SIMPLE Subwoofer Upgrade for Ram 1500 (2009-2018 Ram 4th gen Trucks)

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[@TruckTV]

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[@seangreenwell2635]

Truck TV did you put another amp or just keep everything else stock? Use the radio amplifier?

[@knifeaddict1014]

Link not working

[@kanaletumlinson]

Sean he is using factory setup

[@larezito545]

How do I order it? the bass box. that is perfect under wl seat

[@rileywolfe8801]

Just installed in a 2014 3500 with the alpine system. Video was a perfect guide. Sounds great hits harder and is cleaner. Is enough to shake the mirrors and almost feels like a decent aftermarket setup. Sub is super nice quality too compared to stock.

[@beez7005]

Yo! Just saw the video 👍🏼 I’m in the exact boat you were in. I actually took mine out a few days ago, and you really can’t tell a sub was ever in there. I will use the exact one you used. Thanks!!

[@Breezio69]

I tried replacing the sub in my 2015 and ended up going with an aftermarket 800 watt amp and a 10" Alpine type R in a sealed wood box made to fit the factory location. Blows the factory sub out of the water. Upgraded the dash and door speakers with Kicker speakers.... she rocks.

[@josephdoswell9483]

Link ?

[@kw51501]

Yes. Done 2020 Laramie with stupid OEM sub. I have the bass turned all the way down and it's still overpowering. Thanks for the lil vid man, looking forward to no more ear destruction with sub par audio equipment.

[@loveofmylifemybestfriend.1297]

nice smooth sounding system man.

[@garrettphillips7528]

Just added this and the difference is noticeable immediately. Cannot wait to see how it improves as it breaks in.

[@TruckTV]

+Garrett Phillips Glad you liked it. Definitely a much cleaner sound.

[@rotwiler7674]

Anyone try a phone free spl meter like JBL one on Google play? I tested mine and max was 105 decibles, just curious if anyone else tried a spl test. All I replaced were front dash speakers with 2 ohm infinity and rear door with jbl power series 2ohm and a bazooka replacement sub in stock box on stock amp.

[@andres7.357]

Bro my OCD kicked in when you didn't center the logo

[@dhenk78]

Hey man, i work in a battery shop, Great job keeping that battery on what looks like a battery maintainer (thats how you get the longest life out of them) BUT i would recommend putting some kind of cardboard box or something around the battery incase it decides to take a shit on you (not likely) but hey we do have batteries blow up over night on a 2 amp chargw every now and then, you gotta alot of nice stuff in your garage, would suck for it to blow up and get acid all over your stuff!

[@45eno]

I have two of these 8". 1 installed in the stock tiny sealed pioneer enclosure and the other in a JL Microsub ported enclosure. Have 300watts going to it from a Pioneer 4ch amp(bridged). It sounds a bit better than my door Focal 6x8 components. The JL enclosure makes it sound a good deal better but still this sub sounds no where as good as the JL W3 8" that I have a pair of also in their microsub enclosures. It fits the need for a small footwell sub that I tuck underneath the glove box in the Miata. It's near impossible to get good bass through the thick trunk of a Miata NC so i swap out 3 different passenger footwell subs depending on if I will have a passenger or not. If I'm simply commuting the JL W3 goes in.

[@timforsyth15]

Nice video! I put a stock 2017 Ram 1500 sub in my 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 hooked up to an Alpine amp and looking in replacing the factory sub for a Rockville

[@ArchetypeofMan]

Thinking about replacing the one in my 2016 Rebel. Is there any prefab dual sub enclosures that you know of to run one on each side?

[@G-J-92]

Have a 2018 with the alpine sub and I can confirm that the OEM sub is weak, I keep bass at mid level because most song makes the sub clip. The amp can handle a better sub so definitely gonna give this a try

[@Breezio69]

I tried replacing the sub in my 2015 the exact same way and ended up going with an aftermarket 800 watt amp and a 10" Alpine type R in a sealed wood box made to fit the factory location. Blows the factory sub out of the water. Upgraded the dash and door speakers with Kicker speakers.... she rocks.

[@ThatSaskCummins]

Did you put an amp in?

