Focal Integration Series v. Gladen One 201

dogbox46 · 01-02-2016, 03:36 PM

It's finally time to start the upgrade to the disappointing HiFi Stereo in my 2012 135 M Sport. I'm preparing to purchase new speakers and I could use some additional information/assistance.

Has anyone heard the Gladen One 201 BMW Extreme set-up in a comparison to the Focal Integration Series for BMW? Is this even a fair comparison?

I'm not planning to upgrade the amp at this point in time but will consider the Bimmer-Tech option the next time a group buy comes around.

I'm looking for a clean plug and play set up that will provide a significant improvement in the quality of sound and I will be attempting the install myself. First up will be the front and perhaps rear speakers followed by amp and the subs if necessary.

Thanks in advance...

reisf · 01-08-2016, 07:16 AM

Don't be silly - do the amp first. Many people on here report that changing the amp with the existing speakers makes a huge different in itself.
I'm also about 70% sure here but i think the hifi speakers are the same as the ones on the logic7/Harmon Kardon. So all they need is a good amp, maybe a DSP and it will make all the difference.

nacaruh · 01-12-2016, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by reisf

Don't be silly - do the amp first. Many people on here report that changing the amp with the existing speakers makes a huge different in itself.
I'm also about 70% sure here but i think the hifi speakers are the same as the ones on the logic7/Harmon Kardon. So all they need is a good amp, maybe a DSP and it will make all the difference.

No, they are not the same. I have both HiFi and Top HiFi, and part no. are different, and they sound a bit different. Top HiFi speakers require a little more power, which is why the amp is needed.

mechavore884 · 01-18-2016, 01:47 AM

for a clean yet relatively plug and play (thats cheap) just get a 4 or 6 channel and a JL cleansweep. For most (give or take) throwing more power at the factory speakers makes WORLDS of a difference...but also even if you went aftermarket speaker you can purchase the OEM connectors and splice them to expand your options immensely.

Nelson@BimmerTech · 01-22-2016, 08:03 PM

I recommend doing our amp first. We finally have a 1 series tune

Nelson@BimmerTech · 01-22-2016, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by dogbox46

It's finally time to start the upgrade to the disappointing HiFi Stereo in my 2012 135 M Sport. I'm preparing to purchase new speakers and I could use some additional information/assistance.

Has anyone heard the Gladen One 201 BMW Extreme set-up in a comparison to the Focal Integration Series for BMW? Is this even a fair comparison?

I'm not planning to upgrade the amp at this point in time but will consider the Bimmer-Tech option the next time a group buy comes around.

I'm looking for a clean plug and play set up that will provide a significant improvement in the quality of sound and I will be attempting the install myself. First up will be the front and perhaps rear speakers followed by amp and the subs if necessary.

Thanks in advance...

I've heard both. Get the Gladen Extreme!

MaC-N54-E82 · 01-23-2016, 01:35 PM

Nelson -

I don't see the one series amp listed on your website?

Nelson@BimmerTech · 01-23-2016, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by MaC-N54-E82

Nelson -

I don't see the one series amp listed on your website?

http://www.bimmer-tech.net/shop/bmw-...udio-retrofits

MaC-N54-E82 · 01-23-2016, 07:50 PM

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PhillyfaanM3 · 01-29-2016, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by dogbox46

It's finally time to start the upgrade to the disappointing HiFi Stereo in my 2012 135 M Sport. I'm preparing to purchase new speakers and I could use some additional information/assistance.

Has anyone heard the Gladen One 201 BMW Extreme set-up in a comparison to the Focal Integration Series for BMW? Is this even a fair comparison?

I'm not planning to upgrade the amp at this point in time but will consider the Bimmer-Tech option the next time a group buy comes around.

I'm looking for a clean plug and play set up that will provide a significant improvement in the quality of sound and I will be attempting the install myself. First up will be the front and perhaps rear speakers followed by amp and the subs if necessary.

Thanks in advance...

I can't speak to the difference between the Focal and Gladen..but I can say I went with Focal and It's amazing. It's not cheap(price) but I'm super happy with the results. Below is a link to the thread I started last year. Good luck with whatever you decide.

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1067408

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dogbox46 New Member 7 Rep 18 Posts Drives: 2012 135i M Sport Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: North of the 49th iTrader: (0)	Focal Integration Series v. Gladen One 201 It's finally time to start the upgrade to the disappointing HiFi Stereo in my 2012 135 M Sport. I'm preparing to purchase new speakers and I could use some additional information/assistance. Has anyone heard the Gladen One 201 BMW Extreme set-up in a comparison to the Focal Integration Series for BMW? Is this even a fair comparison? I'm not planning to upgrade the amp at this point in time but will consider the Bimmer-Tech option the next time a group buy comes around. I'm looking for a clean plug and play set up that will provide a significant improvement in the quality of sound and I will be attempting the install myself. First up will be the front and perhaps rear speakers followed by amp and the subs if necessary. Thanks in advance...
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reisf Lieutenant 128 Rep 525 Posts Drives: LBB M2 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0)	Don't be silly - do the amp first. Many people on here report that changing the amp with the existing speakers makes a huge different in itself. I'm also about 70% sure here but i think the hifi speakers are the same as the ones on the logic7/Harmon Kardon. So all they need is a good amp, maybe a DSP and it will make all the difference.
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mechavore884 Lieutenant 35 Rep 528 Posts Drives: the fat mobile Join Date: May 2013 Location: NOVA iTrader: (3)	for a clean yet relatively plug and play (thats cheap) just get a 4 or 6 channel and a JL cleansweep. For most (give or take) throwing more power at the factory speakers makes WORLDS of a difference...but also even if you went aftermarket speaker you can purchase the OEM connectors and splice them to expand your options immensely. __________________ 6MT/CDV Delete/Injen Intake/berk race exhaust/ Cyba Scoops/ECS cryo rotors/Axxis ultimate pads/H&R coils/BBS LM-esque lol/BMW PE front/whiteline sway/and did i mention 2200 at 1 ohm ...eyeing the auto diff currently
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