Wiring a Car Stereo and Speakers, Amp, & Sub made EASY for Beginners

[@zosavv]

The graph at the end made my life so much easier CLUTCH❗️❗️❗️

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it helped!

[@AutoAffairsLLC]

@@TahoeSteve wait i have a blue wire in my speed wire. do i connect it to the radio wire or the blue one on the harness thats go into the car?

[@trikekid5458]

@@AutoAffairsLLC the blue wire is your signal wire yes connect it to blue wire coming out of the back of the radio

[@daking1544]

True statement

[@lynnmc9671]

As a beginner (i mean fresh beginner) wiring has been a big fear of mine, so easy to mess up. This definitely helps break down the components an what half of car tube is talking about. Understanding how these components work with each other kinda help understand what steps ill have to do in between the next

[@RileyVanAlstyne]

Wiring scares me too. I've been putting off putting my Rockville ss8p in my truck because of the wiring but this video was very informative and makes it seem not so scary 😂

[@zefdin101]

I went to electronics school, but it’s been awhile since I’ve worked in the field, so I wanted a refresher before installing a car system and this is a great, great tutorial. It’s done so anyone can understand, but it’s also solid on the technical side. You did a great job man!

[@mr.anderson4571]

man it is so hard to find videos where someone can explain it thoroughly like you.

[@TahoeSteve]

i appreciate you taking the time to say so. Makes doing these vids worthwhile. Thanks again.

[@king_of_savagery6289]

I promise you this. My reason for saying this is NOT to toot your horn or flatter you, even though I know it probably will. I am saying this because I believe in positive reinforcement towards outstanding effort and skill. And after studying car audio installation here on the KZbin University(lol) for months now, I have, throughout the course of this video, come to recognize something special(in my humble opinion). What I've noticed, is that you have shown a number of things that sets you apart from the rest of the content creators I've seen delivering the exact same, similar, or related topics and points. I'll just list a few for example. You (again, in my opinion) presented the clearest, most concise and extremely well delivered instructions of any car audio tutorial KZbin content creator I have seen, to date. You used several methods to ensure clarity. And you did it all in under 10 minutes. That's fricken impressive! These other guys have 20-50min videos explaining your exact topic and still don't deliver it half as clear and understandably as you did. You really are an outstanding teacher! And I don't say this lightly because trust me when I say, if a content creator does a sloppy job editing by not cutting out bloops that cause confusion, doesn't take the time to set up the frame correctly/goes the extra mile to ensure the clear well depicted shot, rambles about meaningless attention seeking topics/jokes, does a really bad job explaining, gives wrong instruction, basically isn't willing to put any extra effort in. I am that guy that calls them out on every specific instance. You literally had one mishap with the wiring that you could have gone back and redone the shot correctly, but that was clearly explained. So is not note worthy I.M.O., and was far overshadowed by your excellent delivery and above and beyond effort. That above and beyond effort really showed in the time you took ensuring you explain your point in various learning styles. That way you ensured someone who might have had trouble understanding the point verbally via spoken direction, might have had a better chance understanding visually via a written/drawn diagram. I thought that showed that you not only have a firm understanding of teaching methods, but also that you have integrity and are passionate about the act of teaching and reaching people intellectually. Too few times will someone comment pointing out a negative about someone, and yet never take the time to praise a positive action. And if anyone deserves that in this niche of car audio, you are certainly one of them! I think you're doing a great thing that is clearly impacting a huge number of viewers judging by the almost 1 million views. So I think that's worth a little appreciation and affirmation. You really are doing something special here. Great job! Keep up the outstanding work there Teach! You have something special when it comes to teaching brotha! Cheers! P.S. Sorry for the super long comment

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks so much!!!

[@mgtr34]

I bought all this stuff to put into my car over a year ago. I was been sitting since because I was dreading wiring in to each door. I found your vid and now I'm planning on finally getting to it this weekend! Thanks so much!

