JL Audio C7 Component Speakers - In Depth Overview!
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- Опубліковано 31 лип 2024
- When JL Audio started to design their new flagship speaker line they left no material, detail, or design element unexamined. After all, with iconic products like the W7 subwoofer, HD amplifiers and StealthBox enclosures these speakers have BIG shoes to fill to match the quality and performance JL Audio is known for. So what comes with the C7's? How do the specs look and what are these speakers designed for? Let's take a look!
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I love how my audio equipment is more expensive than my car lol.
My car still worth more than the system I put in it by almost 2k so I’m safe.. I paid 7500 for everything 😂
Same, bought my sn95 for 1300, and I'm probably 1500 invested in my sound system
Is it worth it? I'm considering doing the same instead of budgeting
@@chrismejia4661 Yea, if your willing to strip out the old equipment whenever you decide to get a new car. I personally try my best to leave most of the stock wiring and connectors in my car for the next owner.
Wow you need to get your priorities straight then
I just bought a pair of JL Audio C1-650x and a pair of JL Audio C1-650 component speakers. I've installed the 650x's and they sound amazing! I'm waiting on some Tesa tape and some foam sheets so I can install the component speakers and do some rudimentary sound treatments.
I also upgraded to an aftermarket head unit and added a 50 watt RMS mini-amplifier. What a difference an amplifier makes. I've owned a lot of car stereo speakers in my life, and the JL Audio speakers beat everything I've ever used by a mile. I've had German-made MB Quart, Alpine, JBL, and Pioneer. The JL Audio blows by them like they're standing still. They're as good in the car as my indoor sound system is in the house.
Thank you for the deal with Crutchfield! I was able to get everything I needed with a good discount!
I have been waiting for someone to do a full in depth look at these as I want these in my next DD build. I watch all of your videos so I’m glad you are doing this review. I have been into car audio for 15 years and I’ve learned so much from your channel in the last years it’s nuts. Great job as always and thanks !!
JL Audio has had it going on for a very long time. It is top drawer gear for those who really crave quality in their builds. Cast mounts, cast baskets, cast rings. Is their much else need said! Total commitment and total quality through and through! Don’t have to sell these. They sell themselves! 1st rate Mark! Keep it up!👍🏻
Been a big JL fan for years. Great video. Can’t wait to see the finished product. It’s going to sound great!
I have a pair of the JL ZR-650CSi's, loved them so much, I turned them into a pair of Bookshelf speakers, they sound fantastic!!
I'm glad to have watched your video on the JL Audio product. You provided a great explanation of the product features and I looked to forward to seeing the install.
Just ordered a 2-way set of these. Seriously can’t wait, I’ve had a set of C5’s in there for awhile under a VXi. Man oh man I’m gonna have some serious fun tuning these up.
I gotta say: JL has never disappointed me.. for almost 30 years now… I’ve seen and rise and fall of many manufacturers.. jl has always been consistent and quality
Viddy popped up and I watched it again. Glad i did, my C7s are now registered!!!
I have C2s in my front doors and they sound fantastic. Can only imagine how C7s are.
Just replaced all my speakers in my 2018 Silverado, added C5 components to the front and rear, pair of 12 tw5 subwoofers, XD 1000/1, XD100/6, a Fix 86 and a Twk88, sounds amazing!!
What was the price for all this u just said u did?
I bet you’re Dad is a cool person!! Thanks for your vids!
The JL C7 Woofers are epic! Had them in my car with the C7 Tweeters as 2-way setup. The mid can play up to 8Khz with no struggle at all. And the mid punch is unbelievable! Tweeter isn't the best seen on the market. Replaced the tweeter with Audison's Thesis Violino II. Was a dope setup!
Thanks for the tweet recommendation, I just bought a camry with 44 thousand miles looks like it was taken care of and I haven't had a system in a very long time so I think I want to go out and put something nice. Not crazy but nice
I have these now in my truck and not very convinced with the tweeters either, I feel like changing it fit a 2.5 full range that reaches over 16k hertz and provides reacher midrange
Very pleased with the mids through their whole range
@456Pegasus1 just so I'm sure I'm following along did you by any chance install the C7 6.5 speakers? If so what do you think and were they on sale 🤞 😊
Thanks for such an in-depth review/unboxing of these! 😇😎
This will be one of my favorite video's
Nice drivers, can't Waite to hear your review.
