Hey guys.

I have a 2005 USDM Mazda RX-8 (so it's left hand drive!) in the USA. I'm a Malaysian currently studying there.

Anyway, for those of you who own an RX-8, you should know that the "premium" Bose sound system from the factory is rather..., weak. You can turn it up and it'll have some kick..., but I'm talking about turning it up till its near maximum.

So I'm thinking I should swap out all the existing Bose speakers for better stuff. I think I have some idea of how to DIY in aftermarket speakers, but I need a good recommendation for brands, series, and stuff...

I don't want these speakers to stick out, so no fancy decorations are required. I also race my car, so I don't wish to tack on extra weight by having a big, fat and heavy subwoofer in the back..., so the new units must have a good bass kick already built in.

Any ideas guys?

Eh..., I'm not sure about the amp, because I don't know where to put it. If I have to sacrifice trunk space or something..., well, I can't do that. Where do you put yours?

I'll look into the others.