Upgraded my F15 audio amp to Bimmer-Tech

Capricorn · 02-08-2017, 08:31 AM

After upgrading my F15 speakers to a BAVSOUND stage1 and 2 my sound improve a lot but still lack what I was looking for so found an audio amp upgraded that installation and tuning was done by local specialist here in Orlando FL. After the install and tuning my X5 with BAVSOUND speaker system got transform to an amazing sound; I relay love the solid bass and crispy sound. Thanks Nelson Louis who is the Bimmer-Tech sales rep for setting this install for me. If you are in central Florida and want to upgrade your BMW audio amp to Bimmer-Tech or other just email Nelson at nelson@bimmer-tech.net.

Kakalika · 02-08-2017, 09:38 AM

Good for you. How and where was the amp mounted? Can you share some pictures?

turboawd · 02-08-2017, 12:09 PM

First post and advertising? Spam

Mexecutioner · 02-08-2017, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by turboawd

First post and advertising? Spam

+1

Nelson@BimmerTech · 02-08-2017, 06:50 PM

He's not on the forums and asked me where he could post a review of our Amp. This is also to inform guys that already purchased this set up that we now have a tune for it.

Pics that i took during installation

Almaretto · 02-08-2017, 10:03 PM

It does not read as spam to me. It just sounds like a happy customer sharing experience.

turboawd · 02-08-2017, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Almaretto

It does not read as spam to me. It just sounds like a happy customer sharing experience.

but it does happen on forums, where someone just registers to plug their site or product.
but props to bimmertech for offering the products they do.

Almaretto · 02-08-2017, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by turboawd

but it does happen on forums, where someone just registers to plug their site or product.
but props to bimmertech for offering the products they do.

I agree. It happens all the time in coding forums when someone is looking for a little assistance and gets posts offering paid solution.

JonM · 02-09-2017, 07:17 AM

Is this amp an upgrade from the base (US-spec) amp or from the Harmon Kardon HK amp?

Terp335 · 02-09-2017, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Capricorn

After upgrading my F15 speakers to a BAVSOUND stage1 and 2 my sound improve a lot but still lack what I was looking for so found an audio amp upgraded that installation and tuning was done by local specialist here in Orlando FL. After the install and tuning my X5 with BAVSOUND speaker system got transform to an amazing sound; I relay love the solid bass and crispy sound. Thanks Nelson Louis who is the Bimmer-Tech sales rep for setting this install for me. If you are in central Florida and want to upgrade your BMW audio amp to Bimmer-Tech or other just email Nelson at nelson@bimmer-tech.net.

Thanks for posting. Did you start with HK speakers or base? Would be helpful to know.

artem123 · 02-09-2017, 09:00 AM

Hello) Would you mind telling how much was the whole set up? I am curious since i do want to improve sound as well.

r33_RGSport · 02-09-2017, 09:22 AM

Hmm, fishy fishy. Hahaha.
Only 1 post, and after posting, he is gone and they shows up.

mpack79 · 02-09-2017, 11:17 AM

I also did the Bavsound speakers with the Bimmertech Amp in my F15. It sounds amazing. Nelson sent me the tune for it on Sunday and it made a big dofference. Nelso has always went above and beyond.

r33_RGSport · 02-09-2017, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by artem123

Hello) Would you mind telling how much was the whole set up? I am curious since i do want to improve sound as well.

What sound system do you have?
I have a set of BavSound speaker in stock for F15.

Patrys@BimmerTech · 02-09-2017, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

Hmm, fishy fishy. Hahaha.
Only 1 post, and after posting, he is gone and they shows up.

You call it fishy and you jump in with your own sales offer. Good luck salesman!

Patrys@BimmerTech · 02-09-2017, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpack79

I also did the Bavsound speakers with the Bimmertech Amp in my F15. It sounds amazing. Nelson sent me the tune for it on Sunday and it made a big dofference. Nelso has always went above and beyond.

Thank you mpack79.
Luckily you had more posts than the OP or some people would call you a BimmerTech spy

Mexecutioner · 02-09-2017, 01:34 PM

The amp is certainly a great product and installation is a breeze. I did my own tune but would be interested in loading Nelson's as he is far more experienced than I am in this arena.

Nelson@BimmerTech · 02-09-2017, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JonM

Is this amp an upgrade from the base (US-spec) amp or from the Harmon Kardon HK amp?

Base (US-spec)

Nelson@BimmerTech · 02-09-2017, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mexecutioner

The amp is certainly a great product and installation is a breeze. I did my own tune but would be interested in loading Nelson's as he is far more experienced than I am in this arena.

PM sent.

VP500 · 02-10-2017, 08:32 AM

Does this amp have any affect to the Ghost woofer? I currently have the HK system but I want a bit more power to those woofers without a standalone box/amp.

