Complete C7 custom stereo install
Le Mans Master
Joined: Mar 2002
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From: PNW
As a professional musician for over 50 years, I've played around the world in rock bands, country bands, big bands, jazz quartets, symphony orchestras, etc., etc. I love live, clean, present sound. I'm currently dealing with hearing loss and ringing in my ears. So a word to the wise, be smart, be careful!
3rd Gear
Joined: Feb 2015
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This is why listening to super loud music could be detrimental in the long run. Gonna be a lot of people down the road who listen to a lot of super loud music with hearing problems and ringing ears. But of course, it's their ears and they can do whatever they want to them ... but just sayin' it's something to think about.
Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2014
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From: East Wenatchee Washington
I am getting ready to upgrade my audio as well. Keeping the factory head unit via an Audison Bit One. Replacing speakers with Focal K2 Powers in all locations and adding a 10inch JL Audio sub in trunk (I have a vert). I will be running it with a JL Audio HD 900/5. Should provide enough clean power, but once I have it in and everything tuned right we are going to make the decision if I need additional power or not.
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2014
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From: Washington Illinois
Looks like this thread is dead but anyone else upgrading the audio system in the c7?n I have run into issues and need advise from someone experienced. examples.... loud door chime after amp install. something interfering with the sound processing at high volume. etc...
Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2011
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From: Orlando FL
Sorry my opinion upset you. Didn't mean to do that.
I just feel that throwing huge bass pounding speakers into a world class sports car is sacrilegious, and yeah, kinda dumb. Just having the ability to be LOUD is not the same as having quality. Maybe the OP is late teens in which case I understand it a bit better, but if all he wants is a mobile boombox and doesn't care about performance, maybe use something less desirable, like a Scion or a Hyundai??? Why waste a Vette?
But it's just an opinion, albeit a strongly held one. Didn't mean to touch a nerve.
I just feel that throwing huge bass pounding speakers into a world class sports car is sacrilegious, and yeah, kinda dumb. Just having the ability to be LOUD is not the same as having quality. Maybe the OP is late teens in which case I understand it a bit better, but if all he wants is a mobile boombox and doesn't care about performance, maybe use something less desirable, like a Scion or a Hyundai??? Why waste a Vette?
But it's just an opinion, albeit a strongly held one. Didn't mean to touch a nerve.
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2012
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From: Cedar Falls Iowa
At 44, I'm another guy that wishes he took better care of his ear when younger. I don't listen to super loud stereos anymore. Really don't listen to music in cars at all. I wear hearing protection anywhere I think I'm gonna experience loud stuff. The only time I kinda rock out is putzing with my home studio. Taking care of one's hearing is one of those things most people blow off until it's too late. I still have decent hearing but I do have tinnitus. Have to sleep with the TV on. I'm sure all the posts like this sound preachy, but if you really like music you may wanna chill on the 2000 watt car stereos before you can't enjoy it anymore.
Safety Car
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Greer, SC
I had 2 JL 250 W class D amps along with a 150x2 to power the Pioneer Premiere speakers in my C6. In 6+ years I never had a battery issue and sold teh 08 with the original battery. My requirements were that the top had to fit in the hatch.
IMHO, the Bose system sucks but just adding subs won't fix the system itself. waiting for someone to find a way to pull low level outputs right from the HU before I start my quest for better sound.
I did love the sound from my C6 after the Dynamat and Crazy Cowboy open cell foam treatment.
IMHO, the Bose system sucks but just adding subs won't fix the system itself. waiting for someone to find a way to pull low level outputs right from the HU before I start my quest for better sound.
I did love the sound from my C6 after the Dynamat and Crazy Cowboy open cell foam treatment.
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Instructor
Joined: Oct 2014
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From: Washington Illinois
would all you all deaf trolls go somewhere else. Why even comment on a forum like this where obviously the people here are interested in loud quality aftermarket sound systems? where's the moderator when you need him? did you know being overweight will cause you to die prematurely? Did you know cigarettes are bad for you? Did you know you should limit your alcohol intake? Did you know you should exercise on a daily basis? Boy back in the good ol days if I could do it all over again.... blah blah blah blah shut the f*** up.
