Skip to main content

Michael Lavander's 2006 Ford Fusion SEL

Alpine stereo

Items installed:

Installation Description

Removed the factory receiver, added an Alpine CDA-9813. Utilized the factory "Audiophile" door speakers and then added a Rockford Fosgate Punch 400S amp and HE12 sub. (also using two Rockford Power 12s when another vehicle is in storage.)Sounds great. The factory component setup in the front doors really sounds good for being 'factory'.The sound quality and ease of tuning the sound improved dramatically with the Alpine.Bass Engine Pro and built-in V-Drive rock!

Q&A Section

Why did you decide to upgrade your A/V system?

The factory "Audiophile" system is horrible...or at least the factory receiver controlling it is.

What's the first thing you show people about your installation?

How nice the Alpine looks in the dash.

Why did you choose these products?

Carry-over parts purchased for another vehicle in 2003. Then installed in another vehicle in 2005. That lease just ended.

What was the most difficult part of the installation?

Choosing where to run the amp power wire from the battery.

What plans, if any, do you have for future upgrades?

None.

Rockford Fosgate Punch 400S amp under the passenger front seat.

Amp under the passenger front seat.

Subwoofer in the trunk.

Subwoofer in the trunk.

  • lewis gunn from portsmouth

    Posted on 7/15/2015

    I have a 2013 fusion my system is factory hd. Unit 6x8 rear deck kicker 2way audio sound. Line converter kenwood 5 channel used at 3.channels 2 channels bridged to power a. Single 10 '' vr sub dvc

  • Tim reed from Mt sterling oh

    Posted on 7/4/2015

    It looks great, I think the double din stereo would look good too

Exclusive Crutchfield technology
Product preview

Color:

Scorecard by Crutchfield

Sound profile:
Warm
Ideal for extended fatigue-free listening, because they emphasize bass and roll off the highest treble, for smooth, relaxed sound.
Neutral
A solid choice for most applications, because they prioritize accuracy, without emphasizing bass or treble.
Bright
Perfect for listeners who want to hear every detail, because they accentuate higher frequencies for a crisp, energetic sound.
Detail/Clarity score
Bass score
Vocals score
Researched & reviewed by humans, summarized by AI

No results found
Try this:
  • Check your spelling
  • Narrow your search to brand name, product title, or model number

Rate your experience with SpeakerCompare

Thank you for your feedback!
You must select a track to start
Please turn active noise cancelling off for best results
Listening mode

What to listen for

Track notes

Artist: