I was just thinking that there were only 4 speakers that would need wiring, could that be that difficult, or should i quit being so cheap and just buy the adapter, and if so, which bose adapter do you recommend?
I was just thinking that there were only 4 speakers that would need wiring, could that be that difficult, or should i quit being so cheap and just buy the adapter, and if so, which bose adapter do you recommend?
I don't know C5 setup much so I'll just speak in generalities, but you have a basic flawed assumption. If you send full range from a new head unit to the Bose mids you won't have the subs firing at all. Without replacing everything then you're better off with the module. Check out www.pac-audio.com for what you may need.
buy the adapter, you'll be glad you did. Its a simple plug and play. The problem is that the subs in the doors won't work any more and you'll have to hack up the stock harness and will juts be a pain to diagnose issues later down the road if any should arise. There should be the right adapter listed in the c5 faq
I would recommend strongly against a new h/u and keeping the front bose speakers. First, the adaptor will cost 80 bucks, the cost of a decent set of front 2 or 3 way speakers. And if you do decide to keep the bose and buy the adaptor they will sound like garbage and you'll want to replace them soon afterwards. The way to do it is to buy the generic 8 dollar gm adaptor, a decent set of front speakers, and make your own adaptor plates. You can also get the adator plates from www.corvettecaraudio.com Run seperate speaker wire to the fronts - h/u to speakers- and use the harness to run the rears. The rear bose sound o.k. but an upgrade obviously is recommended. You'll spend a little more, but you'll also be a whole lot happier.
...the adaptor will cost 80 bucks, the cost of a decent set of front 2 or 3 way speakers. And if you do decide to keep the bose and buy the adaptor they will sound like garbage and you'll want to replace them soon afterwards...You can also get the adator plates from www.corvettecaraudio.com
There are no decent 2-3 way speakers at that price, or even close to double it, and the Bose speakers sound like garbage anyway. Buy the PAC adapter and upgrade everything you can afford, but do it one quality component at a time. Don't try to buy everything at once if funds don't permit. For very few $ more you can get adapter plates that aren't made of MDF (I still can't believe people will pay $40 for that).
There are no decent 2-3 way speakers at that price, or even close to double it, and the Bose speakers sound like garbage anyway. Buy the PAC adapter and upgrade everything you can afford, but do it one quality component at a time. Don't try to buy everything at once if funds don't permit. For very few $ more you can get adapter plates that aren't made of MDF (I still can't believe people will pay $40 for that).
Uhhh, so there's NO decent coax or 3-way 6.5" speaker for right around 100 bucks? I'm sure I won't be the only one to disagree with that... MDF board for the adaptor plates is bad?? I would agree 40 is a little much when you can DIY for 10, but MDF is a great, solid material.
The pac adaptor and just adding an amp/sub to the bose is a great option if you're not getting a new h/u for any additional features.
Uhhh, so there's NO decent coax or 3-way 6.5" speaker for right around 100 bucks? I'm sure I won't be the only one to disagree with that... MDF board for the adaptor plates is bad?? I would agree 40 is a little much when you can DIY for 10, but MDF is a great, solid material
Uhhh...No there aren't, and there's no such thing as a good coax. Period.
MDF has several issues that make it unsuitable for anything permanent. If you're just experimenting to decide where things will go, that's fine, but as a semi-permanent solution, MDF is unacceptable in a good system.
(looking out for scott's hand again for getting off-topic...)
No there aren't, and there's no such thing as a good coax. Period.
MDF has several issues that make it unsuitable for anything permanent. If you're just experimenting to decide where things will go, that's fine, but as a semi-permanent solution, MDF is unacceptable in a good system.
No. This is the second biggest drama section of the "non generation specific" forums.
Spkrboy, please don't take offense by this, but you tend to paint everyone with the audiophile brush. There are countless people who are thrilled by a number of ~$100 speakers. Sure, they might measure like ****, or sound terrible to you and me, but might be perfect for someone not looking to spend an arm and a leg on a system.
...but you tend to paint everyone with the audiophile brush. There are countless people who are thrilled by a number of ~$100 speakers...
Believe me, I'm not offended. While I don't doubt that many people are quite happy with the improvement to be had over the factory system, I'm a purist. Am I harsh toward most equipment? Certainly yes, but that's because I don't believe in rewarding mediocrity. Only the truly good stuff should be recognized as such, and not the "good enough" equipment that usually pales in comparison. That leaves very little room at the top of the spectrum. If people like me don't push others to see or hear what's better, many never will, and that's a shame, because once you know the difference you can never go back.
I'll apologize for the delivery, but the message remains true.
No. This is the second biggest drama section of the "non generation specific" forums.
Spkrboy, please don't take offense by this, but you tend to paint everyone with the audiophile brush. There are countless people who are thrilled by a number of ~$100 speakers. Sure, they might measure like ****, or sound terrible to you and me, but might be perfect for someone not looking to spend an arm and a leg on a system.
This is who my friend is, welcome to my world!
The key to not wanting to throw things at him (frequently anyway) is to take in the info, it's always useful. You may not always agree or apply it, but if you have the info then you're making a compromise KNOWINGLY and that can make all the difference in the result.
Believe me, I'm not offended. While I don't doubt that many people are quite happy with the improvement to be had over the factory system, I'm a purist. Am I harsh toward most equipment? Certainly yes, but that's because I don't believe in rewarding mediocrity. Only the truly good stuff should be recognized as such, and not the "good enough" equipment that usually pales in comparison. That leaves very little room at the top of the spectrum. If people like me don't push others to see or hear what's better, many never will, and that's a shame, because once you know the difference you can never go back.
I'll apologize for the delivery, but the message remains true.
Honestly, I wish I never was exposed to better equipment. Then I'd have a $1000 stereo instead of a $3000 one and be happier.
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