I've seen many replies from the BavSound stages being installed on base audio setups; anyone have any experience with upgrading from a HK?

gdcpsu94 · 02-11-2020, 11:40 AM

Hi everyone. I'm new to posting to the forum, but have read countless posts over the years regarding stereo upgrades for all of my BMW's. I recently acquired a 2017 X5 with the Base Stereo (9 speakers + factory amp). I have already installed the "Revanent" amp from Bavsound along with 2-ohm SWS Earthquake subs under the seats, leaving the door and center speakers untouched. While an improvement over the factory amp and subs, it seems to be only a 10-15% improvement in volume, thump, clarity and imaging over factory. I have a 2012 328xi Coupe with the Bavsound Stage 1, Earthquake subs under the seats, with the HK amp (car had the HK set up from the factory originally) and it sounds fantastic. But before I add the Stage 1 from Bavsound into the X5, I'm wondering if there isn't a better option for less money, since the Revanent amp was $850 and the Stage 1 $600. I've read on this forum that there might be a PNP connector to add any amp to the factory wiring? If so, I'd be very grateful for some recommendations. I've also read that people have used Focal and DLS speakers for the doors and center location. Curious to know if they sound better than Bavsound. I had DLS in a previous 328i convertible and they sounded phenomenal. I'm aware that sound quality is subjective, but I think we can all agree that this base factory setup is average at best. Thank you in advance!

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Capricorn Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW X5 Sdrive35i Msport Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: ORLANDO, FL iTrader: (0)	Upgraded my F15 audio amp to Bimmer-Tech After upgrading my F15 speakers to a BAVSOUND stage1 and 2 my sound improve a lot but still lack what I was looking for so found an audio amp upgraded that installation and tuning was done by local specialist here in Orlando FL. After the install and tuning my X5 with BAVSOUND speaker system got transform to an amazing sound; I relay love the solid bass and crispy sound. Thanks Nelson Louis who is the Bimmer-Tech sales rep for setting this install for me. If you are in central Florida and want to upgrade your BMW audio amp to Bimmer-Tech or other just email Nelson at nelson@bimmer-tech.net.
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Nelson@BimmerTech Banned 271 Rep 832 Posts Drives: 2014 M6 GC Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Orlando, FL iTrader: (0)	He's not on the forums and asked me where he could post a review of our Amp. This is also to inform guys that already purchased this set up that we now have a tune for it. Pics that i took during installation
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mpack79 Enlisted Member 2 Rep 36 Posts Drives: 2014 X5 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: TN iTrader: (0)	I also did the Bavsound speakers with the Bimmertech Amp in my F15. It sounds amazing. Nelson sent me the tune for it on Sunday and it made a big dofference. Nelso has always went above and beyond.
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Mexecutioner Second Lieutenant 101 Rep 254 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 xDrive35i Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	The amp is certainly a great product and installation is a breeze. I did my own tune but would be interested in loading Nelson's as he is far more experienced than I am in this arena.
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VP500 Enlisted Member 23 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 35d Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Kansas City iTrader: (0)	Does this amp have any affect to the Ghost woofer? I currently have the HK system but I want a bit more power to those woofers without a standalone box/amp. I've seen many replies from the BavSound stages being installed on base audio setups; anyone have any experience with upgrading from a HK?
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gdcpsu94 New Member 0 Rep 11 Posts Drives: 2010 328i Convertible Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: California iTrader: (0)	Better amps out there than Revanent/BimmerTech for F15 with Base Stereo? Hi everyone. I'm new to posting to the forum, but have read countless posts over the years regarding stereo upgrades for all of my BMW's. I recently acquired a 2017 X5 with the Base Stereo (9 speakers + factory amp). I have already installed the "Revanent" amp from Bavsound along with 2-ohm SWS Earthquake subs under the seats, leaving the door and center speakers untouched. While an improvement over the factory amp and subs, it seems to be only a 10-15% improvement in volume, thump, clarity and imaging over factory. I have a 2012 328xi Coupe with the Bavsound Stage 1, Earthquake subs under the seats, with the HK amp (car had the HK set up from the factory originally) and it sounds fantastic. But before I add the Stage 1 from Bavsound into the X5, I'm wondering if there isn't a better option for less money, since the Revanent amp was $850 and the Stage 1 $600. I've read on this forum that there might be a PNP connector to add any amp to the factory wiring? If so, I'd be very grateful for some recommendations. I've also read that people have used Focal and DLS speakers for the doors and center location. Curious to know if they sound better than Bavsound. I had DLS in a previous 328i convertible and they sounded phenomenal. I'm aware that sound quality is subjective, but I think we can all agree that this base factory setup is average at best. Thank you in advance!
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