Stock stereo specs for the C6
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Stock stereo specs for the C6
I am trying to find out what size speakers the C6 uses. I think the only thing I'll miss out of my WS6 is the stereo and I'd like to try to transfer it over. I checked on Crutchfield.com for what fits the C6 but nothing so far. Any ideas?
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It's BOSE so you know it's hyped junk made in asia by the cheapest factory.
My guess is that they are using inverted magnet driver like on the C5, or they couldn't fit the 10" drivers up front without hitting internals.
I still can't figure out why GM thinks BOSE is so great. Maybe it's just cheap for them.
My guess is that they are using inverted magnet driver like on the C5, or they couldn't fit the 10" drivers up front without hitting internals.
I still can't figure out why GM thinks BOSE is so great. Maybe it's just cheap for them.
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Originally Posted by brianw21
It's BOSE so you know it's hyped junk made in asia by the cheapest factory.
My guess is that they are using inverted magnet driver like on the C5, or they couldn't fit the 10" drivers up front without hitting internals.
I still can't figure out why GM thinks BOSE is so great. Maybe it's just cheap for them.
My guess is that they are using inverted magnet driver like on the C5, or they couldn't fit the 10" drivers up front without hitting internals.
I still can't figure out why GM thinks BOSE is so great. Maybe it's just cheap for them.
I think the original poster was referring to the stock radio, without the package upgrade, which I don't think is Bose, is it?
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I agree on the Bose point completely and won't be getting the 1SB package. The base stereo is what I'm interested in replacing. My main concern is that I have MB Quart Q series speakers I want to move into the Vette. They are 5 1/4 inch round so I was hoping to figure out if those can carry over or not. I'm not worried so much about the head unit. I'd get a new one to ensure it mounts flush in the dash. So for instance, in my TA the door speakers can be swapped with 5 1/4, 6 1/4, or 6 3/4 inch components. That's the kind of info I was looking for on the C6. 
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Everyone over at freshalloy raves about the stock bose in our FX45s. I seem to be one of the only ones that think it sound like crap. Yes it may be loud, but it it's base is muddy, boomy, and isn't deep(fine for rock, but nothing dynamic), no clear image, and very non linear all the way up and down.
In contrast the Nakamichi in our '95 SC400 produces almost perfect sound. Even better are the MB Quart RKC116s and my PG Ti 500.4 amp.
In contrast the Nakamichi in our '95 SC400 produces almost perfect sound. Even better are the MB Quart RKC116s and my PG Ti 500.4 amp.
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Originally Posted by sorka
crap. Yes it may be loud, but it it's base is muddy, boomy, and isn't deep(fine for rock, but nothing dynamic), no clear image, and very non linear all the way up and down.
It sure would have been nice if the Corvette engineers had started with a clean sheet of paper for the audio system, instead on depending on a low end consumer audio manufacturer, Bose.
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BOSE falling from Grace...
The word (and experience) had gotten so bad with BOSE, that many Mercedes dealers (including my own, upon our last two new cars purchased there) were not even bothering to push for the sale of the BOSE option anymore (despite how the option even further inflated the already high vehicle price), because too many consumers complained that the option was not only not remotely deserving of the price, but most buyers thought that the base option (Harmon Kardon) system actually sounded better.
And, this does not even mention how the base system is fully upgradable while the BOSE can generally (should) not be touched.
As one might have seen coming, for 2005, Mercedes-Benz dropped BOSE and now offer an "Entertainment Package" which simply enhances the degree of Harman Kardon system one can select.
I wish GM would adapt the same course with BOSE.
Perhaps not enough people are complaining? Perhaps there are too many GM buyers that fall prey to marketing tactics?
I would hope that the advanced, upbeat GM buyer (Corvette and Cadillac) would be every bit as discerning and outspoken about their true experiences and impressions too.
And, this does not even mention how the base system is fully upgradable while the BOSE can generally (should) not be touched.
As one might have seen coming, for 2005, Mercedes-Benz dropped BOSE and now offer an "Entertainment Package" which simply enhances the degree of Harman Kardon system one can select.
