Yes power is still active to the cd changer i just went out and pressed the eject button and cartridge came out. Only problem is that the key was not in the ignition so power is constantly going to the changer. So that won't work for me. I need something with a remote turn on so i dont kill my battery.

i have an absolutely base model 2008 v6. the only option i have is PCM2.0. I don't think there is a subwoofer in my vehicle, and I do not see an amp under the spare wheel/tire. Is it possible to add a subwoofer?

So is the carpet/trim for the stealthbox black? Or is it color-matched to OEM?

JL says color match is "N/A"...

http://www.jlaudio.com/sb-p-cynne-10...ealthbox-94341

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The carpet for the stealthbox is black ... but All Cayennes have black felt carpet in the storage compartment where the stealthbox goes. You then cover with the carpeted cover that was on your car already.

I have 4 zone ac.. I want stealth box but can't ...
What kind of sub set up you guys have??
I getting one maybe this week..
Thanks

I guess this is the thread that will not die:p ...

Just redid my hidden sub enclosure with a JBL stealthbox instead of the previous fiberglass box that did not have enough volume. I also replaced the Infinity Perfect 10 with a Image Dynamics IDMAX10 (@ 2 ohms / 500W) to get more extension without an unsightly box or visible interior mods. Xmax on the IDMAX is ~25mm vs ~12mm in the Perfect.

I should also mention that the JBL stealthbox is not marketed to work for the 957 body style, only the 955. In order to get it to fit, I had to relocate a few modules, modify the box, and create a custom mount. While I was at it, I added a layer of Dynamat Extreme to deter unwanted sounds from the flexing side panels.

Image Dynamics IDMAX vs Infinity Perfect = No contest :eek:

http://www.photobykent.com/downloads...0055_small.jpg

Hidden location opened up, layer of Dynamat applied:

http://www.photobykent.com/downloads...0052_small.jpg

Almost done, buttoning her up. Shot of wired amp under spare tire and sub in panel. Clean install.

http://www.photobykent.com/downloads...0071_small.jpg

Closeup of new sub

http://www.photobykent.com/downloads...0077_small.jpg

Spare tire replaced. You can see part of the amp mounting board peaking underneath.

http://www.photobykent.com/downloads...0079_small.jpg

All done. Panels replaced. Nothing to see, huh? That is kind of the point :D

http://www.photobykent.com/downloads...0081_small.jpg

Really impressive man great job.... How loud?

Without using a decibel meter, this is a relative term in car audio. However, I can present anecdotal evidence to support that it is louder than I needed.

On the initial test drive with the misses, we went through several pop tracks on our Dension/iPod setup. On a couple of bass heavy tracks, at highway speeds, the bass was literally shaking my facial muscles. That was soon followed by a internal pressure increase that had both of us trying to "pop our ears". I contribute part of this due to the air tight nature of the vehicle. Needless to say, we turned it down and were impressed by both the SQ and SPL - even though I was not looking for SPL.

I think this is a compelling event for loud-enough. ;)

Haha sounds good man... literally and metaphorically.

Hi David & all,

Very helpful tips. I used this to help a buddy of mine install a JL amp in the exact locations on his 09 Cayenne GTS. However I couldn't get the remote turn on wire working properly. The thin RED wire tested 8v on the multimeter when the radio is ON or OFF. Thus leaving the AMP on all the time. Should this RED wire be 12V only when the radio is on? Did anyone of you verify your amp is turned off when the radio is off?

Furthermore I tried locating a 12v turn on wire at the Bose AMP on the right rear compartment too and found none. Only a 12V+ constant, speaker wires, and the fiber optic cable. Though the thin RED wire at the subwoofer harness does trace back to the BOSE amp powering the rest of the speakers.

Any suggestions?

Many thanks....

I'm a novice when it comes to electronics. Done some amp and speaker installs long ago on my BMWs. I'm interested in doing this upgrade (Alpine MRP-500 with JL Audio 10W3 sub). Went to local shop and they're quoting me $870 out the door. Yikes. $150 for amp, $200 sub, $60 box, and rest ($460) for parts and labor. They want to run power from battery and use a ?Hi/Lo converter? vs this installation which they claim is not a good idea.

With my 2013, the wires to my Bose are different. Per the picture, I have a large red with white stripe, large brown, little red with white stripe, little yellow with brown stripe, and little yellow with red stripe. Assume that the large red/white is power, large brown is ground but what about the others?

Also, not sure if I want to pull out the Bose sub or just tap into the wires and run both the Bose and potential upgraded amp/sub.

Other than needing to know what the wires are on my 2013, can someone please advise what additional parts/wires I will need to order with the amp and sub to complete the install. Thanks and sorry about the novice questions here.

I hooked up to the factory bose sub wiring, but could see a better install using "hi/lo" Low pass filtering on the amp. Reason is the factory bose system audio out for sub, varies greatly in proportion to the music volume. At low volumes, the bose boosts the bass a lot, so much so that at whisper volumes, the bass is all you hear. It is not terrible for me, as at very low volume, I just lower the bass on the pcm if needed. This mostly happens on radio, where bass is insanely boosted on commercials. At high volumes, the bose reduces the sub base output in proportion to the music. Using a full range speaker output as a tap would keep the bass proportional at all volumes. The signal would be clean enough, as sub base is not as easy to hear distortion on. Just watch out for blowing fuses if you run loud for long. I think JL has a remote sub level control optional also.

Guys, just traded in my 08' GTS that was loaded with stereo/av components that need a new home. I'll be away for Thanksgiving but should get the stuff organized afterward. PM me if interested. I haven't taking total inventory of everything but here's a rough list:

Alpine MP-500 amp (under spare tire)
JL Audio Stealthbox for cayenne 10W6 (driver side rear quarter panel)
Nav-tv bluetooth, ipod, Sirius satellite, video (through OEM screen)
Alpine DHA s690 6-disc dvd changer (was in passenger rear quarter panel) w/ remote
A/V selector with remote - ipod video to watch on OEM screen (jailbroken iphone will output on OEM screen or authorized apps if not jailbroken)
video switch to watch dvd while driving
bass knob to increase subwoofer level on the fly
and...
Alpine KCE-420v - which I didn't use
PCM late 2009 PCM & Nav upgrade discs

Hey skier, pm the prices

Hey Skier,

How much for the JL Box/sub and Alpine Amp? Thanks!

Jimmy