Sound System Upgrade Options?
#16
Thanks for posting this link. I'm thinking adding a JL Audio subwoofer and upgraded amp is all that is needed to improve the sound enough to enjoy. Has anyone found a concealed sub box, like the one's JL Audio Stealthbox? Don't think they make one for IS
#17
@sabapa I totally understand what you are saying I too came from a Kia with Infinity sound. I still upgraded the audio in that car with a blaupunkt powered sub. I plan on doing the same with the is350. Just waiting for some decent weather. I assume you can tap into the factory sub for audio. I haven't looked at it yet but if not you can get a high to low converter and use that for the audio.
#18
I have a JL 12w3v2 with an older Rockford Fosgate amp. The amp is mounted on the backside of the rear seats and the sub is in a 1x1x1 enclosure. I've always preferred sealed vs ported as it hits tighter.
Overall it doesn't take up much space. I just shove it to the back. In order to make it work the installer had to use a line out converter for the RCA input and usual power, ground, remote turn on etc. Should cost more than $25-30 for a converter
Overall it doesn't take up much space. I just shove it to the back. In order to make it work the installer had to use a line out converter for the RCA input and usual power, ground, remote turn on etc. Should cost more than $25-30 for a converter
#19
Here's a REALLY good thread about sound system info for our car. Page 2 is most relevant
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...-system-2.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...-system-2.html
This is VERY helpful. I actually stopped by friend this past weekend, and he suggested that I upgrade my entire sound system to some decent JLs all around. It would be nice if there was a list of aftermarket sound systems that work best with IS350. I am willing to spend around $1k, not too crazy, but my friend told me it's enough to get me back on par with my Kia's Infinity sound system or at least above it. I obviously prefer above lol
#20
@sabapa I totally understand what you are saying I too came from a Kia with Infinity sound. I still upgraded the audio in that car with a blaupunkt powered sub. I plan on doing the same with the is350. Just waiting for some decent weather. I assume you can tap into the factory sub for audio. I haven't looked at it yet but if not you can get a high to low converter and use that for the audio.
#21
I purchased Rockford Fosgate 2 front corner dash speakers with built in tweeters along with Boom Mats. The boom mat has good reviews so i decided to give it a shot. Anyone have any experience?
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#23
You'll need some sort of oem integration processor to connect to the outputs of the factory amp to sum up a usable signal to connect to a new amp if you want to replace your front speaker or your mids and highs. If you're just adding a subwoofer and an amp to power it, it is pretty simple.
Here's probably the best thread out there right now for a upgrading, it is very well documented.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...ml-system.html
Here's probably the best thread out there right now for a upgrading, it is very well documented.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...ml-system.html
#24
You'll need some sort of oem integration processor to connect to the outputs of the factory amp to sum up a usable signal to connect to a new amp if you want to replace your front speaker or your mids and highs. If you're just adding a subwoofer and an amp to power it, it is pretty simple.
Here's probably the best thread out there right now for a upgrading, it is very well documented.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...ml-system.html
Here's probably the best thread out there right now for a upgrading, it is very well documented.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...ml-system.html
Thanks again for the link and info!
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