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks for sharing. good luck!

[@justCommando]

I've been watching radio wiring videos for HOURS and I can't get my head around it. Thank you for the straightforward simple explanation. Colour to colour, everyone else makes it sound like you're operating on your life partner with basic tools.

[@TahoeSteve]

Great to hear!

[@chrishansen5784]

It's easier than they make it look. Just follow the instructions that Crutchfield sends with your purchase!

[@Speedster189]

There's not much to it. Luckily theres enough colors for every different speaker. If you were colorblind or could only see white and black this job would basically be undoable for most people

[@soggyfries4347]

Just a warning, once you install a subwoofer in your car you wont be able to drive without one going forward.

[@TahoeSteve]

tru tru

[@lilypadsarethebest184]

wdym??

[@ShadowPrice]

@@lilypadsarethebest184 your car will explode 🤣🤣

[@josephlemongello1255]

@@lilypadsarethebest184 Hes saying once you have experienced the luxury of a sub in your car you will never want to go without it again

[@fafadfasfa]

True. I haven’t had subs in 3 years now. I’m still experiencing withdraw. Finally replaced all the speakers, added an apple car play stereo, 5 channel amp and just ordered a JL Audio 10W0v3-4. (4 ohm 10 inch subwoofer) Nothing too crazy but it’s definitely going to bump. 😎

[@ericrudy2504]

Thank you Mr. Steve. You explained in plain English that other channels assume we idiots already know. My last install was in 1984....so, there you go.

[@Jinkins100]

The video starts with this gentleman saying "I'm so excited because I've never done this before" so I kept skipping to the next video because I thought you meant you never installed a system before until I actually watched the video and found out you really know your stuff lol. Thank you for the video.

[@Eastsideadventures]

Ive seen like 20 videos of the speed wire connection and i want to thank you for doing this video as clear as posible so people can understand the use of it and how to connect. thank you much

[@JDMHaze]

OMG you answered all my questions in life!! i got a headunit thats not putting out sound, i did amp bypass that didnt work and was told the amp in the new headunit may have failed, and i wanted to kno if i could buy my own amp to run frm the headunit to the speakers, and your video elaborated what a radio guy told me!! now its clear!!

[@DevinJohnson.]

Just wanted to let you know I’ve come back to this video 4 times now because you go thru so much information and I’ve just finished installing a 4 channel amp for my door speakers and converted them to component speakers along with throwing a big subwoofer in it and your video saved me so much time so thank you

[@TahoeSteve]

That's music to my ears. I put a lot of sweat and time into these videos and the payback is when I can help someone out. Thanks for the feedback.

[@CondonesONE]

After connecting the 4 speakers on the four channels on the amp.. wherr did you and how connect the sub? Any help is greatly appreciated

[@DevinJohnson.]

@@CondonesONE im running a seperate amp for my sub not a 5 channel so wiring up the subwoofer amp is easy as hell theres loads of videos on yt on how to do it

[@Bige4u]

From what i've read online, the factory installed speaker wires are perfectly fine for the typical low wattage output comming from the factory installed radio and good for up to 75watts when comming from an aftermarket amplifier, higher wattage output will require thicker gauge wire and rewiring of the speakers throughout the vehicle is a must. FYI on that metra 70-2003 GM harness adapter, i came across one of those for installing an aftermarket radio only in my 2005 gmc sierra truck and the wires arent exactly one to one, speaking only for the speaker wires, if you match all wires color for color, you will get exactly left and right channels as it should be for the front and rear, but the fader channeling is backwards, when fading to the front on the HU, you will get the rears, and vise versa, other than that, its a great adapter.

[@moderngunguy3666]

If I am just going to rewire the speakers to the aftermarket amplifier in the back do I need that speed wire or does that eliminate that speed wire?

