12-28-2018, 04:51 PM | #1 |
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Amp, Lc2i and sub install
Finally got some pics of my audio install, Alpine sub amp, LC2I audio control and SWS 8" subs, with the Harmon Kardon system. Super clean install as amp and Lc2i are installed behind trunk lining, can't even tell anything has been done until you listen to the sound difference. Sounds great!
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12-28-2018, 05:17 PM | #2 |
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where did you put the speaker? When I turn up the volume I get let down. I honestly feel that the 2016 VW GTI I traded in had a better sound quality at this point.
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2 Earthquake SWS 8" subs under the seats where the HK mid bass speakers were installed, they are made to fit in BMW's
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It separates the factory signal, the HK amp from the factory is running everything except the subs, the Lc2i is connected between the HK and the Alpine amp that runs the subs. Alpine amp cost $139, the Lc2i cost $99 (Amazon)the SWS subs were $110 apiece (Amazon) , wiring kit cost $50 and install (I was afraid, but after watching install I should've done it) cost me $380. I let my service advisor at bmw listen to it and he thought it sounded amazing. More bass than the b&w system, and with the HK amp freed up from driving the mid bass the HK speakers have enough power to really come alive. If you google "Bmw stereo upgrade" there is a link to a post that has this same upgrade done to a M4. It's pretty detailed, that guy also put in Bav Sound all through the car. I don't think it needs anything else.
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Can you change these without taking out the front seats? Asking because that is what amazon description for speakers say. That's never happening. Better price the BavSound subs but are they as good. They look interesting.
Would love to see pic of bmw original subs side by side with sws8 subs. If you can't then maybe just a pic of the bmw subs.
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If you have time, could you please supply some more info about the install? * which wires to tap(really cant find the diagram) * remote connection? * any secrets to getting the bootline off? I did a sws + alpine upgrade in my old e90 but it was not the same Thanks |
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