Shopping list to add subwoofer/amp to base car

[Mustangfreek]

It might be a beaten topic. But I’m new to the s550’s and need some help.

After a rough week and trip to the ER for a kidney stone..Ouch.
So I’m treating myself, I have a base 2015 Gt with 4” screen (at the moment, going back and forth about sync 3 conversion)

I already replaced/added Infinity door and rear deck speakers, made some difference

So want to add a 10” sub and amp for it.
What do I need here? I’ve heard line converter?
not familiar as I come from the foxbody world and was never needed

Help me spend some money and give me some pointers please.
Parts lost, suggestions, I’m open. Don’t want earth shattering base but good overall sound and bass/punch

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[Cathul]

You need a T-harness like CARAV 12-240 or similar. There are several companies who sell T-harnesses like that.
This way integrating into the system is plug'n'play.
Do you want to add another amp for your stock speakers as well?

 

[wcharon]

Watching also the recommendations but for the 9 Speaker System.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Chef jpd]

What you will need minus the sub enclosure.
You can tap the signal off your rear deck speakers.

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[Cathul]

What you will need minus the sub enclosure.
You can tap the signal off your rear deck speakers.

The rear deck speakers have a highpass. Better to use a T-harness and make it right.

 

[Mustangfreek]

@Cathul like this? https://www.amazon.com/CARAV-12-240-Adapter-T-Cable-T-Harness/dp/B01DNN9QF0

The amp wires plug into there somewhere?
plug and play , supposedly? 2015/base car

 

[Cathul]

You have to solder in some RCAs into the signal lines.

 

[Mustangfreek]

Ok
so not plug and play persay

What about using one of those signal dealios that changes high pass reading to low for amp?

Not sure exactly what there called, just read thru searching, people talking about the,

 

[IPOGT]

Stay hydrated my friend. Kidney stones suck...

 

[StangTime]

Ok
so not plug and play persay

What about using one of those signal dealios that changes high pass reading to low for amp?

Not sure exactly what there called, just read thru searching, people talking about the,

For a sub only upgrade, just buy an amp with high-level inputs and signal detection for automatic power on. Tap your signals off the rear speakers wires. Use Forscan to remove the bass roll off.

 

[Mustangfreek]

Any suggestions?

I’ll admit after looking, I’m realizing I’m out of touch with today’s speaker,amp setups.

Not looking to break the bank, overall some extra bass , thinking 1 10”

 

[Cathul]

What’s your budget?

 

[StangTime]

Any suggestions?

I’ll admit after looking, I’m realizing I’m out of touch with today’s speaker,amp setups.

Not looking to break the bank, overall some extra bass , thinking 1 10”

This amp: Alpine S-60M
These to run signals to the rear speaker wires: RCA to wire adapters

This sub box: Zenclosures single box with amp rack
Or this sub box: Audio Designs Box
With this sub: JL 10W3v3-2

Or the more expensive combo: JL Audio Mustang Stealthbox

I have this JL HO110RG-W3v3 in my car mounted behind the rear seats and it's sounds very good. Cheaper than a Stealthbox but just as good. Takes up more trunk space though and you'll need to secure it with straps or other means.

 

[Mustangfreek]

@StangTime
hell ya.. killer reply and I’ll check those out.. I’m sure I might have a few more questions..lol
but this base stereo needs some bass Baddd

Edit, so after looking, do I just splice one of or both rear speaker wires and then to those adapters?

never ran it like this, learn me

What’s your budget?

Not to concerned with cost at the moment. Just a quality setup is what I’m after

 

[Cathul]

Well, there are some good preloaded powered 10 inch woofers out there.
Eton RES10A, Ground Zero GZCS10 Sub active, JL has powered woofers.
The Eron and Ground Zero should fit in the spare tire wheel housing so no trunk space lost. Tons of options….

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