How to add an aftermarket sub/amp
11-09-2011, 09:04 PM
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Fantastic pictures, many thanks.
For Logic 7, from what I can see,
Logic 7 system AND
LOGIC 7 Diagram
All 7 channels must be driven by speaker level inputs.
Given that, it seems that two amps are a must, unless you run some speakers in parallel.
What are your thoughts?
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For Logic 7, from what I can see,
Logic 7 system AND
LOGIC 7 Diagram
All 7 channels must be driven by speaker level inputs.
Given that, it seems that two amps are a must, unless you run some speakers in parallel.
What are your thoughts?
Thanks
12-19-2011, 11:13 PM
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hello
i dont want to make a new thread and ask here, because my problemm is with adding aftermarket sub.
so story is that i replace front speakers and add tweeter. also into rear i replace speaker and add a tweeter.
i also want to add aftermarket amp, which is MRX-V60. so this is remote sensing amp, so basically it should turn on when he get signal from speakers, but when i connect every thing it turns on even if head unit is off.
could You help why is that.
Car is BMW E61 2004 standart stereo system without amp.
so it consist of 6 speakers: front with parallel conected underseat sub and rears. no amp, and it looks like there was no prewired for that also.
so i wire from head unit to rear compartment speaker inputs for amp, and then back to front speakers
rear speakers i took into rear trunk area. now system consist of front and rear DLS K4, but in front are different tweeters, and alpine MRX-V60 5channel AMP.
appreciate for any help.
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Karlis
i dont want to make a new thread and ask here, because my problemm is with adding aftermarket sub.
so story is that i replace front speakers and add tweeter. also into rear i replace speaker and add a tweeter.
i also want to add aftermarket amp, which is MRX-V60. so this is remote sensing amp, so basically it should turn on when he get signal from speakers, but when i connect every thing it turns on even if head unit is off.
could You help why is that.
Car is BMW E61 2004 standart stereo system without amp.
so it consist of 6 speakers: front with parallel conected underseat sub and rears. no amp, and it looks like there was no prewired for that also.
so i wire from head unit to rear compartment speaker inputs for amp, and then back to front speakers
rear speakers i took into rear trunk area. now system consist of front and rear DLS K4, but in front are different tweeters, and alpine MRX-V60 5channel AMP.
appreciate for any help.
Thanks
Karlis
11-22-2012, 04:29 AM
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hello everyone, i really need help on how to find the actual wires to connect an after market amp, my car is a e60 2004 model with no factory amp or subs. im pretty sure it is the standard sound system with just 4 speakers. can anyone help please
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Hello there, thanks very much for all the helpful information...i was getting crazy already trying to look for a diagram of the wiring, this pics and other comments really help me to perform the job... I just get this 2004 530i very sharp looking car with very low miles for the year(79000)...I have the Sony Amp 1100wt and a 10" sub that i retrieve from my SUV and now i feel more confidence that i can install this...Its my first time having an Import car sincece i have been driving (1993) and i have to say ..IT WASNT A BAD CHOISE AT ALL...I LOVEEEE IT....but it can be a little challenge as well if u try to this wiring by ur self ...thanks a lot to everyone for the help u save me time and the most important ....u save me money ....
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Here are some pictures sorry for low lighting, pretty much JL set up
13w7 with ported box, and a 1000/1v2 amp. i can post pics of the wiring if requested.
By the way, I didn't do any cutting or TAPPing into the stock wires. pretty much easier and cleaner set up that i went thru. I dont have to worry about exposed or using black electrical tape to cover the "wound".
Thinking about adding a capacitor, and changing the bulbs to bright white (interrior lighting i.e. trunk, dome lights, side view mirrors, and foot)
Good job by acribb, couldn't have done it with out his posts and DIY info. Great job. I'm ready to answer any questions just PM me or post here.
13w7 with ported box, and a 1000/1v2 amp. i can post pics of the wiring if requested.
By the way, I didn't do any cutting or TAPPing into the stock wires. pretty much easier and cleaner set up that i went thru. I dont have to worry about exposed or using black electrical tape to cover the "wound".
Thinking about adding a capacitor, and changing the bulbs to bright white (interrior lighting i.e. trunk, dome lights, side view mirrors, and foot)
Good job by acribb, couldn't have done it with out his posts and DIY info. Great job. I'm ready to answer any questions just PM me or post here.
how did you get the signal for the rca's to the amp. i have a kicker 650.1 powering a 10 w7 in a H.O. box
07-23-2013, 09:44 AM
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My Ride: I HAVE A 2004 530I MOSTLY STOCK EXCEPT FOR 22IN ASANTI AF128 BLACK, I HAVE A 6 SPPED MANUAL TRANS. IT ALSO HAS DOOR CURTAINS WHICH I LIKE ALOT. NAVI. I HOPE TO CHANGE MY SEATS TO COMFORT SOON.
Hey Acribb, I wanted to do a set up like yours can you give me a list of everything you had to get like amp wires, etc
Thank you
Thank you