[@Breezio69]

@@ThatSaskCummins read through it one more time 👍

[@ThatSaskCummins]

@@Breezio69 Thanks haha how did you install and amp?

[@Breezio69]

@@ThatSaskCummins just the normal install process on an aftermarket amp. Wiring kit, ditched the middle of the road head unit (non touch screen) it came with for a DVD head unit and wired it all up. If you have the factory touch screen and still want to install an amp you can look into a "line signal drop" and splice into your rear speakers signal to be able run the RCA cables for signal to the amp. Not the cleanest sound but not terrible.

[@LieutenantMagoo]

Way to link the boxes very helpful…

[@javiervelasquez2525]

Hi, good video, a question for you, was the subwoofer removed of 2 ohms? Thanks.

[@christianmoore3262]

Thanks for spending half the sub video showing us your motorcycle, really valuable necessary to learning the replacement process.

[@TruckTV]

Thanks for watching! 1.5 cents added to the bottom line 👍

[@fatcitycustoms3461]

I just ordered the sub and the harness! thanks bro!!! ill let you know how it turns out!

[@TheBrandolicious]

How did it turn out?

[@luissifuentes1537]

What wire harness did you use?

[@marceloramirez2926]

Man, I just bought this sub BECAUSE I watched this vid. Pulled the pioneer out after one song and put the alpine back in. Stock is the way to go unless your upgrading to a bigger sub, amp and wiring

[@justkiddin1980]

yeah you need the power to feed the sub...and i would say a decent enclosure...

[@matt22blaster]

This is exactly what I was thinking watching this video. I really don't see how you could get a better sound considering that box was specifically made for the sub it came with. On the other hand, to not hard to see how you can get a lot worse sound swapping out subs.

[@clvlndndn]

I did the same thing.

[@robertnowak7184]

He said under 100$ Sun it’s self is 196.99 with the link

[@jhop_8837]

Thanks for telling the truth. Saved me time and money

[@yotamike494]

100 nice Alpine added upgrade

[@TruckTV]

Thanks. I'm really happy with it.

[@ryanwilliams5017]

I know this is an older video, I am curious if it's worth packing the box with some speaker cotton? Does the pioneer sub seem to be the goto still for a quick upgrade?

[@GReviewz]

Sorry if this question has already been asked. Is there an amp in the sub box you remove from under the back seat? Will the audio system work if you remove the sub/box from the vehicle all together if you want to use the underwear storage?

[@EliteStricker]

It's actually under steering column by parking brake

[@SillyGooser]

Definitely going to give this a try! I was wondering if you like the sound quality with the door/dash stock speakers still in your truck? Just because if I'm going to do this upgrade I've seen some speaker packs that include a set for the door/dash as well unless a 600W sub does the trick.

[@theantiqueactionfigure]

Wow Kawasakis, all the way back to two stroke triples for me. "Let good times roll"

[@shawnsetia]

Also I have a ticking engine I need to get looked at along with a fuel issue. Its like the tube for the gas tank to breath is stuck cuz it takes me 20 minutes or more to fill up. Please recommend a good ram truck local mechanic if you can. Thx B 👊

[@TheChensoccer]

Hello there, I noticed you used the sealing tape on the speaker. Did that come with the speaker kit?

[@dennisprow7576]

Order placed, but mine being a 2012 needs a sub that doesn't draw as much power of have as high of resistance so I choose the Skar IX-8 2 ohm sub! I also, will be porting the stock sub box with PVC 3/4" pipe! Let's see how that helps open up the bass a bit

[@arevalocobra]

how did the port sound

[@dennisprow7576]

@@arevalocobra definatly breathes better but even though this sub requires very little power, it barely pushes for some reason with the stock amp

[@ad78]

The stock is actually pretty good! I just add polyfill and the difference i got is a deep bass

[@masquinongy4652]

How did you add the polyfill?

[@jakemcfadden927]

Yeah?

[@cjbarr723]

@@jakemcfadden927 I got a bag of poly fill from Walmart and just took the sub out just like he did in this video and stuffed the fill all around the inside leaving a divot for the sub to sit back into. Put it back together and done. Took me like 20 minutes tops.

