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Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-12-2020, 4:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,569
Posted By Wakesounds
Thats good to know. From my understanding,...

Thats good to know. From my understanding, there's little adjustments that can be made with the factory amps to get more out of the systems. It sounds like most of the adjustments are factory set and...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-11-2020, 6:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,569
Posted By Wakesounds
Audio knowledge: Factory vs Aftermarket

I spoke with a marine audio installer friend a while back and he had stated that most factory amps/speakers that come with boats are detuned or dialed back a bit so your not getting the full power....
Forum: Wakesurfing 07-16-2018, 9:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,491
Posted By Wakesounds
Rich, get ahold of trevor (tmill), he runs all...

Rich, get ahold of trevor (tmill), he runs all sorts of lessons on the lake. He competes all over the world, sponsored and a good guy. He knows his stuff!
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 02-09-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,957
Posted By Wakesounds
Agreed. One thing I've learned with research is...

Agreed. One thing I've learned with research is that the lumen rating is borderline worthless and amp draw is a much better measurement of output when comparing similar style lights. Lumen output can...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 02-08-2018, 8:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,957
Posted By Wakesounds
What is the best placement location for surfing?...

What is the best placement location for surfing? My guess is setting them up in a pretty wide pattern to illuminate the wave face outside the prop wash.
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 02-08-2018, 5:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,957
Posted By Wakesounds
The drain plug idea may be a cool accessory but...

The drain plug idea may be a cool accessory but not enough to surf behind. They might be a decent option in addition to some quality lights but probably not needed. I like the silver case of the...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 02-07-2018, 9:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,340
Posted By Wakesounds
To the guys running subs under the helm, how is...

To the guys running subs under the helm, how is your bass response near the back of the boat while out in the water and not moving? I installed a 13w7 ported under the helm with a 1200 slash JL audio...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 02-07-2018, 8:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,957
Posted By Wakesounds
Great feedback! Even though its winter here in...

Great feedback! Even though its winter here in Washington, for some reason I've been researching boat lights for the last 4 hours like I had nothing else to do! I guess the taxes and dishes can wait...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 02-07-2018, 3:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,957
Posted By Wakesounds
Top Underwater surf LED's

Looking to add some lighting to my boat this year for some nighttime surfing. I found a few older posts but not much in the last year or so for reviews. What are currently the best options for...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 05-24-2015, 4:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,354
Posted By Wakesounds
I'll re-route the grounds and give it another go.

I'll re-route the grounds and give it another go.
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 05-23-2015, 3:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,354
Posted By Wakesounds
Hull Grounding

I'm working on upgrading all of my ground connections to limit induced resistance noise and I question if new boats also have grounds from the block to the hull that need to be upgraded?

I...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-26-2014, 11:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,823
Posted By Wakesounds
Your tower speakers are likely on a 4ohm stereo...

Your tower speakers are likely on a 4ohm stereo load with the in boats on a 2ohm stereo.
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-26-2014, 11:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,823
Posted By Wakesounds
Yes, basically everything is vastly underpowered....

Yes, basically everything is vastly underpowered. Those amps are only rated to put out 150 per channel @ 14.4v. Depending if your play while sitting or running, your tower speakers are likely getting...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-16-2014, 9:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,321
Posted By Wakesounds
The amount of batteries for the stereo is really...

The amount of batteries for the stereo is really dependant on a number of factors. What other amps do you have in your setup? You already know the answer is based on downtime listening and volume...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-16-2014, 4:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,833
Posted By Wakesounds
Success rarely comes from taking the easy road,...

Success rarely comes from taking the easy road, so I'm not looking for short cuts but more clarity of details. Thank you for providing those.
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-16-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,833
Posted By Wakesounds
Thank you david, i appreciate your technical...

Thank you david, i appreciate your technical input and experience. As you have mentioned, boats never see 14.4 and most of my playing is done near 12.6v which at a 25% loss from non regulated voltage...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-15-2014, 10:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,833
Posted By Wakesounds
David, let me be a little more specific. I'm...

David, let me be a little more specific. I'm speaking of unregulated amplifiers and in this scenario a wet sounds Sd6 tuned with a 0db 1khz tone.

If bridged to a 4ohm load it assumes 585 watts @...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-14-2014, 10:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,341
Posted By Wakesounds
This is what i bought for when my brakes act up....

This is what i bought for when my brakes act up. It has a magnet to keep it in place too.

http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=120941559235
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-13-2014, 9:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,833
Posted By Wakesounds
Gain sensitivity questions

I typically do all my own audio work but theres a couple things I'm not quite certain on that maybe others can clarify!

1. When using test tones and ac voltage to set gains, is it better to use...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-13-2014, 1:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,932
Posted By Wakesounds
Since my speakers mount on the side of the tower,...

Since my speakers mount on the side of the tower, can i get covers with the logo turned 90 deg so that it is oriented correctly?
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-12-2014, 7:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,932
Posted By Wakesounds
Anyone have good pictures of how the wet sounds...

Anyone have good pictures of how the wet sounds covers look? Do they leave rub marks since they fit so tight?
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-11-2014, 12:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,932
Posted By Wakesounds
I usually keep my bimini up for the kids so not...

I usually keep my bimini up for the kids so not worried about fading. I just want to keep them clean and scuff free when not in use. Might add a little strap for carrying if possible (i haven't seen...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-11-2014, 11:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,932
Posted By Wakesounds
Wet sounds speaker covers

I just bought a set of rev 10's and would like to keep them looking good! I often take them off the tower to keep them out of the weather and free from wear and tear. Im thinking of getting the wet...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 08-24-2014, 1:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 18,738
Posted By Wakesounds
Unless the boat company's teach their electronics...

Unless the boat company's teach their electronics guy how to set gains, they will just continue to install everything as its taken out of the box with no adjustments. The equpment is good wether WS...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 08-23-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,952
Posted By Wakesounds
If people come out with me for the sole intention...

If people come out with me for the sole intention of boarding...the first times on me, if its more consistent riding I expect them to chip in for fuel and help with cleaning. Gas isnt cheap and if im...
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