Bose Sound System

Lug

Anyone heard the new Bose vs. the 350Z's Bose? I find the 350Z's just barely good enough not to replace and was curious if the 370Z's was better or worse.

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sw1318

Yes i came from a 08 350Z with the Bose system and had that upgraded due to lack of base. I can tell you my Bose system in the 370Z feels 10X better than the previous oem system and this time i would not need to waste money for an upgrade.

I have no idea why some here are so against the 370Z’s sound system. Unless you want people outside to hear how loud your bass is or you want the sound so loud that will hurt someone’s ears, there is absolutely no need for an aftermarket setup. Just make sure you turn up the bass and treble and it will sound nice as it is. There is enough bass and clarity in the current system and i would not recommend this as a bad system at all, definitely above average. This is just my personal opinion.

Lug

Thanks for the info! Wife wants the touring and I was pushing for just the base w/spots package. At least I'll get the small consolation that the stereo is a bit better (because I know I'm gonna lose on the "touring costs too much" front).

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chief_Roka

Some people like rollin clubs. That's me... in my opinion. Being an audiophile.
And the thread having an audiophile connotation to it.
The BOSE system is inadequate.
Aftermarket speakers in many price ranges are superior.
From infinity to focal u can make a better system in this car.
Agreed that the Z is terrible for acoustics. BUT
There are plenty of high quality components that's can turn the Z's handicap into an attribute.
Certain speaker and dampening materials can actually make your Z bounce around sounds to near flawless quality. 300w rms to the front/50w rms rear is possible and would work perfectly in the Z considering you use advanced crossovers &eq. Your sub you would run 300wrms@4ohms
It will sound good. Most will tell u the rear speaker isn't necessary but it can handle your lows in stereo while your sub pushes your lows in mono. .
Or u can negate the rear speakers if ur really against it or not into using crossovers and add a fosgateibeem tactile transducer. U can also use it as a sub amp and add some bass shake into your Z "bruh".

JoeD

You are comparing what's available from the after-market to factory parts. It makes absolutely no sense, and frankly...you can substitute "speakers" in your second sentence with anything this still applies. Aftermarket brake-kits in many price ranges are superior. Aftermarket LSDs in many price ranges are superior. Aftermarket cat-backs in many price ranges are superior. Aftermarket intakes in many price ranges are superior.

I have yet to hear about so many complaints on the brakes, LSD, intake, etc. because the parts provided from the factory are inferior to aftermarket ones.

Get your points in check.

Greg

Everyones opinion is gonna differ on things like this.. Makes no sense at all to argue about it..



Heck, I think most OEM systems are weak.. Some may agree with me, some wont.. Do I care? No..It's my preference (or in this case my ears ) not anyone elses.

No need to have a flame fest in every other thread...

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JungleB

I'm sure Nissan and Bose could have done a better job with an extra $1k slapped onto the price tag of the Z. I'd rather keep my $1k.

chief_Roka

[QUOTE=JoeD;234330]You are comparing what's available from the after-market to factory parts. It makes absolutely no sense, and frankly...you can substitute "speakers" in your second sentence with anything this still applies. Aftermarket brake-kits in many price ranges are superior. Aftermarket LSDs in many price ranges are superior. Aftermarket cat-backs in many price ranges are superior. Aftermarket intakes in many price ranges are superior.

I have yet to hear about so many complaints on the brakes, LSD, intake, etc. because the parts provided from the factory are inferior to aftermarket ones.

Get your points in check.

Like I said. FROM AN AUDIOPHILE STANDPOINT. It is not worth the 900 added dollars in the whole touring package. U can order 1100 leather seats n customize the stereo yourself.
FROM AN AUDIOPHILE STANDPOINT. If u don't care then get the BOSE.
Change ur kotex dude. Its starting to smell.

370Zsteve

"Audiophile standpoint" is meaningless in a car that makes more noise than the sound system can drown out. And how do you know the Bose price is $900? Where do you get your "facts"? Every thread you post in seems to have "facts" but no links to the "facts", dude. Like your comment on Japanese Z's being built with different materials than the US model, which is just a huge facepalm.

