BMW SPEAKERS UPGRADE | BIMMERTECH ALPHA ONE SYSTEM REVIEW

[@institutmorningkiss]

I just installed the Alpha One kit (4 mids, 4 tweeters, 2 subs) on my Logic 7 equipped E87 130i. Wow wow wow, I feel like I have a new car. The sound has gone from "decent" to "incredible" ! Really happy, should have done it before !

[@GeorgeAusters]

Good to hear, I’ve install the amp too!

[@bigmuvver]

Great upgrade but something a lot of people are not aware of is that all new speakers need to be run in to get their optimum performance, that applies to any sound system, don’t just put them in and turn them up, increase the volume over a couple of weeks running them in, start around 40%.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Strange you say this because I have actually noticed them get even better lol

[@nathancracknell6169]

I’ve got Hi-Fi but with a subwoofer and been thinking of doing this for a while to balance the sound cheers again George supplying content for the e87 💪

[@mgoode180566]

Hang on a minute, you don't need this when you have a 6 cylinder soundtrack 😁

[@GeorgeAusters]

Haha 😁

[@markymark7200]

I've never seen you so happy

[@GeorgeAusters]

Haha I love to see improvements!

[@danielsoares1103]

Planning to do the bellow seats change myself and I'm wondering if you haven't complicated a bit by removing the complete seats. What do you think of simply removing the 4 rail screws and then tilting the seat backwards? Wouldn't this give enough access?

[@mgmmotorz5004]

Is that bracket for the drive for the nav unit if you had that

[@GeorgeAusters]

Nah the idrive is CCC in these which uses a DVD drive in the dash👍🏻

[@mgmmotorz5004]

I wasn’t sure I remember my e46 had a nav unit in the back

[@GeorgeAusters]

@@mgmmotorz5004 Yeah pre CCC cars had the nav module in the boot

[@wntr2980]

loved this mate, watched it with my 6 year old son while he ate his chicken big mac

[@GeorgeAusters]

Legends👌🏻

[@flavoursonly]

Is this the same process on the coupe version 2 door George?

[@GeorgeAusters]

Yes👍🏻

[@baldmonkgaming4359]

Finally got my 118d back from the traders. "Never buy a car from bradford" told them all the codes all 10 of them. Only to get it back with just egr dpf clean. Runs better so will keep it for a while.The sound system as standard is pretty decent for a 14 yo car though, are these speakers better than the harmen karden?

[@JustinAzeiMusic]

Is it connected to professional cd or it has also amplifair? My car doesnt have tweeters. Could i connect them easy or i need cables and hard work?

[@lesfernandez888]

The speakers on my previous E90 330i M Sport and E60 530i M Sport were very average sounding. These look really nice - hope they sound good. The 12 speakers Bowers & Wilkins in my Jaguar XF S Portfolio is simply magnificent!

[@lesfernandez888]

You are always very meticulous and methodical in your approach to completing a piece of work - excellent ☺️☺️👌😊

[@GeorgeAusters]

Appreciate that Lesley!

[@bimmerc45]

whats the subwoofe size, or which one could i replace it with? (i dont know anything about speakers)

[@GeorgeAusters]

It all fits in the standard spaces

[@KINGjay6-t]

Can you please share the Size of the front speakers and twitters and the size of the back spears and twitters? Thanks!!!

[@GeorgeAusters]

Just buy the kit and you’ll see👍🏻

[@jackharris8649]

Would this be the same for a 1 series 2008 e81

[@GeorgeAusters]

Pretty much yes!

[@onishhira5497]

Hi will this kit also plug and play into bmw e88 1series cabriolet.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Likely yes, just input your VIN on their website to check👍🏻

[@Kilmej78]

Hey man your steering wheel is on the the wrong side 😂...but very informative video going to pick one up thanks to you cudos for posting this.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Haha! Glad to hear you liked the video!

[@legioner9]

Top job. I wonder if it's hard to code the standard radio which comes with the basic audio system, i.e. the system which doesn't have tweeters and amplifier. I also have to get the complete cable kit for a Hi-Fi system, because it will be a pain to modify the existing stock one. God, it is hard to modify these cars ...

[@ryanjames2962]

Running a Hertz system in the R58 Mini, along with an Alpine E800 DSP amp... If you sound deaden the door and the door cards properly then the 6.5" are acting as the bass drivers, so no need for proper sub in the boot taking up space.

