04-01-2023, 11:09 AM | #1 |
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6x9 woofer replacement?
Has anyone found a good plug-in replacement for the 6x9 woofer in the HK system? I’ve always found the HK low-end a bit underwhelming. While I don’t need it to thump like a separate amplified subwoofer which would also take up more precious space, I’d like just a little more low frequency sound.
For reference, I searched the forum, but was unable to find any specific 6x9 recommendations. Thanks!
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My 2cents/// if you change the 6x9 it will not make it difference since you have to change the amp to make it sound better.
This is what I came across my search and what I did: Check out my thread : https://bmwi.bimmerpost.com/forums/s....php?t=1903524 Hope that helps
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I realize that without more power, I will not get a true hi fidelity result. However, a more efficient speaker with the right impedance will also sound better than the HK 6x9 solution. The “HK” system in our i8’s s the same setup as the i3 and other low end BMW’s with HK—it’s barely better than the factory “HiFi” system. Unlike the “HK surround”, B&W and other better systems in the 5’ s and 7’s, the base HK is really not all that great. The only real solution is to add an amp AND a real subwoofer like you did, but I don’t want to lose the space that would take up, nor do I want to tap into the factory wiring to get signal. Just looking for some sort of middle ground that is plug and play (similar to the BavSound Ghost subwoofer for the 3-series cars).
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Found this old thread which has some useful info, too. It’s not as simple as just dropping in a new 6x9 which is only a 2-ohm driver, but there are options.
https://bmwi.bimmerpost.com/forums/s...1304784&page=3
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This will be my next step more bump
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Your best bet is to go with Eton BMW play n play speakers only or Bavsound but both don't offer amp
Ps: we don't have ghost sub in our cars. Quote:
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Trying to decide between 4-channel with two bridged for the rear subwoofer (and sacrificing the front center and rear speakers) OR an 8-channel using 2 for front, one for center, 2 for rear, 2 bridged for woofer and one unused.
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After looking into amp replacement options from BavSound, Integral Audio and Bimmer-Tech, it was much more involved with no guarantee of a significant improvement (or even that their kit from the equivalent Mini will work—they “think it should work” but none would guarantee it). Oh, and none of them had a good replacement option for the 6x9 anyway. I was unable to find a source for the Audison equipment here in he US. Their US distributor did not return my call.
Nothing installed yet, but I’ve decided to go with a small powered sub like the Alpine unit on the floor behind the drivers seat. I’ll start with that and see how I like it first. If I can still hear the crappy 6x9 I’ll just disconnect it and run with the powered sub. I’ll probably tap the signal from there anyway. If I’m still not happy, then I’ll try replacing the “HK” speakers. I think at the end of the day, that’s about as good as it’s going to get for i8 audio without spending thousands on a custom high end installation.
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