02-19-2015, 09:07 AM
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02-20-2015, 12:16 PM
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This is the Kicker Hideaway behind my seat. I am 5'7 and have no issues with it there which is why its behind mine, if I were taller I could simply have put it behind the passenger seat. That Pioneer option also looks nice and will save a 1/2 and inch but I really like the quality of the kicker and will vouch for it on sound quality and ease of installation.
*note* disregard condition of my seats. my purchase of a zeintop pushed that project right on down the road. Its also snowing so that's why all the white lines in the pic.
I will post the link to the subwoofer as well.
KICKER | Hideaway Powered Subwoofer
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03-19-2015, 07:49 AM
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Originally Posted by juiced99ws6
This is the Kicker Hideaway behind my seat. I am 5'7 and have no issues with it there which is why its behind mine, if I were taller I could simply have put it behind the passenger seat. That Pioneer option also looks nice and will save a 1/2 and inch but I really like the quality of the kicker and will vouch for it on sound quality and ease of installation.
*note* disregard condition of my seats. my purchase of a zeintop pushed that project right on down the road. Its also snowing so that's why all the white lines in the pic.
I will post the link to the subwoofer as well.
KICKER | Hideaway Powered Subwoofer
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I just installed this sub in mine. Not bad for the size. Definitely fills the lack of bass in the car. I also bypassed my factory amp with an aftermarket to make my Alpine dash and Pioneer door speakers work better. I am pretty satisfied with the overall sound now. My ears are happy again during my drives. I had the Subaru under seat sub in my last Subaru's I owned and it is more of a mid range speaker than a sub. Very little bass output. I would recommend the kicker unit if you can get it cheaper than 300 online or ebay. I bit the bullet when I was at Best buy so I paid full MSRP which is rare for me but money well spent if you like higher quality sound systems. I have replaced every sound system in every car I have owned since I was 16.
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02-20-2015, 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Hogosha
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great find. It was just announced in Jan
Just need to see if it will fit under the seat
it is 13-7/16 x 9-7/8 x 2-3/8
If it fits, it is perfect!
The subaru one may be a better value at under $100
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02-21-2015, 05:34 AM
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JayG,
A better value isn't always what you want when you are looking to increase the depth and clarity of sound in your car. I would for sure have to hear one before purchasing one. A subwoofer, amp, and custom enclosure is essentially what you get in a powered sub and for 100$.. I just don't know. Either super incredible deal orrrr......
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02-21-2015, 06:32 AM
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On the slippery slope
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Originally Posted by juiced99ws6
JayG,
A better value isn't always what you want when you are looking to increase the depth and clarity of sound in your car. I would for sure have to hear one before purchasing one. A subwoofer, amp, and custom enclosure is essentially what you get in a powered sub and for 100$.. I just don't know. Either super incredible deal orrrr......
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You have a point, but bear in mind I'm not looking or expecting an audiophile system. For Pete's sake, its a car! Don't need to spend $$$$ IMHO
The Subaru sub is used and probably new is $300+. The biggest issue is the space under the seat and what will actually fit. I do not want to give up ANY legroom at all.
The Pioneer unit look like it may fit, probably need to pull the seat and measure. It is a new interesting technology.
I'm just looking to fill in the bass a little, so any sub will be fine as long as it fits
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Last edited by JayG; 02-21-2015 at 06:59 AM.
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02-21-2015, 06:41 AM
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Originally Posted by JayG
You have a point, but bear in mind I'm not looking or expecting an audiophile system. For Pete's sake, its a car! Don't need to spend $$$$ IMHO
The Subaru sub is used and probably new is $300+. The biggest issue is the space under the seat and what will actually fit. I do not want to give up ANY legroom at all.
The Pioneer unit look like it may fit, probably need to pull the seat and measure. It is a new interesting technology.
I'm just looking to fill in the bass a little, so any sub will be fin as long as it fits
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Jay,
My sentiments exactly, you beat me to it. I don't expect the Subaru unit to turn my stock system into BOSE, but I am sure it will be an improvement. Please let me know if you take those measurements.
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02-21-2015, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by JayG
You have a point, but bear in mind I'm not looking or expecting an audiophile system. For Pete's sake, its a car! Don't need to spend $$$$ IMHO
The Subaru sub is used and probably new is $300+. The biggest issue is the space under the seat and what will actually fit. I do not want to give up ANY legroom at all.
The Pioneer unit look like it may fit, probably need to pull the seat and measure. It is a new interesting technology.
I'm just looking to fill in the bass a little, so any sub will be fine as long as it fits
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I can understand not wanting to compromise any cabin room whatsoever but if speaking in terms of value I'm not quite sure it can be recommended to the forum to just get that sub. I am trying to offer up what I have already done to help any boxster owner who may be interested. Great price on one used sub will help only one person. If they are normally very similar costwise to what I have posted the the price point is moot.
One way to go about the space issue is tof do the same thinf Porsche did originally only better. Seal the door enclosures better and add a dynamat door kit to reduce rattle. Then pick out two nice 6.5 inch subs for the doors and use a quality amp and lowpass filter to add bass. You will get less bass, pay more, and remove two highs for your system but its really about the only way I see at this point. I haven't found anything small enough to go under the seat. I don't believe a passenger would ever evem notice the difference behind their seat.
If there wete a hundred dollar no compromise option I think we would all have it by now. interested to hear your findings.
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