My sound system is nearly complete

peppernick · 08-06-2007, 04:46 PM

Some of you may not like such things, but for those who does, here is the final frame work. It has been a challenge over 6 months, to learn about how the acoustics work in the E92 (which is very different to my previous E46). A few trials and errors, but I'm happy we've cracked it.

The boot install is 99% complete, we just have to spray paint the amp racks in black. Then to get my Ipod kit and an external voice guidance speaker set up (as I'm using the Alpine PXA-H701 sound processor, voice guidance doesn't come from the main speakers).

Big thanks to Andy of Ice Cold Audio for all his hardwork and attention to detail. The system sounds absolutely fantastic (as those who heard it in person yesterday at Gaydon would testify). The E92 is a difficult car to crack acoustically, but Andy has done it. And given how fussy I am with my in-car Hi-Fidelity, I rate his work 100%.

Check out my boot install. My criteria is a neat install but with enough space left to put my golf bag, and I want to use the factory allocated storage compartments. Other than the headunit, the rest of the interior remains OEM.

Serjames · 08-06-2007, 04:57 PM

is that the built in porta hole thing they come with ?

Sorry, dumb ass question, but not got mine yet, if so what a great use of "hole" so to speak.

SJ

booforty · 08-06-2007, 05:01 PM

Wow, what a setup! I bet it sounds amazing

Didn't realise you played golf? We must have a round sometime... (when it stops raining)!

peppernick · 08-06-2007, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Serjames

is that the built in porta hole thing they come with ?

Sorry, dumb ass question, but not got mine yet, if so what a great use of "hole" so to speak.

SJ

It's a ski-hatch (but I don't ski .... lol). I specced the car with this sound system in mind. It's brilliant as it allows the sub to fire directly into the cabin, minimising the need to sound deaden the boot and there is hardly any rattle.

Turbo Power · 08-07-2007, 10:04 AM

That's looks superb nick, absolute quality

dxb335d · 08-07-2007, 10:13 AM

Nick its looks superb, not OTT but pure class

i would love a decent system again, but it wont happen for a while!!

im a bit confused about the ski hatch? can you point it out in the pics witha big arrow please buddy?

and another question how much was the whole install, parts and the installation!!

MAN I WANT YOUR CAR:rocks:

Carlos

Bimmer4Life · 08-07-2007, 10:20 AM

That is the most impressive installation I have seen yet.
Could you post or PM me on the details of the system: including the speaker box (custom built or factory); the wattage on the amplifier; and are you using the BMW OEM interior speakers?

sheps · 08-07-2007, 11:11 AM

Check out this thread:

http://forum.evotechnik.net/showthread.php?t=13558

It is a fascinating (and detailed) read, and will give you a small incling as to how much work and ingenuity has gone into this installation.

It is inspirational stuff to anyone that loves their in-car hi-fi and has reignited my desire to get something special (albeit not to this standard) in my E92 when it gets here at the end of the month.

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peppernick First Lieutenant 50 Rep 354 Posts Drives: M4 vert Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Asia iTrader: (0)	My sound system is nearly complete Some of you may not like such things, but for those who does, here is the final frame work. It has been a challenge over 6 months, to learn about how the acoustics work in the E92 (which is very different to my previous E46). A few trials and errors, but I'm happy we've cracked it. The boot install is 99% complete, we just have to spray paint the amp racks in black. Then to get my Ipod kit and an external voice guidance speaker set up (as I'm using the Alpine PXA-H701 sound processor, voice guidance doesn't come from the main speakers). Big thanks to Andy of Ice Cold Audio for all his hardwork and attention to detail. The system sounds absolutely fantastic (as those who heard it in person yesterday at Gaydon would testify). The E92 is a difficult car to crack acoustically, but Andy has done it. And given how fussy I am with my in-car Hi-Fidelity, I rate his work 100%. Check out my boot install. My criteria is a neat install but with enough space left to put my golf bag, and I want to use the factory allocated storage compartments. Other than the headunit, the rest of the interior remains OEM. __________________
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sheps Colonel 73 Rep 2,396 Posts Drives: C63 AMG Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cambs, UK iTrader: (2)	Check out this thread: http://forum.evotechnik.net/showthread.php?t=13558 It is a fascinating (and detailed) read, and will give you a small incling as to how much work and ingenuity has gone into this installation. It is inspirational stuff to anyone that loves their in-car hi-fi and has reignited my desire to get something special (albeit not to this standard) in my E92 when it gets here at the end of the month. __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 325i M Sport (E92), Black Sapphire, Coral Red Dakota, 19" 225's, Seat Heating, 6FL and de-badge Replaced by 6.2 litres of AMG powered C class.
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