Sound processor in VERT.
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Racer
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From: Angier, NC
Sound processor in VERT.
I am wondering how many out there are using sound processors on their convertible Corvettes? I have ARC Minis, Stealth boxes with ID subs and ID components in the doors. I have the Pioneer Z130-BT HU.
I have the chance to buy a Rockforrd 3SIXTY.2 for cheap with Palm Pilot. The unit is like new.
I have the chance to buy a Rockforrd 3SIXTY.2 for cheap with Palm Pilot. The unit is like new.
Safety Car
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From: Issaquah WA
I'm using the 3Sixty.2 in my Coupe, and the top is always off the car. Really good unit, which is pretty picky about setup. Gives a ton of control, especially with more elaborate systems. A little on the noisy side, but nothing that would be very noticeable in a vert.
Former Vendor
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From: Morgan Utah
By the end of the year there will be an Arc Audio processor out that will blow away the others, I am so very anxiously waiting for it
I will be offering it pretuned with my systems packages once they are out and I can install and test the different speaker options I offer.
I would wait, I am waiting, for three for my own systems in fact
Rick
I will be offering it pretuned with my systems packages once they are out and I can install and test the different speaker options I offer.
I would wait, I am waiting, for three for my own systems in fact
Rick
Safety Car
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From: Sarasota FL
St. Jude Donor '25-'26
I installed an Arc XEQ in the glove compartment. It is only a 7 band equalizer plus sub crossover and line booster but it improved the sound.
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2010 GS Convertible
Former Vendor
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From: Morgan Utah
The XEQ is a great piece, I stock them for my systems and use one in my Vette but will switch to the new digital unit when it comes out
For those wanting something simple to setup and run, make the system sound much better than no EQ, line driver for the amps, etc....hard to beat the XEQ.
Glad you like yours
Rick
For those wanting something simple to setup and run, make the system sound much better than no EQ, line driver for the amps, etc....hard to beat the XEQ.
Glad you like yours
Rick
Melting Slicks
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From: Summerton SC
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Either go with AudioControl's DQXS or go home to cry, it does everything. I had it in my C5 and am about to re-install it in my C6. It was frigging amazing as to the complete control of all things audio. On my new install I'm putting 2 Arc amps in the footwell and the DQXS behind the pass. seat, with the wired remote control in the center console ... 
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Racer
Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Angier, NC
Either go with AudioControl's DQXS or go home to cry, it does everything. I had it in my C5 and am about to re-install it in my C6. It was frigging amazing as to the complete control of all things audio. On my new install I'm putting 2 Arc amps in the footwell and the DQXS behind the pass. seat, with the wired remote control in the center console ...
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Melting Slicks
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From: Summerton SC
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I never took shots when it was in my C5
, but will be mounting it the same way in my C6 - behind the pass. seat, with amps in the footwell. I ran the HU wires to the PAC, then to the Matrix, then to the DQXS, and then to the 2 separate amps (4 ch. & 5 ch.). It fit fine there, used epoxied elevator bolts (instead of a plywood base) to mount it. Then ran the wired remote to inside the center armrest. It was amazing how it controlled all levels and 32 bands of EQ! I had 8 separate settings saved to the preset buttons. I added a PDF to my post above, if that helps you with planning.I'll be doing a full photo-install post in a couple of weeks, still waiting for a few things to come in ...
Melting Slicks
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From: Summerton SC
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I think every state has a Mt. Pleasant, I have a cousin in Mt. P, Michigan. I was so hoping the heels would rise last weekend, dag-nab it, but BBall is almost here. So do you have the processor yet or still figuring the whole thing?