I'm beginning to think starting this thread was a bad idea

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bloodo

I didn't read the whole thread, but did you test drive it a second time? From what you said, you never even turned on the sound, then how do you know that a 370z sound system aren't capable of drowning out the car noise?

chief_Roka

I didn't say that they use different materials. I said they are allowed to use more of the lightweight materials n less steel. They also don't need the same level of reinforcements in on the chassis in japan as here in the US. It makes for a lighter car. My friend who is now done with the service and did 2 tours in iraq lived in japan 7 years. He owned 3 cars. 2 nissans and 1 honda. The honda integra, nissan bluebird, and fairlady Z33. All of which he compared to its US versions. All had more standard features. Down to navigation was standard in his car. Plus all his cars were under 3k pounds. The biggest difference was with the american nissan bluebird and nissan maxima. I don't remember the exact numbers but I remember the car having a near 500lb difference to the american model. The Z he owned was like 288 lbs lighter than the american car. I don't recall him modifying the car for weight.
I don't think a 12 year air force vet with 2 tours in iraq and a college degree n 4 mechanics licenses is gonna bullsh1t me on this info. He is licensed in airframe, powerplant, autobody, and auto mechanics. So his word is good for me. N as far as where's the proof. Look it up yourselves n prove me wrong instead of jus arguing for the sake of arguing.
N like I said. Why would the most hardcore of performance enthusiasts bring over right sided steering wheel cars here if there wasn't a performance benefit. What they are buying is that domestic japan spec built chassis. That's what they need most. Even in some models. Hardcore enthusiasts need the japan spec motors as well. Cuz there's a difference sometime. Especially with honda and toyota.
This is extremely common knowledge. Call unique motorsports in long island ny.
They import and sell these japan domestic cars. Ask them why people buy the japanese cars instead of the US imports and ask for the weight difference. There's ya homeowrk.

As far as the system goes. I had a 93 rx7 fully blown n turbo'd I crammed a $3,000
900rms watt audio system in a total space that's smaller than a Z. Less insulated n if any of u have experience with the 13B? U kno a modded rotary is loud as fu€k.
My system drowned out 95% of the sound in 70% power. I had alpine amps infinity speakers n crossovers, fogate subs which at the time were excellent. I been putting systems in my car since goosenecks were the craze. So I think I kno a lil something. The Z is a very hard car to get a loud system in but its not impossible if u are creative n are willing to put some time into it.
If ur an audiophile? It will be worth doing. If u r nor? Then just leave it be.
The bose isn't terrible in sound in general. But yes, that engine is loud and the optional stereo, to an audiophile. Will not be sufficent. Plain and simple, the bose system is good but sucks for this car.
Sum of u get so combative over minor sh1t. That's wat kills stuff on here.
Is it necessary to be all. " slap whoever told u that in the face" or " I don't understand guido"
"Why is me saying japanese cars are lighter in weight than american cars because safety standards are much higher in america could cause so much upset? You can't express your point in a constructive manner. N then if I get at u they way u get at me. U guys start baby cryin. Save the drama 4 ya mama bruh. We all in here cuz we are enthusiasts in one way or another.

Yeah I guess this thread was a terrible idea. B1octhin over 1 point of u that is purely subjective anyway.


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Joe D, you are one funny "bruh"! Your posts are always entertaining and to the point

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VCuomo

Well, I'm not an audiophile and don't expect my car system to be perfect. But, as I said before, the factory system that is in my 1998 Dodge Durango (with an Infinity speaker system, also factory installed) sounds way better than my 2009 370Z. It even came with a 5-band GEQ.

kannibul

I'd rather it have been an Infinity system, than a Bose...but it is what it is.

Better than most OEM, worse than aftermarket.

chief_Roka

Here's your link b*#@h...

UNIQUE AUTOSPORTS

Contact auto body or the sales dept. Maybe u might even be able to get at Will himself. Ask them if there is a weight difference from the japan chassis that they sell and the american versions that people bring in to modify? I'm sure they'd be more than happy to answer your wannabe newbie a$$ questions...