[@AkashPaul-ql1fu]

​@@moderngunguy3666eliminate If you are rewiring then you don't need to output the amp speaker output to the harness back

[@adamwhite6842]

You make it so much easier than the other 50 videos I've watched so far 🙌🏾

[@TahoeSteve]

So glad to have helped.

[@adamwhite6842]

Well... I hooked everything up, but the amp isn't turning on now.. Idk what happen! 😢

[@Dennisg26]

Agreed

[@Dennisg26]

@@adamwhite6842 what did you hook your remote wire in to. That is what turns the amp on it needs to be on a switched power source

[@pedrogutierrez7166]

We need more experienced people like you in Florida

[@MrTimdtoolman1]

You did a great job explaining how the amp in incorporated. I am a visual learner and this was crystal clear.

[@ranjodhsingh1796]

Best video on how to wire your speakers to an amp no other video has a simple explanation. Thank you saved a lot of time.

[@hittz8331]

T. Steve is very informative. Reminds me of being in school when I was learning algebra, having 2 or 3 textbooks on algebra, there was always 1 of those books that gave easier to understand examples. Tohoe Steve represents one of those easier books to understand.

[@saengtawanspurr8801]

The picture at the end made everything crystal cleared.

[@adrianarriaza3492]

This was perfectly crystal clear. I'm gonna go fix my radio and speakers now lol.

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad to help!

[@alexdel-toro323]

This is the most confusing video ever wtf well i might just be a hands on learner🤷🏽‍♂️

[@TahoeSteve]

Please contact the billing department for a full refund.

[@jakesterphillips8904]

Your the man Steve, I didn't even know they made speedwire and you explained it perfectly. Thank you.

[@deepredstate4414]

this speaker stuff goes to this speaker stuff...epic! Simplest explanation on you tube yet. Bravo!

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad you like it!

[@anythingeverything8372]

I put everything I thought I needed in my cart for a sound system then thought about how complicated this was going to be. This is the most perfect explanation I have come across. Thank you so much. I look forward to finally putting subs in my truck. I can't thank you enough for such a simple and easy to follow video!

[@XxMichx]

How did it go dude? I’m about to do the same with my truck

[@anythingeverything8372]

@@XxMichx it went perfect man, went with Kickers and it sounds amazing. Best sound system I've ever had. Even sounds better than a Cadillacs Bose speakers

[@theghostleader140]

Best how-to amp wiring on KZbin, I've never done any audio upgrades to my car before but with this everything is crystal clear to do just take your time and it'll be done nice and easy.

[@motobro00]

Haven’t understood how to do this wiring in any video I’ve watched until yours. Great clear instructions that other people don’t know how to give! Thank you!

[@amajeed2980]

That last diagram was what I was look for weeks and now I acc understand how to wire the amplifier properly. Thank you!!

[@TahoeSteve]

You are welcome!

[@rocketsstorm3070]

Nicky explained, I was kinda confused on why i would rewire the speakers but now I get it.

[@dimitridorvilier3429]

imagine having this guy as your teacher. That was amazing. good job.

[@altArchitecture]

Also the absolute bestly explained video on the subject I’ve seen. Great stuff!

[@TahoeSteve]

Wow, thanks!

[@ericvannatter9114]

I recently finished a 12 speaker focal install on an advanced car radio i finally managed to wire it but your video is so simple and easy to follow wish i found your earlier in my install

[@nicohovse4204]

Well Done.. finally a video that breaks it down for us beginners!

[@frozenmass]

Finally, a very basic explanation of what I need to do to lay out the wiring. Thank you. Much appreciated.

[@TahoeSteve]

Exactly what I was hoping to do. Thanks so much for your comment.

[@romanodaley]

I am doing a complete sound system in my 04 chevy suburban z71 with a Amp, Capasitor and Subwoofer, I just want to say the wiring info that you showed made everything work properly for my system. Thank you so much I really appreciate it. Blessings to you and your family....