I wish GM would adapt the same course with BOSE.
Perhaps not enough people are complaining? Perhaps there are too many GM buyers that fall prey to marketing tactics?
I would hope that the advanced, upbeat GM buyer (Corvette and Cadillac) would be every bit as discerning and outspoken about their true experiences and impressions too.
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Originally Posted by c2jones
The word (and experience) had gotten so bad with BOSE, that many Mercedes dealers (including my own, upon our last two new cars purchased there) were not even bothering to push for the sale of the BOSE option anymore (despite how the option even further inflated the already high vehicle price), because too many consumers complained that the option was not only not remotely deserving of the price, but most buyers thought that the base option (Harmon Kardon) system actually sounded better.
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You would think GM would wise up on Boso. At least Lexus knows a high end brand when they see one. They are putting the Mark Levinson systems in their LS430s, SC430s and GX470s. Why can't we have something like that?
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The factory Bose systems are terrible. I wouldn't be surprised that if one were able to adapt Audiovox equipment in place of the Bose that it would sound better.
It is terrible that GM forces you to get that company's equipment when you purchase GMs (premium????) sound package.
It is terrible that GM forces you to get that company's equipment when you purchase GMs (premium????) sound package.
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I think the issue that everybody here has, is that you shouldn't have to go to an aftermarket system to get decent sound. What was stated is that there are plenty cars out there with respectable stock sounding systems. They definitely won't sound as good as an aftermarket system, but for the price of the vehicle a system that is livable and decent sounding should be included.
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Originally Posted by AJC5
What was stated is that there are plenty cars out there with respectable stock sounding systems. They definitely won't sound as good as an aftermarket system, but for the price of the vehicle a system that is livable and decent sounding should be included.
My wife's 03 Accord Coupe EX V6 has a really great sounding stereo considering it's stock and comes in a $25K car.
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Originally Posted by vettewntd
That is why I always replace all the factory audio system with an aftermarket system. One that I know will sound it's best. 
Can an aftermarket stereo system be installed on a CORVETTE without having or creating any new problems? 
:shocked: 
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Originally Posted by LS WON
Can an aftermarket stereo system be installed on a CORVETTE without having or creating any new problems? :shocked: IMHO no factory system is good enough for these ears
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Originally Posted by vettewntd
Why would it cause problems if it is done professionally\correctly. Never had any problems in any of my other cars. Granted none have been a vette but I wouldn't imagine that chevys electrical system not be standardized with all the other cars out there.
IMHO no factory system is good enough for these ears
IMHO no factory system is good enough for these ears
Actually while it's possible, it's not as simple as it use to be on older car since the wiring isn't the same and the headunit is tied into the BCM. In my C4 I just pulled all the BLOSE stuff and installed new wiring and aftermarket stuff. With the newer you have to either make it work with the computer or make the computer think the old unit is still there.
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I agree that the Bose system in the C5 is not one of the best, but I have had Bose stereos in many vehicles, and have been quite happy with them. Yes, I realize that there are always going to be audiophiles not happy, just like there are people not happy with performance of the Corvette (and are now raising hell that it will "only" have 400 hp).
But I think ya'll need to realize that most buyers are happy with Bose. And why do you call it "marketing hype"? Do you think the marketing people can fool our hearing? No, it's just that most people aren't as picky as ya'll are.
Ya'll should just accept that they are making a system that is designed to make the typical Corvette owner happy, and that there will always be a handfull of owners that are just going to have to go aftermarket.
But I think ya'll need to realize that most buyers are happy with Bose. And why do you call it "marketing hype"? Do you think the marketing people can fool our hearing? No, it's just that most people aren't as picky as ya'll are.
Ya'll should just accept that they are making a system that is designed to make the typical Corvette owner happy, and that there will always be a handfull of owners that are just going to have to go aftermarket.
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Originally Posted by jschindler
Ya'll should just accept that they are making a system that is designed to make the typical Corvette owner happy, and that there will always be a handfull of owners that are just going to have to go aftermarket.