Best marine speakers according to redditors

I use my Chromecast as a headless audio system for the backyard... along with a $9 HDMI -> VGA Adapter (with 3.5mm audio out) connected to a $17 mini 40 watt amplifier pushing some $17 outdoor weather proof speakers.

Everything except the speakers are in the garage, outside of the elements.

I have these:
KOHLER K-8033-CP Soundtile Speakers(Pair of Speakers), Polished Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DNXBKE/

We added them as part of a remodel. They’re connected to an amp that has an echo on line in. We use Alexa to control what we listen to. It’s decadent but sounds great and easy to operate. Highest Wife Acceptance Factor score to date for me.

for the rear I switched it out withthese.
for the front
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these adapters are great if you don't want to slice the cables.

also. you will need a spacer for the Rockford.

I would recommend the Polk Audio over the Rockford.

Edit: and they work with the stock head unit without an Amp. I am an amateur so I didn't want to replace the stock radio/dash .
and too lazy to add an amp.

Good luck!

You do need speakers, and an amplifier.

Here's a basic upgrade:

• 6.5" Speakers (4)
  
• Head unit of your choosing
  
• Wiring harness and mount kit. I'm not sure what 1996 needs.
  
  To install a subwoofer you will need:
  
  
• Amplifier. The more powerful the better. "RMS" wattage is generally how powerful it is, but companies exaggerate all the time. Try to find the real-world wattage numbers from online reviews so you know what you're getting.
  
• Subwoofer. The sustained RMS wattage should match your amplifier as closely as possible. Some advertise 1, 2, 4 or 8 ohms. Higher is better, but also need a more expensive amp. Shoot for around 2-4 ohms for a budget build.
  
• A subwoofer box. Appropriate for the size you selected.
  
• Wiring kit. You will have to run a beefy wire directly from the battery as well as connect the head unit to your amp.

The easiest way to upgrade would be a plug and play swap into your sound bar.

If you are looking to add more speakers, these are a great option.

I've got a 10" sub bolted to my tailgate with an amp and aftermarket head unit. I'll be adding something like those rockports once the genright cage is done.

Take this for what its worth...YMMV....

The Aquatic radio you plan on installing comes with a built-in 288 watt amp, so it can power better speakers than those cheap-ass Alpines. And I can atest to my "cheap-ass" comment as I purchased a set of Alpines back last year and they barely sounded louder than factory speakers and were no where near clearer...and then I added in a 300 watt amp and they couldnt handle any juice to them.

Spend some money and get better quality speakers that can actually utilize the amp in the radio you are installing. For a little more money, you can add Kicker 40CS54, 5.25", $54.95 that can be pushed fairly well with a 200 watt amp.

Or, you can get in the wallet a bit and get a pair of [Infinity Reference 6500CX, 6.50" $84.83] (https://www.amazon.com/Infinity-Reference-6500CX-component-loudspeaker/dp/B007SNMQDQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1499830265&sr=1-1&keywords=infinity+speakers) and a pair of 5.25-6.50 adapters and make a considerable difference.

And if you want to go whole hog and get a lot of bang for the buck, you can get deeper in your wallet and get you a pair of [Focal 165CA1 6.5", $179.99] (https://www.amazon.com/Focal-Coaxial-Speakers-Davidson-Speaker/dp/B00J8Y33IK/ref=sr_1_14?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1499831535&sr=1-14&keywords=focal+6.5%22+speakers).

Honestly, it all really depends on how much you are willing to spend...but if you are willing to spend $54 for the Alpines, then you shouldnt have any problem going a few $$$ more and getting a better sounding/power handling speaker such as the Infinitys...they will SMOKE those Alpines, trust me!<br /> <br /> In my Ultra right now, I have the factory radio, 2 old Sony 3-ways in the batwing and Pioneer 6.5" 3-ways in the tour pack pods...no amp...and I cruise on the highway at 80mph and can hear my tunes. I put the 6.5" Kickers with a 300 watt amp in my old 01 Electra Glide with four (4) 1" tweeters and it screamed hauling ass down the highway @ 80mph as well. I have a pair of Infinity reference 6.75" speakers to install once I get a set of adapters...but test fitting them, the sound quality was exceptional for the price i paid....

