Another Base Audio System Upgrade Build - Slightly different approach

[22OBX]

@kreuselh. Here you go. Take note you will have to remove the storage cubby to make room for the amp panel. I plan to form some metal speaker mesh to cover the opening.

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[22OBX]

@kreuselh missed the overall length pic. Here it is.

 

[kreuselh]

@kreuselh missed the overall length pic. Here it is.

Thanks. This verifies what I came up with. Getting a Wikdtrak with the B&O system but heard about all the rattling problems with the B&O sub decided to make my own box. Going to put the amp and dsp in the we'll in the middle of the cargo area. Pretty much going try to keep everything concealed as much as possible. Did you have to use any load generating devices?

 

[22OBX]

Thanks. This verifies what I came up with. Getting a Wikdtrak with the B&O system but heard about all the rattling problems with the B&O sub decided to make my own box. Going to put the amp and dsp in the we'll in the middle of the cargo area. Pretty much going try to keep everything concealed as much as possible. Did you have to use any load generating devices?

No load devices were needed. Sounds like a plan.

 

[kreuselh]

No load devices were needed. Sounds like a plan.

Cool.

 

[Slick85]

Nice Setup! Do you think Morel Hybrids would sound much better than the Alpines or about the same? Thanks

 

[kreuselh]

Nice Setup! Do you think Morel Hybrids would sound much better than the Alpines or about the same? Thanks

Morel's sound a little better. I've used Alpine since the early 80's and already have most of everything for the setup.

 

[Tiresmoke410]

What is the need for the sound control LC and the kicker key? Don't they do the same thing?

 

[22OBX]

Nice Setup! Do you think Morel Hybrids would sound much better than the Alpines or about the same? Thanks

I am happy with Alpine and have always had smooth sound, and for a fair price.

 

[22OBX]

What is the need for the sound control LC and the kicker key? Don't they do the same thing?

The LOC provides a lot of flexibility. It allows precise source signal adjustments to minimize distortion, corrects for any bass roll off, allows connections to multiple amps and provides the ability to channel sum signals into a single full range signal if desired. Also if you desire different input source signal voltages to fine tune channel balance.

 

[22OBX]

Some updated final install pictures with all panels back in. I added another section that I can store things under, but also levels the storage space. Also, removed the cubby and added mesh since the cubby doesn’t allow clearance for the amp behind the panel.

 

[CaliTexian]

Has anyone fixed the OEM rattling sub issue without replacing with a new sub?

 

[22OBX]

Has anyone fixed the OEM rattling sub issue without replacing with a new sub?

Obviously as the OP I don't have the B&O with a rattling sub. My setup has 0 rattles. 100% satisfied with this setup as written.

 

[OuterJersey]

I have a rare 2023 that got the sub before the delete..sound is not too shabby with my old ears. Any value in just upgraded replacement speakers? im Not looking for a huge change but maybe clarity. Apple Music sounds pretty good on these now.
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[22OBX]

I have a rare 2023 that got the sub before the delete..sound is not too shabby with my old ears. Any value in just upgraded replacement speakers? im Not looking for a huge change but maybe clarity. Apple Music sounds pretty good on these now.
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You can always improve on factory sound, BUT if your happy stay with what you have and save the cash.

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