Recent content by Gregavi

Hi guys, I'm looking to build a system in my Lexus RX450h w/ ML stock audio system. I will be replacing the stock amp, sub, fr door speakers and I will be adding a DSP. I haven't chosen anything yet but leaning toward the Audiomobile Evo 10 Sub because of it's performance to depth ratio, which...

Hi, I'm looking to upgrade my 2015 Lexus RX 450h Mark Levinson audio system. My plan is to add an outboard DSP and Amp (or combo of the 2), replace the front door speaker system and the subwoofer. One of the issues with the ML system is the fact that the single USB input does not seem to support...

More specifically, recent auto makers from, say, 2015 to 2019? When upgrading a vehicle in recent years, if there are no "Pre-Out" in the HU, are there any options other than scrapping the entire HU and starting over? It would be a shame if the stock system has a NAV and other modern...

Hi guys, I currently have a 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid that I have completely gutted the sound system and built a new one with a Pioneer DVD head unit, JL Audio Power amp, separates and subwoofer. I personally built the entire system. It sounds excellent. I am looking to sell my Fusion and buy one...

Hi guys, I am in the middle of a system build in my 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid. I pulled the stock (4" screen) HU and replaced it with a Pioneer AVH 4200NEX HU using a Metra Turbo Touch Kit. I had all the wiring completed but had to unplug and plug back in the Metra kit because it was not...

Thanks to everyone who replied. I bridged the amp to 3 channel and I'm running the system without rear speakers. It took a few attempts to wire it correctly in bridged mode because the diagram in the manual is incorrect. I spoke to a tech guy at NVX (Andrew) and it took him several attempts to...

Thanks Jeff. So you're recommending using the NVX only (don't use the Precision Power amp) in 3 channel mode, 2 for the front speakers, one for the sub and power the rears with the onboard head unit amp. I considered doing just that but wasn't sure if the onboard amp would work when the unit is...

Yes it is a sealed box. I will take your advice and see how the NVX in 5 channel mode sounds with my current sub. Question tho, why are you not recommending that I use my Precision Power amp to drive the sub? It puts out 300 W RMS in bridged mono. Thanks Tookoff. Question for you. Are you using...

Thanks for the reply Boomer. I'm not sure which Kicker it is but it wasn't very expensive. It has a "K" with a red background. I've had it a few years and I think I paid around $100 for it. Likely in the Comp series. What 10" sub do you (or anybody else) recommend. 10" seems like a good size...

Hello, I am planning my system build for my 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid. I have a couple of questions for the experts here. 1st, my equipment: Pioneer AVH-4201NEX Head unit Focal Component Speakers Front Doors Stock Speakers Back Doors 10” Kicker Sub Precision Power PC 2300 Amp (2/1 Channel...

Hi, I'm looking to upgrade my 2013 Ford Fusion HU with either a Pioneer, Kenwood or Alpine (or something else?) These are the big 3 that I'm most familiar with. I've always been a big fan of Pioneer but every review I've read for their high end HUs are peppered with problems. It seems like all...

Thanks. I took a look at their products and it looks like they may have something that will solve my issue. I'll give them a call tomorrow. It may be easier though to sell my 2 PPI amps and buy a 5 channel that has speaker level inputs and a built-in crossover for the subby. Thoughts?

Thanks. I did see that one while searching online for one. I think 2 channels if fine. What I don't get is how I could use my 2 amps (1 Mono and 1 -2 channel) for subby and mains? There would have to be a crossover in the chain at some point. To answer TCG: I have no intention of changing my...

Thanks SS. Can you (or someone else) recommend a decent Line Driver? Thanks again.

Hi, I just bought a 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid and want to upgrade the audio system. I still have my old car that has a 10" sub in box driven by a Precision Power PC2300 mono amp and a pair of MB Quart separates (Can't remember what size. Whatever size fits a 1997 Camry) driven by a Precision Power...