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05-21-2008, 02:54 PM | #67 |
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I have the 4 channel amp and installed the factory tweeters and mouldings.
I mounted the amp under the floor at the back. The whole job took a couple of hours and that included finding a home for the amp. Having an E92 the trim around the rear seats is more time consuming. But this was a really worth while mod that really improves the sound for low cost. Sheps I am in Herts and you are welcome to look / hear mine. |
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05-22-2008, 02:20 PM | #68 |
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When the sound went off, the time I could check the amp, it was 'cold'.
I was setting off to work and only been driving for 10 mins.. I've now disconnected it's supply and connected the cable loom input to output. (This is how the rear speakers are connected with a 2 channel amp since they have separate wires in the loom). Effectively, the extension loom and associated connectors are still in cct but the amp is not. In this situation, (although it's only been one day), the problem has not re-occurred. It's pointing to the THA.... I'll give it one more day then contact the supplier. (Bluespot). I thought it should be easier than this..... |
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05-26-2008, 08:19 AM | #69 |
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Hopefully, the forum members can help me out. This is what I have in my e46 sedan 2002:
Rainbow speakers: http://www.bavariansoundwerks.com/pr...-Series-Sedan/ BSW Bass http://www.bavariansoundwerks.com/pr...-Series-Sedan/ New Head Unit: Kenwood KVT-512 DVD Receiver IPod Integration off a Kenwood Steering wheel control off of kenwood Bluetooth off of Kenwood. Now the part where you come in: I am still using the factory amp in the trunk to power the speakers. The bass has a separate amp which taps into the factory harness at the factory amp. My Kenwood amp will need an adapter to work with the BMW factory amp and I am not happy about that since I want to get rid of the factory amp. The problem I have been told is that to do that I have to run new wired to each speaker and totally cut out the factory amp. I read your post and now believe that the Blaupunkt cable/adapter and a blaupunkt amp may works I can simply: 1. Toss the factory amp. 2. Replace it with a blaupunkt amp (can you recommend a model) 3. Run the blaupunkt harness from the kenwood back to the trunk and simply connect it to the new blaupunkt amp. Then there would be no need to run new speaker wires. Will this work? Since my bass amp (Rockford fosgate is tapped into the factory amp harness, will I need to disconnect that and tap it into the blaupunkt harness? Or run it right to the new blaupunkt amp? Your help is greatly appreciated! Dennis |
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05-26-2008, 09:17 AM | #70 |
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Fantastic DIY gIzzE!! Well done
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05-26-2008, 12:51 PM | #71 |
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Ok.
So, Bluespot acknowledged I was trying to eliminate connection problems etc. and advised I spoke to Blaupunkt to see if there was a general problem with the THA 275. Spoke with Blaupunkt, they suggested, if it happened again, return it. It has. So, it's going back. I've had no problems with the wiring installation, which is still installed. I may just have a duff amp. Does anyone know if the 'standard' installation subs are 4ohm or 2 ohm? Looking through many posts, ( mainly from the USA), varying information on this. If they are 2ohms, I don't think the amp is rated for this..... |
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06-12-2008, 01:09 AM | #73 |
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06-12-2008, 06:56 AM | #74 | |
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I want to upgrade my sound system and gIzzE recommended me this amp for my E92 and a simple installation. And it's a good idea to fit it under the glove box? |
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06-12-2008, 08:51 AM | #75 |
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I think you have a duff amp mate. I was running my 555 version, which has less power per channel, into the DLS speakers and the factory subs for a few days with no problem.
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06-12-2008, 09:01 AM | #76 |
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gIzzE, would there be any problem with the existing speakers and subs if the THA275 was hooked up to them as a first upgrade?
Whilst I don't fancy trusting door card removal to my clumsy hands, I don't mind simply connecting the amp up to the cable harness. Also, I currently have a Parrot CK3100 which mutes the radio and uses the front speakers for the phone. Will using the THA 275 scotch that set-up? |
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06-12-2008, 09:14 AM | #77 |
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I wil be a good upgrade to start with.
The only problem I can see with having teh Parrot kit installed is room behind teh radio, that kit also uses a plug and play cable, so space will be getting tight! |
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06-13-2008, 01:33 PM | #78 |
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This looks like a nice way to upgrade, since the head unit is apparently set to give a very non-linear output (others have talked about using clever bits of kit to flatten the curves before chucking them into an amp) I wonder how this sounds? I'm sure it sounds better though, the basic system is pretty dire.
I'm pretty interested in this although I'm possibly more tempted to pop down to Prestige and just let them do everything. Good write up though Gizze, thanks |
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06-13-2008, 03:19 PM | #79 |
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The head unit is a linear out put, it is the amps that start to mess around with dsp settings, so as long as you go head unit to amp you don't need anything to clean the signal up.
That is why I always say buy the most basic system or the top system, anything in between will disappoint and be a mare to upgrade. |
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06-14-2008, 03:41 AM | #80 | |
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I added the tweaters off the higher spec system ( door card removal required). I am very pleased with the results, it is a great improvement for a small outlay. I was going to change the front mid range speakers but have found that I am happy with the sound now. |
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06-14-2008, 03:59 AM | #81 |
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The door cards on these cars are really easy to remove, jus unscrew the two torx screws behind the trim (3rd bhind the handle on passenger side) and then pull it away staring at the bottom, they just pop off.
Then pull it up and out at the top. The new tweeter just clips in to the existing speaker. You need to remove the trim round the top of the door and replace that with the new trim with the tweeter grille and you are done. Put it back together in reverse. 10 minutes a side at the very most and they are all so new the clips are not brittle at all. |
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06-14-2008, 07:31 AM | #82 |
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I can see me spending some money Will need to check out the locations for an amp on the E93 it may be different
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07-10-2008, 09:12 AM | #83 |
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Has anyone installed the THA275 in their E92?
If so did it fit in the front using the shorter cable, or did you have to go with the 5.5m cable and mount in the boot? I know that bigbanana has issues in the front in the e90. Thanks |
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07-10-2008, 02:38 PM | #85 |
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Gizze's work has inspired me to upgrade the stock stereo system in my E93.
So far on order are, top hifi tweeters, internal tweeter mounts, THA555 amplifier and 5.5M cable. I will take pics and create a post when done. Good info Guy |
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07-14-2008, 05:56 AM | #86 |
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cheers Gizze, order placed (finally) I have bog standard speaker system, with Pro Nav as per your guide - do I need to remove climate module etc?, or just the part where the CD goes (with buttons 1-8 on it)
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07-14-2008, 06:01 AM | #87 |
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You pop the climate out to get to the radio screws.
Enjoy. By the way, I may have my set up for sale if anyone is interested. £200 for the amp and the 5.5m harness, with wires to go onto the battery connected. £300 for a pair of Earthquake subs mounted in BMW baskets and enough cable to get back to the amp. This is only if I trade my car though. |
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07-14-2008, 07:30 AM | #88 |
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Thanks, I have ordered the Logic7 tweeter bits and bobs
65136964013 - Tweeters (dealer said I need to order x 2 here - but I believe its comes with 2? 51337184197 - Corner plastic bit 51337184198 - corner plastic bit 51337182524 - clips Do I need to order anything else? e92 coupe cheers! |
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