Either way, good luck with it...

These sound pretty good for only being ~$62 a set. These also aren't bad. I've bought a bunch of cheap speakers in the past and haven't had any problems, but STAY AWAY from pyle and boss. They have terrible quality control and let many broken things get sold. If you're really trying to keep on a budget you can get the cheap shit but you might have to spend more to send them back when they are DOA. You might also find some deals on used speakers on craigslist.

Personally I'd spend a few more bucks and do this:

• Clarion Mobile Electronics CZ CD/MP3/WMA Receiver : http://amzn.com/B006WVX9R2
  
• Rockford Fosgate Prime Full Range 3-Way Coaxial Speaker - Set of 2: http://amzn.com/B00BF6HVGY
  
  I just figure if you're pulling your stock head unit out you might as well have bluetooth and other modern functions in it.
  
  Heck, you'll probably see a good change in sound just switching the speakers out. If they are the stock speakers in there they are cheap 16 year old cones. To make the speaker install a snap, just use these:
  
  
• Metra 72-5600 Speaker Adapter for Select Ford Vehicles
  http://amzn.com/B001OAB6BW

I just replaced mine in my 06 without the Bose system. The removal and reinstallation is pretty straight forward. I do want to go back with some sound deadening material or a foam baffel to see if there is any better bass response.

I went with these "Rockford R168X2 Prime 6 x 8 Inches Full Range Coaxial Speaker, Set of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BF6HVGY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_bCSfTbRya1zVA "
I also used​ these so I wouldn't have to cut the stock harness
" Metra 72-5600 Ford Speaker Harness 1998-UP https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001OAB6BW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_HhPhN5qVTdyWy "
You will need to crimp on new connectors for the speakers as the POS and neg are on the wrong sides.

Over all the speakers are on par with stock imo. They are a 50 rms speaker and the stock ones are 25 rms.

It's a 1995 Mitsubishi Montero.
Haven't removed the door panels so I've yet to see the brand of the speakers already installed. Alright, I've got some investigating to do.

Rear panel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BF6HWFY/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_7z0VAb1A1DKVD

Front door: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BF6HWAO/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_JC0VAbZAHR8WP

Dash: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BF6HWF4/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_YD0VAbW6ANGZE

I've been happy with pioneer speakers. Don't spend too much on them, at some point spending an extra $100 on door speakers doesn't really make a difference. Something like these http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BF6HWCM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1465009811&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=6.5+car+speakers&dpPl=1&dpID=41ZDTeKAdUL&ref=plSrch or these http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A0LZHYS/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?qid=1465009811&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=6.5+car+speakers would be fine, just make sure you buy the right size speaker for your car.

All E36s have the same sheet metal, so replacing the speakers should not be hard. Buy a 4 channel amplifier, a set of 5 1/4" component speakers for the front and a set of 6x9 speakers for the rear.

I have these adapters. They work perfectly with the stock screws and mounting holes in all E36s- regardless of factory speakers. 6x9s are the way to go for the rear. More surface area on the speaker cone means the capability for a bit more bass output on the highway and so on. Also, 4" drivers are hard to find and not worth the trouble. Link to adapters:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AZOZRLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zrzCybCMQ31D1

This amplifier will fit on an 1/8" sheet of ABS plastic where the stock amplifier location is (you may or may not have a factory amp):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S7G1TPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tHzCybJXA9DDS

You will need a line output converter if you want to keep the stock head unit- which it sounds like you do. This goes in between the head unit line level/speaker outputs and the amplifier inputs:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I4EF1BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XLzCybRKTEWY2

Speakers are a matter of personal preference. I'd recommend you go to your local big box or car audio shop and listen to the board. Pick the 5 1/4 and 6x9 speakers you like best- any mainstream set should fit with little effort. If you don't feel like looking, here are some would-please-everyone suggestions.

