Factory MTX Audio Amp/Sub installation...

[mtcwby]

Originally Posted by Bryan2230

I'm not 100% sure what you mean by put it in the radio... I'm just afraid the Theft Deterrent Feature is the same as the old Theftlock feature. The way I read the owners' manual, as long as the radio doesnt leave my vehicle, it shouldn't lock.

I've disconnected my battery numerous times while doing various engine mods, and never once had the stereo even lose the presets. You should be fine. I think the theft deterrent is only if the stereo is removed from the vehicle.

[Bryan2230]

Originally Posted by mtcwby

I've disconnected my battery numerous times while doing various engine mods, and never once had the stereo even lose the presets. You should be fine. I think the theft deterrent is only if the stereo is removed from the vehicle.

Thank you, this is the reply I was looking for.

[2010SSRS]

Originally Posted by Bryan2230

Factory Sub Box (has an built-in amp). Its made by MTX Audio. It is a GM Accessory. I paid $780 shipped from GMpartsdirect. I bought it because of ease of installation, and looking at the directions, it looks very easy to install. If my radio is gonna lock on me though, I might as well have my dealership install it.

yeah, this is the route i was gonna take too. just wondered if ya found somewhere cheaper...

Originally Posted by Onereign

Not trying to hijack your thread, but those of you that have this option, do you find that it provides enough bass for your needs/sounds good? I primarily listen to rock with some pop/hip-hop mixed in. I don't really wanna knock a hole in the sky, just want my music to sound well-rounded with a bass line you can noticeably hear.

Thanks

i have read other threads from members whom have installed it and ALL said they had to keep the gain down. ALL said the bass really thumps. one guy specified that when plugged in, the sub/amp acts as a crossover as well and filters all the bass to the sub while turning the other BA speakers into component speakers.

they ALL said it's a perfectly balanced system once the MTX's are installed.

Originally Posted by ibznu2010

Guys i had a 10 inch kicker and 250 watt amp put in my camaro and it is more than enough. Box has amp in it. Had it put in by stereo shop for 280.00

Originally Posted by first one

I have a 10" MTX with 400W amp with the Boston system for waaaayyy less than $780.00 and it sounds awesome.

Originally Posted by pleigh

I tapped directly into the harness coming into the BA amp using a speaker wire to RCA adapter.. SUPER easy..

Installed a Punch 300 Rockford Fosgate pushing an 8" JL Audio enclosed sub.. plenty of boom/oomph for me.. price less than $450 from Crutchfield..

NO code was needed for this and I can only assume it has something to do with all those cables/etc. they sent you. OH, and I did disconnect the negative post from the battery in the trunk and put it in a glove while installing...

Be sure to post your impression of the sub once installed.. I was a bit leary of the price/performance ratio

most of us realize that this factoryoption is pricey, but i for one don't care. i realize all of you are trying to be helpful, but we want the factory setup for the designed audio balance, plug and play installation and warranty. i think the few hundred extra is worth the 3/36 (or in my case 6/60) warranty alone!

i have designed and installed more systems than most of ya younger cats have seen. when a balanced system arrives likes this from the factory, jump on it.

i'm not looking to wear earplugs......just want the AC/DC and Nickleback to rock..

Originally Posted by mtcwby

I've disconnected my battery numerous times while doing various engine mods, and never once had the stereo even lose the presets. You should be fine. I think the theft deterrent is only if the stereo is removed from the vehicle.

lol.......me too yet never crossed my mind when replying...

[ssalter]

I really wanna see how this installs!!

Originally Posted by Bryan2230

Here is the MTX Box & contents, its GM accessory #92213214:

[2010SSRS]

Originally Posted by ssalter

I really wanna see how this installs!!

yes.....please take some step by step pics!

[pleigh]

Originally Posted by ssalter

I really wanna see how this installs!!

Please take pics, I'm curious about what appears to be the tabs at the top/front of the sub package and where they mount.

[Bryan2230]

I'll try to get some step by step pics. Its going to be easy install. You have to drill 2 holes in a bracket on the floor though, the rest of it is "unplug this, plug this in instead."

pleigh, the following figures might help you understand where they mount to.

[pleigh]

Thanks Bryan, it makes sense now. Be sure to post your impressions when installed.

[Bryan2230]

you guys looking for pictures... i'm not exactly sure when this thing is gonna get installed. I'm gonna try this weekend, but it might not happen this weekend.

[2010SSRS]

[Wvallediego]

Originally Posted by 2010SSRS

+1

[Bryan2230]

Its not in yet. Won't happen this weekend. Hopefully we've seen the last of the snow.

[2010SSRS]

Originally Posted by Bryan2230

Its not in yet. Won't happen this weekend. Hopefully we've seen the last of the snow.

we got 10-12 more inches coming tonight.......that system will likely make it ur way in a few days!

[Wvallediego]

Originally Posted by 2010SSRS

we got 10-12 more inches coming tonight.......that system will likely make it ur way in a few days!

That place SUCKS!!!!