Spendy would be an understatement. You're essentially looking at roughly $2500 for all 6 speakers. At least through Crutchfield. This price range puts these speakers into upper tier products from the likes of Hertz, Focal and Morel.
That's a stretch for JL. Not enough reviews or reputation for these. I mean if these were flying off the shelf then yes. Any competition wins with these? Were is the "rep"?
I'll pass.
don't forget Hybrid Audio
Arc audio
Was looking for an active setup. Interested to see how it all goes together!
So beautiful This speakers😍
Got a JL 13W7AE and focal kx2s up front in my Jetta, fantastic brand
Yep, I'm ordering them!
Finally some one is doing a in depth over look at these!
I have a pair of JL Audio ZR650 kits "previous top of the line" in my daily driver..
And I LOVE them!!
So i will check out the C7 too.
I just bought a set of ZR650s, placing them in the front and will run C5s in the rear. I'm hoping I don't get buyer's remorse.
@@philgaerlan4853 Did you get buyers because I didnt. lol
I’ve got the c3’s and they are imo best speaker for the price point around
This is a great unboxing video. I absolutely love these speakers. I have a the 3 way set powered by a VXi800/8. Just perfect.
Are you sending 200 watts to each woofer? I’m about to wire up the same setup?
@@marckusewich5870 Yes. I bridged channels 5&6 and 7&8 for the woofers. The 800/8 is perfect for C7's.
Wondering what your dsp settings are and if you adjusted the eq much?
I have the Same exact components and set up with mid bass bridged.
I bought the JL C1s and they are very nice considering the price. Just need to tune the system with the DSP I have coming in. I have never used a DSP, I hope it will be worth it.
I’ve had the JL Audio C5 components and they were fantastic.
We used those on the Supra I just helped build. They sounded great! Nice that they can be purchased individually as well and some more size options.
@@CarAudioFabrication hi,i need help if u could help me,I bought used subwoofer box with subwoofer and amp. Subwoofer is ground zero gzhw 30 spl. In manual says it needs 90 net liters for vented box but it doesnt say anything about the air. My box has 127 gross liters but i dont know how to caluclate it to net....
@@CarAudioFabrication how much bass could the c7 threeway keep up with?. I would be powering them active with a 120 watts rms per channel like how you did to your dads car. i would be using a jl audio 13w7 ran off of a hd 1200 amp.
Mark ... we are waiting for your awesome projects with CNC ... wish you all the best dear brother ...
Love you videos man! Have you made one on which speaker is the slimmest?
The absolute best sounds speakers i have ever heard. Sadly $4k isn’t going to be an option for a lot of consumers
They're like 2300, same focal or morel
I hear you, 2300 for fronts, 2300 for rears plus 12 channels of amplification plus required dsp...I'm tapping out on this one.
I wouldnt run these for a rear fill, yes they're expensive but you get what you pay for in most cases.
Form a good relationship with your AD...never pay retail I paid $1600 for my 3way front stage
Anything is possible with a 0 apr credit card promo 🙏
Thanks for the information, very detailed. I am currently on the hunt for an upgrade from stock & after seeing your review and seeing them onsite at a local stereo shop. I have made my decision. OMG. there are so many different manufacturers out there, but big difference in the C7's. I've been out of the game for sometime. I've heard of JL Audio, but not payed to much attention. I was about to give them the go ahead, then got my quote replacing a four stock 6.5 with 1 pair C7 for the front and 1 pair C6 for the rear with a 12" jl sub & enclosure with a JLVX800/8i running mid/highs, & a JD500/1 Mono on the 12". I was blown away at the price & no discounts for me. Full retail @ 10k, but it did come with Blackhole dampening though out the vehicle and extra $350 to adjust the DSP. NOT> I ran, and decided to shop it. I'm still going to get the C7's, but else where. I'm hooked now that I heard them, along with many more. i.e. Focal, Audio Control, Alpine, etc. Thanks for all you do. Greatly appreciated......
