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<blockquote data-quote="Mountainkiter" data-source="post: 1255368" data-attributes="member: 26842"><p><strong>Upgrade stuff.</strong></p><p></p><p>I have mostly completed my upgrades, and i have done them in steps so have had a chance to compare along the way. I have 2018 with B and O system which is pretty good, just wanted more punch. I have done quite a bit but My recommendations at this time would be either to wait for a good PAC system that is availalbe that makes adding amps easy, maybe less expensive for high quality upgrades, or doing something like is mentioned in this thread. </p><p></p><p>My recomendation is to leave the center channel alone. I tried a polk audio 3.5 and it is just too loud and bright up front. I upgraded to latest sync version and was able to listen to just the center speaker, during replacement of all the door speakers. It doesnt break up really even at full volume, sounds fine , and i directly compared to the other 3.5's and it is very comparable. and i think louder center speakers add too much up front. Also the B and O system is tuned for the current speakers. I believe there is crossover built into front and rear speakers and center speakers. I dont think there is a tweeter signal sent to the front door 6x9 as it is sent to the pillars. The current center channel is 8 ohm and doesnt have a tweeter, so adding tweeter there just required me to turn down my treble to be comfortable. I think the rear door speakers have High pass X over built in. So the problem with upgrades is you dont get to use all that you pay extra for i think. </p><p></p><p>The B and O sub box is ported, and i think it may have slightly different dimensions than the Sony one. After reading the thread I wanted a little more power for the sub so ordered this kenwood 500w amp . Problem is it is a little big to keep behind the rear seats so the smaller recommendation in this thread would certainly be easier. I mounted it in the cubby under the seat. Im running it with a kicker 8" dvc speaker at total 4 ohm 300w rms that fits easily into the current enclosure without any modifications. added polyfill and i sealed the port with the dynamat. It is definetely better than previous, but I am still looking for a bit more punch and will keep you updated on options. </p><p></p><p>I think that upgrading the front 6x9 is worth it but you wont get as much bass as capable since the signal is crossed over. The rear speakers in the stock B and O system arent that bad so if trying to save money i would upgrade them last. </p><p></p><p>I would look at the Pioneers listed in this thread, or polk audio or GTO which all also have High sensitivity so will be " louder" if that is needed. </p><p></p><p>Some of the things i have used if questions. Will try and post more thoughts/ experience when i have time. </p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZNFT9P/?tag=fordraptorforum-20" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZNFT9P/?tag=fordraptorforum-20</a></p><p></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BLVEXH2/?tag=fordraptorforum-20" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BLVEXH2/?tag=fordraptorforum-20</a></p><p></p><p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LIAHSM4/?tag=fordraptorforum-20" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LIAHSM4/?tag=fordraptorforum-20</a></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Mountainkiter, post: 1255368, member: 26842"] [b]Upgrade stuff.[/b] I have mostly completed my upgrades, and i have done them in steps so have had a chance to compare along the way. I have 2018 with B and O system which is pretty good, just wanted more punch. I have done quite a bit but My recommendations at this time would be either to wait for a good PAC system that is availalbe that makes adding amps easy, maybe less expensive for high quality upgrades, or doing something like is mentioned in this thread. My recomendation is to leave the center channel alone. I tried a polk audio 3.5 and it is just too loud and bright up front. I upgraded to latest sync version and was able to listen to just the center speaker, during replacement of all the door speakers. It doesnt break up really even at full volume, sounds fine , and i directly compared to the other 3.5's and it is very comparable. and i think louder center speakers add too much up front. Also the B and O system is tuned for the current speakers. I believe there is crossover built into front and rear speakers and center speakers. I dont think there is a tweeter signal sent to the front door 6x9 as it is sent to the pillars. The current center channel is 8 ohm and doesnt have a tweeter, so adding tweeter there just required me to turn down my treble to be comfortable. I think the rear door speakers have High pass X over built in. So the problem with upgrades is you dont get to use all that you pay extra for i think. The B and O sub box is ported, and i think it may have slightly different dimensions than the Sony one. After reading the thread I wanted a little more power for the sub so ordered this kenwood 500w amp . Problem is it is a little big to keep behind the rear seats so the smaller recommendation in this thread would certainly be easier. I mounted it in the cubby under the seat. Im running it with a kicker 8" dvc speaker at total 4 ohm 300w rms that fits easily into the current enclosure without any modifications. added polyfill and i sealed the port with the dynamat. It is definetely better than previous, but I am still looking for a bit more punch and will keep you updated on options. I think that upgrading the front 6x9 is worth it but you wont get as much bass as capable since the signal is crossed over. The rear speakers in the stock B and O system arent that bad so if trying to save money i would upgrade them last. I would look at the Pioneers listed in this thread, or polk audio or GTO which all also have High sensitivity so will be " louder" if that is needed. Some of the things i have used if questions. Will try and post more thoughts/ experience when i have time. [URL]https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZNFT9P/?tag=fordraptorforum-20[/URL] [URL]https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BLVEXH2/?tag=fordraptorforum-20[/URL] [URL]https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LIAHSM4/?tag=fordraptorforum-20[/URL] [/QUOTE]
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