[@andrewbradley6769]

I have a 2016 ram Laramie, and am thinking about changing my stock sub for something better. What size sub did you get?

[@808Cummins]

If you have a 2012 ram or below do not waste your time. The older amp will not push the pioneer. I sealed the box and added polyfill. Put back the old 8" stocker. Gets a bit deeper and punchier.

[@DustinGould]

lol I have a 14 and a 10 trucks and the 10 definitely does not have the bass of the 14 with same looking sound systems ---- Im looking for a cheaper way to upgrade the thump without going custom setup :) What do you think is a good amp upgrade ?

[@abelscaliber7969]

Dustin Gould amp doesn’t matter. The factory head unit pushes 10rms if you’re lucky. Plus the speaker wire that runs to the amp and speakers are weak. I got a 70$ after market radio with 750rm Zx kicker amp and 2 12 Comp kickers and the smash

[@abelscaliber7969]

They

[@abb1129]

Installed exact same sub 2012 ram. No difference at all. Does anybody know if I could add an after market amp?

[@enriquesalazar4621]

I’m still debating on whether to do it or not.

[@Brandon68plus1]

Thanks for video. Just bought a big horn with alpine sub and sounds pretty good but would like to get most bang outta factory box. Does the alpine sub have an amp from factory?

[@EliteStricker]

Yes

[@aaronwakefield8914]

Do you have any knowledge of a speaker system not producing any sound? I just replaced the third brake light due to a leak. Just wondering if that leak caused a short in my speakers. I also have the nine speaker Alpine system. Any info would be of great help. Thank you.

[@charleslincoln5357]

Also JBs here in alb has that sub if ur truck didn’t come with the sub

[@user-se8nh3yu1e]

You should put some polyfill inside the plastic enclosure to fix the resonance of that cheap plastic. It will increase bass performance dramatically.

[@adamg3098]

Great idea , definitely going to do that

[@youngblood2611]

I have a 2013 durango citadel and I think they are basicly the same system. Any issues??

[@millymika_cat]

Did you install the sub without a amp or are you using factory amp

[@5.0Lorenzo]

Did the seal for the sub come with the sub?

[@Avg_Vet]

Dude, appreciate the video

[@TruckTV]

No worries, glad to help.

[@SuburbanDelinquent]

Thinking about doing this also. Any issues yet?

[@TruckTV]

No issues at all, sounds much better over stock.

[@service409]

Couldn't resist playing with the bike could you: )

[@adamwitzeman7095]

So I have a 2018 Ram 1500 Crew Cab with the Alpine stereo and it’s the exact same subwoofer shown in the video but when I click the link to buy the wiring kit (the Metra 72-6514) on Amazon and I put in my vehicle info it says it does not fit my vehicle. Any ideas? I’m confused..

[@fatdaddie2004]

Do you have to have a factory alpine setup for this cause I have a 2014 and I don’t have the alpine setup so I don’t think I even have a factory sub

[@TheMorreal]

thank you for vid I want to do same and then up grade the front speakers? what should i do ?

[@TruckTV]

+Mark Morreal I'd start with the sub and see what you think then replace the dash speakers if you still wanted to clean up the sound a bit. The common dash speakers to use are the infinity reference 3022cfx. I'll probably swap mine out to those sometime soon and I'll post a video on it when I do.

[@Bricesworld2001]

Do you have a sub an wiring harness that would work on a 2024 Big horn?

[@VideoJunkee]

How’d you turn up the amp?

[@thatoff-roaddude9515]

Wish there was a video for the 19-2020 model

[@user-Chikotillo]

I think it should be similar to this method, I have 2019 RAM, and the back seat also folds like that, so I assume you can install subwoofer in the same spot...

[@anonimous2451]

What V-kat said.............manufacturer's like easy piezy............they use a lot of the same parts amongst all the lineups........not much changed there friend.

[@RandomVids519]

Can you not do this to the 2021 classics?

