audio upgrade help
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From: Southern Virginia
I THINK the Moto G2 speakers just came out so I don't know if folks have had much time to test them yet. I have been pleased with the first gen wdx6 in my fairing. I decided early on to stick with weather resistant speakers because of the high humidity area I live in. Maybe think about your riding style to help you decide. A lot of times when I am out riding my bike will be sitting outside in the sun and rain at events and stops.
I have heard folks say that if you don't like the weather in Ohio just wait five minutes and it will change.
I have heard folks say that if you don't like the weather in Ohio just wait five minutes and it will change.
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I have not heard the new wdx G2's but I had a few sets of the old wdx's. I would get the hcx's hands down over the old wdx. SQ from the hcx's are better than the old wdx but not as loud. Personally I will take SQ over volume any day.
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Originally Posted by Alton Bonin
Ok so I guess the last question for now at least is whats a better fairing speaker.
Hertz hcx165 or the DB drive wdx6 Moro G2
ive watched videos of the hertz and they sound really good. (YouTube good). The only thing that worries me is they are paper and only water resistant
i havent found much on the DB drives but they always weather proof ..
Ive found the hertz for $200 and the DB drives are like $350.
Im going to be ordering the stinger spx700x4 amp and the hertz sv165 for the lowers.
so which speaker will sound best with that amp?
Hertz hcx165 or the DB drive wdx6 Moro G2
ive watched videos of the hertz and they sound really good. (YouTube good). The only thing that worries me is they are paper and only water resistant
i havent found much on the DB drives but they always weather proof ..
Ive found the hertz for $200 and the DB drives are like $350.
Im going to be ordering the stinger spx700x4 amp and the hertz sv165 for the lowers.
so which speaker will sound best with that amp?
A bud was kind enuff to send me a set this week to try out for my dragon's recliner / king TP. The water proof factor can be a pretty big deal for for the daily riders and road trips aa Mother Nature is just part of the experience for that type of rider or riding.
If dB did not make some aggressive changes to the screaming highs associated with the Gen 1 WDX, then I would honestly recommend continuing ur search.
Be patient brother!!!
T
Last edited by Tailwind; Mar 1, 2019 at 06:54 AM.
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SQ from the hcx's are better than the old wdx but not as loud.
Maybe we can talk Marco into buying a set to test.
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From: mentor ohio
I THINK the Moto G2 speakers just came out so I don't know if folks have had much time to test them yet. I have been pleased with the first gen wdx6 in my fairing. I decided early on to stick with weather resistant speakers because of the high humidity area I live in. Maybe think about your riding style to help you decide. A lot of times when I am out riding my bike will be sitting outside in the sun and rain at events and stops.
I have heard folks say that if you don't like the weather in Ohio just wait five minutes and it will change.
I have heard folks say that if you don't like the weather in Ohio just wait five minutes and it will change.
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Opposing opinions can possibly be a good thing so here goes. Based on the 2 speakers on ur list my ears are not really in the HCX fan club so I would hold off and see what dB Drive did w the WDX Moto Gen 2s.
A bud was kind enuff to send me a set this week to try out for my dragon's recliner / king TP. The water proof factor can be a pretty big deal for for the daily riders and road trips aa Mother Nature is just part of the experience for that type of rider or riding.
If dB did not make some aggressive changes to the screaming highs associated with the Gen 1 WDX, then I would honestly recommend continuing ur search.
Be patient brother!!!
T
A bud was kind enuff to send me a set this week to try out for my dragon's recliner / king TP. The water proof factor can be a pretty big deal for for the daily riders and road trips aa Mother Nature is just part of the experience for that type of rider or riding.
If dB did not make some aggressive changes to the screaming highs associated with the Gen 1 WDX, then I would honestly recommend continuing ur search.
Be patient brother!!!
T
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From: mentor ohio
Man every time I think Im set something changes lol. Im trying to be patient but my problem is the longer I hold onto the funds I have set aside for this the more likely the wife will find something to spend it on lol. There is a shop down the road that specializes in car audio and they say they do about 200 Harley systems a year. They have been around since I was a kid so I guess they have some knowledge. Maybe I should go see what they are about and see what they would do. I never thought there would be this many choices out there . My brain is turning to mush. I know a big problem is my budget but Im just looking for better not the best. But at the same time I want the best for my budget. The best bang for my buck if you will
Good sound
weather proof
quality
Good sound
weather proof
quality
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Maybe I should go see what they are about and see what they would do.
You are smart enough to do this, I can tell just by the way you ask and respond to questions. Once you choose and order your gear folks here can talk you through the install. If you get stumped post a picture and a description of what you need to know and someone here can walk you through to the next step.
The thing to remember is anything you choose will be better than stock. Right now you are just trying to decide what icing you want on your cake so to speak. Once you get your basic system in and tinker with it you will learn what your ears like over time. What sounds awesome to the guy at the shop may make your ears bleed at 70 mph. When you assemble and tune things yourself you are arming yourself with knowledge that will pay off big time down the road.
Don't give up.
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From: mentor ohio
Most here would recommend you stay out of the shops and learn to do this yourself Alton. I understand your hesitation, a lot of us were like that at the start of our journey. The thing to remember is most shops that specialize in car audio and do bikes only do quick turn key systems that are louder than stock but do not always fit the customer's specific wish list.
You are smart enough to do this, I can tell just by the way you ask and respond to questions. Once you choose and order your gear folks here can talk you through the install. If you get stumped post a picture and a description of what you need to know and someone here can walk you through to the next step.
The thing to remember is anything you choose will be better than stock. Right now you are just trying to decide what icing you want on your cake so to speak. Once you get your basic system in and tinker with it you will learn what your ears like over time. What sounds awesome to the guy at the shop may make your ears bleed at 70 mph. When you assemble and tune things yourself you are arming yourself with knowledge that will pay off big time down the road.
Don't give up.
You are smart enough to do this, I can tell just by the way you ask and respond to questions. Once you choose and order your gear folks here can talk you through the install. If you get stumped post a picture and a description of what you need to know and someone here can walk you through to the next step.
The thing to remember is anything you choose will be better than stock. Right now you are just trying to decide what icing you want on your cake so to speak. Once you get your basic system in and tinker with it you will learn what your ears like over time. What sounds awesome to the guy at the shop may make your ears bleed at 70 mph. When you assemble and tune things yourself you are arming yourself with knowledge that will pay off big time down the road.
Don't give up.
i even read wear one guy said you can scotch bright paper speakers to make them waterproof....I have a hard time believing that wouldnt mess up the sound quality........
But i do very much appreciate all the help and advice Im getting from everyone. Guess I was just expecting to be like I have this much money this is what I want and people would be like well this is what you need so go buy it lol .....nothings ever easy
Last edited by Alton Bonin; Mar 1, 2019 at 09:14 AM.
