Yes, I see your point and can agree to an extent. Different brands use differing quality components though, and I think this can greatly affect both performance and longevity, regardless of install. Kicker vs. JL for example...I've heard a few side-by-side comparisons of boths top end subs (L7 & w7), both in their recomended enclosures at recommended power and it's easy to distinguish that Kicker is the sloppier of the two. Another example of the two brands, amp-wise....I have seen way more Kicker amps with induced noise than JL...again, installtion was by the books.

Which brings me back to my point, I think most companies with a bad rep have it for a good reason...first-hand consumer experience. I worked with a guy who installed car audio for over 20 years, and I would get a car in the shop which needed a problem diagnosed. Many times, this guy could take a look at what brand/model equipment was being run tell me exactly what the problem probably was, and he was usually right.

 

Tj - I Agree

 

where do you buy these shitty brands, pyramid pyle and total? i've never seen them anywhere

 

o dont get him started on total again he will pull out the pictures of hte trophies

 

They're everywhere online...ebay, etc.. Or just check out your local pawn shop or flea market.

 

Gee thanks... sorry yall dont think total is that great guys..they actually have great sound quality...but no im not gonna break out the pic of the trophy again...unless someone wants me too anyway.. i personally like total for SQ, now for bass thats a different stroy, although my buddy does have 4 total 12's in his jeep and they can get down pretty well.. but the alpine type x is good, and of course the W7..kicker...u know the normal stuff everyone has