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i really just want to change it so i can control my ipod through the cd player cause i have one in the basement that is capable of the ipod control so i wanted to change it out and it looks better than the bose but i dont want to have to change all my speakers cause i dont got that money right now atleast not for stereo equipment.
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« Reply #16 on: February 02, 2006, 07:10:19 PM » |
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The MSM Bose system uses 1/2 ohm amps and speakers instead of 4 ohm.
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« Reply #17 on: February 02, 2006, 08:00:44 PM » |
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Yea i called a local stereo place and they said i would have to get new ampilifiers atleast and maybe new speakers. He explained it like this to me : its like a puzzle and with out one piece of it, it might not work so . It could take changing all the peaces or just one it was one of those things he said he would have to deal with and sound quality could be affected if you didnt change the speakers also. so i guess that answers all my ???
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« Reply #18 on: February 07, 2006, 08:44:31 PM » |
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I replaced the Head Unit on my Bose set on my LS... I just selected the Head Unit I wanted at Best Buy and drove around to their shop and they installed it. It required a BOSE specific harness. Everyday thing for the Best Buy installers. What I would really like is a 6 cd changer module that could handle mp3s like is available as a dealer installed option for the NC.
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« Reply #19 on: February 07, 2006, 08:50:18 PM » |
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Am I one of the few people who doesn't mind the factory sound system? I mean, I don't have the rear head speakers anymore and aside from the door-rattle, I'm pretty content.  |
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« Reply #20 on: February 07, 2006, 08:53:03 PM » |
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We find the Bose to be fine for our needs and wants. Afterall I'm driving a sportscar not sitting in a sound studio and I'm in the car to drive!!!
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Larry 4 Miatas but who's counting!!  White Knight 1991 Crystal White #99 CSP Silver Bullet 1992 Silverstone #17 SM2 FM I+ Turbo (Gone but not forgotten) Honey B 1992 Sunburst Yellow #99 SM2 J.R. M45 Whooosh 2004 Titanium MazdaSpeed MX5 #403 of 4000 Subie 2006 Steel Gray WRX STi Cobb Stage 2 (Gone but not forgotten) No name yet 2008 Velocity Yellow Tintcoat Z06 Corvette No Name yet 2014 Ashen Grey Metallic Camaro 2SS 1LE “There are only three sports: mountain climbing, bull fighting, and motor racing. All the rest are merely games.” – Ernest Hemingway |
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« Reply #21 on: February 07, 2006, 09:03:21 PM » |
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I have to also agree Ran....I love my music...and enjoy cranking them up...and for a stock system...I am pretty happy....actually with the 6CD changer....I have to say I am more than pretty happy  Greg |
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« Reply #22 on: February 08, 2006, 02:06:24 AM » |
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Yea i called a local stereo place and they said i would have to get new ampilifiers atleast and maybe new speakers. He explained it like this to me : its like a puzzle and with out one piece of it, it might not work so . It could take changing all the peaces or just one it was one of those things he said he would have to deal with and sound quality could be affected if you didnt change the speakers also. so i guess that answers all my ???
One of my local stereo shops (who I trust) said they bypass the Bose amps when installing aftermarket head units. They say this will allow the factory speakers to work, but they can't garuntee the sound quality. He recomended changing the door speakers as well. Also, I think the stock setup is ok. Not great when cruising down the highway at 70+ mph with the top down, but decent when cruising downtown at 35mph or so. I plan on eventually replacing the whole system with a new head unit and some JL components for the doors. |
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« Reply #23 on: February 08, 2006, 02:25:14 AM » |
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I can't imagine the speakers working well without the Bose Amps. The speakers are a special resistance, very low, not compatible with standard units. That's why standard speakers aren't compatible with the Bose amps.
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Larry 4 Miatas but who's counting!! White Knight 1991 Crystal White #99 CSP Silver Bullet 1992 Silverstone #17 SM2 FM I+ Turbo (Gone but not forgotten) Honey B 1992 Sunburst Yellow #99 SM2 J.R. M45 Whooosh 2004 Titanium MazdaSpeed MX5 #403 of 4000 Subie 2006 Steel Gray WRX STi Cobb Stage 2 (Gone but not forgotten) No name yet 2008 Velocity Yellow Tintcoat Z06 Corvette No Name yet 2014 Ashen Grey Metallic Camaro 2SS 1LE “There are only three sports: mountain climbing, bull fighting, and motor racing. All the rest are merely games.” – Ernest Hemingway |
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« Reply #24 on: February 08, 2006, 03:47:52 AM » |
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I know we are suppose to be discussing the HU here, but I think it does a decent job. As AquiaMSM pointed out, 6 disc changer gets the job done.
However, I do intend to replace the OEM Bose speakers with Clearwater's version down the line.
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« Reply #25 on: February 08, 2006, 04:11:24 AM » |
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im not that familiar with clear water. so are those just the ones behind the seat in the wind blocker or do they go in the doors too jw??
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« Reply #26 on: February 08, 2006, 11:54:13 AM » |
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For the Bose they only have the door units.
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« Reply #27 on: February 08, 2006, 02:32:42 PM » |
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im not that familiar with clear water. so are those just the ones behind the seat in the wind blocker or do they go in the doors too jw??
I put the clearwaters in shortly after purchase as I was not happy with the muddy equalization. It's plug and play, easy enough that even I could do it and as long as you dont put the screwdriver through the speaker, you're good to go. I was very pleased at the difference though obviously its an absolutely subjective experience. And the folks at clearwater are very helpful if you do need it. Got them on sale for $100 off and for me they've been worth it. |
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« Reply #28 on: February 08, 2006, 03:47:50 PM » |
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Also, I think the stock setup is ok. Not great when cruising down the highway at 70+ mph with the top down, but decent when cruising downtown at 35mph or so. I plan on eventually replacing the whole system with a new head unit and some JL components for the doors.
Really? I live right next to the interstate so the topless 80mph cruises are common for me. Even with my exhaust and no rear speakers, I have no problem with the sound quality. Tremble - 0 Bass - +2 Fade - 0 Balance - 0 Top Dwn 3 Setting Volume - 20  |
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« Reply #29 on: February 08, 2006, 05:40:17 PM » |
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Also, I think the stock setup is ok. Not great when cruising down the highway at 70+ mph with the top down, but decent when cruising downtown at 35mph or so. I plan on eventually replacing the whole system with a new head unit and some JL components for the doors.
Really? I live right next to the interstate so the topless 80mph cruises are common for me. Even with my exhaust and no rear speakers, I have no problem with the sound quality. Tremble - 0 Bass - +2 Fade - 0 Balance - 0 Top Dwn 3 Setting Volume - 20 We drop back from Tampa this weekend at 85+ the whole way top down. Sounds wasn't too bad. We had these settings: Tremble +3 Bass +2 Fade/Balance 0 Top Down 2 (3 is too aggressive, maybe keep it for when I change the exhaust) Volume 18 My wife and I both enjoyed our tunes the whole way. |
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