ltdaywalker

Yeah I'd go with the Alpine head unit, cause you can always upgrade your subs and amp easier and usually cheaper than your head unit. But realistically getting a sweet sound system costs money, I spent $2100 and the sound is worth it esp. considering how much time i spend in my car. I have a Pioneer deck, 2 pioneer 6x9s and 2 Infiniti Kappa 4x6s. As for the boom, i sport a Fosgate 1000bd mono amp with 2 Cervwin Vega 15" subs. I love it, but seriously I think as long as you get a semi decent amp you dont need two of them to power any 10-12" subs that are in your price range. Oh and I def. agree with Sixate on the self-install, its not that difficult and can save alot of money, and once you get handy with it you can make a little cash by installing systems for friends. Ive done a couple of my friends systems and we both appreciate it!