My new amplifier upgrade

[maw1124]

...So the only option for HK would be a harness and a JL or Audio Control multi channel DSP amplifier

I think the hard part there would be the harness, which is one of the benefits of an aftermarket head unit (good luck getting someone to build harnesses for these cars). Then the DSP amp becomes PnP. Getting a head unit with the source SQ, functionality and stability becomes the issue. So far I've been pleased with the N7Pro, not the least of which reasons is because all of that back end wiring to go to an outboard amplifier (or multiple) is already done. From there, I can upgrade head units as necessary. Also, the separate subwoofer control at the source was a real game changer for me.

maw

[GreyM340i]

Jason said:

I’m not showing a direct plug and play application for the E46. It would be best for an authorized dealer in your country to check the car and amplifier, there may be a compatible harness that is not showing up in the upgrade finder.

So unfortunately there is no option for us HK optioned M3 guys 🤣🤣

Thanks for the update. So the only option for HK would be a harness and a JL or Audio Control multi channel DSP amplifier

[0-60motorsports]

Jason said:

I’m not showing a direct plug and play application for the E46. It would be best for an authorized dealer in your country to check the car and amplifier, there may be a compatible harness that is not showing up in the upgrade finder.

So unfortunately there is no option for us HK optioned M3 guys 🤣🤣

[jrgatfh]

My current amp is running 35W per channel, which, for the most part, is more than enough for my 51 year old ears. The problem is that the music I’m streaming from Apple Music outputs at different levels, some songs are super loud, and other songs are just a a moderate level, even though the volume is maxed out. Gets even worse with the top down, so the step up to the 85W/ch would be just to give me a little bit more headroom, I don’t ever plan to max it out at that point.

The 6.5 are rated to 150W and the tweeters 210W, so they’ll be fine even at the higher wattage.

FYI, if you go to Settings > Music > Sound Check and turn that on it should help level out the volume from song to song on your iPhone.

[0-60motorsports]

That sucks. Please update once you hear back.

Sure. I sent him a reminder too. Since I am thousands of miles away with a time difference someone CONUS should pick up the phone and call them.

[maw1124]

My current amp is running 35W per channel, which, for the most part, is more than enough for my 51 year old ears. The problem is that the music I’m streaming from Apple Music outputs at different levels, some songs are super loud, and other songs are just a a moderate level, even though the volume is maxed out. Gets even worse with the top down, so the step up to the 85W/ch would be just to give me a little bit more headroom, I don’t ever plan to max it out at that point.

The 6.5 are rated to 150W and the tweeters 210W, so they’ll be fine even at the higher wattage.

I have the same issue running off BT or iPod, but the Dynavin has the input level adjustment which, along with Sound Check helps a bit. GL with the install.

maw

EDIT… now I see, I misread the specs on the amp. I’m running an older Hertz non-DSP at 65x4 with what is probably the same RF sub amp.

[genesis]

85W RMS is a lot for the cabin. Did you upgrade your handle speakers in the front doors? I'm running 65W and it feels like a lot. I've said before I'm surprised I haven't blown the BavSound speakers yet but they handle it just fine.

maw

My current amp is running 35W per channel, which, for the most part, is more than enough for my 51 year old ears. The problem is that the music I’m streaming from Apple Music outputs at different levels, some songs are super loud, and other songs are just a a moderate level, even though the volume is maxed out. Gets even worse with the top down, so the step up to the 85W/ch would be just to give me a little bit more headroom, I don’t ever plan to max it out at that point.

The 6.5 are rated to 150W and the tweeters 210W, so they’ll be fine even at the higher wattage.

[GreyM340i]

White button illumination doesn't bother you too much against the OE amber?

Not really, I did change the screen color to a red/orange and it looks good to me.

[oceansize]

I have the XAV-AV5000 and it has been very good. It has been more reliable, with respect to Apple CarPlay, than any OEM unit I've ever had. My wife has had three new cars over the last 5 years. 2018 VW Tiguan, 2020 Honda CRV, and her current 2022 Subaru Outback. They all had problems with CarPlay at one time or another so I'm not sure that any head unit is perfect. My brother's wife has a 2022 X7 M50i and it locked up on me in CarPlay when I was driving it the other week at the beach. My Mach 1 will lock up from time to time on CarPlay, so does any unit not?

The shortest high quality USB cord you can connect to the unit from your phone the better your experience will be. I tested an Android phone against this unit and I will say it was far more sensitive to cord length than my Apple. I've only used a wired connection.

[Pklauser]

I updated to the new firmware just released on the 10th so will update if that doesn’t work perfectly. So far today it’s been working great. It’s a clean head unit and I’m happy with it so far. Better than the android unit I was running.

White button illumination doesn't bother you too much against the OE amber?

[GreyM340i]

Disappointed to hear the Sony 6000 not working out for some folks. I was really holding out for that to be my end-all-be-all head unit for this car. Curious if the firmware updates help y'all out.

I updated to the new firmware just released on the 10th so will update if that doesn’t work perfectly. So far today it’s been working great. It’s a clean head unit and I’m happy with it so far. Better than the android unit I was running.

[Pklauser]

Disappointed to hear the Sony 6000 not working out for some folks. I was really holding out for that to be my end-all-be-all head unit for this car. Curious if the firmware updates help y'all out.

[maw1124]

Yes, E46 cab. Prima AP1 and AP6.5 up front, might be same in rear (not 100% sure). Mounted w/ .125" acrylic mounts, 8 channels active + sub out to the aforementioned 10" sub and RF mono amp

85W RMS is a lot for the cabin. Did you upgrade your handle speakers in the front doors? I'm running 65W and it feels like a lot. I've said before I'm surprised I haven't blown the BavSound speakers yet but they handle it just fine.

maw

[GreyM340i]

Yes, E46 cab. Prima AP1 and AP6.5 up front, might be same in rear (not 100% sure). Mounted w/ .125" acrylic mounts, 8 channels active + sub out to the aforementioned 10" sub and RF mono amp

I bet that sounds amazing. I think I’m going to upgrade the front to the Morel Virtus Nano Carbon 63. It’s a 3 way 6.5” slim speaker line. Reviews look great however a little more expensive than I wanted to spend. Hoping to find a discount somehow.

[genesis]

Yes, E46 cab. Prima AP1 and AP6.5 up front, might be same in rear (not 100% sure). Mounted w/ .125" acrylic mounts, 8 channels active + sub out to the aforementioned 10" sub and RF mono amp