B&O System - Looking to Upgrade

[Ford Motor Company]

Just got our Bronco with Lux, if bass is over normal half preset we get terrible distortion/ panel vibration over volume 11. I didn’t see any comments on that. Anyone else have issue? Trying to understand if just the way it is or possibly a service visit / vibration dampening that can help.

Hi there! Can you send us a PM with your VIN and Ford dealership information? I’d be happy to look into this Bronco concern on my end.

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[TahoeTexan]

If you want to do more than just a speaker swap, it's probably the way to go. When my Wildrak is built, I will start with the speaker swap.

I have a Fix 86 in my Ridgeline and it does all the same, but not just an easy plug n play

 

[cigartexan]

With the B&O system, you'll likely need the NavTV Zen-A2B. That is, if it's anything like the B&O in other Ford applications. This should get a flat signal that can be tuned later. The price of admission is not cheap.

https://navtv.com/products/NTV-KIT889/zen-a2b-dsp12a-a2b.html

Actually lists 2021 Bronco in their compatibility chart. I ordered one, but will be a few weeks before I can build out my system.

 

[Hossfire]

Just a quick update - I emailed them for some additional info, and this is what they had to say:

I signed up for their mailing list. It will be interesting to see what they come up with.

 

[j_anderson]

I signed up for their mailing list. It will be interesting to see what they come up with.

Anyone here familiar with OEM Audio Plus? The design speaker upgrades around the car's acoustics. I've read and watched positive reviews on the systems but haven't experienced one myself. They are pricing however..

Here is their setup for the JL Wrangler.

https://oemaudioplus.com/jeep/jl-se/

I reached out to them and got a reply as follows:

O+:
Thank you for your interest in O+!
You can view our sign up page to keep updated on our progress for our Bronco Sound Solution at this link HERE. We'll email out details as we design the system fully, and you can be one of the first to order one we open pre-orders.


Please let us know if we can answer any other questions!
At your service,


ME:

Awesome, thank you so much! Do you have any ballpark time frames? 6 months? 12?

O+:
It is truly on our shortlist. We would hope to say in the next 6 months, but we also are taking note of interest from the community (those who sign up expressing demand). We will be sure to send an emails of substance as we get started. Likewise we welcome you reaching out should you have any questions along the way!



With as subpar as the stereo is in both the base and B&O set-ups, we should get as many people as possible to sign up for information on the Bronco upgrade: Sign up here

 

[Wolfeman]

Hi there! Can you send us a PM with your VIN and Ford dealership information? I’d be happy to look into this Bronco concern on my end.

I feel like everyone with the factory sub is having this same issue. I know I am also experiencing a rattle at certain frequencies when the volume is about 11 or so.

 

[Strykerwsu]

Thanks for confirming others have same issue. I assume some sound deadening material in that area can really help. The sub sounded as though ot is putting out decent bass. Not earth shattering, but good enough for most listening if the panels weren't making that terrible distorted sound.

 

[mpeugeot]

Hi there! Can you send us a PM with your VIN and Ford dealership information? I’d be happy to look into this Bronco concern on my end.

You should come join us for the 2.7 engine discussion thread!

 

[604Bronco]

You should come join us for the 2.7 engine discussion thread!

Good luck. I DM'd them about my FordPass issue, and once they learned I was from Canada, they miraculously couldn't help me.

 

[j_anderson]

You should come join us for the 2.7 engine discussion thread!

they are not going to touch that with a 10' pole but I'm here for it of they do sack up.

 

[j_anderson]

Good luck. I DM'd them about my FordPass issue, and once they learned I was from Canada, they miraculously couldn't help me.

what was your issue? I had one for a while..... worked with tech support, next level tech support who engaged engineers. Couldn't fix my issue. A forum member was able to though

 

[604Bronco]

what was your issue? I had one for a while..... worked with tech support, next level tech support who engaged engineers. Couldn't fix my issue. A forum member was able to though

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/securialert.31763/post-1091640

 

[j_anderson]

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/securialert.31763/post-1091640

I had an issue with connected nav. I couldn't use it for my entire free trial up until the day before it expired. Turns out, deleting the vehicle and re-add it to Fordpass was all that was needed.

Its something I would have never thought would make a difference since the app worked just fine for lock/unlock/remote start, etc.. and something the Ford infotainment/tech engineers didnt suggest I try. Yet, it was the resolution. So, I have to ask, have you tried that?

 

[604Bronco]

I had an issue with connected nav. I couldn't use it for my entire free trial up until the day before it expired. Turns out, deleting the vehicle and re-add it to Fordpass was all that was needed.

Its something I would have never thought would make a difference since the app worked just fine for lock/unlock/remote start, etc.. and something the Ford infotainment/tech engineers didnt suggest I try. Yet, it was the resolution. So, I have to ask, have you tried that?

I deleted the app and re-installed, but I didn't try that! And one thing I didn't think of, was I sent the request to my vehicle when it was in-transit to me, so maybe that's why. I'll give that a shot - Thank you!

Edit: Well, I deleted my vehicle profile and re-added it... And now Securialert doesn't show up anymore. Thanks a lot @j_anderson I guess technically it did solve my problem, lol.

 

[Gamecock2010]

I'm picking up my 2DR from a local audio shop tomorrow and was told similar things that the OP mentioned. I had them install a JL XD600/1v2 and HO112-W6V3. They wired the remote to Aux 6 so I can kill the amp and take the box out for extra cargo when needed which will be rare for me.

I asked about replacing the 4s and 6.5s and they said it would be a marginal if any difference. They weren't pushy but said adding an amp would be recommended with the replacement speakers. And noted the Zen A2B requirement to replace the B&O amp. So I'm going to drive it a while, then maybe replace the dash and rear pod speakers myself, a little more worried about the kick replacement. If I like it, great, if not, I'll consider the amp/Zen.

They recently installed JL vex pods for another customer's Bronco, without an amp replacement, and they were happy with the results, since that moves the rear pods up to 6.5s from 4s.

Here's some photos of my install. They did some dynamat and also quiet tape on the tailgate plastic pieces to help with rattle. They removed the stock B&O sub, and put the JL amp in its place. I hated the B&O sub.

I would consider myself an audiophile, I have a pretty nasty KEF THX speaker setup in our media room, just not sure I want to drop another $3-4K into the Bronco for this just yet. Hoping the sub upgrade is enough for a while!

do you have any photos of the dynamat they put in to help with the rattle?! still working with the stock B&O but the rattle from the sub at higher volumes is enemy #1

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