Welcome, my channel was started many years ago when I purchased my first GoPro and then the page sat stagnant until 2019. I started back at it and I want to bring amazing content to my subscribers. I started learning with my 2019 SeaDoo GTX 300 Limited and I am now fully committed to bringing better content that will include my new 2021 Yamaha FSH 210 Sport and related material.
Just replaced the stock WetSounds 6.5s with some Skar 6.5s on my pontoon. A world of a difference with just that change. Will be adding a subwoofer next and possibly two more 6.5s. Need to add a second battery first. Great video!! 👍🏼🤙🏼
I previously had a hydro foil on an older 20' Mako, and even though it actually helped a bit to get on plane, I had crazy scary bow steer. I ditched the whale tail and installed a set of these tabs on the boat and it handled way better. The ride was so much smoother and comfortable. Plus the bow steer was gone. I now have an older Dusky and I just ordered a set of these for my new boat. Worth every $.01 IMHO.
I have 4 skar 6.5” and was gonna add 2 8” full sounds not the subs, I was gonna do marine skar 1000w amp to run 2 channels to the 4 6.5 making is 75w per speaker and then 150w per 8” the 8” r rms 125 each is the 150w with gain tuned down gonna be ok? Its hard for me to figure a amp perfect rms for my setup
Yes that will be fine. I am running that amp like this: my two 8s on channels 3&4 standard wiring one to each channel then I have my four 6.5s on channel 1&2 wired in parallel. As far as gains they need to be tuned separately. You also want to tune your frequencies separately unless you’re wanting to run them all full range like I have mine. PS you don’t turn gains down to compensate you tune them.
@@NoahDever try it yourself first but if you struggle then take it to professional. Remember to start with all headunit levels flat and no boosts on with volume at 75%. Start with gains on amp all the way down then adjust up to point of distortion then back off until distortion is gone.
These by far. The Skars are only 6.5” and way less powerful. They aren’t even comparable as they are two very different setups. The skars are in a large 10 speaker setup. The setup I have is much louder than these but if you were deciding between just the Skar 6.5s in cans versus these then there’s no comparison and these are the way to go.
I have a 23’ hurricane deck boat, I’m not trying to go crazy, but would like it to sound good. I am thinking 4 skar audio 6” would be plenty, question is, do I need an amp? Should I add tweeters? And is it worth the extra money for the head unit? Or if I don’t, is it not worth buying the speaker upgrade. Or should I just buy Pyle? Thanks for any input!
As far as the speakers the 6 1/2 inch Skar audios would be a decent sounding system, but you should definitely put them on an amp. Also do not get a pile head unit. They are terrible head units. I always recommend starting with a new head unit and building the system as you go if you can’t afford it all at once but if you use a terrible head unit you’re just amplifying terrible sound and usually are overworking the amplifier. Your audio starts with the head unit then the amplifier and speakers. If you’d like me to send you recommendations let me know.
@@THEFSHDUDE awesome! Yea, I have never really got into audio before and I totally thought it was the other way around, because there are so many speaker reviews. This is good info! I have been watching your videos and would love a recommendation for best bang for the buck set up. I will probably just get what you recommend here. Thank you!
Here is another one for you Stinger Amplifier Kit and Skar Audio Amplifier Installation on my Yamaha 210 FSH Sport ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-pNaBs_JomwE.html
@@THEFSHDUDE got it. Thanks. The other day I flushed the engine s and steam was coming out and water dripping from the back was hot. Few days later I flushed them again and no steam whatsoever. Do you know why that could be?
@@ralphv.5026 that’s normal, the water is hot because it’s absorbed the engine heat. That’s how your motors are cooled. Sometimes it steams sometimes it doesn’t .
@@THEFSHDUDE For my Ryker Rally trike. 4 speaker pods and an amplifier. Definitely at least 2 of the pods will be 6.5". I just want to make sure I can hear the music just fine while driving on the highway at 70-80 MPH. So I know the RMS for the speakers needs to be at least 100 watts. I don't want the amp to be too large for limited space issues. If you have 2 or 3 recommendations for each speaker and amps options that would be great, sir. 👌
$350 to $500 range total for the amplifier AND speakers combo would be nice. I can go a little higher if I need to, but I prefer to not max past that range if I can avoid it. This is NOT including the amplifier kit as I know that that will be an extra cost no problem. I would like to have 4 speakers that are 6.5" down the road, but as long as I have "at least" 2 speakers that are 6.5" that sound great and crisp, I will be happy. I do need to be able to hear the music while I'm driving at least 70 to 80 mph on the highway.@@THEFSHDUDE
Awesome video! I'm interested in the Yamaha or Scarab C.C. boat and their isn't anything but boat magazines and sales rep.videos. I thought you were honest and did some excellent mods to your boat. I love it. Good luck.
Could you be more specific on what you’re looking for? I have numerous videos reviewing the boat, add ons that improve the usability and comforts, and everything in between. Did you watch the previous review I did of the boat?
Brother, you don't understand how GREAT this video is! People don't realize how important RMS is for their sound. Much appreciated! Liked and subbed now!
Dude.. Where did you buy the spare tire mount for your trailer? I ordered one like that and the frame brackets were not wide enough to mount to bracket.. Also, did you install the vertical gide poles yourself? If so, where sourced?
Big mistake. Salt Away instructions say do not run until water reservoir is clear. It says turn all supply off when the suds start flowing from the engine. This way the Salt Away will coat the inside of the engine for better breaking up of salt deposits and future protection.
Big mistake. This is not salt away, this is salt off. Here are the instructions from the manufacturer for you knowledge: Flush & Protect 1. Attach Salt Off Applicator to a garden hose and the other end to a flushing unit designed for your engine type. 2. Turn black knob clockwise to ON. 3. Turn blue knob to WATER ONLY. 4. Start engine. Run until normal operating temperature is reached. 5. Turn blue knob to MIXTURE. Solution should be flowing. 6. Allow to run until solution is used and dispenser cup is clear.
