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Originally posted by nick.b View PostI think everything comes down to your budget.
Line converters go from a couple of quid to the extreme £500-600.
Do you want a line converter for 2 channels or 4. Do you want it to be powered (gives a stronger signal) or passive?
Could I simply just add an amp to the existing set up and upgrade the door speakers?C4 Grand Picasso 2015 Exclusive.
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Navi 600 to Aftermarket Unit
So what you are looking for is:
Navi 600 - line converter- amp - speakers
Rear speakers are only for fill, not required for a good sq set up.
From experience I would always buy an active (powered) line converter, it means giving the amp the required 2-4v for a strong signal.
A 4 channel converter will give you room to use 2 channels for up front and 2 for sub.
Unless you can get your hands on some old school US made gear or US high end stuff that import only then the uk stuff will be more than suffice.
The rest depends on your budget. I have learned the hard way with car audio don't buy cheap, and please don't buy the wrong/undersized power and ground cables.
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Line out converters examples
Audison sli2 (over priced in my opinion but well made) has auto sense for remote turn on of amps but only 2 channels.
To ease the installation, therobust and compact aluminium shielding chassis with connection diagram on the bottom, features connections on one side only, facilitating positioning even in the rear dashboard.
Audio control also has auto sense but has 2 channels plus sub so 4
Passive converters
Stinger (no auto sense but a lot cheaper)
It all comes down to how much you want to spend. There are plenty of examples of people spending 20k on systems some ever higher. A modest good sounding system can be done very well on a budget.
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Originally posted by nick.b View PostLine out converters examples
Audison sli2 (over priced in my opinion but well made) has auto sense for remote turn on of amps but only 2 channels.
To ease the installation, therobust and compact aluminium shielding chassis with connection diagram on the bottom, features connections on one side only, facilitating positioning even in the rear dashboard.
Audio control also has auto sense but has 2 channels plus sub so 4
Passive converters
Stinger (no auto sense but a lot cheaper)
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Stinger SGN111 Car Speaker Wire to 2 Channel RCA 30w Fixed Line Output Converter at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products.
It all comes down to how much you want to spend. There are plenty of examples of people spending 20k on systems some ever higher. A modest good sounding system can be done very well on a budget.C4 Grand Picasso 2015 Exclusive.
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Navi 600 to Aftermarket Unit
No prob, I learnt the hard way spending lots on rubbish only to rip it out and spend less on good quality stuff .
Amplifiers need a "remote turn on" signal so they are not on constantly and only when the music or ignition is on.
Auto sense creates this turn on signal when it detects a signal like indicators, parking sensors or music. Would save you a little time during the install.
They were the first eBay links as examples wouldn't necessarily buy from them btw, best to shop around.
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Is this any good for the money? https://www.amazon.com/AudioControl-...gnal+processorC4 Grand Picasso 2015 Exclusive.
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Audio control is well regarded, and the equipment is built well. Doesn't have the auto sense and requires its own remote but a good bit of equipment. Friend of mine ran the LC2i and he said he couldn't fault it.
Btw you know that's from America? Shipping and import tax would double the price easily.
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Originally posted by nick.b View PostAudio control is well regarded, and the equipment is built well. Doesn't have the auto sense and requires its own remote but a good bit of equipment. Friend of mine ran the LC2i and he said he couldn't fault it.
Btw you know that's from America? Shipping and import tax would double the price easily.C4 Grand Picasso 2015 Exclusive.
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Either of them would be a good option. Lc2i if your only going to fit front speakers and sub and want an easier time wiring. It's what my money would be on.
Or the lc6 if you want to do front, rear and sub. Will be more hassle to wire.
That's good of your friend, the uk prices for audio control is more than double.
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