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Old 03-18-2011, 11:25 AM
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Hate stock Bose system? Post your options!

Ok, so there are lots of complaints about the stock Bose system in the G. Everyone has their preferences about sound and the music they listen to. So what systems/components do you recommend as an "upgrade" for the G?

Details that should be listed include: speakers (sizes/locations), amps, wiring, accessories, etc. and recommended install shops (if not DIY)

Photos of upgrade components and installs aren't necessary, but definitely appreciated by all.
Old 03-18-2011, 12:15 PM
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Agreed. I actually have something to contribute when I can find it.
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Originally Posted by 4drScreamer
So what systems/components do you recommend as an "upgrade" for the G?

Details that should be listed include: speakers (sizes/locations), amps, wiring, accessories, etc. and recommended install shops (if not DIY)
Alright speaker sizes.. I did some research on the forums and some are listed incorrectly..

Door panel speakers
1x 1" Tweeter
1x 3" Mid Range
1x 10" Woofer

Rear Passenger speakers
2x 3" Mid Range

Rear Deck speakers
6"x9" Speakers

DIY is easy as long as you have a guide to follow such as "Door Panel Removal" and swapping speakers using the factory amp is easy to do.
Old 03-18-2011, 09:33 PM
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I switched out the door panel tweeters (forgot which brand), and added two punch 10" woofers in the trunk.
Old 03-19-2011, 08:10 AM
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I believe that adding punch subwoofers (1 or 2) in the truck would definitely be beneficial for rich bass. So what the thoughts are so far is that it's just the speakers that need to be replaced. Is the power capacity of the stock system is sufficient? Would additional amplification be preferable?
Old 03-21-2011, 11:22 PM
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i think i've heard enough people complaining about the Bose sound system, what I want to hear is what people upgraded to...
Old 03-25-2011, 12:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Liquid Platinum
I switched out the door panel tweeters (forgot which brand), and added two punch 10" woofers in the trunk.
So u can just get a 3' tweet and replace the factory from the door panel? Straight plug using the stock bose amp? Works good? What omhs were those tweeters u got?
Old 03-25-2011, 08:06 AM
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Originally Posted by jsp872
i think i've heard enough people complaining about the Bose sound system, what I want to hear is what people upgraded to...
That's exactly what this thread is supposed to be about. Post up what upgrades / switch outs have been done to the G's audio system. Add pictures too!
Old 03-26-2011, 12:01 AM
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Originally Posted by jsp872
i think i've heard enough people complaining about the Bose sound system, what I want to hear is what people upgraded to...
Alpine 6.5" replaced the 10" woofer (custom placed)
Alpine 6x9" rear deck
Alpine 10" Type R Subwoofer

Gotta find some 3" woofers and 1" tweets also.
Old 03-26-2011, 09:20 AM
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Just to clarify, I think I remember there being 2 options for the sound system. I know that I have the Bose system in my car, is that the upgraded option when buying the car or is that stock?
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I just added 2 10" alpine type R and an alpine mrp m1000 amp and it pounds in a bassworx box. U need the angled box cause our trunks are small and say good bye to ur trunk. Lol I can barely fit a jug of oil now. IMO it's worth it if u like the bass!!! It's my summer car so I don't care for trunk space. That's what the back seats are for.
Old 03-26-2011, 03:43 PM
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i did a full install replacing the speakers and adding some REAL subs, and about 3000 watts. check it out here:

G37 Sedan MS8 full system install - DIYMA.com
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Are there any direct swaps available for the subwoofers that you can simply put in place of the old Bose ones? I don't want to put anything in the trunk as my coupe is my day to day and the trunk is already full of other stuff.
Old 03-29-2011, 11:24 AM
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Go big or go home!
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Originally Posted by spect2k
Just to clarify, I think I remember there being 2 options for the sound system. I know that I have the Bose system in my car, is that the upgraded option when buying the car or is that stock?
bose is the upgraded sound system


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