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      04-21-2018, 01:03 PM   #1
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Hi Folks,
Newbie here. Loving my 2014 X5 and this community.
Only thing I don't love is the audio system (standard hi-fi, not HK or B&O) which is not up to snuff. Car audio used be a hobby of mine, but I don't have time anymore, sadly.

I don't trust the average audio hack place with upgrading or replacing this system, and the dealer available options are not universally well loved, and expensive to boot. I need a really good, professional place in the Philadelphia area that can really do this job, any experiences to share? Thanks in advance!
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best buy does it cheap and it's warrantied
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best buy does it cheap and it's warrantied
Yea if you want guys fresh out of highschool to work on your car
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Thanks guys. I'm about to pull the trigger on the DIY Bavsound solution, just because every car audio place I walk into around here gives me the willies. No way are these tinting/remote starter clowns going anywhere near my car. Any opinions on the quality of the Bavsound stuff? I know its way over priced, but given the installation ease I'm OK with that if the sound quality is a step up from the HiFi option, which is a pretty low bar IMO.
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Thanks guys. I'm about to pull the trigger on the DIY Bavsound solution, just because every car audio place I walk into around here gives me the willies. No way are these tinting/remote starter clowns going anywhere near my car. Any opinions on the quality of the Bavsound stuff? I know its way over priced, but given the installation ease I'm OK with that if the sound quality is a step up from the HiFi option, which is a pretty low bar IMO.
Review here... http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...light=Bavsound

I think you will notice a much improved sound from the base system. You will need to get a new amp from BAV though
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Thanks very much for all your input.
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I have heard mixed reviews on the bavsound. I am in the process of doing a full sq setup in mine. I have the H&K so I have the MOST signal. This is what is going in. Zapco lx200.4(x2), audible physic rg100 and rg50, Audio development w800neos, and a Fi Audio Q 12" neo. I will be installing these over the summer. I will be fiberglassing a sub box in the rear drivers side cubby. I will be removing the factory amp and using an Audison bit dmi to replace it then the signal will go to an mosconi dsp. I will upgrade that dsp once zapco releases their new one at the end of the year. Once you remove the amp you can have a sub box with about 1.25 ft^3. If you have any questions just dm me.
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Unexpected Creations in Edison, NJ is not too far. They are excellent at what they do and can definitely help you pick the right system
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Unexpected Creations in Edison, NJ is not too far. They are excellent at what they do and can definitely help you pick the right system
2nd this..
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2nd this..
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