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Old May 21, 2006 | 11:48 AM
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Default C4 Bose - ALMOST Fed up =) Just one question

So I'm ALMOST fed up with my Bose system in my '88. I keep getting poping, the quality is not too great and I need a new head unit.

Now.. the speakers aren't really that expensive anymore (about $50 each) so I may just replace all of the speakers and buy the $400 Pioneer Bose-Ready system. HOWEVER.. the popping coming from my rear speakers tells me that my amp for the rear is going out (or amps for the rear..?)

My question:

Where is/are the amp(s) for the rear located? I've looked all over the forum and I'm not finding what I'm looking for. From what I can tell, the later-model C4s have amps in each speaker. I'm not sure if this is true for the '88.

If the amp(s) look(s) fine to me, I'll just go ahead and replace the whole system. I have a guy who would do the whole thing for me for about $500.. I'd like to stay as stock as possible if I can, but if I don't have a choice, then there's nothing I can do about it... =\

Thanx in advance! =)

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Old May 21, 2006 | 02:49 PM
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Derek,

Did you read the C4 Audio FAQ at the top of the page? If not, start there.
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Derek,

Did you read the C4 Audio FAQ at the top of the page? If not, start there.
Sorry! I tend to jump into searching everywhere before looking in obvious places.

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I am pretty sure that will answer your main questions, then we can help select components!

Remember this - the system will only sound as good as the bose speakers.
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Originally Posted by bogus
I am pretty sure that will answer your main questions, then we can help select components!

Remember this - the system will only sound as good as the bose speakers.
Which is why you dump them.
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Stay away from the paper!!! It is bad for your ears (well, at least in car audio )

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*blose speakers are paper coned
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Actually, I like paper cones... they are warmer than the composite materials.

The best option is coated paper. That rocks!
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