choice, though they do have a higher price tag. As of 2009, automaker packages could generally run about $1,030.

    On the Other: Aftermarket Systems

    Aftermarket sound systems can provide the opportunity for continual upgrades and features that aren't available through automakers. These systems are good for people who want the best quality sound and have time to research the perfect system for their car. As of 2009, the average price of an aftermarket system was $2,400.

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    Automaker packages are often just as good as the aftermarket systems and cost less; there is also the advantage of the system being under the manufacturer's warranty, which can save you money in the long run.

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  • by Brandon_C953 on February 28th, 2011

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    Car audio is no joke. Its expensive, and takes knowledge. If your lookin for some decent bass, Go somewhere else. Ground shaking bass is what its all about, but it has a big price tag. Okay, If you really want to pound, and you definitely have trunk space, 2 Kicker Solo Barics L7 15". 600$ each. They handle 2000 watts, And 1000 rms. That's a hell of a lot of power. Next, A high quality amplifier. Kicker, Rockford Fosgate, HiFonics, Alpine, etc. Your lookin at 1000-2000$. Yeah, Expensive, I know. But you'll have to be lookin for an amp that puts out 2500 Watts max for those subs, go higher you'll blow them. Next, a 1/0 Gauge wiring kit. 150-200$. This comes with the wire to connect your amp to your Headunit, and to your battery, and also groundwire. So with all that demand for more power you'll definitely need a higher output alternator. Recommended would be Ohio Generators. Bout 200-500$ if anything. After all this, you'll still need a capacitor. Still with me? You must be serious then. For the subs you still have a problem. The enclosure, have a professional build a box for you, preferably a "Ported" box, tuned to 32-40 hertz. The box's port can act as a third sub. That'd cost you bout 400$. So do the math, Don't be lazy. If you can afford that, You'll be bangin with the big boys.

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  • by Audio_Man on January 2nd, 2010

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    Wow a auto maker makes a good system? LMAO thats is so not true. Show me a auto maker that takes a stock car and goes and wins a comp. Hmm....Anyone? With that being said a good system cost at the min-$1000 and up. Depends on the size of the the amps, subs, speakers, cap, batter, alt, how many are you pushing, how loud do you want to go. On average though most peoples systems are around $800-$2200. A stock system is worth about $400 max if its a good one, even though it still won't win you anything. No bump in your trunk with a stock system.

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  • by beastlycamaro on December 22nd, 2009

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    it depends on how much your looking to spend i just bought a syatem for $300 with one 800 watt power acoustic amp and a 10 in eclispe sub in a ported box

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