These speakers could perform nicely in the back:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BF6HWFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_bJzCybAXEKGZV

These will fit in the front (hot glue the tweeter into the factory tweeter basket on the door panel):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002X786XQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MKzCyb1CT1SCX

If you want a direct aux input, you can modify the stock cassette head unit to accept an aux input with nothing more than a butchered aux cable and a soldering iron.

I picked these up a few weeks ago to replace the set from previous owner, can't beat the price and they sound great.

Rockford Fosgate R165X3 Prime 6.5-Inch Full-Range 3-Way Coaxial Speaker (Pair) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BF6HWCM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3T9NybG05WKPH

Mine isn't super loud. But good enough for me.
I put in this double din head. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PV45GXQ/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_F.wRwbBZ29KCN
Trust me, it's a pain in the ass.
Then I put these speakers. Rockford Fosgate R1525X2 Prime 5.25-Inch Full Range Coaxial Speaker - Set of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BF6HX9E/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_ncxRwb4E81K7D
Eventually, I might put a 10 inch subwoofer and amp inside the right hand cubby.

I just put this in my 17n foot jon boat.

It changes the entire boating experience for my family (wife, 5 year old, 7 year old, and 15 year old). It is great while sitting still, but once we get moving at above 20 MPH, you cant make out the sounds unless i crank it up really loud. Not so great while moving, but game changer sitting still, or at a slow pace.

1. It connected to the battery I installed new (since I plan to get a trolling motor), and the battery already there is for starting.
   
   
2. I cut a hole in the aluminum for the head unit and speakers.
   
   
3. routed speaker wires as best I could with the other wires.
   
   A few pictures for reference.
   
   before cutting the whole for the head unit
   
   After cutting the hole for the head unit
   
   hole for speaker one
   
   hole for speaker and stereo before cutting
   
   Speaker 2 installed
   
   Speaker 1 installed
   
   head unit
   
   Overall picture of complete install
   
   I was rebuilding the boat at the same time I installed the stereo.
   
   

http://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PLMRKT4A-4-Channel-Waterproof-Amplified/dp/B003GSLDUY/ref=sr_1_30?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1372308323&sr=1-30&keywords=marine+radio

http://www.amazon.com/UBCD5745-Sealed-Lead-Acid-Batteries/dp/B001DL7D1O/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1372308724&sr=8-2&keywords=sla+battery

http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Bluetooth-Receiver-Stereo-Output/dp/B0091AEAYM/ref=sr_1_15?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1372308840&sr=1-15&keywords=bluetooth+receiver

http://www.amazon.com/Igloo-MaxCold-Roller-Cooler-60-Quart/dp/B000F6WDXQ/ref=sr_1_21?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1372308994&sr=1-21&keywords=latch

I just did this myself, using a 12V SLA battery to make it portable...

If you have the stuff lying around, it doesn't have to be that expensive. I wanted mine to be waterproof, so I used this amp & speaker kit, which is meant for boats. In the end, it became more costly than it was worth (the power switch alone was $10), but I had fun, and am hoping to find a way to power my guitar pedal off of it, too.

It's not as pretty as the other guy's, though.

I got a 12V amp and 2 waterproof marine speakers on amazon (free student shipping) for a total of around $35, spraypainted black and mounted to the inside of my fairings with "permanent" outdoor 3M tape, couple thousand miles later still work fine. Doesn't sound great and will hurt your ears without helmet at full volume, but with helmet and earplugs I can still listen fine at 75 on the freeway :) looks like prices have gone up a bit but here are the links

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HJ931M/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i02

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PL9V4Y/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i01

Controller HDMI+VGA+DVI+Audio Input LCD... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06X9NJ2NR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

CanaKit Raspberry Pi 3 B+ (B... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BC7BMHY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Kinter MA170 12V 2 Channel Mini... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007TUSXEY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Samsung 128GB 100MB/s (U3)... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XWZWYVP?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

EG STARTS 2x Arcade DIY Kit Parts... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M7R7YW3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Easyget 4 Pcs/Lot 5V LED... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5Y8E2Z?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

TecUnite LED Maple Garland LED... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7J1ANA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Pyle Marine Speakers - 4 Inch 2... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078JF26LF?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Car Interior Lights, CJRSLRB APP... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073DZQRZC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

LDKCOK USB 3.0 Mount Cable –USB... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076DPQFZB?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

You mentioned Rockford Fosgate. I looked on Amazon and they're only $40 for a pair which is cheaper than the Polk.

