Aftermarket stereo/audio

[knexster]

Still waiting on dash kits available through audio dealers but does anyone know of getting a kit from the dealer? Please post pics of any aftermarket systems. I myself want to throw in a small sub like a 10 and an in dash navigation, pretty much a whole system overhaul eventually.

 

[sLivEr.skilled]

same question ..

maybe some active amplified subwoofer?

in germany you can buy this one: BASSPROII - JBL

costs about 130 euros (170 dollars)... other people say it would sound brilliant!



dash kits would be nice too. so i could buy a new dvd radio including more watt!

 

[Danny5]

There is this thread...

 

[knexster]

That thread is specifically about navigation this thread is about upgrading the whole audio system which is extremely helpful if someone is only interested in upgrading their sound and not so much having an in dash navigation. There are many things beyod navigation this needs a seperate thread.

 

[Danny5]

You did say you wanted in-dash navigation, and since this new head unit has an uprated amplifier and rca outs, it would serve as the hub for a completely upgraded system.

In either event, a search would provide you with the answers you crave.

http://www.sonicownersforum.com/forum/t419/
Thread on available harness for the stock stereo so you can add external amplfiiers

http://www.sonicownersforum.com/forum/t865/
Thread on someone who went completely aftermarket setup

 

[AndrewGS]

You can't really swap out the head unit unless you want to lose the ability to customize the BCM settings and OnStar.

 

[knexster]

You can't really swap out the head unit unless you want to lose the ability to customize the BCM settings and OnStar.

Will this still be the case when a wiring harness finally hits the market?

 

[BoG233]

Will this still be the case when a wiring harness finally hits the market?

It's not the wires that are the problem it's all the electronic info the the stock head unit handles . It is more of a information center than a stereo . I say if you are going to beef up the sound do it after the head unit . With stuff like amps equalizers and good speaker . The equalizer will give you the control of the sound and component you will need and still retain your info . This is all IMHO .

 

[Mr.Spahkol]

I also posted in the thread that Danny5 linked to, but like I said there, I work at Scosche, and will definitely let you all know when kits and harnesses go into production.

 

[uktom]

hi there, had the same problem : was quite pissed of with the poor radio !
had a Mosconi HLA-4 4-Kanal High-Low Adapter plus amplifier built in.
problem is, on channel 1 and 2 ( front speakers ) there are all the warning and indicator sounds which are very loud through the amplifier.so i only connected channel 2 and 3 with an y-chinch.this way i kept all the gadgets from the radio and with my new speakers i have a propper sound too.http://www.autohifi.org/shop/imagem...dio system mx 75 4.jpg&w=630&h=365&page=popup
http://www.mosconi.org/img/zubehoer/HLA_4.jpg

 

[Juliec513]

have u added an amp and speakers while keeping the stock deck? if so did that work out well or do u think it will work out better is everything is replaced?

 

[d.p]

I also posted in the thread that Danny5 linked to, but like I said there, I work at Scosche, and will definitely let you all know when kits and harnesses go into production.

Is the Scosche FJ up at where ever you work, I'm only wondering if my photography sticker is still on it.... I'm sponsored by NOS so we had the EFX FJ down here for a long time, I just haven't seen it in a while.

 

[Niterider]

I found a dash kit with all wires so you don't lose any of the on-star stuff or anything like that at a local car audio store but it's like $300

 

[Niterider]

Installer. Com has one but doesn't list a price

 

[sonic007]

If you do a search on this site there are a few threads that show how to install/where to find the new dash kit and harness for either din or double din. I myself made a thread showing picture for picture how to install a radio in a sonic. You can find the dash kits everywhere. Metra makes them. The part number is 99-3012g i think. Works really well and you dont lose any features you had before.

 

[TheFallenAngel12]

Upgrade Available at Dealerships

hey everyone, i just wanted to chime in and let you all know if you want to upgrade your stock sound system without messing with the stock headunit and loosing anything it does. just Buy this new setup that has been brought out for our sonic's through the dealerships. Its a Kicker 200w SoundStage System. It Upgrades everything in the car while using the stock headunit. Thus no loss of anything and WAY better sound quality and so forth. I have talked to a couple of people who have done this to theirs and they say this upgrade is well worth it. These small cars wont need a whole lot to get it to sound good.

It uses a Sound Processor Amplifier to enhance the Stock Speakers in your car and provide them each with a much better 50w each. It also includes a 10" Kicker Subwoofer that has an amplifier built into its box. So install is simple and clean. Everything hooks up to your factory Headunit and provides plenty enough sound for anyone to enjoy some nice tunes without waking up the entire neighborhood when listening to it.

Here is a link to the GM Accessory Page listing prices and more information about it. will also list a link to the page i found more information about it on too.

Audio landing page

KICKER Ships SoundGate Upgrade for Chevy Sonic | 12 Volt News

 

[steeledknight]

Crutchfield has a dash kit and antenna adapter now, but no wiring harness or steer wheel control adapter yet

 

[sonic007]

Crutchfield has a dash kit and antenna adapter now, but no wiring harness or steer wheel control adapter yet

Most kits come with the harness and the antenna adapter is 40-eu10.