Aftermarket Stereo Installer in Sandhills/Piedmont NC?

slotperfect · 12-17-2007, 05:00 PM

I am about to buy a 2001 S2000 (the one with the stereo that sucks). After searching these forums I notice that there are some high quality aftermarket audio products for the S2000. My desired result:

Better door speakers
Headrest or rear speakers
Continued ability to use the remote controls on the dashboard
XM Radio

I live in Pinehurst, NC . . . does anyone know of a professional installer that will do a quality job installing such components?

kgf3076 · 12-17-2007, 05:25 PM

Your best bet would probably be either Fayetteville or Charlotte for a good installer.

desmo4 · 12-17-2007, 07:15 PM

Get a set of Focal 165 K2P speakers for the doors. And use them to base the remaining components.

Jonathan

slotperfect · 12-18-2007, 07:52 AM

Thanks for the rec on the components . . . I am looking for an installer in the Piedmont/Sandhills region of North Carolina.

s2k330 · 12-18-2007, 10:27 AM

Good luck with your purchase. The stereo is not the greatest but the music the car makes with the top down is the best. I upgrades my 04 with a Kenwood HU, Infinity Reference components in the doors, Infinity Kapa in the pods, and the dash control interface (all from Crutchfield). I was never able to get the interface to work, hence no more dash controls. After a few weeks of having to manually play with the HU (not in a prime location) I got fed up and returned the stock HU to get back my dash controls....they are a MUST. With the new speakers I was satisfied with the results. An aftermarket HU is a must if you plan to add a Sub, with would make a huge difference. Hope my experience helps with your choices and have a great time with your new Stewie!

David

slotperfect · 12-20-2007, 04:24 AM

Thanks - I picked up the car yesterday, and I'm very happy!

So far Rhudy's in Fayetteville has been my only recommendation for a good installer in my area.

kgf3076 · 12-20-2007, 08:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s2k330

Good luck with your purchase. The stereo is not the greatest but the music the car makes with the top down is the best. I upgrades my 04 with a Kenwood HU, Infinity Reference components in the doors, Infinity Kapa in the pods, and the dash control interface (all from Crutchfield). I was never able to get the interface to work, hence no more dash controls. After a few weeks of having to manually play with the HU (not in a prime location) I got fed up and returned the stock HU to get back my dash controls....they are a MUST. With the new speakers I was satisfied with the results. An aftermarket HU is a must if you plan to add a Sub, with would make a huge difference. Hope my experience helps with your choices and have a great time with your new Stewie!

David

Get the Modifry adapter and the controls will work (if you have the right HU)

12-17-2007, 05:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
slotperfect Midlife Crisis Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pinehurst, NC Posts: 16	Aftermarket Stereo Installer in Sandhills/Piedmont NC? I am about to buy a 2001 S2000 (the one with the stereo that sucks). After searching these forums I notice that there are some high quality aftermarket audio products for the S2000. My desired result: Better door speakers Headrest or rear speakers Continued ability to use the remote controls on the dashboard XM Radio I live in Pinehurst, NC . . . does anyone know of a professional installer that will do a quality job installing such components? __________________ SP Last edited by slotperfect : 12-17-2007 at 05:04 PM. Reason: Spelling :(

12-17-2007, 05:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
kgf3076 Grumpy old(er) phart Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: At home for a change... Posts: 1,260	Your best bet would probably be either Fayetteville or Charlotte for a good installer. __________________ NOTICE: Due to Presidential Executive Orders, the National Security Agency may have read this email without warning, warrant, or notice. They may do this without any judicial or legislative oversight. You have no recourse nor protection save to use Pig-Latin for all your messages. "The BS stops when the green flag drops". In memory of David Weber - Malvern Racing

12-17-2007, 07:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
desmo4 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 401	Get a set of Focal 165 K2P speakers for the doors. And use them to base the remaining components. 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

12-18-2007, 07:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
slotperfect Midlife Crisis Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pinehurst, NC Posts: 16	Thanks for the rec on the components . . . I am looking for an installer in the Piedmont/Sandhills region of North Carolina. __________________ SP

12-20-2007, 04:24 AM	#6 (permalink)
slotperfect Midlife Crisis Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pinehurst, NC Posts: 16	Thanks - I picked up the car yesterday, and I'm very happy! So far Rhudy's in Fayetteville has been my only recommendation for a good installer in my area. __________________ SP

12-18-2007, 10:27 AM	#5 (permalink)
s2k330 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 7	Good luck with your purchase. The stereo is not the greatest but the music the car makes with the top down is the best. I upgrades my 04 with a Kenwood HU, Infinity Reference components in the doors, Infinity Kapa in the pods, and the dash control interface (all from Crutchfield). I was never able to get the interface to work, hence no more dash controls. After a few weeks of having to manually play with the HU (not in a prime location) I got fed up and returned the stock HU to get back my dash controls....they are a MUST. With the new speakers I was satisfied with the results. An aftermarket HU is a must if you plan to add a Sub, with would make a huge difference. Hope my experience helps with your choices and have a great time with your new Stewie! David

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