I'll probably go with this option unless someone else has another recommendation or speaks strongly for Polk.

Thanks for you help!

I'm looking at something like this

I just replaced mine with Rockford Fosgate 5.25's all around.

Link

Honestly the budget is kinda low so it's not going to be all that great, but it will be better than stock. Here:

http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-DEH-X7600S-Receiver-SiriusXM-Compatible/dp/B00HIDBU2E/ref=sr_1_14?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1426719584&sr=1-14&keywords=pioneer


http://www.amazon.com/Rockford-Fosgate-R1525X2-5-25-Inch-Coaxial/dp/B00BF6HX9E/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

$40 Front component speakers

$42 subwoofer

$130 amplifier

$30 subwoofer box

$35 amp kit

Disconnect the rear speakers, bridge channels 3&4 to the subwoofer. Over budget, but nothing is junk.

If you had to push your budget down further, I would step down to this 4 channel instead. I have had good luck with their amps, personally, but I would be a lot less surprised to find the Rockville shitting the bed a year later vs the pioneer.

This project for my 2006 TJ may have been easy for someone who had a lot of experience with it, but I hadn't wired an Amp since high school so it was certainly interesting and at times challenging.

I wanted to keep the OEM Head Unit because it looks cool and it doesn't advertise the fact that there's now $450 of aftermarket audio parts in the soft top TJ. Plus I think it looks cool.

Problem 1 - There's no Aux Audio In, so we fixed that with a kit designed to use the port for a multi-CD changer (I bet a lot of kids don't even know what the heck that is but it would have been a fun addition back before MP3 players):

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007CK30I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007TXP6A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I stashed the input into one of the two cigarette lights - the little bulb actually sort of fit as if it was designed for it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071R4H85Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Problem 2 - I hated the look of the sound bar so I'd ripped it out, leaving only the 2 OEM speakers in the dash. I wanted a lot more power and a lot better sound, but I was worried about space, moisture/water, and getting speakers in without a sound bar.

The solution:

1 - Jam 2 4x4 inch Rockford Fosgates into the rear corners, zipping them down and then zipping their covers over them. This turned out to look really cool (they're not pictured) but I will need to figure out a solution to cover them up in case it rains.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BF6HWF4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

2 - Replace the OEM Dash 4x6 inch speakers with some great 4x6's from Rockford Fosgate that can really handle a lot of power:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002G9DO8S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These went in pretty clean with zip ties because they ship with this cool perforated plastic oval thing that you can chop bits and pieces out until you get a good shape. This was helpful because the OEM drilled holes were in a funny spot and definitely didn't line up (every other speaker I've ever installed lined up so it's good that RF thought of this).

3 - Now the tricky part - Kenwood makes this killer little 4x100 Amp that's designed for motorcycles, boats and 4-wheelers... I thought it would be perfect for the TJ and I was definitely right. It fit perfectly into the back of the Glove Compartment with absolutely no drama.

What was dramatic was the whole wiring job. Obviously everything had to be cut and spliced because the OEM Head Unit on the 2006 TJ does not come with Audio Red/White Outputs. That meant cutting/stripping each output wire from the TJ and cutting the Red/White inputs for the Amp and splicing those, then stripping the wires outbound to the speakers and patching them into the output of the Amp.

Hopefully it won't be too much of a problem that I jammed the power into the fuse for the Radio - that's a 10 amp mini-fuse so actually I think it will be perfect to complement the 15 amp mini-fuse that's already in the Amp wiring harness.

