need to replace a bose speaker
#1
11-07-2008, 09:35 AM
need to replace a bose speaker
my front right speaker on my 99 a4 is blown. its a bose speaker 4". where is the best place to buy a replacement? or would an aftermarket speaker work as well? which kind is best? ive heard you need some kind of converter to get it to line level or something so you dont fry the bose amp? can anyone help me out or point me in the right direction? thanks!
Last edited by dmw319; 11-07-2008 at 09:43 AM.
#4
11-19-2008, 05:58 PM
This may help. From old post semirelated
You shouldn't have to replace the amp just if the speakers blow, just the speakers themselves. I still have my original bose spaekers but wouldn't be able to get to them for a few months (cuz they are in storage til I buy a house)if you really wanted to just replace them with speakers that will blow again.
Like most things audi, it can get expensive. I had a couple bose blow and decided to just replace them all. There are kits to make bose speakers work with aftermarket stereo (which is what I did at first plus an amp and 12" sub)but don't know about making your stock unit work with aftermarket speakers--guess anything's possible. The problem is the impedence of the bose speakers is 1 ohm and most aftermarket speakers are 4 ohm and most aftermarket stereos won't do 1 ohm either. If you want to just replace the speakers, you can do so and just connect them to a new aftermarket amp (cuz bose has a separate small amp for each speaker usually)and then get the bose kit/wiring harness to make them work with the stock radio OR just replace everything like I did and not have to worry bout any kind of compatability issues if they should arise.
Whatever you decide to do, I went with Focal speakers. They are high end and sound AWESOME and can handle way more power than they say they are rated for without having to worry bout them blowing. There are several different series and price ranges. I wanted sound quality over loudness and ended up getting both. They are crystal clear with any music and though were a little pricey, were worth EVERY penny! I'll never buy anything else again!
A couple good alternatives to the Focals would be the Infinity Kappa series, which are definitely less expensive but were a little bright for me but good none the less, or some of the new JL Audio components. Best bet is to go to a car audio place and just listen for yourself and see what you like. BTW, i also got a double DIN Kenwood(which I've always had great luck with) head unit that plays dvds, etc and looks great in the factory spot.
I was a stereohead before an audi fan so feel free to msg me if y'all have any questions.
Like most things audi, it can get expensive. I had a couple bose blow and decided to just replace them all. There are kits to make bose speakers work with aftermarket stereo (which is what I did at first plus an amp and 12" sub)but don't know about making your stock unit work with aftermarket speakers--guess anything's possible. The problem is the impedence of the bose speakers is 1 ohm and most aftermarket speakers are 4 ohm and most aftermarket stereos won't do 1 ohm either. If you want to just replace the speakers, you can do so and just connect them to a new aftermarket amp (cuz bose has a separate small amp for each speaker usually)and then get the bose kit/wiring harness to make them work with the stock radio OR just replace everything like I did and not have to worry bout any kind of compatability issues if they should arise.
Whatever you decide to do, I went with Focal speakers. They are high end and sound AWESOME and can handle way more power than they say they are rated for without having to worry bout them blowing. There are several different series and price ranges. I wanted sound quality over loudness and ended up getting both. They are crystal clear with any music and though were a little pricey, were worth EVERY penny! I'll never buy anything else again!
A couple good alternatives to the Focals would be the Infinity Kappa series, which are definitely less expensive but were a little bright for me but good none the less, or some of the new JL Audio components. Best bet is to go to a car audio place and just listen for yourself and see what you like. BTW, i also got a double DIN Kenwood(which I've always had great luck with) head unit that plays dvds, etc and looks great in the factory spot.
I was a stereohead before an audi fan so feel free to msg me if y'all have any questions.
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