Adding a subwoofer

[emdoller]

While I like the lexicon system, there's just not enough base. Has anyone looked into adding a sub in the trunk? Given that the battery is there, I'm thinking adding an amp and sub should not be too bad assuming I can simply tap into one of the speakers already there.

Thoughts?

 

[3587]

I agree as well... Just doesn't seem to be enough deep pounding bass.

 

[Mark_888]

How come people who complain about the Lexicon audio system (clearly the best audio system installed by any auto manufacturer in the history of the world) don't get skewered, but if someone complains about the suspension, they are considered traitors?

 

[Nabber]

How come people who complain about the Lexicon audio system (clearly the best audio system installed by any auto manufacturer in the history of the world) don't get skewered, but if someone complains about the suspension, they are considered traitors?

Because we were ALL 18 y/o at some point!

 

[cliffbig]

How come people who complain about the Lexicon audio system (clearly the best audio system installed by any auto manufacturer in the history of the world) don't get skewered, but if someone complains about the suspension, they are considered traitors?

Most of us subscribe to the philosophy that if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Apparently, though, there are some who believe that if it ain't broke, break it.

So long as they're paying for it, they can cheese it up anyway they want.

 

[DanTheMan]

While I like the lexicon system, there's just not enough base. Has anyone looked into adding a sub in the trunk? Given that the battery is there, I'm thinking adding an amp and sub should not be too bad assuming I can simply tap into one of the speakers already there.

Thoughts?

As a former pro audio owner/engineer, the quality of the bass signal is fine for me (I tend to enjoy a balanced sound--my hearing really needs to last for my entire life)! I would recommend that if you do actually decide to make some changes to the audio system in your Gen, have a professional do it, unless your skill set can afford you the opportunity to do it yourself. This system is not for the faint of heart audio/shadetree mechanics! Adding a sub and "tapping into one of the speakers already there" can overload that leg of the system (due to impedance) and overheat/burn out your amp (the one you're considering adding, or the existing one, depending on how it's wired) and/or the speaker itself (due to impedance mis-match). Either of those problems could prove costly to your checkbook!

Good luck--

Dan :>)

 

[emdoller]

As a former pro audio owner/engineer, the quality of the bass signal is fine for me (I tend to enjoy a balanced sound--my hearing really needs to last for my entire life)! I would recommend that if you do actually decide to make some changes to the audio system in your Gen, have a professional do it, unless your skill set can afford you the opportunity to do it yourself. This system is not for the faint of heart audio/shadetree mechanics! Adding a sub and "tapping into one of the speakers already there" can overload that leg of the system (due to impedance) and overheat/burn out your amp (the one you're considering adding, or the existing one, depending on how it's wired) and/or the speaker itself (due to impedance mis-match). Either of those problems could prove costly to your checkbook!

Good luck--

Dan :>)

Thanks Dan. I need to give this some thought and at a minimum will consult a pro. Bottom line for me is there's just not enough base. My wife drives a toyota avalon with a jbl system that while not quite as good has better low end. The music I listen to demands good base.

I'll keep you posted on what I end up doing.

Ed