Calling I.C.E. gurus, your wisdom is requested!
I've recently upgraded to Focal 165KRs in the doors for my 2005 GT4 and Im very disappointed with the results. I had the install done by a car audio shop for a pretty penny and Im a bit gutted really.
Here are the details:
The Focal drivers are mounted in stock location with spacers (unknown type)
Doors have been Dynamatted
The Focal tweeters are mounted in the stock location behind the grill
I'm running the Focals via an Alpine V12 MRP-F550 amp - 90WRMS per channel (1/2 channels)
The stock rears are disconnected
No Sub yet but planned for soon running from channels 3/4 bridged
Headunit is Alpine INA-W910r. HPF set at 60hz currently for fronts. EQ levels set at default 0 for highs and lows.
I havent had a chance yet to pull off the door cards and inspect the work.
I've run Focal Access 6.5" component speakers off the same Alpine amp in a previous installation in a different car and was very happy with the results.
I'm thinking that the performance issues are likely to be a result of the install, everything sounds harsh with muddy bass and midrange and screechy highs.
Bearing in mind I haven't actually had the door card off and seen the install yet, can anyone offer some advice on where to focus my attention and best practice re sound deadening the doors?
Im considering:
removing tweeter grill from stock location
relocating tweeters to A pillars
Dremeling out driver speaker door panel and covering with speaker cloth
foam ring sound deadening around and behind main drivers - see this http://www.soundconnectioninc.com/magento/index.php/home-page-items/5-f-a-s-t-ring-kit.html
A load more Dynamat on the doors
Obviously checking the crossovers on amp, HU and the Focal units themselves for any mismatches - will probably set Amp Xovers for full pass if not already.
Thanks in advance for any guidance offered.