TAC Tech => Audio => Topic started by: BBATCAR on August 28, 2021, 07:42:40 PM
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I thought I would share this product. I wanted to still have the stock radio in the car since the dash is not cut and been restored. I have a Focal Speakers and Amp in the trunk. I can say this stereo is awesome for those who want a hide-away option with hands-free calling. I have the Mark IV unit and was the only hide-away unit I could find with hands-free calling. I play everything from my phone so it works great for me. Below is the module (also have Dakota gauge modules). I did a hidden USB in the console. Highly recommended.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51360212012_2a5a7d5af3_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mfwvEL)Modules (https://flic.kr/p/2mfwvEL) by Elliot S (https://www.flickr.com/photos/186526628@N05/), on Flickr
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Thanks for sharing, in the past I've used a plug in module (back of the head unit of a more modern unit) but have not seen anything like this before. Can you please provide additional detail as to where you hard wired this module?
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Yes, I would like to see a bit more detail on your sound system.
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I am curious as well. Also curious about the Dakota stuff.
It does seem like a bit of overkill to me.
Any amp with a $20 Bluetooth receiver works very well.
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Sorry for the delay - Here is the wiring schematic and the guy who did the install also used RCA jacks (4 channel amp) to connect to the Focal Amp Stereo I have.... You do not have to have a working radio (mine is stock for looks)... you can use with or without an amp. I know it seems overkill however the car did have a Retrosound unit taken out and I had all the Focal high-end stuff included so I wanted to take advantage if it. They do have lesser models that do less but have the same quality.
I'll post the Dakota RTX Gauge Review once I get my car out of the shop...Below is a teaser photo, I'll get better ones in another post. Thanks
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51423497279_50b81722bd_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mm7Sb4)Mark IV (https://flic.kr/p/2mm7Sb4) by Elliot S (https://www.flickr.com/photos/186526628@N05/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51361981010_90bf6b9401_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mfFzwJ)Dakota 2 (https://flic.kr/p/2mfFzwJ) by Elliot S (https://www.flickr.com/photos/186526628@N05/), on Flickr
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Thanks, great post and info.
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Just a suggestion. Why not just use a Bluetooth amp ? I used this one and installed the little head unit in center console and amp in trunk . They do make other versions of Bluetooth amps as well. I do like working everything off my phone and still like having the factory head unit in the dash i never have to turn on anymore .
https://www.crutchfield.com/S-pGv7q4RbjED/p_109GTR104/JBL-GTR-104.html
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That was my point too.
I have one of these you can use with any amp for $30
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K1LLX5S/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_J97PWPHSQ2EGC2SD3ZG2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
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I'm currently building a system for my '79 Z28. I'm going with a bluetooth amp and no head unit too.
I went with this amp, Infinty Kappas front and rear, plus a Kicker flat 12" Subwoofer so I can still stow the T-tops.
I chose this one
https://www.crutchfield.com/S-8hGcckJ0si0/p_158GS6DSP/Sony-XM-GS6DSP.html