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#8
If you only wanted to replace the sub without changing the factory stereo/amp... you could add an aftermarket amplifier by connecting it to the existing sub wiring connecting into the "high-level" inputs on the amp. What this will do is take the already amplified signal from the factory system, drop the signal down, and re-amplify it before sending it to the new aftermarket sub. Some people don't like this method because they say it adds distortion to the music.
I had installed stereo systems for a number of years (I don't anymore), but in my opinion, we are talking about a subwoofer here that produces the lowest frequencies. You would never notice this minimal distortion. Even using the same application on a tweeter or midrange speaker, the THD (total harmonic distortion) would be so minimal, that it cannot be picked up by the normal human ear. Just my opinion. But this would be the cheapest and easiest way to get more bass... it will not however increase the volume of the rest of the speakers in the car.
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I agree with CarDudeRI, removing the factory sub and installing an aftermarket amplifier and sub will make more of a difference than just replacing the factory sub. The factory amp only puts about 25 watts per channel to the sub and it would not be powerful enough for an aftermarket sub. And since the factory sub is about 2" thick and is specifically designed to be mounted in the rear deck, there is no aftermarket sub on the market that will simply bolt back in its place.
#11
I miss the days you could take a car radio and just have your own with amps and replace all the speakers. I guess you still can but it cost so much more due to OEM radio and nav.
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I agree with CarDudeRI, removing the factory sub and installing an aftermarket amplifier and sub will make more of a difference than just replacing the factory sub. The factory amp only puts about 25 watts per channel to the sub and it would not be powerful enough for an aftermarket sub. And since the factory sub is about 2" thick and is specifically designed to be mounted in the rear deck, there is no aftermarket sub on the market that will simply bolt back in its place.