C5 Soundgate Users Come In
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From: Trenton TN
C5 Soundgate Users Come In
I've been trying to read as much as possible about the Bose system, signal processor, door subs, etc. as I can. I have a Pioneer 8400mp HU that I would definitely want to install when I get a C5. From what I've read, the soundgate adapter seems to be the way to go. I was also told by Soundgate Tech that when the adapter is used, the Bose signal processor is bypassed and filtering is done via the built-in cross-overs in their adapter. They said that there is a HPF for the 3 1/2's and a LPF for the subs in the doors. Does this leave the rears at full range?? I guess what I'm really after are these questions:
1.) What are your impressions of the adapter? Does it prove to be a decent route to take if you don't want to rip out the whole bose system??
2.) Does it by-pass the BSP??
3.) Are the rear spkrs at full range when the adapter is used??
Thanks,
Justin (hopefully future C5 owner)
1.) What are your impressions of the adapter? Does it prove to be a decent route to take if you don't want to rip out the whole bose system??
2.) Does it by-pass the BSP??
3.) Are the rear spkrs at full range when the adapter is used??
Thanks,
Justin (hopefully future C5 owner)
Burning Brakes
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From: Alhambra Calismognazifornia, in the country everyone comes just to complain but won't go back home!
i can't confirm performance as i haven't installed mine yet but...
- yes, the soundgate does bypass the BSP
- yes, the rears are at full range (i installed infinity 2-ways there and use my HU HPF to block out below 75Hz)
- i'm not sure if it filters the front 3.5's or not but it does have a LPF that sends the lows to the door subs and it has gain control for them
a friend of mine used it and he's very happy with his. i have heard MOST people say they were happy with it but have seen a couple here and there say they didn't like it. The only other adapters i was aware of are by PIE and Metra. I tried the Metra and it sux, zero bass to door woofers. I hear the PIE is the same. I have no clue who/what this other brand is.
good luck!
- yes, the soundgate does bypass the BSP
- yes, the rears are at full range (i installed infinity 2-ways there and use my HU HPF to block out below 75Hz)
- i'm not sure if it filters the front 3.5's or not but it does have a LPF that sends the lows to the door subs and it has gain control for them
a friend of mine used it and he's very happy with his. i have heard MOST people say they were happy with it but have seen a couple here and there say they didn't like it. The only other adapters i was aware of are by PIE and Metra. I tried the Metra and it sux, zero bass to door woofers. I hear the PIE is the same. I have no clue who/what this other brand is.
good luck!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: NE OH
I have a soundgate installed. It sounds OK. Can't really tell if the BSP is being by-passed or what. My subs cut out once it gets warm outside, but I don't think that's related to the soundgate adapter.
