Factory axis tower speakers

[Big-K]

Hey guys, this may be a stupid question but here it goes. Is there any option to update the tower speakers by just removing the alpine speaker and putting in a better one from wet sounds or exile, and keep the can? I don't really want to spend 3500.00 on new tower speakers and amps.

Also will this option work better for surfing than what we have now?

Boat is a 2014 axis a22

[robbennett]

If they fit in the can then yes you can change them. I did this.

[Big-K]

Do you know what speakers fit the cans? We don't have any local wet sounds or exile dealers. I would have to order them

[MLA]

Hey guys, this may be a stupid question but here it goes. Is there any option to update the tower speakers by just removing the alpine speaker and putting in a better one from wet sounds or exile, and keep the can? I don't really want to spend 3500.00 on new tower speakers and amps.

Also will this option work better for surfing than what we have now?

Boat is a 2014 axis a22

What exactly do you have now, and what is quoted @ $3500?

[Big-K]

I have the 4 base option speakers. I believe they are just the alpine in boat speakers put into speaker cans. The 3500 was just a rough number from online on a few different sites. Tower speakers with amps to power them would come in around there with shipping because I live on the east coast of Canada.

[MLA]

If you have ford focus speaker and 3500 upgraded you to a Ferrari setup, then that may be worth it. But, do you need Ferrari speakers, dunno? If you have a traditional coaxial speaker now, then upgrading to another same size coaxial, will not likely be worth the money.

[robbennett]

Might try measuring them. Mine are 6.5". It may be easier to pull one and measure the hole or take it to an audio shop and match the size.

[boardjnky4]

These kicker HLCD setups are a great deal and will be much louder at wakeboard distance than stock speakers.

http://www.hifisoundconnection.com/Shop/Control/Product/fp/vpid/8252700/vpcsid/0/SFV/30046?utm_source=google&utm_medium=base&utm_campaign=GoogleBaseFeed&gclid=Cj0KEQjwifWnBRCB5PT57KSVw-kBEiQASV7aRIQpv1vtFgwfIPyW-yBVZKFQ3qGOB7ek07qvxN8UoYMaAvzu8P8HAQ

It's a combo setup where on each side you have 2 speakers that work in unison. One is a horn driver, the other is a mid-range.

Edited March 9, 2015 by boardjnky4

[robbennett]

These kicker HLCD setups are a great deal and will be much louder at wakeboard distance than stock speakers.

http://www.hifisoundconnection.com/Shop/Control/Product/fp/vpid/8252700/vpcsid/0/SFV/30046?utm_source=google&utm_medium=base&utm_campaign=GoogleBaseFeed&gclid=Cj0KEQjwifWnBRCB5PT57KSVw-kBEiQASV7aRIQpv1vtFgwfIPyW-yBVZKFQ3qGOB7ek07qvxN8UoYMaAvzu8P8HAQ

It's a combo setup where on each side you have 2 speakers that work in unison. One is a horn driver, the other is a mid-range.

I have these and can agree they are very loud!

[Ridebutter]

They are great boom for your buck.

[elc]

if the kicker horn will fit in the existing can, the kickers would be a great choice. my buddy has them on his LSV and they are loud.

[MLA]

Also will this option work better for surfing than what we have now?

What you have now is a 6.5" class coaxial that has a .5" tweeter. Also, its likely way under powered for a tower application as well. That speaker has a 100W peak rating by the manufacture. 100W rms to a 6.5" tower is just getting things rolling! What you likely need is more wattage, but I doubt that speaker will handle the needed power to make a difference. I would look for a speaker with a 1" dome tweeter that can handle to good solid wattage. A coaxial is going to give you best near field sound quality. if you do not want to retain the pods, I see no reason why you cant pull them and replace with a single pair of 8" coaxial pods and amp for about $1000 or less. A pair of rev-10 and amp is under 2K and would get you the best near-field and wake range setup.

The Kicker HLCD component setup will certainly increase the volume for surfing, but will also likely need an amp upgrade as well.

[Big-K]

Great Information guys, Thanks for the help!

I will have to do some thinking and by the looks of it digging into my wallet for some cash!

[TexasTexas95]

Look in the classifieds. 2 pairs of Wet sounds Rev 8's with LED rings for a deal.