Have replaced the front speakers on my VRS today but they have small tweeters built in to them. I still have the original tweeters fitted.

I assume that the stereo has four output channels. Each are then split by a box in to two separate channels. One for tweeter and one for the bass speakers. I assume the small tweeter on the new speaker will not be receiving any frequencies to play, but if enabled would provide better sound then the original tweeters.

Does anyone know how to mix the channels back together, removing the splitter box if it exists or connecting the wires together?

Is it worth it, or should I leave as it is with original tweeter?

I will be upgrading head unit next.

The Stereo has 4 channel outputs, Front Left, Front Right, Rear Left and Rear Right.

The tweeters in the OEM setup are connected in parallel to the main speakers at the bottom of each door using a capacitor to remove the low frequencies. The same channel is driving both the tweeter and main speaker in each of the front doors. Ideally you'll disconnect the factory tweeter in the top of the door.

Ok thanks. I assume that if i dont disconnect the OEM tweeter i will end up with twice the treble.

The Stereo has 4 channel outputs, Front Left, Front Right, Rear Left and Rear Right.

The tweeters in the OEM setup are connected in parallel to the main speakers at the bottom of each door using a capacitor to remove the low frequencies. The same channel is driving both the tweeter and main speaker in each of the front doors. Ideally you'll disconnect the factory tweeter in the top of the door.

Edited 10 November, 201213 yr by CookieMonster

Ok thanks. I assume that if i dont disconnect the OEM tweeter i will end up with twice the treble.

Pretty much, it will also alter the impedance of the speakers with them connected. Disconnected should sound a whole lot better.

Sorry to add on to Cookie Monster's thread.

I'm not in the same league as the vrs (17 year old daughter negates that option), so have Fabia 1, 1.2 HTP Classic.

Does anyone know what speakers would fit in the pods in the rear - the parcel shelf space is there for the speakers, just not the speakers. Would like to fit normal priced speakers, rather then forking out mega bucks at the dealer.

Wouldn't it sound horrid/odd with the tweeters down low, rather than in the stock position?

No idea to the other question though, sorry!

I thought about this. I guess if I wanted the best sound I should have got component speakers with a cross over box. One of the speakers had blown and I made the decision I was happy with the entry level £26 set of speakers. Of course my original question was to simply ensure they were fitted correctly.

Having said that I can't see that high frequencies can be that restricted by moving them a couple of feet in the small enclosure a car is.

Wouldn't it sound horrid/odd with the tweeters down low, rather than in the stock position?

No idea to the other question though, sorry!

Edited 10 November, 201213 yr by CookieMonster

the higher frequencies tend to be more directional so it's more important to have them pointed correctly... not the end of the world though.

As an update I have tested and it sounds better with out the OEM tweeter. The bass, middle and treble balance is good. The speakers I fitted were Edge ED205 5.25" Car Speakers from halfords and were a direct swap with the OEM speakers.

Glad to hear you're happy with the results!

Glad to hear you're happy with the results!

Though it depends on your age. We tried this out with HI FI broadcast speakers at one place,when I was about 30 . I could "sense" 18khz but not much higher, whereas one of our 17 year old apprentices could sense well into the 20khz band .

Does anyone know what speakers would fit in the pods in the rear - the parcel shelf space is there for the speakers, just not the speakers. Would like to fit normal priced speakers, rather then forking out mega bucks at the dealer.

If you do not have speakers as standard, you're missing the wiring for them. Also worth bearing in mind the speakers in the rear deck are more for your rear passengers. They won't make as much difference to the listening experience for the driver as you might expect.

http://www.ebay.co.u...=item4156293177 is a kit which includes the wiring and speakers the correct size. It's a kit quite a few on here have used, including myself, as it was a bit cheaper a while back.

If you haven't done so yet, replace the standard unit for a decent new head unit. This will make the standard speakers sound quite respectable, and you have the option of fancy things like ipod/usb connectivity and bluetooth.

Other than that the best option is to upgrade the front speakers, and components (i.e. separate mid bass and tweeters) are the best option for the Fabia.

There are some limitations on mounting depth (60mm max), and if you won't be using an amp that limits you to some of the cheaper lower RMS wattage speakers to make sure the head unit can power them properly.

Edited 11 November, 201213 yr by anewman

If you do not have speakers as standard, you're missing the wiring for them. Also worth bearing in mind the speakers in the rear deck are more for your rear passengers. They won't make as much difference to the listening experience for the driver as you might expect.

http://www.ebay.co.u...=item4156293177 is a kit which includes the wiring and speakers the correct size. It's a kit quite a few on here have used, including myself, as it was a bit cheaper a while back.

If you haven't done so yet, replace the standard unit for a decent new head unit. This will make the standard speakers sound quite respectable, and you have the option of fancy things like ipod/usb connectivity and bluetooth.

Other than that the best option is to upgrade the front speakers, and components (i.e. separate mid bass and tweeters) are the best option for the Fabia.

There are some limitations on mounting depth (60mm max), and if you won't be using an amp that limits you to some of the cheaper lower RMS wattage speakers to make sure the head unit can power them properly.

Cheers anewman - that one's added to my ebay watch list

Though it depends on your age. We tried this out with HI FI broadcast speakers at one place,when I was about 30 . I could "sense" 18khz but not much higher, whereas one of our 17 year old apprentices could sense well into the 20khz band .

AS with ALL hifi........everybody hears things differently..........so good advice

I have a bass/mid cone with floating tweeter (Pioneer) in the rear side shelfs....and I have kept the OEM rear door tweeters wired up......all sounds much better (to me that is) and has worked for well over 6yrs!...........Best option is to have tweeters as "directional" line of sight as possiable........but if it sounds better without......your ears.....your car!!!!!