[@scotto7895]

Thanks for the video. My Ram is 2016 with the alpine factory setup as well. Tried your meta harness link but doesn’t fit my year. Might have to try Crutchfield. Curious are you getting full range vocals to the sub as well, since there’s no frequency control as with a amp . Thanks.

[@stevecloud]

Crutchfield shows the exact same Metra part number as he shows in the video. Amazon's system just misses it for some reason.

[@clitisoris]

Shouldn't even need that harness, just splice the factory wires.

[@luissifuentes1537]

What wire harness ended up using sir? I have a 2015 ram laramie and i want to upgrade the speakers all around.

[@michaelgiles2520]

What other sub can you used???

[@zacharyfernandez9741]

I have a 2018 ram 2500 will the link work in my truck?

[@youngblood2611]

Does it sound better than stock

[@tobygarcia2010]

I used a JL 8w1 it fit perfect.

[@623JAYR]

Hey man , is it still working? How’s you wire it bro?

[@623JAYR]

Hey man , is it still working? How’s you wire it bro?

[@michaelratliff241]

Did you stay with the stock amp? Could you share your process, and what speaker specifically? I would really like to get a JL 8in w3 in but the custom box, amp+ speaker is out of budget for now.

[@mxmotorider]

Would this setup work on a 2022 2500?

[@louindorato6855]

I have an 09 with the alpine 10 speaker system. Will it push this subwoofer ?

[@Flavorsonlyyy]

No but just swap your amp and your good to go.

[@mobkinq]

I have a 2015 ram 1500 that would like doing this to. Where did you find the box for the subs? I’m sorry. I kinda skipped parts of the video

[@donearl6675]

👍👍👍!!

[@bushcraftbasics2036]

How much is sound affected if I take the sub out to get use of the storage space (never play the music loud anyhow)?

[@Hookem_RJW]

I know in mine the doors and subs are all low and the dash board and over head are mids and highs. Without the sub you lose a thump...

[@mistararebreed8440]

I have the same sub in my 2013 Ram Sport. It sounds better than the Alpine 8" Sub that was in there. But it would sound better if I didn't still have it hooked up to the factory Amp. I found my on ebay for $60 so if you want to upgrade that weak alpine sub get one of these.

[@clvlndndn]

Mista RareBreed what amp did you use?

[@mistararebreed8440]

clvlndndn I'm still using the factory amp right now. Waiting to get a amp after I find out what I can use to keep all my factory radio stuff. Was thinking about unhooking the door speakers from the factory and running them to aftermarket amp. That way the doors will be on a separate amp from the factory but I should still keep the functions of the speakers reduction when the nav come in

[@skytortugaproductions4329]

Right now walmart has it for $54 after taxes plus free delivery, so Ebay or walmart would be best place to buy

[@MrDanieljr21982]

where is the AMP installed?

[@anonimous2451]

Was wondering cause the woofer is exposed, I saved the old cover and reused it to al least keep it from accidentally getting damaged. Still pounding bass.

[@TruckTV]

That’s not a bad idea. I like it 👍

[@anonimous2451]

@@TruckTV It's just tricky to get off due to a thin band of adhesive, I went slowly and broke it loose in small increments without damaging it at all. I also added a second layer of double backed foam insulation wrapped over the top to be cut away at the edge to give it a lil bit more cushion for the bass to really pop and isolate any vibrations from the plastic.

[@miket5506]

nice video, man! i know you've said a million times in other comments that it sounds so much better--but I was wondering if you noticed any difference in the feel? does it hit harder? i'm torn between this mod for my Durango (same stock sub, slightly differently shaped enclosure), and putting a line converter on the sub's speaker line and installing a shallow mount 10" or 12" with a 550w RMS Rockford Fosgate amp that I have sitting around. what do you think?

[@abelscaliber7969]

Bro the factory amp sucks you won’t notice a difference go aftermarket everything and head unit and it will bang

[@miket5506]

Abels Caliber that’s what I was thinking. I have the premium sound system (Beats) in my ‘17 Durango and it has the same sub in it. Sounds decent but I feel like I’m gonna end up ripping it out in a couple of years. Can’t feel it worth a damn and the sound quality is nowhere near the JBL/Rockford system I had in my old car. Might as well get my money’s worth out of it though. My butthole still hurts from that trip to the dealership in 2017 lmao

[@frankiecoleman5466]

Hey what size is that moped? 👀

[@andyclark9587]

Great video bro, question for you...I'm doing this upgrade on my Express and I need to purchase the factory amp. I heard its located under the drivers side dash, between the steering column and e-brake. Any truth to that??

