EdgeLimit13 Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Hello everyone, I'm thinking of upgrading the audio system on my EDGE 2013, I honestly liked the Sony System audio sound when I got the car first, but now I got used to it and in fact I think the speakers are not crystal clear enough to my ears. Therefore, I’m planning to replace 4doors with Kappa infinity speakers. But after a lot of research including Cruchfiled advising; I'm a bit confused if just replacing the speakers going to be just fine to have the clarity with the sound balance of SONY SYNC system. Or do I have to install an amp? cuz the only thing keeps me away from adding the amp is that I do NOT want to lose any of the SYNC features after amp installation such as (Wheel steering audio control, command voice, etc) rather than audio distribution balance. To make myself clearer, I do NOT want to end up with endless problems with electricity after adding an amp or missing up the SYNC. I'm saying that cuz as you know SONY SYNC is kinda touchy and I'm really worried of any modifications will screw it up. Apologizing for the long story, but I really need your experience of such a modification and your advise will be highly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krazyknuk Posted August 6, 2014 Report Share Posted August 6, 2014 The easy way is to just replace the speakers and use the amp that is already in the car. Just replacing the speakers will generally improve the sound quality. Having said that a new amp will make it sound much better than using the factory amp. You don't have to replace the head unit "Sync" to install an aftermarket amp you will however need a line converter to do the job. A line converter connects to your speaker wires and converts them into an RCA audio signal so you can install an aftermarket amp. If this is all Greek to you best to take it to a good car audio shop and get it done. to give you a rough idea you should spend roughly 200-400 on a good line converter.....just get a good one (audio control or Audison are my favorites). Amp should run 2-400 as well. Install and parts for installa good shop will normally charge 3-400 for the install. Also you can just install the new speakers and see if your happy with that if you want more then try option 2 Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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