What to upgrade first?, Re: Audio Options

[phonex98]

So, ill admit, when it comes to car audio, im a "super noob" . So I need some advice on what to upgrade first. I have an aftermarket headset with 40Wx4, and an aux input (very impotant because i only use my 60gB ipod to play music). So its not a killer headset, but for the most part it gets the job done. Also, most of my music taste falls into the category of rock/punk/pop-rock/ect. So, now im asking you, what conponent should i upgrade? Im planning on upgrading my audio slowly as im only a poor student, but i just have no idea which conponent is going to give the most bang for the buck at this point. Thanks

P.s. (ST, 4 speaker system, stock speakers)

[bloodMoney]

doesn't that setup rattle your cover a lot?

I would start with the headunit as it will bring out most of the power that your stock speakers can handle.

-Immediately begin saving up for the speakers! the added power, if not careful, will blow them very easily.

-Lastly, consider the amps and subs.

I have used this progression to upgrade all of my systems. I have been happy with each upgrade and it temporarily satisfied my urges for a super powerful sound system. when it got to be too much, then i upgraded to the next item.

[laff09]

Now before you go drilling through your hatch cover, make sure thats what you want, because its a $350 OEM part. Because you could just cut the speaker bracket in the rear to fit in 6x9s...and they'lll be hidden, which means less likely to be stolen. Also when you get there, put ur amp and bolt ur sub box in with torx screws or allen wrenchable bolts/screws. never met a thief who showed up with a torx screw driver AND an assortment of allen wrenches