Electronics and Audio

Jamie · Jamie

for my non-NAV, i got a AUX unit on ebay for about 80$, it plugs in the external CD changer port on the factory head unit. that's it, all you have to do is to physically fit the unit and run the wire. I fit ther unit someplace on the passenger side of the AT shifter...a little futher back than the shifter. I run...

Rosamond · Rosamond

Just bought a 2003 Accord with Nav and had a few questions.. Does the "CD/AUX" button mean that there is an option to install another device and still keep the CD? I have an mp3 player, not an Ipod and want to run it directly to the radio. Most of the threads that I have seen only speak about Ipods...

Rosemary · Rosemary

i just joined the forum so i don't know what your last experience was exactly with the Blitzsafe HON/AUX DMX V.2X (if that's what you're talking about). I've read some crappy reviews of the Honda musiclink, so my suggestion is to go with an general Aux input. I can only speak about adding the Blitzsafe t...

Bobbi · Bobbi

As you may have seen with the previous message, I had issues with my head unit after installing a Blitzsafe AUX adapter. After consulting with Blitzsafe, we concluded that a slightly loose connection in the hardwired Y-adapter plug caused the radio to short circuit, causing my issues with XM radio t...

Haze · Haze

Hi guys, I am new to the site. I hope I am welcomed. I have used v-bul. forums before when I drove Volvo's. I find these online communities rock! Anyway, my 02 accord is great, except as i was driving down the road today the factory stereo just stopped. the cd plays and the lights are on but no sound. wtf? is t...

Channing · Channing

I had to look them up also. The page that listed all the speakers showed them all to be 8ohm. That's more like home audio speakers. Most car speakers are 4ohm, are they not? Seems like the 8's would require much more power.

Mona · Mona

Im Looking To Get New Speakers For My Accord, A Friend Of Mine Told Me I Should Get Voice Speakers The Type That Have A Bullet Looking Design In The Middle. So I Go To My Local Car Audio Shop And Describe The Speakers To The Salesman And He Pulls Out A Pair Of Beyma Speakers. I Asked For The Rms He Said 150rms, I...

Dayton · Dayton

Thanks Josh for info. Have found that by playing with the fader/volume control and bass control I can get some acceptable (barely) bass response. Will get with my technician tomorrow. One thing I should not have done was going with a 3 way rear speaker. Should have stayed with a 2 way. Thanks again.

Trevor · Trevor

OK friends and neighbors, boys and girls, here is the latest for improved speaker quality. I just had installed 2 - 6.5 Polk D8651 and 2 - 6 x 9 Polk D8691 rear speakers. Sound quality at mid range and high ends are great. Low end bass good if you almost max out on the bass control. Takes more on the sound volu...

Bruce · Bruce

Can anybody tell me some of the specs on the my radio.... i have and 03 accord lx no nav no cd changer (its an option though) and it not the premium h/u (i think those light up in red right?) any way what i want to know is: whats the output wattage is there an rca out put behind it like for an amp?? is there an inter...

Unice · Unice

NOT BEGIN WITH A SPEAKER UPGRADE!!! The problem with stock stereos are not the speakers...it's the lack of power coming from your head unit. Speaker distortion is due to lack of power. Two suggestions: 1. BUy a new head unit. Most head units are putting out about twice the power as most stock head units...

Corina · Corina

I just replaced the speakers with Infinity Reference speakers, 6x9's in the rear and components in the front. I just put the woofers in the front and I'm still running the stock tweeters. Sound quality is much improved and I hope it'll sound even better once I get around to putting in an amp and put up the...

Beulah · Beulah

No knocking of Inifinity assumed here. And it is true they are best on mid and high range...that's what I've always used them for anyway. I always found them to do a great job on reproducing good clear sound without ever becoming shrill.I always used a 12" for bass...My opinion: It's the threshol...

Spencer · Spencer

I chose a four channel amp and self amplified sub for my needs. The sub is easily and quickly removed when I need the space. The JL Audio Cleansweep is behind the dash. I also chose professional installation for everything, I'm not handy with that type work. See the silver knob below the emergency brake...

Ridley · Ridley

If you're looking for overall nice sound, and retain your stock HU, the cleansweep (or RF 3sixty, etc.) would be your best option, and connect it to a 5ch amp (cheaper than a 4ch AND a sub amp, and wiring is simpler and cheaper too). Get some decent speakers (infinity kappa's are real nice, but even their...

Lynsey · Lynsey

That's why I suggested to start with upgrading speakers. You will notice an immediate improvement that may sustain you for a while. There are three things to do with the factory head unit (which is tied into A/C, heat, Temp, and other controls): 1. Leave it stock and modify the signal through a signal p...

