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Old 02-01-2023, 06:48 AM   #1
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When the swap is made is the original amplifier used or bypassed?
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When the swap is made is the original amplifier used or bypassed?
I installed a Kenwood Navigation radio and added a Kenwood amplifier. The OEM amplifier was removed.
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When the swap is made is the original amplifier used or bypassed?
What is the model year of your Boxster? At some point (I believe it was the 2003 model year) Porsche started using the MOST system - (Media Oriented Systems Transport) which included installing fiber optic cable between the head unit and amplifier.

I have a 2000/pre-MOST system in my car. It is easier to use the factory amplifier in pre-MOST cars. I have had various configurations over the years. I started with a factory 4-channel amplifier which powered the dash and door speakers. I added rear speakers which I originally powered from the CDR-220 head unit.

I progressed to a 6-channel amplifier from a 996 cabriolet. I eventually added 6 1/2 woofers in my door and powered them with the 6-channel amplifier. Because some forum members suggested that I might be over-taxing the amplifier, I bought an aftermarket amplifier for the larger door speakers.

Here's a thread that may help you: Door speaker recommendations?
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