I have an '03 with a fairly loud exhaust and I drive with the top down as much as I can. So, I'm not looking for a killer sound system, but there is room for improvement without cutting up the car and spending big bucks.

So far I have completed my Phase I, I installed Lucent rear panels with Kenwood speakers. They rounded out the sound (for my non-reference-quality ears) and added some volume that was lacking with the top down, definitely an improvement over just having the fronts. I used the Lucent harness to connect everything, no problems.

Now I'm ready for Phase II. I picked up a Bose RSX sub for 50 bucks that will hopefully give me a little more thump without having to take up space in the trunk. I researched as much as I could using the forum search function, so I know that the Bose sub is not going to give me much, but for $50 I'll be happy with some extra bass.

Here's where I need just a little help. From what I understand, the RSX sub needs to run off low level output. My stock HU doesn't have those, so it looks like I need a converter. I also need just a little guidance on the hook-up.

DISCLAIMER: I can solder but I'm not an electrical engineer. I searched as much as I could but didn't find a thread with details on a stock HU/RSX sub installation.

So here goes:

1. Can someone link me to a converter that will get me low level output from my stock HU? eBay is fine, or any other place where I can actually buy it online, or even a local socal shop.

2. Where should I connect the converter? (R or L rear channel?) Or point me to some online instructions.

3. For the sub power, where should I tap into the power? Some have said the ignition supply going to the HU is fine for 4 weak speakers and a weak sub. If that won't cut it, any suggestions?

4. People have talked about the phase of the RSX being wrong from the factory. I'm lost on that, is there an easy way to check it? On that same note, is there a good link that explains what I need to check to get the sub adjusted properly?

5. I've read some say that the Bose sub will *pop* on power up and power down. Any recommendations on how to avoid that with this install?

Thanks in advance if you can give me some advice.

 

I did this mod and it fits PERFECT in the S2000 spare tire. If you want bass, and want it prefectly STEALTH, this is a great mod for you. A lot of guys with these RSX-S's are upgrading their systems to aftermarket and you can pick one up cheap.

Make sure to take the top cover OFF of the sub. This adds more bass.



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