[@justinkottkamp8270]

Yes its directly behind the parking brake lever

[@andyclark9587]

@@justinkottkamp8270 I wish I could find a picture of it in its natural habitat lol. Do you have one by chance?

[@justinkottkamp8270]

I can get one for you tomorrow, how would you like me to send it?

[@Friitzxe]

@@justinkottkamp8270 hey man, what do you mean right behind the parking brake? Could you send me a picture of it as well?

[@EliteStricker]

Yes

[@CODYSURAHH]

Where is the amp located, how many watts and channels does the amp have, -‘d what’s are the dimensions of sub?

[@skidmarkx8672]

The factory alpine system is 505w. Amp is located under the left side of the dash above the parking brake.

[@rotwiler7674]

Replaced mine with a bazooka dvc 2ohm sub for about $45 shipped. Has higher sensitivity, but the stock alpine amp is very weak. I honestly think to get any better sound a cheap 200watt rms amp would be needed. After replacing my front dash speakers with infinity 2 ohm and jbl 2 ohm power series in rear doors, the mids and highs are fantastic when on bluetooth or usb, but radio or he radio does not get anywhere near as loud. On phone jbl app that tests decibels output(not sure how accurate) I can hit 101.5 dbls. Everything stock except the rear jbl door speakers and infinity dash speakers(all 3) and the bazooka sub in stock box(is same exact height as the stock alpine). System sounds great but really want a amp for sub or different box.

[@TruckTV]

Good info, I'm planning on doing the Infinitys in the dash as well. Did you replace the center channel speaker too or just unplug it? I'll look into those JBL's for the rear doors too, Thanks!

[@mikecoop618]

Does it have to be a shallow mount speaker or will any 8" sub work?

[@One_Mile_Up]

Shallow mount... I literally just picked up an Audiomobile EVO 8" (2408) -- but I _WON'T_ be running this new sub off of the factory Alpine amplifier. I got an AudioControl LC-5.1300 amp to power the new sub and future door speakers. I also plan to yank the stock plastic enclosure out and treat it to some NVX sound dampening / polyfil on the inside. I've read of a _lot_ of people having really, really good results with just keeping the factory enclosure and "upgrading" it 😆(believe it or not). My reason for sticking with the factory enclosure for now is because I don't want to lose my "fold-flat" floors -- they've come in handy SO many times for me so far! I also am not looking to have a system like I did when I was 17 either -- hence the reason for just going for a "cleaner / simpler" setup! 🤘🏻😎

[@kenc165]

For $75 worth a try, looking just to improve stock. I had looked at the stealthbox but between sub and amp would be $1000. Thanks

[@TruckTV]

+Ken C I was originally looking at the stealthbox as well. I'm not interested in shaking the truck apart, just wanted to improve the stock soind as you said and this does the job perfectly. I've had it in for 2 days now and it's steadily getting a little louder as it breaks in. Definitely sounds better than the stock sub.

[@louindorato6855]

Truck TV what year was your truck ?

[@heavyflippingrandmasboifir669]

If I don't have the Alpine head unit, can I still install the sub into the factory radio? Thanks for the video bro...

[@juniorchicas5337]

I’m wondering the same thing my truck doesn’t have the alpine stereo and speakers but I did some research and all trim levels including base model have the plug for the sub unit. I’ll order it soon and let you know if it works for me

[@heavyflippingrandmasboifir669]

Well if you find out let me know & I’ll do the same

[@_beastmode_rc]

@@juniorchicas5337 did it work?

[@jacobjhughesc8666]

My dad brought a new ecodiesel it has the alpine im trying to talk him in to replace the sub with a new sub

[@TruckTV]

+Jacob j Hughes C It sounds so much better, especially now that it's broken in. Stock is good enough for some people too, just depends on what you like.

