Audio Upgrade Question?
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2009
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From: Miami FL
If you're only interested in having an Aux input jack, then there's no need to replace the OEM headunit because that can be added to it. You can do this via DIY for just $3 (actually the jack is on sale now for $1.25 here) following this step-by-step write-up, or by sending the OEM headunit to one of the available vendors that provide this service.
Finally, to cover all viable options, a Single-DIN upgrade is possible as well. You would need an adapter plate to secure the new unit in place and provide a nice finish.
Here is an adapter plate that matches the interior very well. It has the word "Corvette" engraved in it that can be set up with backlighting (or you can customize the lettering).
From their website:
CNC machined aluminum faceplate, finished in either a fine black texture finish or brushed aluminum.
The lettering can be above or below the head unit opening, there is also a non illuminated version with the head unit located in the center of the mount.
The main lettering illumination available in red, blue, green, yellow, white LED’s and also red mini lamp illumination.
Custom lettering and design is available.
The lettering can be above or below the head unit opening, there is also a non illuminated version with the head unit located in the center of the mount.
The main lettering illumination available in red, blue, green, yellow, white LED’s and also red mini lamp illumination.
Custom lettering and design is available.
Last edited by GCG; Jan 28, 2019 at 11:05 AM.
Pro
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 635
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From: Huntington Beach / Fountain Valley California
With the top down, it's gonna be hard to see the display on sunny days so you better look for one that has a very nice display ($$$). I put in a Pioneer ($650) and the display sucks in the sun. I have to stop under the gas stations (in the shade) to really see it, usually when I look to get lost driving the Vert. :-)
Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 929
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From: Wayne NJ
Audio upgrade C5
I have a C5 vert and did some work to the Bose system and I was not ever satisfied, so I had a compleat Alpine system installed. Head unit,4 channel amp,component speakers in the front, 2 ways in the rear and a small sub that is amped.Ipod and satilight as well. This was installed by a audio shop and the install is seamless.It plays as loud and clean.This has been in for 10 years with no issues.Ii also got a Bluetooth reciever that clips onto the visor.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 2,296
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From: Round Rock Texas
Make sure what ever you buy works well in full sunlight. My first single din with top down I could not see the display. I went with a boat single din. Can be LCD screen or color. and I can see it in full sunlight.
