Base vs. Bose speaker/sound

CrownR426 · 02-13-2011, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by fugeesnfunion

I've always respected Nissan's V6. How many years in a row did it win engine of the year? Half a dozen or something? I did some reading on the 370z a little more after the test drive and what you said is identical to all the other advice. I wasn't aware that its power band was more "high-rev" happy. And your comment on the N54 is spot on as well. It's an incredibly tourqy engine, almost to a fault in some people's minds. It has SO much low RPM power that it starts running out of steam when the needle hangs out on the right side of the tach. It's really hard adjusting to an engine that needs so much more wringing out, but they obviously did that on purpose. I imagine it's better for track driving. Nissan's V6 doesn't need to defend itself though, it's already well proven and universally praised.

The hardest part of looking for a replacement is finding a car that's just as/more powerful that isn't a V8, but I have to say the 370z has been one of the closest. I'm really curious what a free flowing cat, exhaust, and intake would do. It almost feels like the VQ just needs to breath more to perform the way it wants.

Fast Intentions Catback Exhaust

Art Pipes

Stillen CAI Gen 3 Intakes
Uprev Tune

I would get these parts if I had extra money...

optiontrader · 02-13-2011, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by fugeesnfunion

I've always respected Nissan's V6. How many years in a row did it win engine of the year? Half a dozen or something? I did some reading on the 370z a little more after the test drive and what you said is identical to all the other advice. I wasn't aware that its power band was more "high-rev" happy. And your comment on the N54 is spot on as well. It's an incredibly tourqy engine, almost to a fault in some people's minds. It has SO much low RPM power that it starts running out of steam when the needle hangs out on the right side of the tach. It's really hard adjusting to an engine that needs so much more wringing out, but they obviously did that on purpose. I imagine it's better for track driving. Nissan's V6 doesn't need to defend itself though, it's already well proven and universally praised.

The hardest part of looking for a replacement is finding a car that's just as/more powerful that isn't a V8, but I have to say the 370z has been one of the closest. I'm really curious what a free flowing cat, exhaust, and intake would do. It almost feels like the VQ just needs to breath more to perform the way it wants.

Amen to your post - I enjoy these types of discussions. Agreed: the VQ's a great, but it's also a venerable engine - Nissan's really milking the longevity of the current iteration. It needs a redesign... (but I understand that's in the works... albeit a bit late, IMHO)

But now that the stereo's straightened out, it should be time to do more test drivin'!

+1 with Crown's post above - getting more air into and out of the engine (and tuning it) will help tremendously. For me - I'm still stock until the warranty runs out; then I go forced induction.

bigaudiofanat · 03-23-2011, 08:26 PM

You pretty much got it add that you have to use the factory speaker either way in that case.

southercadesi · 03-24-2011, 02:50 AM

YouTube - BART'S FATHER STEREO BLOWS- Click Parody

Sorry I had to

Cafiax · 10-13-2011, 12:57 AM

bose is not that bad. Im not an audiophile so maybe my opinions are completely wrong. The only complaint about the Bose system is that the bass is not quite good enough. If i had the chance i would invest in an small sized sub-woofer from alpine or smthing. The treble is very crisp sounding though.

anyone can call me deaf and stupid if im wrong LOL

Guard Dad · 10-18-2011, 07:28 PM

I really wanted to work with the factory provided base system but it frustrated me at every turn. So, as many here have suggested, I changed out the entire system and have been very satisfied with the result. My only divergence from convention was that I did install speakers in the B-pillar (often referred to as the "rear speakers") and am glad I did, but that's just my opinion.

bigaudiofanat · 10-24-2011, 08:32 PM

Polk db's are good however I recommend getting a new head unit to run them as the stock will only provide about 9 watts of power. If you have the bose system your talking a entire system rebuild mostly.

370zDoc · 10-25-2011, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

Polk db's are good however I recommend getting a new head unit to run them as the stock will only provide about 9 watts of power. If you have the bose system your talking a entire system rebuild mostly.

I have seen your posts all over the forum; thank you for your advice/expertise!

Alstann · 12-13-2011, 10:00 PM

Sorry to bring this from the dead, but there was a question asked on the first page that I have as well:

Does the 4-speaker base have the holes for the other 4 speakers, or are they a different interior panel part? I'm thinking that it might be worlds better to get a base and upgrade the sound, and do some aftermarket seats or whatever.

bigaudiofanat · 12-14-2011, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Alstann

Sorry to bring this from the dead, but there was a question asked on the first page that I have as well:

Does the 4-speaker base have the holes for the other 4 speakers, or are they a different interior panel part? I'm thinking that it might be worlds better to get a base and upgrade the sound, and do some aftermarket seats or whatever.

You mean does the back of the radio have wires for 2 more speakers meaning the 2 in the back? No you would have to get pins and install them along with new wire and run it back. Or the easier way is to get a new head unit as they already have all 4 outputs. If you think the base system does not have tweeters it does so you mean is their holes in the rear for rear speakers yes. Bose has rears but you would have to upgrade a lot more if you ever wanted to upgrade just speakers. Check out the sticky I made it will explain a lot.

Alstann · 12-14-2011, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

You mean does the back of the radio have wires for 2 more speakers meaning the 2 in the back? No you would have to get pins and install them along with new wire and run it back. Or the easier way is to get a new head unit as they already have all 4 outputs. If you think the base system does not have tweeters it does so you mean is their holes in the rear for rear speakers yes. Bose has rears but you would have to upgrade a lot more if you ever wanted to upgrade just speakers. Check out the sticky I made it will explain a lot.

Ok, so there are the holes for the speakers in the base audio - just no speakers there. Gotcha.

I'm actually in the market for the Z at the moment, but I wanted to save money by getting the Base versus getting the Touring. Factory audio is never good enough for me, and the leather seats can always be done aftermarket.

I'm planning on doing a custom car computer install in the car, alongside a 4 channel amp and most likely one subwoofer. I've done custom audio before, so it shouldn't be too much of an issue.

Of course, this will be all down the line. ^^

eastwest2300 · 12-20-2011, 07:10 PM

I would take an aftermarket system over a factory bose system any day of the week, thats just me though. I like it loud.

03-23-2011, 08:26 PM	#3 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 854	You pretty much got it add that you have to use the factory speaker either way in that case. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

10-13-2011, 12:57 AM	#5 (permalink)
Cafiax Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Canada - Richmond Posts: 291 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z PW A7 Rep Power: 16	bose is not that bad. Im not an audiophile so maybe my opinions are completely wrong. The only complaint about the Bose system is that the bass is not quite good enough. If i had the chance i would invest in an small sized sub-woofer from alpine or smthing. The treble is very crisp sounding though. anyone can call me deaf and stupid if im wrong LOL __________________ 2010-PW-370z Fast Intentions CBE 18" res + HFC, K&N Typhoons Intakes(Gen 3 Stillen soon), 20mm H&R Front - 25mm H&R Back, Shine Auto(Sunline)

10-24-2011, 08:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 854	Polk db's are good however I recommend getting a new head unit to run them as the stock will only provide about 9 watts of power. If you have the bose system your talking a entire system rebuild mostly. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

12-20-2011, 07:10 PM	#12 (permalink)
eastwest2300 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: South FL Posts: 91,035 Drives: '16QX70/'21 Supra3.0 Rep Power: 2684553	I would take an aftermarket system over a factory bose system any day of the week, thats just me though. I like it loud. __________________ Infiniti QX70 & Toyota Supra 3.0 Premium

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