2011 - E90 - Full Install Project - Completed

borinous · 10-23-2014, 04:32 PM

Great read to work, gradually getting my head around upgrading my Base system

gtthree · 02-03-2015, 02:07 PM

Hi

This is a great build and something I am looking to copy with my F10.

I would like to ask the forum a question as I am learning everything to install from the forums.

How do you connect the centre speaker into the quadlock? Do I need to obtain a special connector for the speaker wire? If so does anyone have the part number?
Alternative would I be able to use the centre speaker harness from another BMW in the range?

If any one has a picture that would be appreciated.

Or do I need to run a the centre speaker all the way to the amp in the boot?

I will be using a technics harness on a UK base spec car - Front - 2 subs, 2 mids and rear 2 mids.
And upgrading to:
base subs
front - HK mid and tweeter
centre - HK mid and tweeter
rear - HK mid and tweeter.

A will probably install a JBL MS8, but I may use a 5 channel amp (and losing the centre speaker). To retain front and rear PDC.

Many thanks.

Gary

B33M3R · 02-03-2015, 02:36 PM

The centre speaker will connect to the MS8, either directly or with an amp inbetween. The MS8 produces the channel for it. It doesn't connect to the Quadlock.

You can't produce a mid channel without some form of processor (exception being some form of phantom centre channel created from the front left and right I recall reading somewhere). With an MS8 you won't lose your PDC.

Hope that helps

gtthree · 02-04-2015, 03:20 PM

Thanks B33M3R - thats very helpful to know about needing to run a separate centre speaker cable to the JBL MS8.

JK330i · 10-26-2015, 01:40 PM

B33M3R, just to echo what has been said so many times, thanks for going to the effort to make your DIY.

I have a new to me 330i, that i'm balanced between giving to a respected installer, or saving money and perhaps being able to afford a DSP like the Audison Bit 10 and doing it myself.

I'm ok-ish with working on and around cars, and while i know this would be a challenge, i'd not even consider it without your walkthrough.

Great job

ctuna · 10-26-2015, 02:10 PM

If you are in the UK see this guy

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=704363
or
http://www.monsteraudiodesign.co.uk/
has kits .

You need to figure out which system you have first.
Do some research . Be careful who you take it to a good test would
be to see if they can identify which of three system you have.

B33M3R · 10-26-2015, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JK330i

B33M3R, just to echo what has been said so many times, thanks for going to the effort to make your DIY.

I have a new to me 330i, that i'm balanced between giving to a respected installer, or saving money and perhaps being able to afford a DSP like the Audison Bit 10 and doing it myself.

I'm ok-ish with working on and around cars, and while i know this would be a challenge, i'd not even consider it without your walkthrough.

Great job

Thanks, pleased it's still helping people out.

Herakles · 04-02-2016, 02:47 PM

What an amazing job

My hopes of doing this on my own went down the toilet after reading what a pita the read deck speakers are

I wouldn't even bother with adding center channel - just front doors, subs, amp and rear deck

Wish I can find a reputable installer around ne pa

VP Electricity · 04-02-2016, 02:53 PM

Mobile Edge in Lehighton is a multi Retailer of the Year. They do great work but they probably only install their own gear.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Herakles

What an amazing job

My hopes of doing this on my own went down the toilet after reading what a pita the read deck speakers are

I wouldn't even bother with adding center channel - just front doors, subs, amp and rear deck

Wish I can find a reputable installer around ne pa

6spdcoupe · 04-02-2016, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Herakles

What an amazing job

My hopes of doing this on my own went down the toilet after reading what a pita the read deck speakers are

I wouldn't even bother with adding center channel - just front doors, subs, amp and rear deck

Wish I can find a reputable installer around ne pa

Where about in NE PA ? We have a lot of clients that travel in from that area.

mathematics · 04-02-2016, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VP Electricity

Mobile Edge in Lehighton is a multi Retailer of the Year. They do great work but they probably only install their own gear.

I heard those guys at Unexpected Creations in Edison, NJ, which is pretty close, know A LOT more than anyone else in the area about BMW's. They are also multi retailer of the year award winners.

B33M3R · 04-02-2016, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Herakles

What an amazing job

My hopes of doing this on my own went down the toilet after reading what a pita the read deck speakers are

I wouldn't even bother with adding center channel - just front doors, subs, amp and rear deck

Wish I can find a reputable installer around ne pa

Thanks.

