2022 B@O sub upgrade

[ju015dd]

I would like to know what is involved with just replacing the b@o sub. Want to go with the kicker key 500 and a kicker sub. Will removing the factory amp mess with the rest of the cars speakers. Or does it only power the sub? I know I will have to run power back to the amp but have no intentions as of yet to mess with the other speakers. Really have never messed with any newer vehicles and sound systems. Was far less complicated back in the day.

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[vicorjh]

I would like to know what is involved with just replacing the b@o sub. Want to go with the kicker key 500 and a kicker sub. Will removing the factory amp mess with the rest of the cars speakers. Or does it only power the sub? I know I will have to run power back to the amp but have no intentions as of yet to mess with the other speakers. Really have never messed with any newer vehicles and sound systems. Was far less complicated back in the day.

For the B&O amp + dsp, it does drive multiple channels.

 

[ju015dd]

So, that means I need to leave the b@o amp alone then. Anyway to just add a kicker amp and new sub with messing with any of the other stuff? Also, I have no idea what a dsp is so kindergarten level here. Sorry

 

[Brian_B]

So, that means I need to leave the b@o amp alone then. Anyway to just add a kicker amp and new sub with messing with any of the other stuff? Also, I have no idea what a dsp is so kindergarten level here. Sorry

Yup. Just take the lines from the existing Sub to a speaker-level input on a new sub amp. The popular Kicker 500.1 will do that, as will a lot of other options.

DSP is Digital Signal Processor. Think of it as a computerized version of an old school Equalizer. Your B&O already does a lot of that internal to it though.

 

[vicorjh]

So, that means I need to leave the b@o amp alone then.

Yes, @Brian_B captured it well. Not too sure how much room you'll have available for both the B&O amp and the kicker amp but there is probably someone on the forum that's done that.

If you're planning on doing upgrades over time, consider running heavier gauge power back there to support a multi-channel amp ... so you don't have to keep pulling apart all of the trim.

There are amps available that give you enough channels along with the sub but that can become a bit pricey.

 

[vicorjh]

Was far less complicated back in the day.

For sure. Now with 5 times the number of speakers, multiple amplifiers, and built in adjustable-crossovers, equalizers, delays, etc.

 

[ju015dd]

Yes, @Brian_B captured it well. Not too sure how much room you'll have available for both the B&O amp and the kicker amp but there is probably someone on the forum that's done that.

If you're planning on doing upgrades over time, consider running heavier gauge power back there to support a multi-channel amp ... so you don't have to keep pulling apart all of the trim.

There are amps available that give you enough channels along with the sub but that can become a bit pricey.

Is there an option that isn't $$$$ to remove the b@o amp and replace with something to take its place? Like I said we are only looking to add an amp to power a 8 in sub.

 

[ju015dd]

Well, think I just found my answer. I am assuming leaving the factory b@o amp is going to be my choice. Do I simply unplug my factory sub and tie in with my new amp to run the new sub. Assuming I can find a spot to tuck the new amp away...... makes me just wanna stuff a box in the back with an amp attached to it like the old days...lol

 

[brkdncr]

Easiest: gearshade sub box and amp, plug and play kits adapter.

Jlaudio custom sub box

best: Mobridge dsp/amp, sub of your choice.

Others have also fit a 6.5” or 8” into the stock sub box.

I personally am aiming for the gear shade kit since the Mobridge doesn’t fit without a lot of work on 2dr models.

 

[Porque No]

I did exactly what you are looking to do. You can order a harness from PlugNPlay that will connect the key amp and kicker subwoofer. The only thing you need to do is run the power wire. Also, the key amp will fit nicely to the right towards rear of B&O enclosure with a couple of screws. I used the KICKER CompRT 8"(20cm) Subwoofer, DVC, 4-ohm, RoHS Compliant sub. It will fit in the B&O enclosure if you take (pry) the round mount off of the new sub. Check out PlugNPlay who is a sponsor and his harnesses made it super easy for a novice like me. Also, if you get better speakers for your dash it an easy swap out and made a difference.

 

[ju015dd]

I did exactly what you are looking to do. You can order a harness from PlugNPlay that will connect the key amp and kicker subwoofer. The only thing you need to do is run the power wire. Also, the key amp will fit nicely to the right towards rear of B&O enclosure with a couple of screws. I used the KICKER CompRT 8"(20cm) Subwoofer, DVC, 4-ohm, RoHS Compliant sub. It will fit in the B&O enclosure if you take (pry) the round mount off of the new sub. Check out PlugNPlay who is a sponsor and his harnesses made it super easy for a novice like me. Also, if you get better speakers for your dash it an easy swap out and made a difference.

Perfect, this is exactly what I needed. Thanks!!

 

[Porque No]

Perfect, this is exactly what I needed. Thanks!!

I looked and plugnplaykits.com. Click on the red bronco and it’s kit 2. That’s all you need other than you will need to order a power wire for the amp. If you already have the sub and amp, I think he sells the harness only. I will send you a pic of where I mounted the amp.

 

[Porque No]

I looked and plugnplaykits.com. Click on the red bronco and it’s kit 2. That’s all you need other than you will need to order a power wire for the amp. If you already have the sub and amp, I think he sells the harness only. I will send you a pic of where I mounted the amp.

This is where I put the amp…ignore the rest of the picture as this example doesn’t have the sub enclosure but your amp will fit in the same place as this one.

 

[ju015dd]

This is where I put the amp…ignore the rest of the picture as this example doesn’t have the sub enclosure but your amp will fit in the same place as this one.

Awesome. Thanks a ton!!!!!

 

[Spiderwolf]

I did exactly what you are looking to do. You can order a harness from PlugNPlay that will connect the key amp and kicker subwoofer. The only thing you need to do is run the power wire. Also, the key amp will fit nicely to the right towards rear of B&O enclosure with a couple of screws. I used the KICKER CompRT 8"(20cm) Subwoofer, DVC, 4-ohm, RoHS Compliant sub. It will fit in the B&O enclosure if you take (pry) the round mount off of the new sub. Check out PlugNPlay who is a sponsor and his harnesses made it super easy for a novice like me. Also, if you get better speakers for your dash it an easy swap out and made a difference.

How long of a power wire from the battery to the sub did you have to buy. I'm assuming you went from battery through firewall down along driver side to back, along back seat area and then to amp side panel. What was the total length? 14 Gauge?

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