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cderekw

Looking to upgrade 2000 Jeep Cherokee sound. No idea where to start.

I've never really done anything like this before but I do know about electronics and soldering and stuff like that. I am confident enough that I could do the install completely on my own without messing anything up. I just need a little guidance on getting a good quality clear sound.

When I first bought the jeep I installed a crappy jvc head unit with aux from Walmart and some also crappy Sony speakers from Walmart.

The jeep has 4 speakers. 2 in the front doors and 2 in the back in the ceiling. The sound and mix is a bit lacking. I usually adjust the fade to 2 in the front so it doesn't sound so spacey when I'm driving.

I don't really listen to rap or hip hop, so I'm not really looking for a good bump (so not looking for huge subs or anything), just clearer sound with bass that doesn't distort.

I would like to have a head unit with Bluetooth but aux is acceptable.

The jeep doesn't come factory with tweeters and I think that would help some especially with some highs as right now it seems to get mostly mids and crappy bass.

Not on a super tight budget but would like to keep it a little reasonable.

I am a musician myself and have a decently trained ear when it comes to mixing and levels.

I guess I'm just looking to be pointed in the right direction to equipment that won't completely break the bank but still deliver good clarity.

Posted Aug 30, 2015, 1:10 AM UTC · edited

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beardedNoleNever go full Clemson•

Sound like the Pioneer DEH-80prs head unit would be a good fit for you. What is your maximum budget? There are so many brands and models out there at so many different prices that its impossible to recommend a setup without a budget.

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Notwerk•

That Pioneer BeardedNole suggest is a very nice head unit. As far as speakers go, it looks like the Cherokee used 5.25 speakers all around. If that's accurate, I'd suggest: http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_61821_Infinity-REF-5002ix.html The BOGO-half-off deal makes them particularly alluring. They're not components, but you can aim the tweeters, which is nice. Will certainly sound better than stock.

For a few dollars more, these are very nice: http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_12267_JBL-P562.html

And if you're looking to save a few dollars on the head unit (though I do like the 80prs), this looks pretty serviceable: http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_92647_Sony-MEX-N5100BT.html Bluetooth, decent power, nice processing options. Not as pretty or as nice as the PRS, though.

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cderekwOP•

Thanks so much. These look like great options that are definitely in my budget. I will probably go with the 80prs. All the reviews I've read for it are good and it seems pretty streamlined.

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lenutkicker 15's, Kenwood amp, Kenwood 6x9's , Pioneer HU•

If u live in Indiana i have the exact jeep ive got a great HU and 6x9s in boxs that came out of the jeep. As well as 2 15 kickers from before walmart bought them.

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cderekwOP•

Tennessee here

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