Here I go...
1. what is your existing setup (HEADUNITS, SPEAKERS, AMPS, DSP,SW etc.)
This is my current setup. Culmination of 3 years of
install, pull out, buy new stuff, install, pull out... you get the idea. Setup is still not final (it never is), and my planned changes/upgrades are also listed.
HU: Blaupunkt Casablanca MP54 + RC10 Remote control on the steering wheel - Rs.20,000.00 (got the remote as a freebee).
CD Changer: Blaupunkt CDC-A03 10 disc changer - Rs.15,000.00
Amp1: Blaupunkt GTA 250 (2-channel amp, drives the sub) - Rs.5,000.00
Amp2: Blaupunkt GTA 450 (2-channel amp, drives the front) - Rs.10,000.00
Front Speakers: Blaupunkt ODX662 (6" 2-way co-axials) - Rs.5,500.00
Rear Speakers: Blaupunkt ODX693 (6x9 3-way co-axials) - Rs.8,000.00 + 800.00 for the MDF tray.
Subwoofer: Kenwood KFC-WF305 12" Sub in a ported Box in the boot - Rs.5,000.00 + 1,000.00 for the box
Cables: BOSS Power Cables & RCA Cables (Ugh, yes! I know. I didn't know how bad they are when I did the install. Team-BHP has sure taught me.). Speakers run the cables they came with. Don't remember what runs juice into the Sub. - Rs.1,500.00 (or something like that. Don't remember).
The Amps and the CD-Changer are installed (in the boot) on an MDF Plank bolted onto the rear seat. The sub is also in the boot.
The result is mostly a SQ oriented system, with less of SPL. It can do with a lot more SQ though (can't get enough of THAT :-)).
In the process of getting here, I've bought and sold a Kenwood HU, a Kenwood 10 CD Changer, A Kenwood 4 x 70RMS amp, A Blaupunkt Active (mini) Subwoofer (IC-10, if I'm not mistaken), 2 Kenwood (5.25") front speakers, 2 Alpine 5.25" Co-axial front speakers, 2 Blaupunkt (IC65?) 6" front co-axial front speakers, 2 Blaupunkt ODX552 5.25" co-axial front speakers. Don't remember the model names of most of these (didn't pay much attention to model nos. then). All the stuff gets sold to friends, so I usually take a hit in the resale prices (but thats ok, 'cause selling the old stuff is vital for getting new stuff in).
Planned upgrades:
STAGE 1
a) Get rid of the CD Changer (will have to find a buyer) and get a Blaupunkt iPod adapter for my (ancient) 4th Gen 20GB iPod.
b) Switch the fronts to Hertz Comps (ESK165s). (Will have to sell the current set-up first)
c) Switch the rears to Hertz Coaxials (DCX 165s or DCX690s). (Will have to sell the current set-up first)
d) Switch the entire cabling to Connection Audison when STAGE 1 is getting done
STAGE 2
e) Switch the Subwoofer & Amp to a more powerful combination. Not fully decided which ones yet. Have to manage to sell the current combi first.
STAGE 3
f) Damp the front doors - Dynamat Extreme only!
g) Damp whatever else the sub has shaken up - Dynamat Extreme only!
STAGE 4
h) By now, It'll probably be time to sell the car. Sell the car, agonise at the low price I got for the ICE, and YESSSSSS... plan for ICE in the new car :-)
2. How much did it cost ?
Total damage to the pocket including approx. 3000.00 for installation over various sessions = 74,800.00 = 75,000.00
The loss I made on the older stuff I sold... That's another story.
3.How serious were your about your system?
Serious enough. I really enjoy my music. I get to enjoy it properly only when I'm driving or travelling or working out (walking heh, heh). I don't have a serious HOme Audio setup. I use Shure E3Cs with my iPod (sound isolation earphones that cost Rs.13,000.00), so you should get an idea from that...
4. which kind of music do you listen to ?? prefer deep bass or how is it...
I listen to most kinds of music. I don't listen to a lot of Hip-hop or Rap of any of the newer stuff much (It's rare that I get to like something from these genres). Mostly I listen to Bluegrass Country, Blues, Modern Rock, Alternative, classic Rock, Classic Pop (ABBA etc) and a little of Pop & Dance. I like Bass that's tight and punchy. But a little bit of depth in the bass is ok. I'm NOT a bass freak who likes to hover dangerously close to heart attack each time I crank up my system. I like bass that integrates itself into the music, without overwhelming the vocals or the other instruments.
5. would you recommend it to others???
Yep. Regardless of my (forever) seeing green on the other side, I *am* happy with my current setup, and would recommend it to somebody who prefers SQ over SPL, and would like fuller vocals (my HU is great with vocals).
6. Place of purchase( City/Country and Shop name) whether with Bill and warranty or without B/W
All of it (except the sub) bought and installed in Kochi at the Blaupunkt Showroom (installer is a Guy called George. Not too greedy). The sub was part of my old system. I bought it from the Kenwood Dealer in Kochi (CP Auto Impex) and he got some guy to install it for me (along with the Kenwood Amp I had also bought then).
Everything is with Bill & Warranty.
7. Place where the setup was done
See above (Sl. no. 6)
8. Some pics
![](https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/iipcache/42034.jpg)