[@michaelmendes5519]

@@TruckTV how long did it take to “break” in?

[@mauriciomunoz8755]

What kinda box is that

[@gaiadi0z]

Does the seal come in the box or what type did you use?

[@TruckTV]

+Daniel The seal coolness with the Sub.

[@jrock11114]

What kind of floor mats do you have?

[@1Axis]

Looks like Weather Tech to me. I have them an work great to keep your carpet fresh.

[@OpusG5]

I wonder if you replaced amp or added another one, OEM sub rated at 200 watts and your Pioneer sub says 600 watt on the box, I would be worried to crank up music all the way. It can actually burn out amp outputs for your sub, will be costly replacement.

[@Brokynwings]

OpusG5 It's only 150w RMS though.

[@TruckTV]

No added or replaced amps, just running it off the stock one. I'm not a car audio expert so I could be totally wrong, but the Alpine stereo is 500 something watts, I'm not sure if thats divided up between channels (I imagine it is). As JW said the Pioneer is 150W RMS so it's definitely in the safe zone, people have been doing this swap for years without any issues and I haven't had any either. Infact after being broken in this sub sounds even better than I originally thought.

[@OpusG5]

Sounds like a safe approach, The parts list from Chrysler says it’s 200 watt sub, I was thinking to replace or install new one in my truck and I stumble on this video, like to know if it’s worth to replace with smaller or equivalent subwoofer if OEM sounded just fine and basically you can’t even hear difference in subs by ear unless the box that contains the woofer is bigger or modified, just wondering what is the benefit to swap out subs with similar specs, that’s all.

[@TruckTV]

+OpusG5 This is definitely a higher quality sub with much crisper sound. I found the stock one very muddy sounding and in turn the bass wouldn't hit very hard. With this sub the bass hits noticeably harder, sounds deeper and is much clearer and crisper sounding. Even though it's an alpine branded system the speakers are all a much lower quality than if you went into an audio shop and bought any decent name brand aftermarket speakers. This is true for most branded audio systems from many manufacturers. Audio quality is also a very personal thing what sounds good to someone might sound horrible to someone else. I think the Alpine system is a decent system but found the lows muddy and the highs not to be very crisp, now that I've cleaned up the lows with the sub I'll be doing the dash speakers next to clean up the highs. Even though the subs are similarly specced there is a very big difference, at least to my ears.

[@OpusG5]

604MotoVlogs, Thanks! I will do more research before upgrading my audio, not really sure if this is the right approach for me

[@luissifuentes1537]

What wire harness did you use?

[@TruckTV]

Link is in the description

[@tylergoodman5455]

Do I absolutely need the metra 72 electrical connectors or can I just cut and splice

[@tekn1x]

You can certainly cut the factory connectors, strip and land, but using the Metra connectors makes it easier to go back to stock if you should choose to do so (ie. if you sell the truck), and makes the polarity easier to get correct. Just watch your polarity, and you will be ok.

[@tylergoodman5455]

tekn1x awesome thanks a lot man

[@bigdavehornets]

👍🏿👍🏿

[@billplaisance6387]

Nice. I’ve been thinking of this upgrade as well but when I asked a customer support agent at Crutchfield about upgrading my 2018 Ram’s rear sub to this one, he advised against it because the stock Alpine amp isn’t strong enough to run it. He said pretty much any other sub for that matter other than the factory sub is too much without upgrading to an aftermarket amp just for it. I told him that yeah I would assume this little speaker would work better if it got more juice but like I said, he made it sound like I was highly not recommended. Any reason why Crutchfield would say that?

[@TruckTV]

No idea, I haven't had any issues and it sounds a lot better than stock. It's a pretty popular mod.

[@billplaisance6387]

604MotoVlogs Well, I did end up trying one of these anyway just despite what the Crutchfield guy said and I ended up returning it for a refund. I don’t see how people say these are better as a straight-up factory replacement upgrade. They might be better being powered off of an aftermarket amp but in my opinion, they ain’t worth shit on the factory Alpine amp in these late-model pickups. The bass did sound a little cleaner and just a teeny tiny bit more defined but it was just too quiet in my opinion due to lack of power it needs.

