That MB Quart should really kick but but the $430++ for a pair and the space required has ruled it out for me but I really like the concept of fewer big speakers to keep it simple

I really like the new JL stuff but again 2 pr is $600 - $800 and they would be a thief magnet like a convertable Porsche in manhattan!

So I have found the Alpines 7" that have nearly identical specs to the JL's and may try them unless someone has had really bad experiences with Alpine.

These?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...ype=osi_widget

i went with a pair of pioneer 8" 2 ways in my boat. i suggest putting an amp on them as i did for clarity at high volumes. i can hear the stereo loud and clear at 58 mph. the 8" 2 way memphis audio coaxs are comparable but i went with the pioneer because they "appeared" more durable. i do agree with the rest of the bunch about the jl stuff, it is the best.

Yep, still thinking about the JL audio stuff, I plan on having the boat several years but will still need some cash for a tall deck and maybe a supercharger.

Yes the specs are nearly identical to the JL's the efficiency is only 1db lower
http://www.alpine-usa.com/US-en/prod...&lang=en&tab=F
http://marine.jlaudio.com/products_c...hp?prod_id=371

Are the Bose 131 marine speakers worth the money? $215.00/pair
Will any of the above speakers last if salt water exposed?

$99 is pretty good.