Kaden · Kaden

I've got a 2007 7th gen I4 LX and I'm looking to get a system for it. I've been looking through pages and pages on the audio forums and have got some good ideas already but I'm Just wondering what other people have got going in their 7th gens right now. With mine I'm trying not to break $700 if anyone has any su...

Mable · Mable

i have 2 12 alpine type r in a ported box and its powered by a 500/1 JL amp. When i turn the volume it plays good but then the sub cuts off and wen i lower down the volume it goes back to normal. anyone know whats wrong with it? is it my amp or is it my subs or maybe its a power shortage.thanks

Twyla · Twyla

I believe the only thing you'll have to do is use adapters for the speaker wires or cut off the stock Honda plugs and use standard clips in place. Either way will work. As far as powering them, it shouldn't be a problem. The Infinity 6.5s say 2-60 watts RMS, 93.4 db sensitivity; the Infinity 6x9s say 2-100...

Norma · Norma

What I am concerned about is whether or not the Honda stock "Premium Audio System" (130 watts) will be enough to power the Infinity Reference Speakers. Will I have to increase/decrease/or stay same on the volume control? Replacing the rear deck (6x9) and door speakers (6.5), but keeping...

Kitty · Kitty

I'll be putting either Boston Acoustic or Infinity in mine, but that's a bit off. I spent way more on the car then planned and have to pay off some other bills first and finish some home remodeling projects first. I did get a chance to hear the BA SX60 in an 05 Accord powered by a Clarion amp off a line-level c...

Deanna · Deanna

Pretty much any Sony, Kenwood, Alpine, etc will have better speakers than stock. The premium system just means a more powerful amplifier, that's it. The rear speakers are just remove and replace, no modification needed. The front may need some modification.

Royston · Royston

Another to the point thread. What speakers do you all recommend to replace the current factory speakers in a 2007 Sedan EX-L 6 cylinder 6 speed manual with NAV/XM/CD, looking to improve the sound quality over factory. The car supposively has the "Premium Audio System" but not sure what th...

Carrie · Carrie

Any recommendations on a reasonably priced installer in the Westchester or Long Island, NY areas? I'm not looking for anything too crazy, mostly just installing the speakers, amps, etc. Thanks for your help.

Mindy · Mindy

To answer both your questions: I have no idea. I've never been a fan of OEM speakers, so I haven't even tried looking. You can always try googling to find out if anything comes up.

Davie · Davie

what does every body do with the dash tweeters. going to be installing infiniti 5 1/4" in the front doors and infiniti 6x9 in the rear deck. i was just wondering if i should unhook them or just leave them plugged in. thanks in advance for your reply... jason

Leanna · Leanna

If I were you, I would tear into the center console and look for a loose or disconnected wire. That's the only thing I can think of. From my understanding, the front and "in the compartment" socket use the same fuse. I could be wrong, but I remember someone telling me that when I kept getting bl...

Kay · Kay

Please help with my Honda accord 2003 LX 4dr sedan. Front accessory socket stopped working, I guess the problem is a blown fuse. I read the instructions and looked into the fuse boxes, but there seems to be only one fuse for two sockets (15A) and it is Ok. Is there another fuse just for the cigarette light...

Ursella · Ursella

From their websites, they only appear to mount in one location. Kuda's is a unit that somehow clips from the top right of the center console to the bottom of the same area, kinda in front of the glove box; at least the one I'm looking at does, anyway. The Pro-fit (again, the one I'm looking at) wedges in bet...

Tyrrell · Tyrrell

Hi I just installed the usaSpec ipod adapter in my 07 EX-L v6 and it workes perfectly. Steering wheel controls and cd changer controls work great with it. I found it had enough cable to run from where it is behind the glove box up through the consul into the storage compartment between the front seats whe...

