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      10-29-2016, 12:58 PM   #397
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Ampire - https://www.ampire.de/

A list of BMW-specific products can be found here:
https://www.ampire.de/speakers_bmw.h...atalog&p=29166

They sell the drivers and accessories by themselves or as part as kits. They have component kits in different sizes (4", 5.25", 6") and both 2-way and 3-way kits. I will give direct links to a few so you can get a quick idea. Based on install depth they are compatible with E92/E93 models. The kits are pretty much drop-in replacements and come with adapters where necessary.

BMW-CS1 - 4", 2-way component set for BMW
https://www.ampire.de/Loudspeakers/C...MW-CS1&p=11308
Manual: points to S1 manual, see below.

BMW-S1 - 3-way component set for BMW, 200W
https://www.ampire.de/Loudspeakers/V...BMW-S1&p=29166
Manual: https://pdf.ampire.de/ampire/BMW_S1_Owners_Manual.pdf

BMW-S2 - 3-way component set for BMW, 300W @ 2 Ohm
https://www.ampire.de/Loudspeakers/V...BMW-S2&p=29166
Manual: points to S1 manual, see above

Looking at 8" underseat replacements, they have 2 different versions:

BMW-W1 - 100W RMS, 200W peak
https://www.ampire.de/Loudspeakers/V...BMW-W1&p=29166
BMW-W2 - 150W RMS, 300W peak
https://www.ampire.de/Loudspeakers/V...BMW-W2&p=29166
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      10-29-2016, 03:43 PM   #398
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Kaleco Audio

Well I'm happy to announce the hunt is over. Finally we have a perfect kit that is compatible with every BMW model and delivers ultimate performance. It's not the cheapest, and it's not quite a drop-in replacement, but if you're willing to put in a tiny DIY effort then you will be rewarded with absolutely divine sound in all conditions.

Sub:
http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main...kspzvO1ifCMjP0

Mid:
http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main...2RhEoca,pkn6J2

Tweeter:
http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main...ceoZX5dhD1vsx1

Interior treatment:
http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main...PHKgZMK5CINa-2

Installation tools:
http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main...bdtVgfJJf4jVU1
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      11-04-2016, 08:47 AM   #399
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I've been reading through all of the E9x stereo upgrade threads and it seems like the recommended underseat upgrade (kicker) is no longer made.

So what is the recommended speakers to go with (I have an 08 E92 M3 coupe with top hifi/personal audio).
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      11-04-2016, 09:15 AM   #400
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It depends if you're looking for mid-bass or for more of a subwoofer role.

In the mid-bass role Jehnerts have a fair few people loving them and tends to be a go-to recommendation these days.

In the subwoofer role it's pretty much always the Earthquake SWS-8 that is used.
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      11-04-2016, 09:23 AM   #401
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It depends if you're looking for mid-bass or for more of a subwoofer role.

In the mid-bass role Jehnerts have a fair few people loving them and tends to be a go-to recommendation these days.

In the subwoofer role it's pretty much always the Earthquake SWS-8 that is used.
I'm adding a custom sub to the trunk so I'm looking for mid-bass, but may end up doing all of the speakers.

I was looking at Gladen but can't find many reviews on them. Are the Jehnerts (all around) the best upgrade?
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      11-04-2016, 12:21 PM   #402
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Jehnerts are the best known and reviewed here.

Jehnerts are the best known and reviewed here.
And they are exquisite. Warm and super accurate.
xe-200's

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      11-04-2016, 01:31 PM   #403
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The absolute best option is the one that best fits in your setup based on frequency response, crossovers, power rating, ...there is no end to the amount of analysis you can go into. Unless you're willing to pour over frequency response charts, you'll be hard pressed to find an absolute perfect match. Jehnerts are a very safe bet that have received the thumbs up many times, including professional installers.
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      11-04-2016, 02:34 PM   #404
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The trouble is there is no easy way to compare
because these are rare and some of the options
that are actually designed to fit and work in these cars
cannot actually be found in local shops and sampled.

There have been few cases where the members here
told people what works and what would be effective
but they ended up doing the experiment all over again
and going through several sets of speakers before reaching
the same conclusions. I wouldn't call that cost effective.
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      11-04-2016, 05:17 PM   #405
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Funny you should say that

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...5#post20808125

I was going to post this here but this way people can discuss these articles without polluting the speaker reference thread.
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      11-06-2016, 02:48 PM   #406
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German Maestro - http://www.german-maestro.de/

Another German company, and another supporting member of IASCA. The best thing is to go straight to the catalog and browse through it. Right at the end you will find a table of installation widths and depths. There are some interesting products but there is no way to highlight any due to their dislike of standard dimensions. Expect 3,78" midrange drivers, 0.8" tweeters etc. The measurements are highly detailed which is good, and there are definitely some speakers for enclosure that are on the shallow end.

