Finally Sound System pics! (stealth set up)

alpinedb · 06-27-2008, 11:03 AM

It looks a lot better and cleaner in person. The pictures didn't turn out too well.

When I was building the system I wanted to keep everything factory, but there wasn't a good oem interface out there. I made the sacrifice to go with an aftermarket hu again. I do not have regrets because it sounds amazing.

alpinedb · 06-27-2008, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by pchan866

It's a nice setup but I think this sound system thing is more like back in 2000 when those spinners were hot. I had a sound system my self in my sedan but I'm not feeling it anymore so it is up for sale on ebay right now if anyone is interested.

http://cgi.ebay.com/JL-Audio-W6-13W6...QQcmdZViewItem

I guess we have more performance enthusiast on this forum than things that make our bimmers look like it's a caprice.

I'm more of audio guy who likes to drive a sporty car. I also just realized it really isn't stealthy too haha :biggrin:

driftdriven · 06-27-2008, 11:15 AM

If you are an audiophile then you really had no choice. The factory system, even the premium, is not that great. IMHO that is the best looking system since no one else has done it and if they have a system, they haven't posted any pics. Props to you and besides MOST the people here are more about performance and how PRETTY the car looks..... Yuppies!! <-- alright I'm a yuppie too according to my gf

Citizen Z · 06-27-2008, 11:16 AM

When I upgrade the audio, I'm getting a JL Cleansweep hooked to the stock head unit and then doing one for one swaps with all the speakers and a sealed 10w6 or w7 in the trunk and that'll be it.

alpinedb · 06-27-2008, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by driftdriven

If you are an audiophile then you really had no choice. The factory system, even the premium, is not that great. IMHO that is the best looking system since no one else has done it and if they have a system, they haven't posted any pics. Props to you and besides MOST the people here are more about performance and how PRETTY the car looks..... Yuppies!! <-- alright I'm a yuppie too according to my gf

Exactly, good points! :w00t:

rspst14 · 06-27-2008, 06:04 PM

Did you have a dash kit custom-made to accomodate the aftermarket headunit?

alpinedb · 06-27-2008, 06:20 PM

yea that is a custom made dash kit

esses · 06-27-2008, 07:31 PM

Nice components.

Bimzz · 06-27-2008, 08:42 PM

It doesn't look bad I don't think. The sound is probably bang'n!

dma550 · 06-27-2008, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by alpinedb

I have the following in my system:
-Alpine CDA-9887 sirius and ipod in glove box
-Focal 6.5" 3 Way Polykevlar (1" tweet, 4" midrange, 6.5 inch Woofer
-Steg 4/02 Amplifier
-JL Audio 10W7 ported enclosure

It sounds amazing with one of the sickest front stages I have ever heard. There is so much detail and presence with the 3 way setup. the doors will give you guys an idea of what can be done in this car as far as woofers. Enjoy!

Looks good, I had a similar kit together that I was going to use in my mini, and briefly considered it in the 135. The posters above are probably referring to the PAC SWI-X interface, which may work for you.

One note, it looks like the material they used on the pods doesn't match the doors, is it blue? I wonder if it's a vinyl/leather match issue.

Steve135i · 06-27-2008, 09:52 PM

May I ask why you didn't leave the stock radio/faceplate in the car and do a cleansweep using the stock radio for a clean/stock OEM look. Otherwise you picked top quality components.

alpinedb · 06-27-2008, 11:36 PM

Plain and simple... cleansweep flattens the EQ but there isn't any adjustability or tuning. It sucks.

The doors were made out of black vinyl... and yes the components sounds amazing! So much liveliness and detail.

avus · 06-27-2008, 11:57 PM

where did you get the install done?

Steve135i · 06-28-2008, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by alpinedb

Plain and simple... cleansweep flattens the EQ but there isn't any adjustability or tuning. It sucks.

The doors were made out of black vinyl... and yes the components sounds amazing! So much liveliness and detail.

OK. But a very clean system like your install should sound great flat. Anyway great choices with the components you purchased, I would pick the same speakers. Where did you get it installed? Have you ever heard Focal home speakers with top quality electronics? They sound fantastic!

alpinedb · 06-28-2008, 09:13 AM

I got the install done at Sound Decision in Montgomery, IL. Their works is some of the best out there. As far as the Cleansweep goes... it's a decent piece, but does not suit my hearing needs. hehe

BTW thanks for the comments!

alpinedb · 06-28-2008, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve135i

OK. But a very clean system like your install should sound great flat. Anyway great choices with the components you purchased, I would pick the same speakers. Where did you get it installed? Have you ever heard Focal home speakers with top quality electronics? They sound fantastic!

