Replacement of Audio System

[vincentong]

Hi,

I've just got my new Mazda 6 2008. Mine comes with the basic audio system with 6 CD Changer. (Non-BOSE)

Anyone knows what is the original audio system? Brand/Model?

I'm thinking of the possibilities to add in a sub-woofer and amplifier. Hmm, if possible, maybe replace the whole basic system with the BOSE system which is only available for higher end models. (Doing it this way is a lot cheaper) ;-)

[tomerbenezer]

QUOTE (vincentong @ Jul 19 2008, 04:02 AM)

Hi,

I've just got my new Mazda 6 2008. Mine comes with the basic audio system with 6 CD Changer. (Non-BOSE)

Anyone knows what is the original audio system? Brand/Model?

I'm thinking of the possibilities to add in a sub-woofer and amplifier. Hmm, if possible, maybe replace the whole basic system with the BOSE system which is only available for higher end models. (Doing it this way is a lot cheaper) ;-)[/b]

my new mazda6 2008 is BOSE system with only 1cd player

but i buy the DOUBLE DIN kit and now i have DVD JVC KW-800 5.1 !!!

[vincentong]

I'm wondering what are the options in enhancing the basic audio system.. Any suggestions?

I'm normally a big fan of Alpine and Rockford Fosqate.. Would also be nice if I can add/replace with the BOSE system..

Anyone know the possibilities? and options?

[cherryspeed]

QUOTE (vincentong @ Jul 19 2008, 11:18 AM)

I'm wondering what are the options in enhancing the basic audio system.. Any suggestions?

I'm normally a big fan of Alpine and Rockford Fosqate.. Would also be nice if I can add/replace with the BOSE system..

Anyone know the possibilities? and options?[/b]

Here's what I did:

My stereo install post

[vincentong]

QUOTE (cherryspeed @ Jul 20 2008, 02:26 AM)

Here's what I did:

My stereo install post[/b]

Hi cherryspeed,

What you've done is really impressive. Thanks for the great link. From some of the links in your post, I saw some comments that the original BOSE System is not great afterall. I'm wondering if it's the same with the Generation 2 Mazda 6? Hmm, I'm seriously thinking to convert my basic system to it. Well, if not the complete system, maybe only the Sub-Woofer.. I like the idea of the subwoofer mounted in the spare tyre space.. cool isn't it?

Anyone has comments or experience on the G2 MAzda6?

[DennisW]

QUOTE (cherryspeed @ Jul 19 2008, 01:26 PM)

Here's what I did:

My stereo install post[/b]

hey, by the way..interesting battery you have in the how-to post. Is it a sealed case or just screw-in caps?