[@TruckTV]

Yeah it definitely doesn't pound but it does clean up the lows compared to the stock sub. They also do take some time to break in, I'd say within about 2 weeks it got noticeably louder, but if you're looking for really deep bass an aftermarket amp, sub and enclosure is definitely the way to go. 👍

[@billplaisance6387]

604MotoVlogs I’ve heard that as well but I’ve never heard of a subwoofer needing an actual “break in” period. Maybe on some of the higher end subs. I guess I’m just different because a little bit cleaner bass that you can barely hear is not necessarily better and certainly not worth spending money on a much more power-handling new speaker if all you’re gong to do replace the factory on with it.

[@billplaisance6387]

It might seem hard to understand at first but for the very little juice coming through that connection from the factory amp, this pioneer sub doesn’t hold a candle to factory sub.

[@SteveTheFazeman]

I'm wondering if the system's wiring will allow the subwoofer to be unplugged while the rest of the speakers will continue to play. Can't stand subwoofers.

[@theejoeylee]

So you've never heard a proper subwoofer...

[@SteveTheFazeman]

@@theejoeylee, I have Joey. It's the Lexicon Sound System in my 2016 Equus. The system's subwoofer is so beautifully blended with the rest of the speakers that I can't say enough good about the high fidelity of Lexicon. Truly remarkable. So I was wrong in giving a blanket statement that I hate subwoofers. Yet, there is much truth in that statement because many subwoofers are their own entity. They give off this thumpin' boom boom sound that is atrocious. I believe the separate subwoofer sound was driven by a culture that desired something comparable to the loud sound of a mountain motor dragster. On that point, audio high fidelity was lost.

[@theejoeylee]

@@SteveTheFazeman Bingo

[@kasimsaric2454]

Turn the bass down problem solved lol

[@SteveTheFazeman]

@@kasimsaric2454, I turned it all the way down. Still didn't help. The subwoofer is its own entity. For me, it's useless in the application of a vehicle.

[@JackBurton78]

How deep can the sub be in this box?

[@lucyintheskywithdiamonds2537]

4 inch

[@DesertStorm_]

Whoa wait so thats what that wire is under my passenger backseat??? No wiring to the battery needed? No beed for a fuse or any wiring at all? You just plug that one wire in and its done?

[@clitisoris]

It's just a sub, not an amp. Those wires are just speaker wires.

[@clvlndndn]

Idk man. Just installed mine and the factory sub sounds fuller than this thing. I think I’m gonna switch back.

[@marceloramirez2926]

clvlndndn literally just installed mine for one song and did the same thing. I pulled the pioneer out and put the factory alpine back in. Muuuch better

[@juanrocj0o9htu43ri0k]

Maybe you wired it out of phase ? If you did the door speakers will cancel out the bass from the subwoofer

[@TheMorreal]

cool job PLEASE respond Are you still happy? i want to do same ? in jan 2018 do you still recommend ? 2017 Ram rebel

[@TruckTV]

+Mark Morreal Yeah I'm really happy with it, just keeps getting better as it breaks in. I'd definitely recommend this mod to anyone.

[@rebelrealized1299]

Looking at this for my rebel 2 👀 lol!

[@aj30589]

What I did for my rebel was replace sub with kicker. Then used a ct sounds 300 watt amp with a pac controller just for the kicker sub. And wow what a difference without dumping too much money !

[@coreychannel.]

@@aj30589 do you have a link for that set up

[@robbiestevens1208]

So I have this same set up in my ram. My question is where tf is the amp 😂 I have 2 12s I wanna run in mine but Ik the amp won’t run those I just wanna know where the heck it is 😂

[@EliteStricker]

By parking brake

[@volkodavwolfcrusherlv7133]

I don't know why everyone acts like the factory alpine system doesn't sound good. If you set it right it sounds like you have a custom system. I have done full 3k + systems in my cars before and this sounds fine. If you upgrade just the sub its not doing much. You need more amp power to better speakers that can take it.