I've heard focal home speakers and hey do sound amazing! I've got a set of psb at home:biggrin:

swiftss13 · 06-28-2008, 09:45 AM

I see the custom pods for the 6.5s but were any modifications to the doors for the 4s? when my car finally does arrive i am wanting to replace my doors with Focal 4" 2 Way Polykevlars and was wondering if there is any fitment problems because of the size difference of the magnets.

Mad Dragon · 06-28-2008, 12:52 PM

I'm sure it sounds great, but you'll probably never be able to update the software in your car again. If you have premium, you just lost BMW assist and Bluetooth.

Citizen Z · 06-28-2008, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Mad Dragon

I'm sure it sounds great, but you'll probably never be able to update the software in your car again. If you have premium, you just lost BMW assist and Bluetooth.

Why is that? The OEM head unit doesn't contain the computer.

Mad Dragon · 06-28-2008, 01:02 PM

There's more than one control module in our cars. The RAD2 is just one of them, and it happens to be the master controller for the MOST bus (TCU, Sirius, CD Changer, etc.). If you remove it, Progman will not be able to find the MOST bus. If any control modules are faulty or missing, you cannot program the car.

1Ronnie · 07-05-2008, 11:42 AM

Well,the nice thing about this group is we do see some of everything. Good on you for getting what you want. I like the native look, so went with Premium Audio to get "good enough", but I must say, nice sound is a big thing for me in a car. As long as you are getting clean sound, and not trying to make everyone at the intersection look at you ... then enjoy :smile:

ONE · 07-05-2008, 11:48 AM

Congratulations on your new sound system Alpinedb.

I bet it ROCKS!

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driftdriven Captain 53 Rep 905 Posts Drives: BMW 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	If you are an audiophile then you really had no choice. The factory system, even the premium, is not that great. IMHO that is the best looking system since no one else has done it and if they have a system, they haven't posted any pics. Props to you and besides MOST the people here are more about performance and how PRETTY the car looks..... Yuppies!! <-- alright I'm a yuppie too according to my gf
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Citizen Z Alpine Master 111 Rep 1,310 Posts Drives: '08 135i AW Sport Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas iTrader: (1)	When I upgrade the audio, I'm getting a JL Cleansweep hooked to the stock head unit and then doing one for one swaps with all the speakers and a sealed 10w6 or w7 in the trunk and that'll be it. __________________ Alpine White with Taupe Leather 135i, Sports Package, Heated Seats, Comfort Access, iPod Adapter Fastness: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=252727
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Steve135i First Lieutenant 5 Rep 304 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jun 2008 iTrader: (0)	May I ask why you didn't leave the stock radio/faceplate in the car and do a cleansweep using the stock radio for a clean/stock OEM look. Otherwise you picked top quality components.
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06-27-2008, 11:36 PM	#34
alpinedb Private First Class 8 Rep 131 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (1)	Plain and simple... cleansweep flattens the EQ but there isn't any adjustability or tuning. It sucks. The doors were made out of black vinyl... and yes the components sounds amazing! So much liveliness and detail.
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alpinedb Private First Class 8 Rep 131 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (1)	I got the install done at Sound Decision in Montgomery, IL. Their works is some of the best out there. As far as the Cleansweep goes... it's a decent piece, but does not suit my hearing needs. hehe BTW thanks for the comments!
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swiftss13 808 Member 10 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 09 135i /05 325i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ewa Beach, HI iTrader: (0)	I see the custom pods for the 6.5s but were any modifications to the doors for the 4s? when my car finally does arrive i am wanting to replace my doors with Focal 4" 2 Way Polykevlars and was wondering if there is any fitment problems because of the size difference of the magnets.
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Mad Dragon . 27 Rep 932 Posts Drives: 2010 GTI Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	I'm sure it sounds great, but you'll probably never be able to update the software in your car again. If you have premium, you just lost BMW assist and Bluetooth.
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Mad Dragon . 27 Rep 932 Posts Drives: 2010 GTI Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	There's more than one control module in our cars. The RAD2 is just one of them, and it happens to be the master controller for the MOST bus (TCU, Sirius, CD Changer, etc.). If you remove it, Progman will not be able to find the MOST bus. If any control modules are faulty or missing, you cannot program the car.
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