Ok. I couldnt take the stock speakers anymore and found that I like the D-series Pioneers component speakers. I had them installed and the guys at the autosound shop didnt install the crossovers and said that the Clarion HU was already filtering the sound to the speakers.

Question #1. Is that a load of crap?
Question #2. Would the Pioneer crossovers help the sound still using the factory HU?

The sound is barely better if at all now. Looks like the problem lies with the factory Clarion HU. My plan is to upgrade the HU and I really dont want outboard amps or a sub since I AutoX and PDX this car.

Question #3. What would be a good headunit that has:
a. clean, built in amplification
b. tone control that is more than bass/treble. Built in EQ would be nice.

Criteria for HU:
1. must play CDs
2. EQ more than bass/treble
3. USB would be nice
4. DD or Single DIN (no preference)
5. NO GPS
6. Video (no preference)
7. Bluetooth (no preference)
8. Satellite (would be nice, but not necessary)
9. Price less than $600
10. Removable faceplate would be nice.

Thanks in advance. ☺

 

For a new HU, I bought the Pioneer AVHp4000DVD If you would like a link, PM I also have the Ipod cable. Cost me $359.99 Shipped. New.

Receiver Size Double DIN
Faceplate Security None
Motorized Faceplate Yes
Remote Control Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)

* Pioneer CD-R55

Peak Power Output 50 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power Output 22 watts x 4 channels
Preamp RCA Outputs 2 Pairs (Front and Switchable Rear/Subwoofer)
Sub Preamp RCA Output Yes
Preamp Voltage 4 volts
Built-In Equalizer EEQ -- 3-band parametric with 5 preset curves
Display Type 6.1" TFT-LCD Monitor
Display Color Full Color
Button Color Switchable: Blue/Red
CD Signal-to-Noise 97 dB

Playback Features
AM/FM Tuner Yes
FM Presets 18
AM Presets 6
CD-R/RW Playback Yes
MP3 Playback Yes
WMA Playback Yes
DVD / Video Playback DVD
DVD±R/RW
DivX
VCD (MPEG-1)

 

Go to www.crutchfield.com and you will find lots of headunits that will fit your 350z. Just input make/model and look for anything that matches your criteria. Also before I forget.. crutchfield is a great place to find what your looking for, but it's also a bit too pricey so shop around. Now about your question.. First off, crossovers will help. Especially if they are component speakers. Crossovers help separate your mid levels from your highs, so if your using component speakers (which i think you are) then your speakers will sound cleaner.. hope this helped

 

Thanks for the responses!

Graffkid732, what do you like about the Pioneer you bought? It says 3band parametric w/5 preset curves. What is that like? Bass, Mid, Treble? I'm looking for a HU that has decent power for the Pioneer TS-D702 component speakers I have and adjust its ouput to diff. freq. Or, did you find that after chucking the stock HU, that you didnt need much eq'ing to acheive decent sound?

What else are you using in your system? Speakers, amp, sub, other???

Thanks.

 

aduhm619, I have used Crutchfield and thats fine. What I'm looking for are examples of what you guys are using, what you like/dislike, and the all important, if you had to do it again, what would you do different.

My initial concept is to just swap the front speakers. That has been stymied by the horrible factory eq'ing of the stock HU. Too bad to since it appears to have decent power. Now I have decisions to make like:

1. DD head or single
2. outboard amp
3. put in a sub

If I have a plan now and stick to it, I'll be much better off than doing it piece by piece.

Also, did you do any Dynamat or Fatmat or other modifications?

Thanks.

 

i would def. do DD HU

Pioneer Avh-P3100DVD:
https://my350z.com/forum/audio-and-v...vd-w-pics.html

*DVD Video, DivX, MP3/WMA/iTunes AAC playback
*iPod Direct Control (CD-IU50V Required)
*Bluetooth® Adapter Ready (CD-BTB200 Required)
*2 RCA Hi-Volt preouts for adding on external amps and speakers simplify system expansion.
*Play your MP3, WMA, iTunes AAC and even DivX files from CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW, or USB Device.
*Built-in MOSFET 50 W x 4 amplifier for excellent sound quality, minimal distortion and efficient power handling.
*Supertuner® IIID advanced analog and digital processing assure superior imaging, less distortion and noise, and stronger, smoother broadcast signal reception.
*Select among five display colors and 112 key panel illumination to match car interior lighting, color, and design. You can even set your favorite JPEG file as a wallpaper. Parked with no place to go? Now you can enjoy a slideshow of your photos on a CD or USB Device .
*Controlling your movies and music has never been easier. With a smooth swipe of your finger on the touch panel display, you can fastforward and rewind Audio/Video* content.