Just noticed this thread has now had over 94000 views

Who'd have thought.

kaigoss69 · 04-02-2016, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Herakles

What an amazing job

My hopes of doing this on my own went down the toilet after reading what a pita the read deck speakers are

I wouldn't even bother with adding center channel - just front doors, subs, amp and rear deck

Wish I can find a reputable installer around ne pa

Don't bother replacing rear deck speakers, waste of time and money.

taibanl · 04-02-2016, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mathematics

Quote:

Originally Posted by VP Electricity

Mobile Edge in Lehighton is a multi Retailer of the Year. They do great work but they probably only install their own gear.

I heard those guys at Unexpected Creations in Edison, NJ, which is pretty close, know A LOT more than anyone else in the area about BMW's. They are also multi retailer of the year award winners.

How would you know? Its all rumor.

mathematics · 04-02-2016, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by taibanl

Quote:

Originally Posted by mathematics

Quote:

Originally Posted by VP Electricity

Mobile Edge in Lehighton is a multi Retailer of the Year. They do great work but they probably only install their own gear.

I heard those guys at Unexpected Creations in Edison, NJ, which is pretty close, know A LOT more than anyone else in the area about BMW's. They are also multi retailer of the year award winners.

How would you know? Its all rumor.

I read it on the Internet, so I know it's true.

kaigoss69 · 04-02-2016, 08:57 PM

You guys crack me up!

10-23-2014, 04:32 PM	#155
borinous Captain 38 Rep 686 Posts Drives: E90 320d SE Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Essex iTrader: (2)	Great read to work, gradually getting my head around upgrading my Base system
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02-03-2015, 02:07 PM	#156
gtthree Private First Class 44 Rep 196 Posts Drives: F10 530d Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	centre speaker wiring Hi This is a great build and something I am looking to copy with my F10. I would like to ask the forum a question as I am learning everything to install from the forums. How do you connect the centre speaker into the quadlock? Do I need to obtain a special connector for the speaker wire? If so does anyone have the part number? Alternative would I be able to use the centre speaker harness from another BMW in the range? If any one has a picture that would be appreciated. Or do I need to run a the centre speaker all the way to the amp in the boot? I will be using a technics harness on a UK base spec car - Front - 2 subs, 2 mids and rear 2 mids. And upgrading to: base subs front - HK mid and tweeter centre - HK mid and tweeter rear - HK mid and tweeter. A will probably install a JBL MS8, but I may use a 5 channel amp (and losing the centre speaker). To retain front and rear PDC. Many thanks. Gary
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02-03-2015, 02:36 PM	#157
B33M3R Captain 96 Rep 831 Posts Drives: F31 335d XD M Sport Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Cambridgeshire iTrader: (0)	The centre speaker will connect to the MS8, either directly or with an amp inbetween. The MS8 produces the channel for it. It doesn't connect to the Quadlock. You can't produce a mid channel without some form of processor (exception being some form of phantom centre channel created from the front left and right I recall reading somewhere). With an MS8 you won't lose your PDC. Hope that helps
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gtthree Private First Class 44 Rep 196 Posts Drives: F10 530d Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Thanks B33M3R - thats very helpful to know about needing to run a separate centre speaker cable to the JBL MS8.
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JK330i Enlisted Member 7 Rep 43 Posts Drives: E90 330i Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Uk iTrader: (0)	B33M3R, just to echo what has been said so many times, thanks for going to the effort to make your DIY. I have a new to me 330i, that i'm balanced between giving to a respected installer, or saving money and perhaps being able to afford a DSP like the Audison Bit 10 and doing it myself. I'm ok-ish with working on and around cars, and while i know this would be a challenge, i'd not even consider it without your walkthrough. Great job
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ctuna Lieutenant General 1911 Rep 13,101 Posts Drives: 325xi 06 wagon MT Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Santa Cruz, Ca iTrader: (0)	If you are in the UK If you are in the UK see this guy http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=704363 or http://www.monsteraudiodesign.co.uk/ has kits . You need to figure out which system you have first. Do some research . Be careful who you take it to a good test would be to see if they can identify which of three system you have.
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Herakles Captain 247 Rep 824 Posts Drives: United States Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Pa iTrader: (0)	What an amazing job My hopes of doing this on my own went down the toilet after reading what a pita the read deck speakers are I wouldn't even bother with adding center channel - just front doors, subs, amp and rear deck Wish I can find a reputable installer around ne pa
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kaigoss69 Brigadier General 300 Rep 3,969 Posts Drives: '08 335i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: JAX iTrader: (6)	You guys crack me up! __________________ Mobridge DA2 > JBL MS-8 > ARC XDi 600/4 > JBL Gti 408 Mids & Vifa OT19 Tweeters; PG Ti2 1600.5 > Morel HCW-10 & IDMax 15
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