[@lawnpro979]

FINLEY, a Guy who tells ya what ya need to know.....Us who are not so tech savy, need info like this, thanks

[@BrettLovell-kx9bx]

I have a ddx396. I didnt think it was the bottom of the line in the echelon series. Maybe it is now but years ago it wasn't. I will say that I installed that head unit and kenwood sport speakers (def not the top of the line speakers) and then put a Kicker 10” low profile competition sub and kicker 400 watt amp with remote in my 2005 Ford F150 STX and then moved the system to my 2002 Tundra SR-5 and in both trucks the sound was absolutely wonderful. I did have to make sure I set all the settings and crossover just right but when everything was dialed in I was very impressed. I think you'll love the DDX396. Just don't piss of your girlfriend so bad that she throws a fit and kicks your head unit blacking out the left side of the screen. That sucks! Would have gotten rid of her but we already had beautiful twin boys together so I let it slide even though it definitely chapped my ass!!

[@jamiewatkins8270]

Really did help. I wasn't sure if the speakers had to be wirred to the amp and the stereo so thank you man.

[@mtbknow-how3795]

Absolutely love your video dude. My guy I can't tell you how confused I was with the other youtubers installation videos. Your video saved my installation

[@broodyking]

this was not informative... this was SUPER informative... took me way too long to find your video but it was the only video I really needed. THANK YOU :)

[@dennisvazemiller6318]

This vid just made everything make sense for me after watching like a hundred vids this one just put everything together

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it helped

[@zweibaer.]

You're the man, Tahoe Steve! Best explanation by far. The diagram at the end was just 👌

[@Dirtymax_Danimal]

FREAKIN A... FINALLY A CLEAR CUT VIDEO ON WHAT TO DO. this video should show up first on search!!!

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it helped!

[@adrianmacias9343]

Very simple, understood explanation🙏 and a plus for the 2nd type of wiring diagram explained which is how I have it set up

[@hkdjkssikg]

Best video I have seen. I didn’t know about a speed wire. So I re ran all four speaker wires 8 of the dam things to the amp.

[@TahoeSteve]

harder to do, but a better solution in the end.

[@TheFelizer]

Cant get any clear explanation than this video. Thanks for this very detailed video 🙏🏻

[@WishfulWanderers]

Thanks so much for adding the diagram at the end, it cleared everything up nicely!

[@darrienbaylor3226]

One of the most well explained videos I've seen thank you

[@cacadeperro]

This has got to be the simplest easiest video IVE EVER SEEN on these setups> Seriously thank you! IM a TECH and IT guy but never messed with audio. Just started messing with cheap speakers in an old 97 Tahoe and I noticed well, I needed more power! I am going component and then figured a smalls sub and amp would help but i was confused as to how exactly to do it without RCAs,. Thank you dude!!!

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it helped!

[@jasperdomingo2608]

Da bestt explanation ever of a full audio wiring on a car!👌🏼 I can finally modify my stock stereo with amps, tweeters, sub etc👌🏼 thank you!!

[@jasperdomingo2608]

Btw you sound like vin diesel🤣

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it helped! Vin, huh? I will have to tell my wife, she loves him!

[@miguelito2885]

Best explanation on the whole internet , thanks for taking your time to help the one's that dont know .🔥

[@TahoeSteve]

Happy to help!

[@KrankyTrey]

Awesome video! I'm getting Bob Ross of car audio vibes

[@jonny5ive167]

Wow, this was soo good man thanks! Its all coming back to me now.

[@Rageslide999]

Thanks for the brevity and clarity. Awesome tutorial 👍🏼👍🏼

[@princeqadash7316]

Thank You Man 🙏🏽 somebody who finally makes it simple and edified

[@blufey2925]

This is the very first video where it is explained in detail where both ends of the speedwire goes. It was great how he had the harness' and speedwire laid out on the table for us visual learners,

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@salahhamed7506]

wow! this was a amazing crash course! thank you!

