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Recs on boat stereo system
Posted on 1/14/19 at 9:28 pm
Posted on 1/14/19 at 9:28 pm
I've seen a few threads on here before, but I'm in the market and wanna see if anybody has any new info
19ft CC
2 stroke Johnson
Looking for 4 speakers, Bluetooth/AUX
Want to jam while running 30-40mph with that loud arse motor
Mainly saltwater use
$300-$500 limit
What y'all baws got??
Potential placement
19ft CC
2 stroke Johnson
Looking for 4 speakers, Bluetooth/AUX
Want to jam while running 30-40mph with that loud arse motor
Mainly saltwater use
$300-$500 limit
What y'all baws got??
Potential placement
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Posted on 1/14/19 at 9:57 pm to TheArrogantCorndog
JL Audio does some great work not sure on their prices for what you want though
Posted on 1/14/19 at 10:05 pm to GeauxHouston
I've looked at JL, BOSS, and Fusion systems
Adding an amp to push 150w/per speaker wouldn't be an issue (only price is a factor)... I've got a blank canvas to work with, and plenty of batteries to push it
Adding an amp to push 150w/per speaker wouldn't be an issue (only price is a factor)... I've got a blank canvas to work with, and plenty of batteries to push it
Posted on 1/14/19 at 10:19 pm to TheArrogantCorndog
Don't.
Save yourself alot of money and headache and get a nice Bluetooth speaker.
Save yourself alot of money and headache and get a nice Bluetooth speaker.
Posted on 1/14/19 at 10:22 pm to TheArrogantCorndog
I have a Kenwood deck and 4 JL audio speakers. Rarely use it as I enjoy the growl of my 2 stroke too much (read too much wind/motor noise). Even with the volume cranked, I can't really hear it while running. Generally doing 45-55mph and the occasional bump in the mid 60's. I can hear it best while washing the boat. 
Posted on 1/14/19 at 10:25 pm to Cajun367
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Save yourself alot of money and headache and get a nice Bluetooth speaker.
This is what I did
Posted on 1/14/19 at 10:53 pm to Cajun367
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Save yourself alot of money and headache and get a nice Bluetooth speaker.
I'm all ears.. what would you recommend?
I'd rather not go through the hassle of cutting holes, wiring, etc if I had a better option that was loud enough to be heard over the 2 stroke
I have an Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket2 already, but it's too small and not loud enough
Posted on 1/14/19 at 10:56 pm to TheArrogantCorndog
I agree with the BT speaker idea way less of a hassle and cheaper...
Posted on 1/14/19 at 11:02 pm to NewIberiaHaircut
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Even with the volume cranked, I can't really hear it while running. Generally doing 45-55mph and the occasional bump in the mid 60's. I can hear it best while washing the boat.
Lol, how many watts are you pushing??
My girl (No pics) and I go cruise down the diversion to Maurepas or Blind River at least twice a month and would love some sweet cruising tunes we can jam to
But I grew up fishing Galliano on south to Grand Isle, and would love something that was durable in the salt environment, as that will be where we spend most of our time
Posted on 1/14/19 at 11:06 pm to GeauxHouston
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I agree with the BT speaker idea way less of a hassle and cheaper...
So what is a good sound bar that'll take a saltwater environment pretty well, and be loud enough to over power a 2 stroke (thinking I'm gonna mount it on the console facing me)
Posted on 1/15/19 at 6:25 am to TheArrogantCorndog
Wetsounds and Jl Audio dominate the marine speaker market and are both really well made products. Trying to hear in a CC boat underway will be tough with the wind, let alone a 2 stroke. Your speaker placement looks good but would need to amplify if you don’t have super efficient speakers or a head unit putting out over 75w/channel.
I have bought all my equip to install this year in my boat (speakers, amp, head unit) and will be installing 4 in gunnels and a pair in the console to hear when swimming. I went with wetsound speakers due to efficieny experience and a Kenwood 5-ch marine amp to push them. Hoping they sound good underway.
