Where do you guys buy your Audio gear online from?
10-07-10, 11:49 PM
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Where do you guys buy your Audio gear online from?
I have a 93SC400 and I am looking to do some simple Audio upgrades. Other than Crutchfield, where/what are some good sites with reasonable prices?
I already have an Alpine CDE-102 that I plan to use deck, any recommendations on what 6 1/2's to use on the front doors/rear deck. (I am probably not going to install a sub, for now) Thanks for the advice guys.......
I already have an Alpine CDE-102 that I plan to use deck, any recommendations on what 6 1/2's to use on the front doors/rear deck. (I am probably not going to install a sub, for now) Thanks for the advice guys.......
10-08-10, 07:10 AM
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I have a 93SC400 and I am looking to do some simple Audio upgrades. Other than Crutchfield, where/what are some good sites with reasonable prices?
I already have an Alpine CDE-102 that I plan to use deck, any recommendations on what 6 1/2's to use on the front doors/rear deck. (I am probably not going to install a sub, for now) Thanks for the advice guys.......
I already have an Alpine CDE-102 that I plan to use deck, any recommendations on what 6 1/2's to use on the front doors/rear deck. (I am probably not going to install a sub, for now) Thanks for the advice guys.......
ive purchased a few things from Sonic Electronix. but shop around. sometimes its better to just buy something local to avoid shipping costs
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/
10-09-10, 07:04 AM
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You might want to check out....but these are only if you really want to buy new. Most of the stuff I've bought came from ebay or craigslist.
www.onlinecarstereo.com
www.techronics.com
I've bought stuff from both of these sites.
www.onlinecarstereo.com
www.techronics.com
I've bought stuff from both of these sites.
10-13-10, 10:42 AM
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The problem with buying from some of these sites is that the product doesn't come with a manufacturer's warranty. Crutchfield is overpriced but does come with the warranty. I.E. My eclipse h/u has a 3 yr warranty when bought from an authorized dealer and installed by an authorized installer. I know some may not care and just want it cheaper at the time, but why buy something now to replace it in less than a yr b/c it's broke. Then you have to buy a replacement. I don't know. Just my $.02.
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10-13-10, 11:48 PM
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http://www.soundsolutionsaudio.com/store/
http://www.edesignaudio.com/
if you want legit audio stuff for a reasonable price
http://www.edesignaudio.com/
if you want legit audio stuff for a reasonable price
10-14-10, 02:28 AM
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If you're worried about warranty, i would suggest getting it from a local authorized retailer or online at crutchfield. A local store will give some help with troubles, and crutchfield will also give you a install manual and any adapters you might need. You do pay full retail, but you also get the full warranty.
If you're looking for the cheapest then i would suggest e b a y. It's the cheapest you'll get, but 9 out of 10 times it won't come with a manufacture warranty. Most do come with a DOA (dead on arrival) though, so at least when you get it, you can install it and if it doesn't work, return it.
You also have to becareful with refurbished products, most only come with a 90 day warranty. I would stay away from refurbished, i've bought a few things, and they always end up having problems.
As far as other sights such as sonic electronix, they're great and come with a warranty, but it's through the website and not through the manufacturer. And like Maximus54 said, you can always get square trade extended warranty, (also available on e b a y products) but i've never dealt with a warranty claim, so i don't know how that is. But i did deal with a inhouse warranty claim at circuit city, and it was pain. They wanted a copy of the original receipt. They claimed the warranty period was over, so i scanned it to prove that it was still under warranty, then they gave me the run around.
GL with audio gear. Another option is to buy used, but you also need to be careful there.
If you're looking for the cheapest then i would suggest e b a y. It's the cheapest you'll get, but 9 out of 10 times it won't come with a manufacture warranty. Most do come with a DOA (dead on arrival) though, so at least when you get it, you can install it and if it doesn't work, return it.
You also have to becareful with refurbished products, most only come with a 90 day warranty. I would stay away from refurbished, i've bought a few things, and they always end up having problems.
As far as other sights such as sonic electronix, they're great and come with a warranty, but it's through the website and not through the manufacturer. And like Maximus54 said, you can always get square trade extended warranty, (also available on e b a y products) but i've never dealt with a warranty claim, so i don't know how that is. But i did deal with a inhouse warranty claim at circuit city, and it was pain. They wanted a copy of the original receipt. They claimed the warranty period was over, so i scanned it to prove that it was still under warranty, then they gave me the run around.
GL with audio gear. Another option is to buy used, but you also need to be careful there.
10-14-10, 09:18 AM
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Sonic Electronix is a good dealer. I've bought a lot of components short of the actual headunit from them. Great selection and they price match.
Regarding headunits, I've bought on Amazon from Amazon as well as from small no-name places. You really have to be careful because you often don't get a warranty.
My friend bought a refurb Avic F700bt on ebay and so far hasn't had any issue's. But you really can't go off of one person's experience. Honestly, you're taking a risk buying something like that as a refurb off ebay.
Craigslist is another decent option. I saw some really nice used units on there. Often the seller even has it still installed in the car so you can test it out before buying it. Again though that's really risky.
Basically, it boils down to whether you want that warranty or not. If you can live without it and don't mind taking a risk, you can find a potentially great unit for cheap. Good Luck.
Regarding headunits, I've bought on Amazon from Amazon as well as from small no-name places. You really have to be careful because you often don't get a warranty.
My friend bought a refurb Avic F700bt on ebay and so far hasn't had any issue's. But you really can't go off of one person's experience. Honestly, you're taking a risk buying something like that as a refurb off ebay.
Craigslist is another decent option. I saw some really nice used units on there. Often the seller even has it still installed in the car so you can test it out before buying it. Again though that's really risky.
Basically, it boils down to whether you want that warranty or not. If you can live without it and don't mind taking a risk, you can find a potentially great unit for cheap. Good Luck.
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Good Point GoodRevs, used is another option that saves money. I bought and sold a bunch of used stuff on craigslist and diymobileaudio.com But you do have to be careful and buy from a reputable seller. When i buy or sell on craigslist, i always test it out before exchanging cash.
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For dynamat the internet would be the cheapest. Just use google shopping to find the cheapest place thats reputable. Because its just sound dampening you dont have to worry about warranty or anything like that.
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You should also look into other brands too besides dynamat. There's Hushmat, B-Quiet, fatmat, zilla mat, plus others from Stinger and Scosche.
I'm not gonna say it's all the same, but do your research and pick what fits your application. Also prices vary from brand to brand too, with dynamat being the most expensive. So shop around and see what fits your budget.
A lot of the stuff is available on ebay too. GL and have Fun
I'm not gonna say it's all the same, but do your research and pick what fits your application. Also prices vary from brand to brand too, with dynamat being the most expensive. So shop around and see what fits your budget.
A lot of the stuff is available on ebay too. GL and have Fun