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 115
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From: Washington Illinois
would all you all deaf trolls go somewhere else. Why even comment on a forum like this where obviously the people here are interested in loud quality aftermarket sound systems? where's the moderator when you need him? did you know being overweight will cause you to die prematurely? Did you know cigarettes are bad for you? Did you know you should limit your alcohol intake? Did you know you should exercise on a daily basis? Boy back in the good ol days if I could do it all over again.... blah blah blah blah shut the f*** up.
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 115
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From: Washington Illinois
wow I just went back to page one and read everything top to bottom.. why are there people on this thread giving their stupid opinion about something they're not interested in? its called TROLLING!
I gotta laugh...so an engine mod is ok but a high-end audio mod is not? How about both? Dont let douchbags persuade you not to mod your car the way you want. everyone complaining about the loud bass bothering them boo hoo. Do loud Harley pipes bother you? Do loud exhaust pipes for my Corvette with long tube headers and 3 inch x pipe bother you? Does the blow off from my supercharger bother you? Does the jet flying over your head bother you? Does the train with the loud horn bother you? Lock yourself in a room preferably padded and think about how retarded you are. my guess is your that stereotypical white guy who assumes loud bass is coming from the ghetto and means trouble..hahaha you're such an idiot.
I gotta laugh...so an engine mod is ok but a high-end audio mod is not? How about both? Dont let douchbags persuade you not to mod your car the way you want. everyone complaining about the loud bass bothering them boo hoo. Do loud Harley pipes bother you? Do loud exhaust pipes for my Corvette with long tube headers and 3 inch x pipe bother you? Does the blow off from my supercharger bother you? Does the jet flying over your head bother you? Does the train with the loud horn bother you? Lock yourself in a room preferably padded and think about how retarded you are. my guess is your that stereotypical white guy who assumes loud bass is coming from the ghetto and means trouble..hahaha you're such an idiot.
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2012
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From: Cedar Falls Iowa
would all you all deaf trolls go somewhere else. Why even comment on a forum like this where obviously the people here are interested in loud quality aftermarket sound systems? where's the moderator when you need him? did you know being overweight will cause you to die prematurely? Did you know cigarettes are bad for you? Did you know you should limit your alcohol intake? Did you know you should exercise on a daily basis? Boy back in the good ol days if I could do it all over again.... blah blah blah blah shut the f*** up.
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Instructor
Joined: Oct 2014
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From: Washington Illinois
oh yeah use the free country rhetoric.. that's classic. this is a thread about car audio not hearing problems... seriously. sounds like you should be on the trapshooting website telling them to protect their ears or how about the roofing website I was there...air nailers are loud. or how about the drag strip fans or the NASCAR fans.. are you on their website telling them to cover their ear? no. you just posting because it was convient for you to express your dislike of loud music...... free country?.yep so go be free....SOMEWHERE ELSE. .and there ain't nothing free in this country Daffy Duck.
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2012
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From: Cedar Falls Iowa
oh yeah use the free country rhetoric.. that's classic. this is a thread about car audio not hearing problems... seriously. sounds like you should be on the trapshooting website telling them to protect their ears or how about the roofing website I was there...air nailers are loud. or how about the drag strip fans or the NASCAR fans.. are you on their website telling them to cover their ear? no. you just posting because it was convient for you to express your dislike of loud music...... free country?.yep so go be free....SOMEWHERE ELSE. .and there ain't nothing free in this country Daffy Duck.
Anyway, it's a free country, (well kinda) so I'll use the free country rhetoric if I want.
Just trying to help so others don't learn the hard way. I can see modding the stereo to sound better, but it's already loud enough to do damage if you rock out left and right. Does it really need to be loud enough that people can hear you jamming your hip hop 4 blocks away?
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From: Kansas City, Missouri
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Warning to all.
Guys,
Do I need to warn you again about pissing matches and personal bitching session?
Either you get back on topic or I'll just close the thread and ban the abusers.
Do I need to warn you again about pissing matches and personal bitching session?
Either you get back on topic or I'll just close the thread and ban the abusers.
Heel & Toe
Joined: Jun 2012
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From: Henderson NV
I upgraded my system a few weeks ago. I used the LC6i line output converter. Swapped out all speakers except center one (i will soon) and added an amp. I can't help with the chimes as I am looking/waiting for a fix as well. As far as interference, I unplugged the microphones in both doors and have no issues regardless of volume to date. I have an abbreviated write up in the audio thread with some info that may help. If not, feel free to PM and I will do what I can to help.
In the next week or so, I am adding a DSP and subs and should glean more information that may suit what you're trying.