I need an audio consult
Hello,
I have a 2002 S with stock radio and stock CD changer in the front and I would like to upgrade the audio. I have a question for those who know more that I do.... If cost is not a concern which radio/speaker would I install? I want a radio that looks stock like; black no teenage blue LED lights or anything. Great sound is a must. I do not want a sub behind the seat or in the floor, rear speakers would be fine, but the eBay speakers look cheap. I guess I could change the Amp in the front if needed. I would also like a radio that had XM or Sirius capable. Ipod plug would also be nice. Is the stock radio the problem or is it the component speakers and amp that need to be changed? If it is not asking too much, I would like someone to tell me model number and brands so I can order it and have the local guy install them. Thanks, James |
the single biggest problem (other than the fact it's a cabrio ;) ) are the crappy paper cone speakers Porsche puts in the vehicles. From there, it has to do w/ the size of the door speakers (tough to get low end from a 5.25" speaker) and then the sound stage (why we add rears). Once those issues are corrected, it becomes a power issue and thus some choose to upgrade the amp and/or head unit.
Having said that and not know exactly what your budget is or desired end results, you can vastly improve the sound for under $500 by adding rears, changing out the dash speakers to good coaxials, and making custom baffles to house 6.5" speakers where the doors currently have 5.25". New head units that look stock - think along the lines of Nakamichi as they are black w/ orange lighting. Not sure if any are XM/Sirius ready though. You can easily change the speakers yourself by following these 2 guides or search the archives for more answers. http://boxster.wikia.com/images/b/b6/Boxster_speakers_update_article.pdf http://boxster.wikia.com/images/b/bf/Door_Baffle_Template.pdf Good luck! |
Big thank you! It's so difficult to find people that know what quality sound is that also know about car stereos.
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Thanks a lot.
Cost is not a concern the problem is finding someone to do it. I have called all of the local shops and again, nobody will touch the car. I may have to go to Houston or San Anotnio to get it done. Any suggestion on brands or model number of the speakers? James |
I know a shop here in Houston that will help you. It's Tweeter, located on Voss and Westheimer. They're in a ritzy part of town and work on Pcars all the time.
The installer custom wired my Alpine unit to my factory amp and did a great job installing it. |
Try checking w/ the local PCA group as undoubtedly they'll be someone w/ an audio shop in it who knows these cars. Most of these changes really are DIY if you're the slightest bit handy - even if you're not too.
Here's a link to a thread from May about the same topic (it comes up once a month or so). http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/10977-what-dash-speakers-do-you-use.html And my response in that particular thread: Quote:
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Replacing the dash speakers with infinity Kappas made a huge difference in my -02 Box. Adding 6.5" Kappas in the door using the wood baffle method was also a significant upgrade. I'd personally not spend money on aftermarket amps or headunits unless there's functionality that you want (like DVD, GPS...).
You can pick up the Kappas for cheap on ebay. |
The main problem is indeed the stock speakers. If you want real bass, yes you are going to need a sub somewhere. 6.5s in the doors are a huge upgrade from the stock 5 1/4s and very easy to do. If you can, try to stay with a 3-way system. The factory amp is also pretty pathetic, and is the next weak link. The factory head unit, though not very full featured, is a decent source, and you only need to swap it to gain functionality (iPod, Nav, Serius,etc).
Patrick |
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