I have a bit of an issue with grounding - I grounded off on the same location that the Head Unit does, on the right hand side of the dash. At peak power, this is causing the Amp to come un-grounded and turn off. What I did was throttle the fader off the rear speakers by 30% and this seemed to resolve the problem with the downside being I'm getting 30% less sound from the 4x4's, but... luckily the 4x6's sound amazing so this isn't really a big deal.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JEC0YFQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The best part about this setup is that really you cannot tell when looking at the Dashboard that all this audio horsepower is in the TJ, and even the rear speakers remain pretty hidden behind the rollcage.

I realize I should have taken pictures throughout the install but oh well.

I’d say for the most part it blends in but you’ll hear a bit more vocal or bass depending on the speaker.

The only issue is there are a lot of logistical problems in doing so with this car in terms of plug and play easy install.

Assuming you have the HIFI system with the tweeter (small speaker by the mirror) and midrange(bigger speaker by the door grip) in the front door there are two (BMW propriety) connections on the midrange speaker. Unless you get a speaker crossover or speaker wire splitter, you’ll lose the tweeter (tweeter has a bass blocker, that little cylinder in the wire which acts like a crossover).

EX:
(Midrange gets signal and also passes signal to tweeter 1)

BMW Connection 1 ——->Tweeter
Speaker ———-| Midrange Speaker
Wire —> Connection 2
(2 gets the speaker signal)

*Welp can’t make a good diagram on mobile. Maybe on a desktop this looks better.

A cheap setup for the front is:

NOTE: This is a coaxial setup where all sound is in one place, not bad but the component setup is usually seen as better (what’s in the car now) because it splits the speakers apart creating a better sound stage.

To not hack into the OEM wiring:

61138373583 - End Piece which goes into existing Speaker End.

61130006664 - One Pin which go into Speaker Wire End Piece (you need two for every end piece)

Cheap 4” Speaker and adapter mount

Rockford Fosgate R14X2 Prime 4-Inch Full Range Coaxial Speaker - Set of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BF6HWF4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qF4WDb4F28S6Y

OEM Hifi AMP can put out 25W at 4 OHM’s
Speaker above is 30W at 4 OHM’s RMS. The difference is minimal and you won’t start clipping, over taxing the amp and speaker unless you’re at full volume it. Rockford is a great brand overall.

Depth of the Speaker is 43.6 mm

Exact Fit Front Speaker Adapter Spacer Rings For BMW Vehicles - SAK076_4-1 Pair https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M755KAD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IS4WDb4JV45YG

You put the adapter over the back of the speaker sandwich it onto the door. I used the same one in my install. Therefore the depth doesn’t matter. If you front mount the adapter you’ll be at 6.35 mm so lightly over the depth with the above speaker but you won’t run into any issues.


Congrats on the door lock working!!!!

I don't know if my base sonata had tweeters in the first place, but the ones inside the dashboard up against the inside of the windshield were pretty small. I don't know what they're rated at but I'm powering them just off the stock head unit, it was just plug and play. I'm sure if you went with an aftermarket amp you would get better sound but I didn't want to mess with all of that. my sub is also self powered so external amp for that either. here's links to the speakers I used:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000P0LRUM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BF6HWCM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

side note, the smaller in dash speakers made by polk audio made a huge difference, they were more expensive than the larger door speakers I got from rockford, if I could do it over again I'd spend a little more and go with polk audio speakers for the doors as well, or at least the higher end rockford fosgate rather than the $35 ones.

what about these, I did hear anything over 2 way is not good and unnecessary
https://www.amazon.com/Rockford-Fosgate-R165X3-6-5-Inch-Full-Range/dp/B00BF6HWCM/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1500052255&sr=1-2&keywords=car+speakers

"Silk dome pole mounted piezo tweeter"

also you think the planet audio 8 inch subwoofer is good? It is the only replacement as far as I know that will be aperfect fit, Unless I use the foam repair kit

Here are the 6x9's I just put in the back, and the 6.5 inch pair in the front. They aren't anything too crazy but imo they sound pretty good, and have a decent amount of bass. I think perhaps the amount of clarity they have compared to the stock speakers drew my attention to the lack of the deep deep bass.

