Multimedia Install

[Tomson]

Where has everyone had there installs done and who do you recommend. [img]images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

I was going to go to my local Car Hi-fi Centre in Cheltenham. They have done my last two installs and are amazing [img]images/graemlins/clap.gif[/img] - but very pricey. [img]images/graemlins/jawdrop.gif[/img] I am looking for quality at a great price and do not mind travelling...
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This will be the set-up

Allready ready to go in....

Genesis 'Nukes' my bespoke Genesis amp almost 1 metre long, has Stereo 60, Dual Mono 60 and monoblock all in one beautifull Genesis case (picture attached) [img]images/graemlins/sloppy.gif[/img]

Alpine CVA-1004R
Alpine TUE-T152
Alpine KCE-104V
Alpine DVA-5205P
Playstation 2


I also have a Alpine screen (spent ages and ages moulding it into a footrest for the RX-7, which I am noe selling to make way for the RS4..Doh ! [img]images/graemlins/033102bad_1_prv.gif[/img]) I will sell the Screen and buy two new ones for the headrests.

Finally I have 6.5 Focal 165v Slim line components and JL audio XR 5*7 components - both aare new but I am sure will not fit in the RS4 [img]images/graemlins/audiS4black.gif[/img] - what are the speaker sizes [img]images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

So I am looking for a quality car audio shop which can fit all the above, two screens in headrests, 2 10w6v2's or simular in a boot install and just do a cracking job..

Whwn I get a quote from the car hi-fi centre I will post it as I am sure it will be very funny. [img]images/graemlins/033102ass_1_prv.gif[/img]

Picture of my Genesis attached..

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Tom

[Bushy]

Nice install

I didnt have PS2 as I didnt want anything effecting my boot space so put PS1 in the rear centre armrest

I used Berkshire Car Sounds near Reading, Berks, speak to Richard the manager and tell him Bushy sent you

Cheers

Bushy

[kennyboy]

I used Berkshire Car Sounds for an Alpine sat nav install amongst other things on the advice of Bushy. Recommened [img]images/graemlins/thumbs.gif[/img]

[Tomson]

Bushy,

Would love to take a look at your install to see the quality of workmanship and sound. I think you are onluy up the road in Worcestershire ?

Is this possible mate, or could you take some images for me ?

Tomson. [img]images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

[Tomson]

I see your in Berkshire mate, I'll get my coat........

Still some images and an Idea of Cost would be great, if you don't mind mate ?

[Bushy]

think there are some in here

http://groups.msn.com/BushyRS4/shoebox.msnw
as for cost, dont ask!!!

It depends on what parts you have and what you want I guess

[Iain]

If you dont mind travelling, have a look at sqplus.com in Manchester.

they have won all sorts of awards etc etc. I recommend them! Used to do all the installs for Dimma.com (remember, the old 205 T16 wide body kits with the turbo technics conversions......

[PhilT]

All of my install was done by Technicar in Sheffield www.technicar.ltd.uk

To outfit, but how good you want it is how long it takes which basically comes down to cost....

[Tomson]

What size are the standard speakers in the RS4 [img]images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img] and did people upgrade in terms of size as well as quality ?

Tomson
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[PhilT]

RS4 comes with Bose, therefore no need to change them. I upgraded the sub though.

[Tomson]

Mate are the really good enough to handle the power from the amp - my amp is pretty awesome ?

[PhilT]

I'm running mine off a Directed (Not sure which model) and they are fine.... i.e. Headache sets in before I run out of volume.

[romario]

Tom,

with that Genesis amp it would be criminal to retain the standard cones (Nokia's apparently). The Bose in my RS4 is driving me mad, even using the secret 8 band eq on my Symphony headunit I cannot believe a circa 50K car had such dire audio. Mind you my Carrera4 996 Factory upgrade is only a bit better.
Front speakers will fit 5 1/4 inch models with adapters. Make sure you add Dynamat Extreme in the doors too as it makes a difference with such an impressive amp.
Notice you intend to use the 4 volt pre-out upgrade for your screen, do you need it for the video switching too? If not perhaps a swap to the PXA-H700 (about to be superceded btw) or Audio Control's new 30 band per channel eq/parametric equaliser will be more appropriate. Later can deliver 7.5 volt RMS to the Genesis.

I intend to use Compact Car Audio in Aylesbury to fit my mostly Phoenix Gold/Diamond Audio system, when Alpine's new 2004 kit comes out as there is some really neat new toys on route. Mind you I am very audio biased, no screens or sat nav for me yet, purely on cost grounds!

Good luck with the install Tom, I am still fabricating my facia adapter so it matches the carbon on the dash.

Hope to witness your kit first hand soon,
James

[boff]

SQPlus definately get my stamp of approval. They built a project car for me once and their capabilities are just awesome!

Speak to Phil or Neil if you call and tell them AndyB told you to ring (RS4 & RS6) 0161 748 1600 - www.sqplus.com