stock stereo = terrible?
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So i just got my first Porsche an 03 C4S , and to my dismay my stereo guy told me i can't just upgrade the head unit, i have the cdr223 bose hi end package option, so what are the options here? All i really want is a usb or ipod cord, done some research and can't really come up with anything.
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So i just got my first Porsche an 03 C4S , and to my dismay my stereo guy told me i can't just upgrade the head unit, i have the cdr223 bose hi end package option, so what are the options here? All i really want is a usb or ipod cord, done some research and can't really come up with anything.
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If you're looking at a lower cost solution look into the itransit fm modulator that you can plug directly into you're antenna in to add Bluetooth or aux
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My budget solution works pretty decent, and I'd rather spend my budget on tires
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You can replace the head unit and power amp for around a grand, installed, and pick up all the modern functionality, i.e., bluetooth, hands free, USB/aux inputs, etc. If you want to DIY, be careful connecting the speakers, matching resistances.
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Can it be done, using the stock fiber optic speakers?
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Or this method worked out great for me and low cost. no cutting wiring harness either, sounds great.
https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...ctory-amp.html
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Yes you can. I recently upgraded mine because both the radio and amp gave out.
You can see the details here. I stuck with the factory Bose speakers. The key was selecting an amp that would work with the factory speaker impedance. The Polk amp does that nicely including the 1ohm Bose sub. Once you get the amp set-up it sounds incredible. If you are a DYI person you can do this for less than $500.
https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...-the-dust.html
You can see the details here. I stuck with the factory Bose speakers. The key was selecting an amp that would work with the factory speaker impedance. The Polk amp does that nicely including the 1ohm Bose sub. Once you get the amp set-up it sounds incredible. If you are a DYI person you can do this for less than $500.
https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...-the-dust.html