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I like the new Ram with the Alpine sound system but I must admit that it’s front dash speakers are not exactly clear, especially at higher frequencies. For example, cymbals sort of buzz.
Following some guidelines that I found on the internet, I decided to use the newer Infinity X REF-3032cfx speakers to replace the paper cone lovelies in Eyore’’s dash (yes, his name is Eyore). I popped off the covers (being careful with the light sensor cable on the center cover). I wound up using a 9/32” ignition wrench and a tiny 1/4 ratcheting driver with a 9/32” socket to get the 7mm screws out due to the tight space by the windshield. I added Metra 71-039C adaptors, being careful to support the tiny speaker terminals when pressing on the connectors. It’s not my first rodeo, I’ve broken speaker connections before. Sigh. Anyway, it’s a great upgrade. Cymbals now sound like a real musical instrument. I’m quite happy.
I personally hate boom-boom and keep the bass turned down because the factory box is a little one-noted. I typically design my own speaker enclosures so that I can hear music with a good frequency response and no thumping is allowed. So, I’m changing the woofer next but if it doesn’t straighten up, its days are limited. I’ll design an enclosure with a flat response (Q of .707) to replace the factory unit if need be.
My inspiration came from here:
http://www.ramforum.com/threads/alpi...2500-cc.63195/
Following some guidelines that I found on the internet, I decided to use the newer Infinity X REF-3032cfx speakers to replace the paper cone lovelies in Eyore’’s dash (yes, his name is Eyore). I popped off the covers (being careful with the light sensor cable on the center cover). I wound up using a 9/32” ignition wrench and a tiny 1/4 ratcheting driver with a 9/32” socket to get the 7mm screws out due to the tight space by the windshield. I added Metra 71-039C adaptors, being careful to support the tiny speaker terminals when pressing on the connectors. It’s not my first rodeo, I’ve broken speaker connections before. Sigh. Anyway, it’s a great upgrade. Cymbals now sound like a real musical instrument. I’m quite happy.
I personally hate boom-boom and keep the bass turned down because the factory box is a little one-noted. I typically design my own speaker enclosures so that I can hear music with a good frequency response and no thumping is allowed. So, I’m changing the woofer next but if it doesn’t straighten up, its days are limited. I’ll design an enclosure with a flat response (Q of .707) to replace the factory unit if need be.
My inspiration came from here:
http://www.ramforum.com/threads/alpi...2500-cc.63195/
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