Downloads:
http://www.german-maestro.de/Englisch/Download/

Catalog:
http://www.german-maestro.de/files/m..._887062_EN.pdf
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      12-30-2016, 05:05 PM   #407
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Don't think I've seen anyone upgrade the E9X infotainment to F30! Nice! Pics?
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1253206

Just kidding, of course. Came across your post browsing through the thread as I'm looking into speaker upgrades myself.
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      04-20-2017, 05:25 PM   #408
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Im looking to replace a blow 4" rear speakers in my e93. The previous owner installed some cheesy speakers and hacked it up where the rear panel dint fully click in because the speaker was too big and pressed against the padding in the quarter panel. Im looking to get a decent set that I wont have an issue with. I read that with the e93 50mm would work but the ones is have are 45mm and hit. Im looking for a good option just for mids that will fit. Open to advise. Thanks!
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I have a retrofit for 3 series for sale; gladden mids, tweeters and subs, audisson amplifier, kenwood head unit. Bought in September 2014. Amazing sound I took it out when I bought a 5 series). $850 Canadian dollars. I'm based in Vancouver. Contact Randall at randalljisaac@gmail.com. Buyer pays shipping. Price not negotiable.
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      11-20-2017, 11:49 AM   #410
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hey all so i skimped out while these were on sale for 300 some and now they're discontinued i had my heart set on them but its whatever, for about 500 on sale or not whats the next best 4'' component set for the front doors?? based on everybody's opinions?! lmk guys
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Morels , I have heard good things about Jehnert and Gladen,
followed by diamond audio and audio systems.
I know 6spcoupe likes the Jehnert doors over the Morels(and he has the best known BMW stereo shop on the east coast.
at least I think he said that once anyway .
Hard to compare this stuff when it's pretty much not on the shelf
anywhere.
The Jehnert xe 200 underseats are a real audiophile speaker
don't know about there doors.
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      11-21-2017, 12:06 PM   #412
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hey all so i skimped out while these were on sale for 300 some and now they're discontinued i had my heart set on them but its whatever, for about 500 on sale or not whats the next best 4'' component set for the front doors?? based on everybody's opinions?! lmk guys
I have a complete Jehnert speaker set for sale, including 4" components, doorboards, and a total of (8) 6.5" midbass speakers. PM for details.
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Morels , I have heard good things about Jehnert and Gladen,
followed by diamond audio and audio systems.
I know 6spcoupe likes the Jehnert doors over the Morels(and he has the best known BMW stereo shop on the east coast.
at least I think he said that once anyway .
Hard to compare this stuff when it's pretty much not on the shelf
anywhere.
The Jehnert xe 200 underseats are a real audiophile speaker
don't know about there doors.
I have the Jehnert flat-line kit (tweeter, mid, and woofer), and I going to replace the 4" mids and the tweeter. The highs in the Jehnert cause some listening fatigue on long drives. They are just not that great compared to Morels. I had Morels in my e46, and I have them in my Tahoe. And I have not found better. But you have to pay to play.

Problem is that fitting Morels in the e92 door can be pain. And they are pricey. So I am going to give the BMW Individual speakers a try.
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Glad I have the morel dotechs in the door then.
They are smooth and accurate I can say the same for
the Jehnert xe 200 floors.
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Just a note to those considering installing the Focal IFBMW-S into an E92/93.
IT DOES NOT FIT! It will interfere with the window operation.

The Focal IFBMW-S is only suitable for the E90/E91 which obviously have a different door/window design.

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^Thanks for that. You saved me a lot of headache.
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I'm just doing some research on underseat upgrades, having not done enough before and been stung £750 by BMW for an installed Alpine upgrade (no coding either!). Fool me once...

Can't see the Rainbow IL-S8F mentioned here, but found a pair for £175 which looks like a good price - anyone got any experience with them? And would they be plug-and-play replacements for the now-amped crappy stock base system underseats I've got now?
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Just a note to those considering installing the Focal IFBMW-S into an E92/93.
IT DOES NOT FIT! It will interfere with the window operation.

The Focal IFBMW-S is only suitable for the E90/E91 which obviously have a different door/window design.
Still have em?
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