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	drilled a whole in the plastic plate (Preview) for my non-NAV, i got a AUX unit on ebay for about 80$, it plugs in the external CD changer port on the factory head unit. that's it, all you have to do is to physically fit the unit and run the wire. I fit ther unit someplace on the passenger side of the AT shifter...a little futher back than the shifter. I run...	Jamie	0	277	Apr 12, 2008 by Jamie
	2003 Accord - MP3 jack (Preview) Just bought a 2003 Accord with Nav and had a few questions.. Does the "CD/AUX" button mean that there is an option to install another device and still keep the CD? I have an mp3 player, not an Ipod and want to run it directly to the radio. Most of the threads that I have seen only speak about Ipods...	Rosamond	0	285	Apr 12, 2008 by Rosamond
	Honda musiclink (Preview) i just joined the forum so i don't know what your last experience was exactly with the Blitzsafe HON/AUX DMX V.2X (if that's what you're talking about). I've read some crappy reviews of the Honda musiclink, so my suggestion is to go with an general Aux input. I can only speak about adding the Blitzsafe t...	Rosemary	0	345	Apr 11, 2008 by Rosemary
	MP3 Connection for '07 Accord: Concerned About Shorting Radio (Preview) As you may have seen with the previous message, I had issues with my head unit after installing a Blitzsafe AUX adapter. After consulting with Blitzsafe, we concluded that a slightly loose connection in the hardwired Y-adapter plug caused the radio to short circuit, causing my issues with XM radio t...	Bobbi	0	292	Apr 11, 2008 by Bobbi
	02 accord stereo question (Preview) Hi guys, I am new to the site. I hope I am welcomed. I have used v-bul. forums before when I drove Volvo's. I find these online communities rock! Anyway, my 02 accord is great, except as i was driving down the road today the factory stereo just stopped. the cd plays and the lights are on but no sound. wtf? is t...	Haze	0	255	Apr 11, 2008 by Haze
	home audio speakers (Preview) I had to look them up also. The page that listed all the speakers showed them all to be 8ohm. That's more like home audio speakers. Most car speakers are 4ohm, are they not? Seems like the 8's would require much more power.	Channing	0	240	Apr 11, 2008 by Channing
	Beyma ????? (Preview) Im Looking To Get New Speakers For My Accord, A Friend Of Mine Told Me I Should Get Voice Speakers The Type That Have A Bullet Looking Design In The Middle. So I Go To My Local Car Audio Shop And Describe The Speakers To The Salesman And He Pulls Out A Pair Of Beyma Speakers. I Asked For The Rms He Said 150rms, I...	Mona	0	285	Apr 11, 2008 by Mona
	bass control (Preview) Thanks Josh for info. Have found that by playing with the fader/volume control and bass control I can get some acceptable (barely) bass response. Will get with my technician tomorrow. One thing I should not have done was going with a 3 way rear speaker. Should have stayed with a 2 way. Thanks again.	Dayton	0	284	Apr 11, 2008 by Dayton
	Speaker Update-Where Did My Bass Go? (Preview) OK friends and neighbors, boys and girls, here is the latest for improved speaker quality. I just had installed 2 - 6.5 Polk D8651 and 2 - 6 x 9 Polk D8691 rear speakers. Sound quality at mid range and high ends are great. Low end bass good if you almost max out on the bass control. Takes more on the sound volu...	Trevor	0	307	Apr 11, 2008 by Trevor
	03accord lx radio question (Preview) Can anybody tell me some of the specs on the my radio.... i have and 03 accord lx no nav no cd changer (its an option though) and it not the premium h/u (i think those light up in red right?) any way what i want to know is: whats the output wattage is there an rca out put behind it like for an amp?? is there an inter...	Bruce	0	236	Apr 11, 2008 by Bruce
	NOT BEGIN WITH A SPEAKER UPGRADE!!! (Preview) NOT BEGIN WITH A SPEAKER UPGRADE!!! The problem with stock stereos are not the speakers...it's the lack of power coming from your head unit. Speaker distortion is due to lack of power. Two suggestions: 1. BUy a new head unit. Most head units are putting out about twice the power as most stock head units...	Unice	0	261	Apr 11, 2008 by Unice
	woofers (Preview) I just replaced the speakers with Infinity Reference speakers, 6x9's in the rear and components in the front. I just put the woofers in the front and I'm still running the stock tweeters. Sound quality is much improved and I hope it'll sound even better once I get around to putting in an amp and put up the...	Corina	0	244	Apr 11, 2008 by Corina
	"deep" bass (Preview) No knocking of Inifinity assumed here. And it is true they are best on mid and high range...that's what I've always used them for anyway. I always found them to do a great job on reproducing good clear sound without ever becoming shrill.I always used a 12" for bass...My opinion: It's the threshol...	Beulah	0	268	Apr 11, 2008 by Beulah
	chose a four channel amp (Preview) I chose a four channel amp and self amplified sub for my needs. The sub is easily and quickly removed when I need the space. The JL Audio Cleansweep is behind the dash. I also chose professional installation for everything, I'm not handy with that type work. See the silver knob below the emergency brake...	Spencer	0	251	Apr 11, 2008 by Spencer
	sounding stereo system (Preview) If you're looking for overall nice sound, and retain your stock HU, the cleansweep (or RF 3sixty, etc.) would be your best option, and connect it to a 5ch amp (cheaper than a 4ch AND a sub amp, and wiring is simpler and cheaper too). Get some decent speakers (infinity kappa's are real nice, but even their...	Ridley	0	238	Apr 11, 2008 by Ridley