I may get this setup for my car when I do my build
I might have to try these out
They sound incredible, more details to come in the SQ daily driver build!
The soon to be released 6ch Alpine R-A90S amplifier would be a very good match for this active 3 way system.
I had JL w4 12s in a daytona with US AMPS back in the 90s, haven't had a car stereo since. Now I have an 8th gen Civic sedan with only front working tweeters and an oem radio that randomly crank the volume up and down.
I really wish I could afford JL Audio again!
Very nice, wish I could, definitely would.
Im not worthy.... THANKS BRO.. FINALLY, some component love.
As the owner / user of the legendary 500/1 monoblock as seen in ↖that photo.. I am more than happy with the quality and craftsmanship of their audio equipment.
👊😎 Fistbump to Jim & Lou!
2ΩINFJ CD5 same! I have the same 1000/1v2 and 2 w7 10s that i had for over 10 years and that insane. It really is a testament of i the quality of JL Audio products, you get what you pay for
Your dad must be proud of you..lol .JL audio is one of the best
Love my c5s and 12w7
Those grills remind me of fractal art. Very cool looking imo.
That is one sexy component set! 🤩
Those are nice. I like the 6.5. Plenty of surround material and nice power handling.
The performance is very warm and natural sounding. Mid bass has great impact and depth.
Mark that build on your dads car was AWESOME !! the look on his face said it all , it was really cool you were able to do that for him . i was considering a set of Focal ES165 KX3 for my truck but after seeing your video on these JL C7 , Humm . im sure you have installed both and was wondering what your thoughts were between the 2 options . i have a set of Kilpsh K-Horns (fronts) and Lascalas (rear) for my home system and love the sound . wondering what you feel is the best option and secondly how they will compare to that Klipsh sound ?
I go way, way, WAYYYYYY back with JL. I installed for over 20 years back in the day when the tweeters were oval. Even today the 15 year old JL equipment in my car is still performing well. That includes the original Slash 300/4 and 500/1 along with VR speakers front and rear and three 10W1-8's. Let's not even start on my Eclipse AVN head unit.
Those slash amps were the best!!! Wished I kept my slash 500/1 that I sold with my sc300…
20 years ago my jl audio rep wanted me to use their separates on my build and focals sounded so much better. I bought the utopias and loved the way they sounded compared to jl high end. I would really like to hear what these sound like. If you only knew what my pricing was but I have to promise not to sell the equipment for 1 year.
The last jl component set I had was the XR....I’m getting old
My favorite speaker brand....
You should do an in-box camera for a sub box so that the owner can flip to a channel on the head unit and see the subs doing their thing.
Good to know.
I had a lot of doubt regarding the capacitor on my tweeters. (Leave it or remove)
It seems like the best thing would be to replace it with one of these capacitors.
I have ZR since 10 years and im very happy
Would you recommend the ZR over the C5? I just ordered them, hoping not to get buyer's remorse
I was wondering if you could use this for DIY speakers cabinets, for home music, because piecing together the crossovers like you said, would give flat response within about 5 db. I'd use the t/s parameters for the sealed box designs, and make the cabinets ultra sound dampened. Let me know if it's a bad idea or worth trying. Thanks, love all of your videos, you do an amazing job.
I would love to have these to replace my Hertz Millie Pro 3 Way.
These 3-way would be wonderful the VXi 800/8. I would bridge the 4 channels into 2 to push the woofers.
I have the JL audio c5 components speakers and C5 coaxial speakers with a 5channel amplifier JL XD1000/5 with a HO112W6V3 ... omg ...
If the c5 speakers are great
The c7 should be phenomenal SQ
what amp and head unit would you recommend with these speakers for best performance?
I was planning on using focal in my next build but these look amazing.
Focal car speakers sound amazing, I found them to be the best fit in my Honda Accord. Compared them to JL, Morel, Hertz and they still came out the winner. Still, these JLs have piqued my interest.
FelixtheMetalcat I’ve always been a fan of JL subs and especially their reference amps. To me their mids and highs weren’t quite on that next level. These look amazing. I’m probably still going to get Focal because that’s the first brand that has really excited me as far as sound quality.