I chose to keep the stock deck as to avoid breakins.. If you go that route it's possible to get the aux-input. http://jazzyengineering.com
I've got that hooked up to a bluetooth receiver and it works as good as any new touchscreen radio.
When I got my bugeye, the rear speakers were shot so I replaced them with these cheap rockford fosgates since I wasn't running an amp or any additional power.
https://www.amazon.com/Rockford-Fosgate-R165X3-6-5-Inch-Full-Range/dp/B00BF6HWCM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485451990&sr=8-1&keywords=6.5+rockford

http://www.amazon.com/Rockford-Fosgate-R168X2-Coaxial-Speaker/dp/B00BF6HVGY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1414640639&sr=8-2&keywords=6+x+8

http://store.soundsolutionsaudio.com/products/sundown-audio-ev2-15-subwoofer-e15v2-500w-e-series.html

http://www.amazon.com/Rockford-Fosgate-RFK4X-Complete-Amplifier/dp/B0012BYOSK/ref=sr_1_sc_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1414640972&sr=1-2-spell&keywords=rockford+fosgate+4+guage+kit

http://www.amazon.com/Power-Single-15-Inch-Unloaded-Box/dp/B00BIFWGTO/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1414640830&sr=8-10&keywords=15+inch+sub+box#productDetails

http://www.amazon.com/Rockford-Fosgate-R500X1D-1-Channel-Amplifier/dp/B00BF6HYDE/ref=sr_1_1?s=car&ie=UTF8&qid=1414640957&sr=1-1&keywords=rockford+fosgate+amplifier

BOSS AUDIO ATV20 Powersports Plug and Play Audio System with Weather Proof 6.5 Inch Component Speakers (discontinued by manufacturer) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004S50WZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pNe8Ab0K7TR49

My buddy goes on float trips a lot.

The only problem that he has is that his group doesn't have music and the waterproof boomboxes cost an arm and a leg (and very few have any kind of MP3 support)

I purchased a Pelican 1300, and I drilled out two holes on the top (~ 1" space on each side). I then threw in two waterproof speakers making sure that it was sealed tightly (required some calk).

I stripped the RCA side of a 3.5mm jack to RCA cable and soldered the ends to the speakers.

>there are ceiling speakers designed for high moisture areas/bathrooms. Not marine speakers, but ones designed specifically for what you are doing.

Kohler's Soundtile Speakers are the only in-ceiling speakers that I can find that are designed for a bathroom. These speakers are polished chrome and are beautiful, but, at over $300 a pair, that's more than I am willing to spend on 2 speakers. Plus, they're only 4''.


I searched Amazon for "bathroom speakers", and all I got was the small, portable-type speakers, or exhaust fans/showerheads with a built-in speaker. I also searched Amazon for "moisture resistant speakers" and "wet rated speakers" and got nothing. It seems that my only option for in-ceiling speakers (at least on Amazon) are marine speakers?


>If your source is a desktop PC and located near the room where you're listening, save yourself a TON of headaches and just pull your speaker wire back to that space.

I will look into this solution (i.e., a hardwired input).

>You just aren't going to get proper stereo imaging in that environment. You'll hear "half the music" (only slight exaggeration) with stereo from most locations in that space.

I will only do one speaker per room, per your advice.

Just out of curiosity, do you mind explaining why I wouldn't get proper stereo imaging in my bathroom, and why I'd only hear half the music?

I don't understand why stereo speakers will fail miserably in this space. I mean, how is this much different than speakers in a car, or stereo USB computer speakers in an office, or stereo speakers literally anywhere else?

