rear speakers in y2k???

slowrodent · 10-29-2007, 11:02 AM

Folks.
I've read some stuff regarding rear speaker connections/harness in MY2000 cars.. I'd like to hook up some rear speakers in my car, and would like to know the easiest and/or the best way to wire them.
Is it true that the Mute button will not work on the rear speakers? Or that the radio plug does not have the rear speaker connections?

Any/all info appreciated.

Thanks.

RoCKet · 10-29-2007, 11:26 AM

From what i Heard, I think it is the o5 and up that is pre-wired for headrest speakers. Are you talking about headrest speakers or are you actually installing speakers behind the seat.

slowrodent · 10-29-2007, 11:48 AM

Rocket,
I'll mount aftermarket headrest speakers, but I'm thinkin' it's the same question regardless... I know that I don't have the required harness in place... I'm just trying to figure out what I need to make it work.

Thanks

bobby2002S2K · 10-29-2007, 11:53 AM

Y2K? isnt that a bike with a helo engine. j/k Yes the factory radio in the ap1 has a hook up for rear speakers. If you notice on the Fade option on the radio if you turn the fade all the way to the back its like muting your radio the reason it does this is because there is no speakers plugged in to this channel. Hope that helps ya out.

slowrodent · 10-29-2007, 12:08 PM

Thanks Bobby..

So... You're sayin' that the 2000 radio does have the radio outputs for rear speaker hookup... That would be sweet indeed, and would simplify the process. From what I've read, the Mute won't work for the rear speakers in that model, however...

Thanks..

RoCKet · 10-29-2007, 12:18 PM

Even at that the headrest speakers should come with all reguired hardware. If the speakers do not mute with the actual mut button, bridge the rear speakers with the front speakers thus stoppng the....... anti-mute? lol Good Luck works on mine

but yet again i took mine to a car audio shop. just play with it a bit and see what works!

oh ps also see about buying a mini amp for all of your speakes........ amkes them sound great!

slowrodent · 10-29-2007, 04:49 PM

I'll give it a shot Rocket..... Hopefully without any smoke, sparks, etc.

thanks

gomarlins3 · 10-29-2007, 06:59 PM

The mute button works with my S-pods and they are hooked up as rear speakers.

slowrodent · 10-29-2007, 07:05 PM

gm3--

That;s great news regarding the mute with the rear speakers! I've found a couple articles that may explain why some folks have issues with it... I'll give it a shot and see if I can figure it out..

I bought the spod-like-speaker frames posted on ebay, and will give them a shot... The price sure is right!

desmo4 · 10-31-2007, 12:36 AM

If you put in Focals in the doors you won't need rear speakers

Jonathan

Sikocivic · 11-08-2007, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slowrodent

gm3--

That;s great news regarding the mute with the rear speakers! I've found a couple articles that may explain why some folks have issues with it... I'll give it a shot and see if I can figure it out..

I bought the spod-like-speaker frames posted on ebay, and will give them a shot... The price sure is right!

Do you have a link to those spod-like-speaker frames you got? How did they work out?

slowrodent · 11-08-2007, 06:09 PM

Siko-

Just search for "s2000 speaker" on ebay... I've purchased mine, and they're a nice kit for the price. I'll likely install them this weekend.

Scott, the fellow who sells them is a nice guy to deal with...

I'll update once I get them installed...

Sikocivic · 11-08-2007, 07:23 PM

Found them. Thats just what I am looking for. Can you take some pics of your so I can see them. The pics on Ebay are not too good.

Thanks

slowrodent · 11-12-2007, 06:31 PM

Hi all.
I just installed my pseudo-s-pods this Sat. I'm quite happy with the results. I found the speaker "brackets" on ebay, found some superb directions for adding the rear speaker wires to my radio harness, picked up some cheapo speakers, and installed the whole deal. Price was great, and i'm really amazed at how much more effective the speaker placement! I can run at a much lower volume and hear music quite well.

Rear speaker wiring instructions at:
http://www.keedyweb.net/Honda-S2000/...-speakers.html.

Speaker brackets purchased on ebay -- look for "s2000 speaker brackets".
Kit is nice, inexpensive, and the seller is a fine guy.

Only 1 negative issue (not with kit!)... On my 2000 model, the mute button indeed does not work for the rear speakers. this is evidently a radio issue, as the Mute goes INTO the radio, and the 4 speakers come OUT of it!

Here are some pics of the finished product.

This is an inexpensive way to go... It may not be the best, but the results are fine for me.

Kevin

Sikocivic · 11-12-2007, 07:19 PM

Is the covering on the front of the speaker the same as you would find on a home stereo speaker? Kind of a foam like stuff?

slowrodent · 11-13-2007, 05:22 AM

Siko.
Yes indeed. It is foam-based... probably 1/8" thick or so. It just tucks around the mounted "bracket".