@@mytruckinlifeace4047 cool, when done I hope you love it! I went with JL for sub in my car also. This was really the first chance I had to really dial in a killer system yet I still have some room for improvement down the road.
FelixtheMetalcat sounds great. I know im going to be extremely happy.
CdT is a very underated speaker.
Hi, I'm new to your channel, I was fascinated by the work you do, would you give me some advice to install a thitter and a midrang in the cab of my truck? with slightly contained costs thanks.
I was more of a fan of the German manufactured MB Quart components. I had 4 sets of them in my 2001 E-class running off a pair of Alpine amps and Alpine head unit. I believe each set cost me about $400. I think that was the best sound system I ever built. It didn’t even need a subwoofer. It sounded so clean and crisp. I remember hearing things like the artists moistening their lips. The guitar players fingers moving up and down the fretboard. The felt hammers striking the strings on a piano.
I used to do quality control work for them in 2007. Components at the time are made in China but the subs are made in USA
2007 was 13 years ago, things have changed. They absolutely build the mid and woofer in the Miramar location
Those are cool
It looks very similar to the early 2000s Rockford Fosgate stuff, which is a look I always loved. I wish I had $4k to spend I'd be all over those.
i like the grill with all the holes
They have best subs forever🙏🏾🙏🏾
I have always been impressed by them, especially the low profile options, crazy the bass output they have with such small air space.
I see some videos in internet.. they try to destroy jl sub with extra power.. but guess what!! he cant blow that jl sub!! And still working!!
If I wanted 2 - way set up on doors , what would you recommend cross over set at for woofer & Tweeter?
I have a question about subwoofers and midrange speaker cone's? I have always liked running polypropylene with rubber surround subs and midrange speakers but some of my friends run paper cone speakers! My question is what is better? I know the polypropylene speakers last longer as they don't rot also I like the sound quality.
Some dome mids woulda been perfect for the A pillar as they have the best off axis performance for that type of listening angle.
After going 3-way with a set of Hertz Mille’s, I will never go 2-way again. The difference was that noticeable to me!
Unless if I just don’t have the space...
I’ve been overly happy with the C5’s - they are at the ‘last speaker’ status in terms of a listener being satisfied with overall sound. I imagine the C7’s are too!
Are we going to be seeing JLs in all your builds now or do you still stand by the Focals?
Definitely wish I could afford JL.
I remember my original W6 setup in the 90s.
craig jones w7 didn’t come out in 90s but I get your point
@@hadbl12 spell check. W6
You would have had the W6 v1? In the 2000's I ran 3 10w6v2....they were absolute bangers. Still the best SQ setup I've ever had.
@@philgaerlan4853 yup the OG W6
Nice
From this video I can say confidently that JL paid well, very well
It looks like their old zr line which used to be great and we're comparable to focals
I'm going for a 2017 chevy bolt. What are the pieces of equipment needed to run this audio set in that car?
Which amplifier would u recommend to go with the c7 set?
Do you have to put the tweeter and the mid together or can I put it in the rear pillars I have 07 tahoe and I have 2 tweeters in the front pillars and 6 1/2 on the doors and two 3 1/2 in the rear pillars I'm trying to upgrade my factory speakers
Hello, myself Jayanta from India, thanks for uploaded the knowledge able video, I have 2014 Fortuner, I want to upgrade my audio setup,
Planning to upgrade like Rockford sub and JL audio component with 4 channels + mono amplifier.
Please suggest what model of JL & Rockford to be used and what's amplifier need to be used for good Punch
I have a 2001 Tacoma. Do you know of any sort of thing I could use to see if these components would fit in my vehicle?
even though some of the materials are imported, JL still produces and assembles much of the speaker lines in their catalog. that may not matter to some, but it does to me! very few made in USA companies remain.
i will say, the sub lineup covers almost any budget out there, if you can swing the upper end subs you wont be disappointed.. the W3 series is a great mid-cost sub. although i have not seen many praise their component systems, i would think some of the comps are top tier. wish i had a way to get a 3-way system in my Taco, without mods or those horrible looking aftermarket speaker pods.
for now, i'll stick with my budget 2-way system but perhaps update in the future.. or on my next vehicle.