There could be a few problems first being water pressure if you do not have enough water pressure from your hose It won’t come out the side next would be clogged ports sometimes the port gets clogged by insects and lastly, you could have an issue more major like engine issues the first thing I would start with the hose pressure and go from there.
Great job with the video. Appreciate it very much. I was looking at these boats when they first came out. There wasn’t any dual motor ones that I can remember. Seems the way to go.
Thank you for your down to earth perspective, perfect for my budget mind. I’d use the skar if I didn’t have to enlarge the speaker holes to use them. Between kicker, clarion or fusion, which would you recommend for a 6.5” speaker that will fit a 5” hole. Will be powered by a kicker marine amp and paired with a 10” sub. Thanks.
What's the expectation with these? Would it be ok to leave them out on the tower all the time or do you have to go through the pain of unscrewing them every time with the allen wrench?
You can leave these on. Also, you don’t need to unbolt them because the speakers have quick releases. Only reason you’d need to unbolt the clamps is to install them on something else.
Just got a Hurricane Deck Boat. Thinking of doing this set-up except the four speakers are situated with two on the left side and two on the right side (facing each other). Do I still get two 6.5" speakers and two 8" speakers or should I go with all one size? Still plan to use the amp as well.
I put these on a 19.5' stern drive Bayliner. The only down side is backing up they will catch water of course, and it will delay change of direction which is a really big deal for my wife, as she would then spin the steering wheel in the wrong direction, since it wasn't responding to her initial inputs. It helps reduce "wander" too at slow/idle speeds. These are way better than a "whale tail". I have used those too.
So after watching your video i also installed the same setup 4 6.5s and 2x8s with the 1000w amplifier. Do you keep youre amplifier base toggle at medium or full base?
@@THEFSHDUDE Any similar subwoofer option? Also if I had an EQ or DSP, how would one integrate, can it take in input channels that bypass the bluetooth? Thanks 🙏 for the responses so far!
@@chokechange no inputs other than Bluetooth. You can pair 99 of their speakers together. They sell subs and soundbars too. The soundbars have inputs so you can use those for other inputs. No need for dsp as they have built in audio controllers so it’d be pointless and redundant.
@@THEFSHDUDE Built in Audio Controllers? How can I learn more about that, like an auto eq, or like an App I can use? The soundbars might be too big for my application… smaller than a jetski, Is there a smaller speaker or unit that can still pair with these towers? Thx for all the info!
@@joshwaters5205 I run this head unit www.amazon.com/dp/B085FP31WQ/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_2T5VEG5T8P749DKW7W9E?linkCode=ml2&tag=thefshdude09-20 and this amplifier amzn.to/4cP247q
So you have connivence me to go with skar over JL and even maybe the same 2 pairs of 6.5” and 1 pair of 8” and RB150.4 1000w amp you mention you have. My question is how do you wire them when the 8s call for 250rms for the pair and the 160rms per pair with out overloading the 6.5s or under powering the 8s in the 4 channel amp. I have a local marine shop doing the instal but he is not necessarily an audio tuner. My initial though was the run 4 8s on the 500w amp or 6 8s on the 800w. I want the best system I can have without spend unnecessary money as it’s only a 19ft center console.
@@THEFSHDUDE awesome, thank you. What are your thoughts on the Fusion MS-RA70? That’s what my family all run on their boats and seems to be really popular in my area. I know you say you run the KMC5. What’s the benefits of one over another?
Hope you're still reading these! Saw some old videos...they were great! With cost in mind, I liked the skar 6.5" speakers and a kicker D Amp combo. What do I use to complete the system...and would you still recommend that combo? I'm replacing four 6.5" inch speakers on my bay boat. Is bass decent on 6.5's? Thanks!
I am dying to subscribe to somebody's channel. That gives me a comment back. When I ask something, I ask. What are the longest length that you can get these ratchet? Straps in and no one seems to comment back. Maybe you will.
Going to buy these based on your review. Thanks. Just can't figure out what color to get. Boat is a new 2024 AR220 we pick up first weekend of May. Like the black to match the tower, but White I think would look good as it stands out against the black tower.
@@THEFSHDUDE, ordered black. Will be here Tomorrow. Will get to play with them at home and figure out all the settings before installing them on the boat. Thanks again.
The only thing I don't understand after playing with them tonight is what is the base cover plates are for that include 4 small screws for each one. I am using the quick release knobs, so don't think those parts are needed.
Taking delivery of 2020 FSH 190 today and one of the first things to do is install a keel guard also. You linked the guard you bought but was curious what length you ended up going with. Advertisement says 4-12'. Also in another vid you posted you had installed additional gunnel pop up cleats to better center your fenders secure points. Could you link the gunnel cleats you went with?
I did the 8’ on mine. There’s a guide on the images for boat size and length here amzn.to/3vVGNsp. As for the cleats, these are the ones I used amzn.to/3Q8mBKC. I hope this helps.
@@THEFSHDUDE Thanks so much for the links. Going to order the cleats.. Last question... Did you install the spare tire mount or did it come on the trailer with boat? Am looking for the mount just like yours.
@@suicidecl I recommend this 1000 watt RMS amp: www.amazon.com/dp/B07482GG6C/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_X0HFGYPPRW19V3YYZ479?linkCode=ml2&tag=thefshdude09-20
That was the Zone 2 speaker output adapter that came with the head unit. This was temporary and only 50 watts. You can accomplish this with the Zone 2 preouts (RCA) connectors and another amp as well which is what I did later when adding the tower speakers.