[@dylanweber5515]

Your a real g. My dumbass was trying to wire an amp to my stock stuff that was already wired up to an existing amp. Thanks for clearing this up for me. While I may be some random guy online, I'm now a fan. I love you Steven.

[@TahoeSteve]

Appreciate the kind words, thank you!

[@treydaypnw]

This audio install is going to sound fantastic! That 5 channel Kicker Amplifier is an Excellent choice, it's very potent! My buddy has that exact same one from Amazon. He's running just 1 12" Kicker L7 Solobaric and the shit Slaps!

[@TahoeSteve]

thanks for your nice comments!

[@alexanderirizarry5039]

I knew somewhat how to wire radios to speakers but this just made it so much easier to understand ! Thanks alot

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it helped!

[@doubleq1223]

I knew what had to be done, just couldn't wrap my head around it until you explained it! Thank you!

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad I could help!

[@MIstastacks24]

that speed wire baby was dope.

[@ryanmartenson6963]

Absolutely perfect I appreciate the In person explanation and then the graph at the end.

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad to help!

[@auck1969]

Always appreciate your tutorials, Steve! You've helped me out not only in FPV but, now my stereo as well. Many thanks!

[@TahoeSteve]

Great to hear!

[@Dennisg26]

I'm installing a 5 channel amp currently and this video just answered all my concerns. Thank you

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it helped

[@navhuss958]

Top guide you have struck the nail on the head you have made it clear and easy to understand thanks

[@thesaltfather8760]

watched so many videos trying to figure this shit out and you just hit the nail on the head. great work!

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks for taking the time to comment. Appreciate it and glad to help!

[@cesarbatista9618]

Very informative I go to school for automotive technology I love learning new stuff and appreciate a good teacher

[@TahoeSteve]

That means a lot, thanks.

[@jaysheldon6443]

There should be awards handed out for quality informative videos. This is a gold

[@wait4it852]

This answer all my questions about the 9 wire

[@diylife9118]

Steve, Solid video! I have a 99 2Dr Tahoe that I am fully restoring and this helps. Thanks!

[@artistlovepeace]

Great video and lesson. I've been wanting to put some bump in my car for a while. I finally can afford it! Thanks for the demo!

[@gregorybutler4779]

Thank you so much for this clear, concise explanation!! I was literally so frustrated trying to figure out how to Wire the speakers to the amp and this video explained everything so well thank you 🙏🏼

[@JDMHaze]

this man is a war hero lol

[@crestwhite685]

Just a student trying to enjoy his commute's more and an avid DIY'er ...if thats a word , anyways THANK YOU SIR!!!! OH MY GAWHD

[@TahoeSteve]

so glad to help!

[@ganeshnarayan5505]

Hello your video in youtube is the only one that shows how to connect to the amp great video bro. and Thank you. i was not going to pay $550.00 dollars just to put amp in my ride.

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad I could help

[@BredForAnarchy]

You should be a teacher! This has been incredibly helpful

[@zipzangler]

liked yer vid bud! your vocal inflection presents as if yer talking to a group of children which is perfect🤙

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks!

[@madeforthis9950]

Thank you i really appreciate you taking the time and effort to show us the people this information

[@joshuaaviles8368]

Finally a simplified explanation from a good teacher

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lukeskywalker3891]

Thank you for the diagram at the end of the video, that’s the way to go!

[@toddmarks581]

Wow I’ve been looking for a video all over KZbin on how to wire an amp, Godbless you for doing that diagram at the end and adding the part of wiring direct speakers to amp.

[@TahoeSteve]

Wow, thanks!

[@KHIJAPAN]

Excellent! Thank you mate. I didn't know about speed wire😮

[@saurabh2248]

Very informative. I have got vw jetta 2008, I got all the wires but I'm not confident if I would be able to pick the right connecting cables lol, I watched atleast 10 videos, this video has made it look like a piece of cake, I would love to update you guys with my progress if you would like.

