SOUND SYSTEM REPLACEMENT
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ML500 ML350
SOUND SYSTEM REPLACEMENT
I am interested in replacing the head unit in my 2002 ML500 (Bose system w/ CD changer).
The unit works fine however I want hands-free calling and a backup camera. The ability to play a audio CD/DVD would be nice but is not a must have.
What suggestions do you folks have ?
Thanks
The unit works fine however I want hands-free calling and a backup camera. The ability to play a audio CD/DVD would be nice but is not a must have.
What suggestions do you folks have ?
Thanks
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From: Forked River, NJ
2014 C63
I was thinking about doing this myself recently. But I was told that adding a new head unit would cancel out the amp and subwoofer that come with the Bose system. Have you been told the same?
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Yes however the unit I am considering has both a sub wolfer output and built-in 4 channel amp.
I was hoping someone had replaced a factory Bose unit and had another suggestion.
https://www.ebay.com/b/Car-Audio-In-...9337/bn_583500
I was hoping someone had replaced a factory Bose unit and had another suggestion.
https://www.ebay.com/b/Car-Audio-In-...9337/bn_583500
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From: Forked River, NJ
2014 C63
Everything I've heard about replacing the factory head unit is a pain. The factory system speakers run on 2 OHMs instead of the 4 OHMs which most aftermarket head units put out. This will eventually blow out your speakers. Also the factory Amp uses Fiber Optic lines which aftermarket head units don't have. I have heard that they make piece that will allow you to still use your factory amp and sub with a new head unit but I haven't been able to find one. Just something to keep in mind.
