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Bare min desired radio "watts" for behind a Windjammer

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by Metal_Bob, Nov 22, 2010.

  1. Metal_Bob

    Metal_Bob Active Member

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    Someone mentioned it in a post I was commenting in, but I can't find it.

    How many minimum desired watts would you want to install in a Cycle Sound radio shell for a Windjammer radio?

    "Claimed" watts obviously.
    Mostly for slower speed use, but might be nice to hear some of the tunes at 65mph with a helmet on.
    It doesn't have to blow me away, but it would be nice to hear at speed... (Yes I realize it may not be legal everywhere).

    I want to order a marine radio in the next few days. But I'm not sure if I'll need an AMP as well to be able to hear the radio.

    Initial Use: Want to play Christmas music during the Marine's Toys for Tots ride in Chicago on Dec 5th. So I'm short on time but if I order this week I should have enough time unless it pours the next 2 weeks. (It just might in Chicagoland).
     
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    BillB Active Member

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    I bought chinese equipment for this and it sucked.
    I had 200 watt amp and speakers. I could fart louder.

    Id say anything over 100 watts would be perfect if you are using quality equipment.
     
  3. Metal_Bob

    Metal_Bob Active Member

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    Well my budget at the moment is minimal and currently planning on a basic Shaft model and plan on upgrading later.
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002E9 ... PDKIKX0DER
    I know it is cheap and basic, but it will take zero modification to install (cycle sound housing was made for shaft radios in 70/80s).
    I might be able to afford an amp now and get a better radio in the spring.

    EDIT: Though a bit more and NOT a two shaft receiver, this is the "full" package (maybe minus wiring) I am looking at on Ebay.
    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... K:MEWAX:IT
    If I just upgrade and get an amp for the above radio later I'd be saving some money.

    Yes I'm sure its a generic brand, but I can't afford 300-400 bucks for just the head unit. :(
     
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    Take a look at this one. Plenty of sound without aux amp and it is waterproof! And reasonably priced at less than $150. I think there is a newer model of the same radio available.

    Jensen MSR2007 marine audio system

    Loren
     
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    Stay away from cheap radios like Pyle and others. The price may be good but you would do better getting a radio from a junk yard. I have learned the hard way, sitck with name brands electronics.
     
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    I've had several of those Vetter radio housings with cheap car radios in them. Just a name brand (Panisonic, Pioneer Or even Kraco) will work just fine. The later model AM/FM recievers have more watt output nowadays, so you'll be in good shape with one of them. I first check out the local pawn shops and get some great deals there compared to going brand new.
    The best bet is to find a good pair of 4" speakers, which make all the difference in the world. I used Pioneer speakers in my last fairing and they sounded great compared to the factory speakers that came with the Vetter housing.
    I still have two Vetter radio housings for sale if anyone needs one. They seem to be getting rare. PD
     
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    I ran a Pioneer 25x25 watt unit with Pioneer speakers in my Vetter radio pod with no problems. Plenty loud.
     
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    The Vetter faring has a nice way of capturing most of the sound from the radio and preventing much road/wind noise you get without it on. In most cases just a cheap radio is all that's needed with the fairing. My last one had a $30 Kraco unit installed in it and it sounded plenty good.

    I just installed a Harley batwing style fairing on my Honda Shadow, with a 250 watt amp wired to 5-1/4" speakers and talk about overkill!! It sounds better than my car radio and has volume to spare. I use my MP3 player for FM radio and recorded tracks that I like.
    There are alot of after market radios that have an MP3 plug in them, so you can also llisten to MP3 music if there aren't any good/strong stations in the area. Just a thought. PD
     

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