[@TahoeSteve]

Please do

[@salsanchez9165]

Very informative, I hook up not one, but two amps with six speakers in my van. Save myself $500+ doing myself. Thank you very much!

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks for watching!

[@DreadedInc]

Jesus christ why was this video so buried. I really wish I found this first would have saved me hours of video

[@thezombino6119]

Thanks dude. This helped to clarify some things in my current project. Learning all of this is......not easy alone!

[@TahoeSteve]

Appreciate your comment. Thank you so much for watching.

[@senchousgarage]

Great explanation! The picture at the end really helped out too. Awesome

[@chesson61]

Saved me an entire afternoon of struggling with my stero! Thanks so much!

[@YEETMachine3000]

It all make so much sense now! Thank you so much

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it was helpful!

[@richykong2930]

I consider myself intermediate in this however this shortcut oh I love it have no qualms on wiring however saving time to get the same results perfect

[@ronmoore8732]

Best install video I’ve seen . You made it so clear and easily understandable.

[@braydenjesse7705]

Awesome, made everything clear as mud!

[@puppacito]

SPEEDWIRE! THANK YOU! WHAT A WONDERFUL THING!!

[@otekaieke111]

Precise and clear explaining , simplified to make sense to the uninitiated.Good work

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks a lot

[@unluxkyDave]

By far one of the best videos I’ve seen

[@grizzbear7170]

This is the video I’ve been looking for. Thank you. Very good!!!

[@patrickpeterman4890]

ONCE AGAIN A VERY INFORMATIVE VIDEO/TUTORIAL; I hesitate to bother you but I have a very "confusing issue; I have had a 4 speaker component speaker system; one of the old crossovers went bad; so I decided to replace the system with an ORION component system with (2) passive crossovers; (6 contact terminals on each crossover; I installed the new speaker with tweeters (high-end heat shrink connectors" for all wires; the system is designed to run thru the JLB 2CHANNEL 1500 WATT AMP: The speakers on the left door work fine-using a test light making contact with each pos.terminal produced a "weak light" but the speakers work; however the right side produces no audio-"NOTHING" no crackle hiss nothing; I disconnected the "right side speaker 6.5" and tested it with a 9-volt battery -pushed out as it should; a test light on the opposite crossover revealed a "very bright light when the probe was "TOUCHED TO THE POSITIVE CONTACTS -"WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE POS&NEG - CONTACTS FOR THE TWEETER?? Why would you have power at the crossover 2way passive crossover system; the POS&NEG WORK FOR THE POWER IN AND THE 6.5" SPEAKER- NO POWER INDICATED AT THE TWEETER-"NO NOTHING; THE CROSSOVER IS GETTING POWER BUT NO AUDIO ON THE right SIDE; I wish I knew more; any suggestions greatly appreciated, thanks PATRICK.P

[@kissarmy75]

I had a local audio store here in Indianapolis install a Kenwood head unit, amp and speakers in my 2012 Altima. The place got good reviews but not all of them. When they gave me my car back they told me it "did not start up as easy as it once did." No kidding. When I complained to the owner he blamed it on the battery in the key fob. It wasn't. I was lucky to be able to drive it home. The next morning I drove it to my local Nissan dealer. They found they had drilled a hole into the firewall cutting wires and damaging the computer. I have been out of a car for over a week now while we wait for a car computer on back order. Total bill: $2500. I complained to the car stereo shop and got no response. It's criminal people can do business like this and not be held accountable. Wiring is crucial.

[@gall49611]

After a day or so looking at install videos this is without doubt the best.....so easy to understand especially with the explanation at the end 👍

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it helped

[@justchris8442]

Great video! (Still all these yrs later).

[@leecoffey3738]

Excellent. I’m wanting to upgrade my system, and this really helps!

[@xgeezee6916]

You are the man! Thank you for being straight forward and crystal clear!

[@lilbt0915]

Very informative, 6:40 to the end of the video explained things so clear... Thank you!

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad it was helpful!