	A/C and heat controls will work (Preview) That's why I suggested to start with upgrading speakers. You will notice an immediate improvement that may sustain you for a while. There are three things to do with the factory head unit (which is tied into A/C, heat, Temp, and other controls): 1. Leave it stock and modify the signal through a signal p...	Lynsey	0	228	Apr 11, 2008 by Lynsey
	Share you current system in your 7th gen's (Preview) I've got a 2007 7th gen I4 LX and I'm looking to get a system for it. I've been looking through pages and pages on the audio forums and have got some good ideas already but I'm Just wondering what other people have got going in their 7th gens right now. With mine I'm trying not to break $700 if anyone has any su...	Kaden	0	233	Apr 11, 2008 by Kaden
	Subwoofer/Amp problem (Preview) i have 2 12 alpine type r in a ported box and its powered by a 500/1 JL amp. When i turn the volume it plays good but then the sub cuts off and wen i lower down the volume it goes back to normal. anyone know whats wrong with it? is it my amp or is it my subs or maybe its a power shortage.thanks	Mable	0	321	Apr 11, 2008 by Mable
	adapters for the speaker wires (Preview) I believe the only thing you'll have to do is use adapters for the speaker wires or cut off the stock Honda plugs and use standard clips in place. Either way will work. As far as powering them, it shouldn't be a problem. The Infinity 6.5s say 2-60 watts RMS, 93.4 db sensitivity; the Infinity 6x9s say 2-100...	Twyla	0	292	Apr 11, 2008 by Twyla
	"Premium Audio System" (Preview) What I am concerned about is whether or not the Honda stock "Premium Audio System" (130 watts) will be enough to power the Infinity Reference Speakers. Will I have to increase/decrease/or stay same on the volume control? Replacing the rear deck (6x9) and door speakers (6.5), but keeping...	Norma	0	273	Apr 11, 2008 by Norma
	line-level convertor (Preview) I'll be putting either Boston Acoustic or Infinity in mine, but that's a bit off. I spent way more on the car then planned and have to pay off some other bills first and finish some home remodeling projects first. I did get a chance to hear the BA SX60 in an 05 Accord powered by a Clarion amp off a line-level c...	Kitty	0	295	Apr 11, 2008 by Kitty
	more powerful amplifier (Preview) Pretty much any Sony, Kenwood, Alpine, etc will have better speakers than stock. The premium system just means a more powerful amplifier, that's it. The rear speakers are just remove and replace, no modification needed. The front may need some modification.	Deanna	0	261	Apr 11, 2008 by Deanna
	After Market Speakers for 07 w/ NAV, XM, Cd (Preview) Another to the point thread. What speakers do you all recommend to replace the current factory speakers in a 2007 Sedan EX-L 6 cylinder 6 speed manual with NAV/XM/CD, looking to improve the sound quality over factory. The car supposively has the "Premium Audio System" but not sure what th...	Royston	0	228	Apr 11, 2008 by Royston
	car audio installer (Preview) Any recommendations on a reasonably priced installer in the Westchester or Long Island, NY areas? I'm not looking for anything too crazy, mostly just installing the speakers, amps, etc. Thanks for your help.	Carrie	0	226	Apr 11, 2008 by Carrie
	OEM speakers (Preview) To answer both your questions: I have no idea. I've never been a fan of OEM speakers, so I haven't even tried looking. You can always try googling to find out if anything comes up.	Mindy	0	289	Apr 11, 2008 by Mindy
	dash tweeters (Preview) what does every body do with the dash tweeters. going to be installing infiniti 5 1/4" in the front doors and infiniti 6x9 in the rear deck. i was just wondering if i should unhook them or just leave them plugged in. thanks in advance for your reply... jason	Davie	0	286	Apr 11, 2008 by Davie
	"in the compartment" (Preview) If I were you, I would tear into the center console and look for a loose or disconnected wire. That's the only thing I can think of. From my understanding, the front and "in the compartment" socket use the same fuse. I could be wrong, but I remember someone telling me that when I kept getting bl...	Leanna	0	224	Apr 11, 2008 by Leanna
	front accessory socket, how to locate blown fuse? (Preview) Please help with my Honda accord 2003 LX 4dr sedan. Front accessory socket stopped working, I guess the problem is a blown fuse. I read the instructions and looked into the fuse boxes, but there seems to be only one fuse for two sockets (15A) and it is Ok. Is there another fuse just for the cigarette light...	Kay	0	855	Apr 11, 2008 by Kay
	kinda in front of the glove box (Preview) From their websites, they only appear to mount in one location. Kuda's is a unit that somehow clips from the top right of the center console to the bottom of the same area, kinda in front of the glove box; at least the one I'm looking at does, anyway. The Pro-fit (again, the one I'm looking at) wedges in bet...	Ursella	0	278	Apr 11, 2008 by Ursella
	cd changer controls work (Preview) Hi I just installed the usaSpec ipod adapter in my 07 EX-L v6 and it workes perfectly. Steering wheel controls and cd changer controls work great with it. I found it had enough cable to run from where it is behind the glove box up through the consul into the storage compartment between the front seats whe...	Tyrrell	0	248	Apr 11, 2008 by Tyrrell
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