[@TrybikPLL]

14:55 how tf did you did that

[@patrikdaniel9379]

Love it ❤️🙌🏻 you’re my favourite youtuber and best mechanic 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@GeorgeAusters]

🙌🏼

[@leenevin8451]

do tweeters matter? i dont wanna do them on my passat

[@GeorgeAusters]

I really can’t say how much tweeters affect the sound

[@leenevin8451]

@@GeorgeAusters you need to custom make a bracket on mine to fit aftermarket. The normal speaker have rivets as well Think I’ll leave them, can’t make a huge difference. The big speakers are cracked tho due to age

[@thedetailingdoctor5746]

The wheels look mint in that George 👌👌

[@GeorgeAusters]

I agree 😁

[@cyberairwolf]

should you need to also get their Amp system too? or is that more of an option? cant really justify spending another 1k on it lol

[@GeorgeAusters]

You don’t NEED their amp, it works fine on the stock one but if you want to get even more performance, you can upgrade to their amp later down the line👍🏻

[@bastaboom163]

I was waiting for that video ! Thanks George 😊👍

[@GeorgeAusters]

You’re welcome Alex!

[@andyday60]

Awesome George! You must be well-chuffed with those ;)

[@GeorgeAusters]

I am!

[@lyndonkendrick5242]

how much did they cost and from where ? thanks

[@GeorgeAusters]

Link in description

[@Jahmed5635]

We need another e90 on the channel bro!!! 🔥

[@GeorgeAusters]

I wouldn’t say no to one

[@_my.bmw_3269]

Nice upgrade!

[@GeorgeAusters]

🙌🏼

[@ForestnBlue]

Gotta love the head bobbing

[@GeorgeAusters]

😂

[@Zorororonoav1]

Literally just done this myself this last week. Came to realise my model had a glued in passenger side sub, and no sun under driver side at all, with zero wiring to go with it! So bought the black enclosures and fitted both and ordered the cable from bmw to retrofit later this week. Better be worth the hassle🥴

[@GeorgeAusters]

Good luck!

[@Zorororonoav1]

@@GeorgeAusters managed to do it, the difference is night and day, easily one of the better upgrades and not bad for £250

[@AsmensHZ]

I changed my speakers as well for Bimmertech speakers, Alpha One. Sound much better. Just now i want an extra bass.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Nice! I know they sell an upgraded amp too👌🏻

[@matuskunik2068]

Nice, but it's very expensive upgrade..

[@GeorgeAusters]

Nothing good quality comes cheap!

[@matuskunik2068]

George, do you have Logic 7 in your bmw 760Li? If yes, can you compare the quality of booth? Because i thinking about retrofit my e60 with logic 7, it's much cheaper here in Slovakia, complete set (all speakers, amplifier, harness) from second hand for 400€..this bimmer set 1200$ only for speakers + shipping and taxes, it's very expensive..

[@GeorgeAusters]

@@matuskunik2068 I’ve heard reviews saying it’s better than Logic 7 and Harman Kardon.. used speakers may be cheaper but they’re old and may be a short time away from breaking👍🏻

[@neilpike4358]

Hi George another great video mate. The speakers look amazing only downside you can’t see them when they are hidden behind the grills and under the seats.sound is pretty awesome how does it compare with the Harmon Logic 7 set up?

[@GeorgeAusters]

I haven’t heard Logic 7 to compare them to but apparently these are better than any factory BMW speakers👍🏻

[@neilpike4358]

@@GeorgeAusters my e92 has a Harmon Cardin set up I think there are 16 speakers in total. In settings you can go for Logic7 IIRC sounds amazing👍

[@URKGT]

Great video with wicked explanations in what and how to do it correctly keep up the great work and great content 🎶💯👏🏾

[@GeorgeAusters]

Much appreciated

[@stevenclark1973]

Face on that first stock bass note 😆👌

[@GeorgeAusters]

😂

[@joehodgekins8423]

Smashed it!

[@GeorgeAusters]

Cheers mate

[@flippy9133]

damn I am jealous, I do have logic 7 which sounds pretty good in my 120d

[@GeorgeAusters]

Be interesting to hear the difference between these and Logic 7

[@flippy9133]

@@GeorgeAusters its bit lacking in the deep bass department, but sounds pretty good overall

[@robciks1995]

@@flippy9133 it depends on what you are listening because Logic 7 isn't working all the time ;) Try to watch a film on your iDrive system, you will be amazed ;)

[@flippy9133]

@@robciks1995 I might dig up some old dvds lol :D

[@robciks1995]

@@flippy9133 Yeah, seems funny but thats the only way to realy experience the Logic 7 work. P.s You wont feel it from USB/Aux/Radio. Only good artist CD's or DvD's. Best to use Concert DvD's.

[@jackbean4693]

These look sweet

[@GeorgeAusters]

They certainly do!