Sorry but I’ve spent double you budget just on components.
I’m not aware of any BT soundbar that will do what you want.
I have bought all my equip to install this year in my boat (speakers, amp, head unit) and will be installing 4 in gunnels and a pair in the console to hear when swimming. I went with wetsound speakers due to efficieny experience and a Kenwood 5-ch marine amp to push them. Hoping they sound good underway.
Sorry but I’ve spent double you budget just on components.
I’m not aware of any BT soundbar that will do what you want.
Posted on 1/15/19 at 6:44 am to TheArrogantCorndog
I have a 90 2 stroke which some call the Harley of marine world, and she is loud! My first stereo setup screamed. it was Kicker 6.5's ($150 for 4) and a 400w Max amp, and a bluetooth controller for playing the music.
Kicker speakers
Kennwood AMP
entire setup is only $300
This set up lasted 4+ years.
In my new Boat im running (2) JL 8.8's and they are very impressive to say the least.
Kicker speakers
Kennwood AMP
entire setup is only $300
This set up lasted 4+ years.
In my new Boat im running (2) JL 8.8's and they are very impressive to say the least.
Posted on 1/15/19 at 7:32 am to TheArrogantCorndog
If that is your budget, just get a Wetsounds Stealth 6 sound bar and mount it to crossbar on your console. Bluetooth with an amp built in. If you want to add the stand alone stealth subwoofer to it later on, it's real easy and you don't have to change anything to do it.
The stealth 6 isnt as loud as the stealth 10 but it will be plenty loud enough for you to jam while running, especially if you mount it on the crossbar facing you.
A friend of mine owns Wetsounds and they stand behind their products. High quality stuff that will last in any conditions.
The stealth 6 isnt as loud as the stealth 10 but it will be plenty loud enough for you to jam while running, especially if you mount it on the crossbar facing you.
A friend of mine owns Wetsounds and they stand behind their products. High quality stuff that will last in any conditions.
This post was edited on 1/15/19 at 7:35 am
Posted on 1/15/19 at 7:39 am to Cajun367
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Save yourself alot of money and headache and get a nice Bluetooth speaker
Need a rec for a nice speaker.....I have a Bluetooth speaker but it keeps losing the connection.
I have a Nitro Z18 if that info helps
Posted on 1/15/19 at 7:47 am to Wtodd
See one post above.
It has to be hardwired to a 12v battery but it is bluetooth with no head unit, amp, or anything else needed.
It has to be hardwired to a 12v battery but it is bluetooth with no head unit, amp, or anything else needed.
This post was edited on 1/15/19 at 7:50 am
Posted on 1/15/19 at 8:01 am to Marlo Stanfield
That looks nice, hadn’t seen their sound bars.
Posted on 1/15/19 at 8:02 am to TheArrogantCorndog
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Want to jam while running 30-40mph with that loud arse motor
Wetsounds
Now if you want to jam to better quality while not having the motor running JL. But Wetsounds are made to hear while being towed behind a wake board boat. They project loud as hell. With that budget, I'd start with just two channels for now
I have JL 8s in boat and Wetsounds rev 10's on my tower
This post was edited on 1/15/19 at 8:06 am
Posted on 1/15/19 at 8:04 am to Marlo Stanfield
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A friend of mine owns Wetsounds
Outdoor Board Discount Code????
Posted on 1/15/19 at 8:05 am to TheArrogantCorndog
Why not put the speakers on the side of the center console? That would be an easier install. I run bazooka marine 8" speakers in my boat. Love their products, and their company is based in BR.
Wetsoundz are awesome as well, but expensive.
Wetsoundz are awesome as well, but expensive.
Posted on 1/15/19 at 8:21 am to jdavid1
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Why not put the speakers on the side of the center console?
I will never do this again. I had it in my first boat.They point out to the world and its hard to hear in the boat compared to how the OP is going to mount them. if you can make them point at you, do it.
But like you said, it is an easy install, just not as functional.
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