[@billet5.7]

I disagree, the Alpine is nothing. I had Bose in my last truck with factory amp and sub along with 2 10" JLs under the rear seat and a 500 watt mono amp and it sounded way better. I will be putting the 2 10's under the rear seat along with the aftermarket amp just need a box and LOC.

[@volkodavwolfcrusherlv7133]

@@billet5.7 Oh so you added. Good job bud. Thats like saying my truck comes with ok tires so I added a 4" lift and put 35" so I clear stuff way better. You must be in the category of "THE REST OF SOCIETY"

[@billet5.7]

@@volkodavwolfcrusherlv7133 well seeing how the amp and sub were located in my centre console what was the point in removing them. I just wanted more bass and better sound being able to lower the settings for the speakers themselves. It's a little different than lifting your truck with bigger tires as the cost is quite a bit different...

[@volkodavwolfcrusherlv7133]

@@billet5.7 I guess you didn't understand what I am saying. I feel the stock system is fine for what it is, you are talking about upgrading but knocking the stock system. Anything on a car/truck can be better if upgraded, I'm saying for what it is, it does the job. I use to have 3k to 5k systems in my vehicles and there is no need anymore, I really only here cars bumping when I got back to my home town in Montebello.

[@clayshinn6953]

Totally agree! The stock Alpine system is great for what it is...a stock system. I've had plenty of expensive upgraded systems, but now, I don't need all of that. I don't plan on doing anything to the factory system. Like you said, with a little fine tuning, that system sounds great!

[@TheSaldmansaldman]

Does it sound louder then the original?

[@brandonjones4666]

Salvador Alvarez x2 wondering the same thing

[@Humborg1]

Salvador Alvarez

[@jeremylocklear9118]

I bought a mtx box for 2 10s and it sounded fukn gr8....highly recommend the mtx box, it is a bit expensive but well worth the money if youre an audiophile like myself. Also, please tell me that was at least a zx6r, i have a zx10r. Youre to big to be on a 300 bro lol

[@d_dizzie_druck5753]

How difficult is it to put in a bigger amp & possibly add 2 subs in this truck? We would like to put 2 10"s maybe even 12"s in. Keep factory head unit, & the rest of the Factory sterro. However i have been told that adding a differnt amp into this factory Alpine system is about $2,500.00-$3,500.00😭

[@jeremysmith8990]

D_Dizzie _Druck for $400 you can do 2-12’s and a thousand watt amp from E-Bay it’s Kenwood but in the cab it slams as hard as my 10” P2’s in my Rubicon JKU!

[@freddyacosta2358]

Sub is clean. Truck, not clean 😂

[@Woon_Shen_Hang]

Без виброизоляции это смех

[@mikepaonessa9310]

Replacing mine with a Rockford fosgate shallow mount.. alpine is a Great system but a factory alpine still isn’t the same as actually going and buying your own alpine system. More of a downgraded alpine system from factory.

[@TruckTV]

I agree 100%, the factory installed systems are nowhere near the quality of aftermarket, doesn't matter if it's Alpine, Bose or any of the others. They're all cost cut to a point for mass production in new vehicles.

[@billet5.7]

Agreed, I'm pretty sure they're just factory speakers branded with Alpine logos. They sound alright but not the best.

[@mattm3843]

that thing isnt even moving buy a good amp

[@joelgross218]

Wow what a waste of time and money. The stock sub is the best way so don’t listen to someone who has no clue what they are talking about

[@joshuagray6605]

Yes because oem is always the best possible solution to everything. The entire billion dollar aftermarket is all a scam and a hoax. Btw, reynolds wrap makes the best hats 😂

[@dhooter]

Why is every damn Canook in Canada loaded with cash? Does McDonald's pay 38 an hour or what?

[@TruckTV]

I make more than that lol, don't work at McDonalds either.

[@np7509]

Buck Shot lol

[@np7509]

Buck Shot come on bro what u doing moppin floors at mcdiks

[@dhooter]

604MotoVlogs 38 Canook dollars?

[@np7509]

Buck Shot land of the free

[@serafinperez71]

Man dats wack yo no bass 😂😂😂

[@moparjr89]

Pioneer is shit and a massive downgrade