Pretty much any non-powered speakers with non-cardboard cones are going to be "weatherproof-ish", which is what most people are looking for. You could stick these out on your patio as-is, and they'd be find for a year or so. Moisture would get in (as would insects and debris), but it would take a while for it to screw up the wires or drivers. You'd get your $19 worth before they shit the bed. There are quite a few decent reviews from people who got what they expected, because for $19, they weren't expecting much.

As for being actually waterproof, very few speakers actually are. They never should have used that term, as it's a blatant lie.

i have this little amp with some small book shelf speakers and i love it http://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-LP-2020A-Lepai-Amplifier-Shipping/dp/B00FOK6974/ref=sr_1_5?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1405229745&sr=1-5&keywords=hifi+mini+amp best 20 bucks spent

and these are the small speakers i use to check mixes out in the living room and sometimes just to enjoy some tunes while cooking (condo, living room or kitchen? the lines blur),.they sound fair for the price
http://www.amazon.com/PLMR24-3-5-Inch-Weather-Speaker-System/dp/B001CXXDBM/ref=pd_sim_MI_3?ie=UTF8&refRID=12SZHXF0FR2DA98B7T3Y with a separate amp you can always upgrade the speakers.

these are 3 way but a little less cheap http://www.amazon.com/Dual-LU43PW-Indoor-Outdoor-Speakers/dp/B000A5S926/ref=pd_cp_e_0.

when it comes to near fields, to do actual pro work, for a good price, i went with the blue sky exo2.1 , they are full range with the sub, shielded because they are made for the desk, no bass reflex port on the satellites (the sound from the port holes comes out delayed, bad for mixing, unless very well engineered) and the woofer has separate control so you can turn it down because small rooms amp up the low end, all for for 500 bills (the price to value ratio is great, no doubt). if you find them used, the price is even lower. blue sky products are legit and you will have no need to buy monitors for a long, long time. i would save up, like 20 bucks every other day or so and in no time, you will have a legit, full range monitoring system that will gets even better with a little room treatment. all i know is "buy cheap, buy twice" http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/eXo2/

next is the equator d5 with dsp. i have not heard these live yet, but sometimes they are on sale direct from equator and they seem great on paper for the price http://www.equatoraudio.com/D5-Coaxial-Studio-Monitors-p/d5.htm but since i have not heard them like i have with my blue skies, i cant be anecdotal. here is a sound on sound review for a pro break down of their performance http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/dec12/articles/equator-d5.htm

and if you want to save money and have a truly great output to feed any monitor for 50 bucks, try the hifime diy sabre dac http://www.amazon.com/HiFiMeDIY-Digital-Analog-Converter-Optical/dp/B00AOH5JTQ/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405237210&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=hifi+diy+dac, i using it now in between digital to analog converter upgrades and if you plug right out of the usb port on the computer (no hubs) it sounds great, like really even compared to dac's in several price ranges above. read the first review, http://www.amazon.com/review/RIXL3WSR02G6/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B00AOH5JTQ you will get a little smarter about digital analog converters. its one of the best reviews on amazon i have ever had the pleasure to read, and check out the users other reviews, he does a few headphone units comparing their price to performance ratio and will blow you away with his technical know how and fluid writing style. like the one on the Beyerdynamic DT-990-Pro: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2BUTFCE473Q9V/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm

i dont know much about recording gear, as im mostly a listener, i use an adc/dac from behringer and it sounds decent for 30 bucks and no drivers http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-UCA222-U-Control-Ultra-Low-Downloadable/dp/B0023BYDHK/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1405238098&sr=1-2&keywords=behringer+dac
sounds better than a tascam i had, that was overbuilt and 3-4 times the price. i choose this not be cheap, my focus is just on listening, it was what i wanted.

sorry about the long post but i dont half ass my posts. its like playing those brain training apps for me but not boring and actually productive/practical. take care. my hands are injured, so im not bothering with punctuation and formatting!

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For indoors, the 791 sounds really nice.

For outdoors, if you want reliability, get a marine speaker designed to be installed in a boat. Something like the 131.

Or, if you're a JBL fan, there's the 6IC and the MS6520