New Head Unit For 2006 Base C6
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Cruising
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New Head Unit For 2006 Base C6
Like to modernize the radio (Bluetooth, etc) but am concerned about amps in Bose stereo. Do I just have to make sure I have pre amp outputs? How many outputs will I need?
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Start there and then read everything you can about the units you are interested in.
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There are a number of very cool units to upgrade the radio/navigation system. A very useful website is www.crutchfield.com.
Start there and then read everything you can about the units you are interested in.
Start there and then read everything you can about the units you are interested in.
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It is an easy install as well! I replaced my head unit on my 2006 a couple years ago. The speakers are actually pretty damn good. As said above, start at Crutchfield to learn more! The real key is to get all of the adapters, dash plate, etc. and this is about a 3hr install start to finish. Add about another hour if you do back up cam.
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It is an easy install as well! I replaced my head unit on my 2006 a couple years ago. The speakers are actually pretty damn good. As said above, start at Crutchfield to learn more! The real key is to get all of the adapters, dash plate, etc. and this is about a 3hr install start to finish. Add about another hour if you do back up cam.
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I, along with many others, disabled the dash/center speaker and changed out the tweeter & mid-ranges with Kickers from a vendor on this site for under a $100. I kept the head unit and am pleased with the overall sound.
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Thank you and a question
It is an easy install as well! I replaced my head unit on my 2006 a couple years ago. The speakers are actually pretty damn good. As said above, start at Crutchfield to learn more! The real key is to get all of the adapters, dash plate, etc. and this is about a 3hr install start to finish. Add about another hour if you do back up cam.
Again thank you very much.
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The Bose speakers are junk but, but any mid level and up aftermarket head unit from one of the major brands will make them sound better. I have gone with an all aftermarket sound system but I started out only replacing my head unit. When I replaced only my head unit there was a nice jump in the quality and clarity of sound over the stock unit.