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I'm tryna connect a sub to my stereo and wondered if I got a rca to aux could I cut of the aux and connect the wires to speaker wire would it work or blow up

I wanna switch the front speakers in a family members 2018 rogue. Amazon is saying https://a.co/d/i22VIfT this won't work and idk why. Thought perhaps because of the depth but https://a.co/d/aENb0Gn these are same depth and Amazon doesn't say anything of them not fitting. Aren't most 6.5" speakers the same size.

Can I swap out this radio for a Honda Radio that support CarPlay and Android Auto? The car has the basic radio with 4 speakers, no amp, no tweeters. Would this be a straight swap or would I need harnesses or even an amp.

Hi I'm in a 2014 mazda (nnot the boss system) but an ongoing issues I've had is that the speakers in the front are extremely quiet and I can only hear a whisper out of them if I set the fade all the way to the front I was told that it could be an issues with the radio so I went ahead and replaced that with a pioneer radio but unfortunately I'm having the same issues I'm just curious now as to recommended next steps any advice is greatly appreciated thank you

I've had this thing since Aug this year. I love the radio but it randomly freezes and eventually reboots. It may do it 0-2 times in a 4 hr road trip or other days it may do it 2-4 times in a 30 minute drive. Its very frustrating when your relying on it for navigation. Also, the Android auto rarely auto connects, as in 9/10 times I have to manually tell it to connect. Anyone experience this and know of a fix? It has the latest Firmware from Pioneer installed. I have a buddy with the exact same head unit, I bought mine because I liked his. Well his has the exact same issues. I really think its a software issue and only Pioneer can help but I thought I would ask here as well. I'm still waiting on a response from Pioneer.

Previously was gonna get the 2 12 comp Rs but they said this is better what do yall think how loud are these?

Bought a 2022 Mazda CX-9 that came with this viper remote start unit installed. It worked great when I bought it 6ish months ago. I tried it today now that it's getting cold out and every button I push gives me a orange/red light blink. I've charge the remote and still the same.

I did get a new battery put in the vehicle around 1-2 months ago and wonder if that caused something to quit working.

When I locate the control unit on the car and push the button I don't see any response or LEDs lighting up. Not sure what to check to see if this is something I can fix before taking it into a shop.

Any VIPER experts out there that can give me some insight on what to check? I feel like the control system in the car might not be getting power.

• What are your goals for your car audio system - as loud as possible (SPL)? Sound quality (SQ)? Some combination of both? Describe to us how you want your system to sound.

Would like high quality

• What vehicle? - year, make, model, type (coupe, sedan, SUV, truck, etc.)

2020 Nissan Rouge SV

• What is your maximum budget?

$2000~USD

• Will you be installing the gear or are you going to a shop? If a shop is doing the work, does your budget include the cost of labor?

SHOP, Open to Suggestions, currently considering CarToys or BestBuy (US based). Budget does not include installation

• What gear is in your existing system? (Is it stock? List any aftermarket gear.)

Stock

• What is your country of purchase? Leave any finishing thoughts here.

USA/Oregon. I am looking for a system that does not disrupt the aesethics of the dashboard negatively. Essentially, making sure that the front looks clean but also all of the wheel buttons are still active. Nice speakers for audio clarity and great Bluetooth connectivity one that does not habe issues with lag with videos

hi, all. i was going to pull the trigger on an alpine ilx-w670 this weekend, but they didn't go on sale. considering that my options are still open, any recommendations for head units/dsp/speaker amp combos that punch around the $500 range?

My temperature buttons all seem to work but I dont see anywhere on this unit to see and adjust the temperature

Hello Reddit users,

This is my first Reddit post, and I need your help. I apologize if this is in the wrong category—I’m new to Reddit, so apologies in advance.

I recently purchased a Mazda 2 1.5 SkyActiv G (2015). The sound system is a non-Bose OEM setup with the touchscreen and rotary wheel/joystick control.

Mazda has already installed CarPlay in my car, but now I want to add a subwoofer. I’ve already bought the Audison APBX 10 AS2, but I’m feeling overwhelmed by the huge amount of information online.

Some people suggest tapping into the speaker wires (but which wire colors do I need to tap into?). I can’t find any specific wiring schematics for my car online. Others recommend using a high-low converter. Another suggestion is to use a T-adapter, such as the Audison AP T-H MAZ01, to connect the subwoofer.

Here’s my concern: I prefer not to cut into the wires because of the extended Mazda factory warranty in the Netherlands, which covers my car for up to 12 years after its production date. This is an extra service provided by Mazda, and I don’t want to risk voiding it.