So with this setup will you run any rear speakers?
i am getting ready to do a complete system in my 6th Gen Camaro .. i am debating on going with these 3 speakers or Focal KX3 system .. which would you go with and what Amp DSP would you run with them .. i am going with a JL W7 12 AE sub also... i don't believe i will do rear speakers or deck speakers i think these either one would be plenty .. Please give me your advice and i am supposed to do this in the next day or two ... i like your videos and watch you all the time.
I have all C2s. I found that my door speakers are distorting so badly. I was told to buy a new head unit but that didn’t fix anything. I’m guessing all I can do now is amp then up? The speakers are definitely not blown as they sound amazing hooked up to the rear of the car. Bass isn’t up too high or anything 🤔
I wonder how they compare to the Audiofrog GB series.
Mark, I'm replacing the stock system in my 2016 Mercedes Benz CLS400. How do you think this component set compares to the least expensive Focal 3-way component set?
these are nice and very expensive i would like to hear them does the much cheaper ct auido 3 way set even come close sound wise and Mark i would really like to know what you think about other 3way components budget and high end
Do grills help or hurt the off axis response? Also is that tweeter cap considered a bass blocker?
Mark I have a pioneer Deh 80prs running in metwork mode I just installed a pair of Punch Tweeters they came with crossovers they are 3500hz & up should I use them even though I using the onboard crossover in the head unit?
I’m curious to see how you rate these to the Hertz Mille 3 way Legends.
I heard a 3-way C7 system next to a 2-way Mille Legend system right next to each other on a sound board at a dealer a year ago. They were almost indistinguishable.
Dont know if you answer questions. Just bought a set of these tweeters before i saw this video, will they work ok w/ passive crossover
Do you have videos of eq tuning and audio settings
Im already doing some custom A pillars and D pillars for my 2019 ford flex SEL thanks to whatever videos i have been able to find with you doing A pillars lol. Im going from C5 3ways to C7 3 way full active all around.
That is going to sound awesome!
@@CarAudioFabrication yes!!!! JL Audio has been so helpful to me as well, they sent me some C7 flush mount tweeter cups a few days ago so i can get started on my A And D pillars. This is one of the reasons why ive been a JL Audio Customer since 2011. Just havent decided on the HD amps with a Twk88 or going the VXi amp route and having a bit of less power. Perhaps doing some Overlapping with my SMD DD1+ will help compensate a bit for that. 😁
Jose Luis Ruiz how were the c5s ?
@@miker-s7219 the C5-653 3 ways are awesome! I have those in my Buick Park Avenue paired with an HD600/4 and they are bad ass!!!! So i figured if these C7 are the new Top Notch, they should sound even smoother and louder then the C5s. 👌
@@joseluisruiz3789
The wireless TüN app for the VXi DSP/amplifiers using their separate BT adapter is awesome. Almost reason alone to use them. But they are expensive. Get the VXI 8 channel and bridge 4 channels for the midwoofers.
The DSP in the VXi amps include another DSP processed set of line level RCA outputs to send to any subwoofer amp of your choosing, even a non-JL amp. So you could still use a HD1200.1 for your subwoofer(s) and use the extra DSP output channel from the VXi 8-channel or other multi-channel VXi amp to process your sub amp.
I'm sure you can hook up a decent discount from your dealer or rep tho'. :)
Hey Mark, Im going to be running 2 c7-100cts and and 1 c7-350cm in my dash on my truck. These are recommended to be ran as active and with a dsp. I will be using a LC8i since im keeping my factory head unit. Does the LC8i serve as an active crossover? If so do I need a dsp? I was told If I get the LC8i then its kinda pointless to get the vx800/8i since the LC8i does all of the fine tuning to run any basic 8channel amp without DSP?
Great sd bro, but JL does make good quality
Went and checked them out after this video, ready to order... until I saw the price! Wow. Way out of my range.
Can I run a 3.5” and a tweeter with a sub for a older car that doesn’t have spacer for the larger 6-6.5”?
so can a passive crossover be used with the C7 tweeters?