10-29-2007, 11:02 AM	#1 (permalink)
slowrodent Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 76	rear speakers in y2k??? Folks. I've read some stuff regarding rear speaker connections/harness in MY2000 cars.. I'd like to hook up some rear speakers in my car, and would like to know the easiest and/or the best way to wire them. Is it true that the Mute button will not work on the rear speakers? Or that the radio plug does not have the rear speaker connections? Any/all info appreciated. Thanks.

10-29-2007, 11:53 AM	#4 (permalink)
bobby2002S2K Wisdom begins in wonder. Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lorton,VA Posts: 552	Y2K? isnt that a bike with a helo engine. j/k Yes the factory radio in the ap1 has a hook up for rear speakers. If you notice on the Fade option on the radio if you turn the fade all the way to the back its like muting your radio the reason it does this is because there is no speakers plugged in to this channel. Hope that helps ya out. __________________ I still cant get my foot off the floor and its been over a 2yrs now

10-29-2007, 12:18 PM	#6 (permalink)
RoCKet Road Ripper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Where ever there is a twisty! Posts: 257	Even at that the headrest speakers should come with all reguired hardware. If the speakers do not mute with the actual mut button, bridge the rear speakers with the front speakers thus stoppng the....... anti-mute? lol Good Luck works on mine but yet again i took mine to a car audio shop. just play with it a bit and see what works! oh ps also see about buying a mini amp for all of your speakes........ amkes them sound great! __________________ As i drive through the valley of death i shall fear no evil, for none of them can catch me anyways! Say i cant do it.......Now watch me walk on water Mods: Eagle f1's, Mugen Test Pipe, Typhoon complete CAI, Mio Gps/ Modifry Dash Bracket, Jvc Single din touchscreen head unit, JL audio 12" Comp, Kicker800 watt amp. Last edited by RoCKet : 10-29-2007 at 12:22 PM.

10-29-2007, 06:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 2,226	The mute button works with my S-pods and they are hooked up as rear speakers. __________________ Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me. "Whatever you do, where ever you go, enjoy the drive." I know for a FACT that the last year of production of the S2000 is 2003!!!!! After that, it will be the S2200 under an assumed name.

10-31-2007, 12:36 AM	#10 (permalink)
desmo4 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 401	If you put in Focals in the doors you won't need rear speakers Jonathan __________________ MY 2000 Mugen Air box, Headers, Exhaust, ECU, Pressure Plate,LSD, Radiator cap NZ Dampers, Thermo SW and Thermostat. 66 mm Throttle body, Sampco intake pipe and radiator hoses, Swift sway bars, Stillen rotors w/ M-tech extreme pads. BBS JDM Forged Wheels.w/ Potensa Re=01R's Nextgear Intake manifold gasket, SPA gauges, Alpine IDA-X001,KCE-300Bt BT Adapter, Focal 165 K2P speakers, Boston 10.5LF Subwoofer, Phoenix Gold ZX475Ti & Xenon X600.1 Sub Amp, Recaro Profi SPG w/Sparco 6 pt

10-29-2007, 11:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
RoCKet Road Ripper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Where ever there is a twisty! Posts: 257	From what i Heard, I think it is the o5 and up that is pre-wired for headrest speakers. Are you talking about headrest speakers or are you actually installing speakers behind the seat.

10-29-2007, 11:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
slowrodent Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 76	Rocket, I'll mount aftermarket headrest speakers, but I'm thinkin' it's the same question regardless... I know that I don't have the required harness in place... I'm just trying to figure out what I need to make it work. Thanks

10-29-2007, 12:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
slowrodent Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 76	Thanks Bobby.. So... You're sayin' that the 2000 radio does have the radio outputs for rear speaker hookup... That would be sweet indeed, and would simplify the process. From what I've read, the Mute won't work for the rear speakers in that model, however... Thanks..

10-29-2007, 04:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
slowrodent Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 76	I'll give it a shot Rocket..... Hopefully without any smoke, sparks, etc. thanks

10-29-2007, 07:05 PM	#9 (permalink)
slowrodent Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 76	gm3-- That;s great news regarding the mute with the rear speakers! I've found a couple articles that may explain why some folks have issues with it... I'll give it a shot and see if I can figure it out.. I bought the spod-like-speaker frames posted on ebay, and will give them a shot... The price sure is right!

11-08-2007, 06:09 PM	#12 (permalink)
slowrodent Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 76	Siko- Just search for "s2000 speaker" on ebay... I've purchased mine, and they're a nice kit for the price. I'll likely install them this weekend. Scott, the fellow who sells them is a nice guy to deal with... I'll update once I get them installed...

11-08-2007, 07:23 PM	#13 (permalink)
Sikocivic Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 56	Found them. Thats just what I am looking for. Can you take some pics of your so I can see them. The pics on Ebay are not too good. Thanks

11-12-2007, 07:19 PM	#15 (permalink)
Sikocivic Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 56	Is the covering on the front of the speaker the same as you would find on a home stereo speaker? Kind of a foam like stuff?

11-13-2007, 05:22 AM	#16 (permalink)
slowrodent Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 76	Siko. Yes indeed. It is foam-based... probably 1/8" thick or so. It just tucks around the mounted "bracket".

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