[@AMTK1369]

Hi guys my 118d 2009 n47 cut out while driving now unable to find fault, have checked chain, changed glow plugs, glow plug relay, cam shatf sensor, crankshaft sensor, don't really know what to do it

[@leiflillandt1488]

First of all, check the fault codes. Look at some of DiagnoseDan's videos to learn how you proceed. It's useless to guess, because the problems can be anywhere and of any sort. And many times "very simple".

[@philipcrow1413]

Would you have paid the $1230 plus postage and import charges for couple of speakers?

[@GeorgeAusters]

Yes. The Harman Kardon set from BMW would cost A LOT more👍🏻

[@robciks1995]

I can get you Match full complete upgrade set for 450 euros + shipping/tax. Will be 10x better than this kit

[@andre_j_placido]

@@robciks1995 yes! For sure! I went for Match to the front speakers and Focal for rears, subwoofer and amplifier! That's a setup now!

[@cyberairwolf]

@@robciks1995 what are the components? keen to get something similar if not better but not paying $1k lol

[@pxKappa]

@@robciks1995 let me know some details mate. I'm looking to upgrade from the base system that doesn't even have tweeters lol, it sounds like sh*t. I have a feeling my speakers might be a bit too old already as I noticed some distortion recently (that feeling/sound of a deteriorating membrane) and if I'm going to change anything, I might as well upgrade to something decent. I would love to get an amp + speakers and all that for about that 500€ mark you said 😅

[@scottconnor458]

Omg 😱 where and how much ?🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@GeorgeAusters]

Link in the description

[@AsmensHZ]

A question, George. When you listen music using an AUX, the loudness of sound is the same as listen radio? I've e60, but the sound is much quieter using AUX as listen to radio.

[@johnyp2967]

Yeah standard sound system on my e60 absolutely sucks to be honest

[@GeorgeAusters]

E60s have a resister for the aux input to stop you blowing your speakers, you can remove it though

[@AsmensHZ]

@@GeorgeAusters I found a video where some guy took out sound resistors from his e61, 2008, but didn't work for mine. The sound didn't change after taking out resistors.

[@jonathanowen6147]

Brilliant! Thanks George!

[@GeorgeAusters]

Welcome Jon!

[@tonto7752]

Nice one George.. pukka job and great speakers and well fitted and explained mate... From your water pump and Thermostat I'm still to do mine can you reply with the torques bud and any tips pls bud cheers👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@fernandoruifaria5417]

Good upgrade 👍

[@robbieshaft]

The neighbours love you 🤑😀

[@GeorgeAusters]

😅

[@officialwillieg2001]

Massive🔥

[@GeorgeAusters]

👌🏻

[@davewallace9048]

The amplifier needs upgraded!!

[@GeorgeAusters]

These work great even on the standard amp but they also sell an upgraded one too!

[@thedetailingdoctor5746]

I found the 130i mid level system to be absolute crap

[@GeorgeAusters]

Maybe they are 👍🏻

[@DanielleAusters]

🙌🏼

[@theequalizer3330]

Do you no George?

[@theequalizer3330]

I thought so.

[@theequalizer3330]

1600 views and only 97 likes cmon guys.

[@GeorgeAusters]

😅

[@Schmobbb]

good job

[@robciks1995]

wasted money, would of better added a sub in a hidden enclosure and added a dps amp

[@GeorgeAusters]

I wouldn’t say so lol… Bimmertech do an upgraded Amp as well👍🏻

[@robciks1995]

@@GeorgeAusters Well the main audio source in the car doesnt change, it drops the levels on each channel from factory and it doesnt matter what kind of a amp you put in if the signal isn't flat out. With a dsp amp, like Audison AP Bit 8.9 or APF 8.9 ( in my case) you can flat out the source signal, make endless tuning, add any type of new high res input sources, etc. I have all of the speakers Stock with the audison APF 8.9 properly tuned and the speakers sound 10000 times better because of the proper tuning. Plus i added a sub in the trunk in a stealth box that doesnt make any difference in the trunk space. It gives a extra bass when its needed. Eventually its best to soundproof the speakers placements - doors, floor etc. it will make even a better result in audio plus it will remove a lot of vibration.

[@GeorgeAusters]

That’s fair enough. I’m not really interested in doing extra non standard wiring though. I’m usually the person who rips all that out when I buy a car😅

[@robciks1995]

@@GeorgeAusters you dont need to do any harcore wiring. everything is Plug and Play ;)

[@samcourt6228]

BMW stereos are mostly dogshit. How they get away with it is beyond me. Even the HK system in my old M140i wasn’t that great.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Yeah i've heard this system is better than the HK system

[@BlackDesi-nt6pd]

This speaker system is incredibly expensive 🥶🥶🥶

[@GeorgeAusters]

But so worth it!