VE Stereo System Upgrade... Probably been asked

[jbray1984]

This question has more than likely been asked but I'm not sure exactly what to search for, so thought this would be easier...

How do you go about setting up a sub / amp system in the VE SV6 using the standard head deck?

I've heard you need to get some RCA conversion? I just can't think of the name of it... How much would this cost and could someone like Autobarn take care of all this?

Also saw a special in JB-Hifi today for $298 for a "1200 Watt Sub and Amp Pack". 820Watt Bridged Amp, Variable LPF, 1200w Sub, Box to suit. (99303/95500)
This any good for the price? I don't want massive "doof-doof, annoy your neighbours". I just want good quality in the car, I rarely have my windows down.
Also, what kind of price do you think I'd be looking at for someone like Autobarn etc to fit it all for me, as I don't have the balls to pull my VE apart.

[HUX 90]

There are a few ways

LOC (line output converter)
Amp with speaker level inputs - second best option.
Signal/Sound Processor - The most expensive way but all amps connect to it and it cleans up any distortion or messy signals from the stock headunit.

If your upgrading speakers amps subs etc it would be a good idea to dynamat your doors and boot to reduce rattle and give you a better sounding signal.

[jbray1984]

Thanks Hux.
The LOC, how much do they normally go for? And as mentioned, can a Audio Shop supply this?
I would be upgrading the speakers also, so as for the Dynamat do Audio Shops carry this also and how much would it cost?

[HUX 90]

It depends with an LOC. They range between $10 - to $700 from what I've seen. Audiocontrol make good LOC's from what I've heard Welcome. Most audio shops carry dynamat or some sort of deadener/damper, not sure on price so you'll have to ring around.

I've had this installer send me some audio gear from QLD so you could give him a call and see what he recomends. Alex Minassian Car Audio, Leading Brisbane Specialist

[wrx884]

u could also contact Greg (pheddy) from ASR (a sponsor on this forum) that can do a mod 2 the unit so u can hook up some amps ect.... via the original head unit. a few guys that have already had it done may reply 2 this and let u know how it all works/costs ect....

[jbray1984]

Awesome
Would love to hear how it went and how much it cost to get done.
And what it enabled them to do

[wrx884]

here this is the latest guy 2 get it done

VE Series 2 RCA Conversion

[HUX 90]

Ah yes I forgot the ASR's mods would be a great upgrade, you wont be dissapointed with his work.

[Woollie]

here this is the latest guy 2 get it done

VE Series 2 RCA Conversion

Well worth the effort

[jbray1984]

That's awesome as... That's certainly the way to go. Seems a good price too