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<blockquote data-quote="erica34" data-source="post: 140032" data-attributes="member: 89"><p>Picture of the sub built into the spare tyre well. Its my earlier Image Dynamics IDMax that had been sitting in a corner of the apartment for quite sometime gathering dust after being deposed an older model JL12W3. The JL was put in a sealed box built with 1-inch thick MDF, braced and lined with Dynamat. That dog could really pound (and was more fun to listen to) although it doesn't go as low or resolve as much low level detail as the IDMax.</p><p></p><p><img src="http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i221/cireria/WIP_IMG_5500.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p></p><p>Dem I hate the looks of that rear 3rd brake light... got to do something about that later...</p><p></p><p>Closer picture of the IDMax. Nicely cleaned up by the installer ready to play its role in the revamped system. I'm a big fan of Image Dynamics subs. Thought about doing 2 ID subs earlier (IDQ + IDMax boxed or 2 x IDMax free-air) but decided couldn't live with the design and installation compromise required.</p><p></p><p>You can also see the amplifiers in the background. They go into the floor recess behind the rear seat. They fit nice and tight like they were meant to be placed there. Can't help wondering what the floor recess was designed for. Definitely in trouble if car maintenance requires getting through the recess as this would mean removing the amplifiers. And then there's the Dynamat...</p><p></p><p><img src="http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i221/cireria/WIP_IMG_5499.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p></p><p>If you're wondering why the unit in the middle looks different, i.e. why not purchase 3 units of the same make, that's because its not an amplifier. Its the solution for the not so great (in terms of functionality and features) Nakamichi playback unit in my car. The main reason for its purchase was to handle the function of splitting line level signals. It was chosen over my preferred crossovers. Looks like Audio Control Overdrive, 24XS and EQTs won't be making a show this time around. Saving those for the next install using items from the last decade. Old school rocks... </p><p></p><p>Here's a closer picture of the items in the floor recess with a better view of the signal processor and the amps. Don't have a nicer shot of the processor at this point - its an Alpine PXA 701 in case you're wondering. A key factor that helped me decide on the PXA 701 is simply because of the looks! It doesn't look flashy like its bigger brother from the F1 range and the finish is such that it does not look out of place next to Genesis Profile amplifiers. I like the metal finish on Genesis Profile amps coz they're just like my old xtant 3300c...</p><p></p><p><img src="http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i221/cireria/WIP_IMG_5498.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p></p><p>Speaking of amps, here's the mock up for the vertical amp rack. Three Genesis Profile Ultras lined up with next to no gap between them. More is not necessarily better but in this case they definitely are giving the visual impression of one long amp , providing that 'complete' look for the amp rack - that's exactly what I'm after (although still not quite like having cutesy Zapco Studios in a row). </p><p></p><p>Selected Genesis Profiles based on their looks as they have the same finish as the old school xtant (again?!), small footprint and size given their rated power output. Of course they sound decent too... although I'm not sure if I'd like them over the older xtants. </p><p></p><p><img src="http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i221/cireria/WIP_IMG_5503.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p></p><p>Do I hear anyone say WTF?! xtant again?!! What's this fetish with xtant u say? Well, that's because my initial plan was to power the system with xtant 3300c and 2 units of 2200ix (and perhaps a 1001dx) but subsequent change in system design priority meant shelving the idea. Like the 90s Audio Controls, these amps my sentimental favourite... Old school rocks...</p><p></p><p>You'd probably noticed its the looks... it's got to look good... I like good looks... looks good-sound good, looks good-performance good... that's hot! Definitely watching too much ms hilton... Stay tuned...</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="erica34, post: 140032, member: 89"] Picture of the sub built into the spare tyre well. Its my earlier Image Dynamics IDMax that had been sitting in a corner of the apartment for quite sometime gathering dust after being deposed an older model JL12W3. The JL was put in a sealed box built with 1-inch thick MDF, braced and lined with Dynamat. That dog could really pound (and was more fun to listen to) although it doesn't go as low or resolve as much low level detail as the IDMax. [img]http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i221/cireria/WIP_IMG_5500.jpg[/img] Dem I hate the looks of that rear 3rd brake light... got to do something about that later... Closer picture of the IDMax. Nicely cleaned up by the installer ready to play its role in the revamped system. I'm a big fan of Image Dynamics subs. Thought about doing 2 ID subs earlier (IDQ + IDMax boxed or 2 x IDMax free-air) but decided couldn't live with the design and installation compromise required. You can also see the amplifiers in the background. They go into the floor recess behind the rear seat. They fit nice and tight like they were meant to be placed there. Can't help wondering what the floor recess was designed for. Definitely in trouble if car maintenance requires getting through the recess as this would mean removing the amplifiers. And then there's the Dynamat... [img]http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i221/cireria/WIP_IMG_5499.jpg[/img] If you're wondering why the unit in the middle looks different, i.e. why not purchase 3 units of the same make, that's because its not an amplifier. Its the solution for the not so great (in terms of functionality and features) Nakamichi playback unit in my car. The main reason for its purchase was to handle the function of splitting line level signals. It was chosen over my preferred crossovers. Looks like Audio Control Overdrive, 24XS and EQTs won't be making a show this time around. Saving those for the next install using items from the last decade. Old school rocks... Here's a closer picture of the items in the floor recess with a better view of the signal processor and the amps. Don't have a nicer shot of the processor at this point - its an Alpine PXA 701 in case you're wondering. A key factor that helped me decide on the PXA 701 is simply because of the looks! It doesn't look flashy like its bigger brother from the F1 range and the finish is such that it does not look out of place next to Genesis Profile amplifiers. I like the metal finish on Genesis Profile amps coz they're just like my old xtant 3300c... [img]http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i221/cireria/WIP_IMG_5498.jpg[/img] Speaking of amps, here's the mock up for the vertical amp rack. Three Genesis Profile Ultras lined up with next to no gap between them. More is not necessarily better but in this case they definitely are giving the visual impression of one long amp , providing that 'complete' look for the amp rack - that's exactly what I'm after (although still not quite like having cutesy Zapco Studios in a row). Selected Genesis Profiles based on their looks as they have the same finish as the old school xtant (again?!), small footprint and size given their rated power output. Of course they sound decent too... although I'm not sure if I'd like them over the older xtants. [img]http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i221/cireria/WIP_IMG_5503.jpg[/img] Do I hear anyone say WTF?! xtant again?!! What's this fetish with xtant u say? Well, that's because my initial plan was to power the system with xtant 3300c and 2 units of 2200ix (and perhaps a 1001dx) but subsequent change in system design priority meant shelving the idea. Like the 90s Audio Controls, these amps my sentimental favourite... Old school rocks... You'd probably noticed its the looks... it's got to look good... I like good looks... looks good-sound good, looks good-performance good... that's hot! Definitely watching too much ms hilton... Stay tuned... [/QUOTE]
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