2012 Focus - Aftermarket Stereo possibilities.

[JL330]

Originally Posted by BLarson

Well to all of those who are anxiously tuned.

I bought this unit tonight.

They assured me it would be compatible. Fingers crossed.

I'll post as soon as I know.

Good luck. I hope it works because I want one of those.

Only thing that bothers me about that one in no RCAs. I'd still need a low pass filter.

[JL330]

Actually after reading the description, it says it has them so it may be the way to go. Would I need anything else to install it if I got it? I'm starting a new job next week and was going to buy this as a congratulatory gift to myself.

[dpando1]

Originally Posted by Lowell-ST1

Alpine SPS-610C speakers in the front
Alpine SPS-610 speakers in the back
Alpine SWS-1043D subwoofer
Alpine MRX-V60 5 channel amp
Alpine MRX-M50 mono amp

Freakin sweet setup! one question though...dont you only need a 4-channel amp because you have a mono amp as well?

I may be missing something so sorry ahead of time if I am

[BLarson]

Originally Posted by JL330

Actually after reading the description, it says it has them so it may be the way to go. Would I need anything else to install it if I got it? I'm starting a new job next week and was going to buy this as a congratulatory gift to myself.

The first system I bought (Movewell) was nearly identical to this one and was completely plug and play. (Except it didn't play, lol). So you won't need to buy anything else. I'd wait until I make sure this one is compatible first though.

If you don't have a backup camera you can buy one and add it to this system. That's what I did.

This is installed already. More pics to come.

[Lowell-ST1]

I found the V60 online for less $ than the F30 (4 channel amp). Same capability as 4 channel and then some.

[JL330]

Originally Posted by BLarson

The first system I bought (Movewell) was nearly identical to this one and was completely plug and play. (Except it didn't play, lol). So you won't need to buy anything else. I'd wait until I make sure this one is compatible first though.

If you don't have a backup camera you can buy one and add it to this system. That's what I did.

This is installed already. More pics to come.

Where is that mounted? I would want it to look oem, that's one of the things I'm picky about.

[dpando1]

Originally Posted by Lowell-ST1

I found the V60 online for less $ than the F30 (4 channel amp). Same capability as 4 channel and then some.

Can't complain with that!

What kind of power are they making? and how does it sound??
much appreciation for sharing

[Lowell-ST1]

5-channel car amplifier
50 watts RMS x 4 + 200 watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms
75 watts RMS x 4 + 300 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms
150 watts RMS x 2 bridged at 4 ohms + 300 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms

mono subwoofer car amplifier
300 watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms (500 watts RMS x 1 at 2 ohms)
300 watts RMS x 1 at 1 ohm

I ran a 0 awg power cable in case I ever need to complete the big 3. Sound is awesome. More than enough power for the size of the car! I'm not into bass competitions or anything like that; I honestly don't get it... To each their own. I kept the sync radio w/o MFT. The Mepra kit looks awkward and I have heard the buttons feel cheap... Not to mention the button backlight is orange not blue. If they tweak the design I'll prob upgrade the deck with GPS. The only drawback is i cant tune the stereo nearly as well as aftermarket radio allows. For now I'll use my phone for navigation if I need it. I ordered the Kuda mount with iPhone 4 adaptor.

[BLarson]

Originally Posted by JL330

Where is that mounted? I would want it to look oem, that's one of the things I'm picky about.

I am also picky about that. If you look close you can see it mounted. I looks very OEM IMO.

[JL330]

That looks good. How long do you think it will take for that new head unit to come in? I'm really interested to see how it goes, I'll probably order within the next 2 weeks.