Can you hook up an amp and subs to a stock stereo?

Can you hook up an amp and subs to a stock stereo?

Not that big a difference. So now you know – it’s definitely possible to install a subwoofer and amplifier to your factory system, and still have it sounding good. If you’d like to know more about how to get a killer system set-up in your car without swapping your stereo, give us a call at 510-527-9888.

Can I install a subwoofer with a stock radio?

Adding a subwoofer to your factory stereo is a great way to improve your sound without giving up your familiar factory controls. In this video, you can follow along as one of our experts installs an amplifier and subwoofer in a car with a factory stereo.

Do you have to bypass factory amp?

Bypassing the factory amp takes a little more work because you have to run the bypass harness to the factory amp, which is often located in some other part of the car. It’s usually worth the extra effort because you’ll get better sound from your new stereo, even if you’re keeping those factory speakers.

How do you hook up a 4 channel amp to a stock radio?

There are 3 basic ways to get a signal to your 4 channel amplifier:

1. Connect speaker outputs to your amp’s speaker level inputs.
2. Connect a line-level adapter to the radio then use RCA cables to the amp.
3. Connect your radio to the amp using RCA cables directly.

How do you hook up a subwoofer without an amp?

Connecting A Subwoofer To A Car Stereo Without Amp

1. Disconnect the Car Battery or Electric System.
2. Shut Off the Infotainment Components.
3. Remove the Fuse.
4. Detach the Stereo from the Dashboard.
5. Attaching an Adapter with the Stereo Wires.
6. Placing the Subwoofer.
7. Check the Connection.
8. LFE Subwoofer Output to Connect the Subwoofer.

Can a subwoofer work without an amp?

Can I Connect a Subwoofer Without an Amp will the sub work? You can install and hook up a subwoofer without connecting an external amplifier to power it up. This can be done by disconnecting the rear speakers and using the channel outputs to be bridged for one large power output to one none powered subwoofer.

Will 1000 watt amp drain battery?

A 1000 watt Amp won’t drain your battery, but a Capacitor is highly recommended.

Can you connect subwoofer to speaker output?

You can connect a subwoofer to the high (speaker) level connections with speaker wires or a speaker connector. Check the specifications on your subwoofer beforehand. Using high (speaker) level connections will use the same audio signal for other speakers allowing for more precisely-timed bass.

Why does my subwoofer have speaker outputs?

Like the above poster mentioned, the speaker outputs are just pass throughs that provide a signal for the powered subwoofer that are used if there is not a line out on your source to connect to the line in on your subwoofer.

Can you split subwoofer output?

A line level sub output can be split to drive two powered subs, assuming you’re using their line level input.

Why do receivers have 2 subwoofer outputs?

When a receiver has dual subwoofer outputs the two are typically duplicates of each other with a common internal connection. When a receiver has dual subwoofer outputs the two are typically duplicates of each other with a common internal connection. You are therefore free to choose whichever is most convenient.

Can you split LFE input?

There is no lose in signal quality when splitting the LFE/subwoofer output of a modern AVR. You can get splitters for 99 cents.

What is the best placement for a subwoofer?

Try to keep the sub within 4 or 5 feet of the left or right front speakers. Which leads to my next bit of advice, don’t put the subwoofer in a corner. Granted, there are significant advantages to corner placement, mainly that in a corner the sub will produce more bass, with lower distortion.

Where should a subwoofer be placed on stage?

It’s pretty common for most bands to place their subwoofers on either side of the stage, and that always seems to create heavy bass in the center. Whenever possible I prefer to line the subs up across the front of the stage, and when the stage is high enough, stack them 2 high across the front.

Does it matter where you place a subwoofer?

Placing a subwoofer in the corner of a room can increase its output, making it sound louder. The great thing about a subwoofer (especially a wireless subwoofer) is it can be situated almost anywhere on your floor space. There is no formula for locating the best spot. And, it’s truly your personal preference.

Can you put a subwoofer behind a couch?

While subwoofers are often placed in the front left corner of the room, putting a subwoofer behind the couch (as long as it remains 25-35cm from the wall) can be optimal and help with localization. To test the best location for a subwoofer in your space, use an SPL to measure frequency response.

How far from the wall should a subwoofer be?

In fact, high-quality subs tend to sound their best when pulled at least 8 to 12 inches from any wall. Subwoofers also work better in the front half of your listening space, placed closer to your front-channel loudspeakers to lessen timing delays and phase cancellation.

Can I put subwoofer behind TV?

Putting the sub behind the tv is fine. That location may, or may not sound good, but not because there is a tv in front of it.