To make matters worse, audio shops don’t want to help me with the installation because I didn’t purchase the subwoofer from their company.

If there isn’t another solution and cutting into the wires is my only option, so be it—but I’d like to explore all other possibilities first, as cutting into the wires would have to be my absolute last resort.

Can someone please explain the best way to install this subwoofer while keeping the factory wiring intact?

I have been looking at every sub you can imagine and still cant decide whats best for my system. I have a 2011 subaru outbackk and im replacing the radio, door speakers, and adding a sub. I was going to spend about 700-800 on the sub but i have decided to wait till i get a different car. my budget currently is around $500-600 with a box. My main issue right now is trying to get a high quality box for under $200. If you guys have any subwoofer and box recommendations that sound good in crossover hatchbacks please drop them down. I have looked at used jl subs but i have decided to just buy new.

Normally which route do you guys go for. Based on google i noticed most folks assume they are the same thing but actually arent.

Sound proofing stops sound from going in and out of a car. This means sealing off any opening gaps and also installing spins absorbing materials usually acoustic foams/sponge.

Sound dampening focus more on reducong vibration from materials like car doors, frames, interior/plastic when the speaker volume is high. This allows better sound output while also reducing unwanted vibration noise. Usually those 3M bubblegum like pads are used.

Since car panels are rather thin usually we can only instally either foam or pads but not both.

Sound dampening pads are most commonly seen used inside doors and floors.

Sound Proofing usually used inside pillars, roof as injection foam and pads inside wheel wells, trunks and fenders (which i think are actually dampening pads) as sponges are usually thicker.

Sound dampening doesnt do much in isolating outside noise or speaker sound going out.

So i am wondering do you guys prefer sound proofing or sound dampening on your vehicles?

Worked fine previously, now not turning on no matter what. going to check power with a multimeter today

Hey everyone,

I have a Pioneer MVH-S310BT. It's great, but every time I connect my phone to the radio via Bluetooth, I have to confirm a 6-digit code on both the radio and my phone. It happens even though my phone is already paired with the radio.

It’s really annoying to do this every single time I get in the car. Is there a way to disable this confirmation and make the connection automatic?

I’ve checked the manual but didn’t find a clear solution.

I would really appreciate your help! Thanks!

i have the below pioneer amp and would like to know if i can connect 6 speakers on same:

Pioneer D8604:

RMS power output100 W x 4 (4Ω) / 150 W x 4 (2Ω) / 125 W x 4 (1Ω )

Frequency Response10 Hz to 50 KHz

Impedance4Ω ( 1Ω to 8Ω allowable )

Total Harmonic Distortion(THD)<0.5%S/N

Ratio> 95 dB

4 pioneer speakers(1675 v2 champion series) with below specs:

• RMS Power: 50W
• Size: 13 cm (6.3")
• Frequency Response: 35-20k Hz
• Impedance: 4 Ω 
• 6.5" 3-Way Champion Series Speaker

2 infinity speakers(9633ix) with below specs:

Power Handling100W RMS, 300W peak

Sensitivity (@ 2.83V)94dB

Frequency Response46Hz – 30kHz

Impedance3.0 ohms

was planning to connect 2 pioneer speakers on the front left and 2 other pioneer speakers on the front right.

Then connect 1 infinity on rear left and 1 infinity on rear right.

will it be ok?

Hello all,

I'm in the process of installing a compact sq system only made out of second hand buys, in the boot of my civic 8.

I will use a zapco c2k 4.0 amp (got this one and a 3.0 for 150) a vibe space II 8 inches 84 Db sub in a 16 liters closed enclosure. And for the mids/highs, I have two 6*9 enclosure prefab empty boxes. (I will put them in the boot on either sides so as not to loose space, might even try to hang them on either sides)

So I'm browsing my local second hand site for six niners, and two options seems of pretty good value here.

Audison APX 690 for 70 €

Infinity Reference 9603i for 50 €

There also was a pair of mtx thunder 6000 t6c693 for 30€ (very good value) but the guy won't ship, I might be in the same city for chistmas tho)

I also already have a pair of kenwood 6979 ie ( 3 ways, with 93Db) but I would prefer to have a higher wattage pair of speakers, since the zapco amp might fry them (60 watts rms)

Also these 6*9 will be in the rear, but facing my ears, not off-axis, since I will angle the boxes.

Odd question but are there any relics people look out for? Like an old brand of subwoofer or an old EQ? For example, I heard Boston acoustics were good but discontinued but are they really “sought after”?

Just curious