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Offline winrya

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What's the opinion on this??
« on: April 17, 2009, 03:20:25 pm »
Blaupunkt plug and play THA 555 amp.

See here: http://www.bluespot.co.uk/stock/amplifier_4.asp

Basically I love my RNS-510 but would love to add a sub for improved bass.  This amp plugs into the normal system with the VW wiring kit.  It draws all the power through the loom and takes around 15-30 mins to fit.  From what I've read it makes a massive improvement to the standard speakers but also has a 5th output which can be used to run a sub.  Not cheap but for ease of installation I'm really tempted. 

Anyone know of any alternatives or have any feedback on this setup?

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Ryan
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #1 on: April 17, 2009, 03:22:20 pm »
OEM Plus always gets my vote  :happy2:

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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #2 on: April 17, 2009, 03:24:57 pm »
Not heard of anyone using one of these but the specs look good  :happy2:

The JL Cleansweap device has always been my plan when I have some budget for audi upgrades as like you I want to keep the RNS-510 up front  :smiley:

 
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #3 on: April 17, 2009, 03:29:21 pm »
Quote from: animal on April 17, 2009, 03:22:20 pm
OEM Plus always gets my vote  :happy2:



Sorry might be being stupid, is that a device?
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #4 on: April 17, 2009, 03:32:55 pm »
Quote from: SteveP on April 17, 2009, 03:24:57 pm
Not heard of anyone using one of these but the specs look good  :happy2:

The JL Cleansweap device has always been my plan when I have some budget for audi upgrades as like you I want to keep the RNS-510 up front  :smiley:

 

In searching for reviews on the Blaupunkt I'd noticed the cleansweep mentioned but while a nice improvement, the Blaupunkt apparently takes it a step further.  Most of the reviews are for the 4 channel amp which just runs the standard speakers and the feedback seems too good to be true.  Really fancy a sub for the extra punch.
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #5 on: April 17, 2009, 04:24:38 pm »
^^^ it certainly looks that way that this is an ideal solution for keeping things OEM up front with the option for some much needed bass  :jumpmove:

It's a shame I didn't know about this a couple of weeks ago when I was in the USA as it's way cheaper for the unit and connection cable over there  :sad:


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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #6 on: April 19, 2009, 08:43:10 am »
Ohh, I like the look of this.
Keeping the RNS510 is a must, but some added ooomph would be good.
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #7 on: April 19, 2009, 09:19:22 am »
Looking at the specs that is a really good option for peeps wanting to keep their OEM head units. 5 channel as well 8)
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #8 on: April 19, 2009, 10:34:16 am »
I'm going to treat myself in the next few weeks and will post feedback when I get it. Luckily a friend has a spare 12" sub and enclosure in his loft which he says I can have for free so should keep costs down a little. Is 12" a little big?? Would 8" or 10" be better suited?

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Re: What's the opinion on this??
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #10 on: April 19, 2009, 04:48:39 pm »
this looks great i think ill be buying 1 of these in the next few week :happy2:
just to make sure i understand this right,  will this just plug in and power the speakers through the loom or will i need to run wires?. 
should fit nicely under the passenger seat  , cheers guys
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #11 on: April 19, 2009, 06:33:42 pm »
Quote from: v2brett on April 19, 2009, 04:48:39 pm
this looks great i think ill be buying 1 of these in the next few week :happy2:
just to make sure i understand this right,  will this just plug in and power the speakers through the loom or will i need to run wires?. 
should fit nicely under the passenger seat  , cheers guys

If you buy the 4 channel version just to amplify the speakers then yes, it will fit under the seat.  The 5 channel version will need to be installed in the boot.  For all of these amps you need a modified blaupunkt wiring loom which is quite costly :sad:

But with this it is indeed as simple as plugging it in.

Can't wait to see if it brings the improvement I'm looking for :smiley:
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #12 on: April 19, 2009, 06:36:48 pm »
^^^ Do a search for the cables as I saw some available in the USA for $19.99  :confused:
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #13 on: April 19, 2009, 09:08:43 pm »
Quote from: winrya on April 19, 2009, 06:33:42 pm
Quote from: v2brett on April 19, 2009, 04:48:39 pm
this looks great i think ill be buying 1 of these in the next few week :happy2:
just to make sure i understand this right,  will this just plug in and power the speakers through the loom or will i need to run wires?. 
should fit nicely under the passenger seat  , cheers guys

If you buy the 4 channel version just to amplify the speakers then yes, it will fit under the seat.  The 5 channel version will need to be installed in the boot.  For all of these amps you need a modified blaupunkt wiring loom which is quite costly :sad:

But with this it is indeed as simple as plugging it in.

Can't wait to see if it brings the improvement I'm looking for :smiley:

thanks for that  :drinking:  i had visions of having to run wires to all speakers, looks like ill need a 5 channel too as i want to run a sub or maybe a 4 channel and just run the front doors and a sub...  decisions decisions  :signLOL:

just done some reading up and the 5 channel is needed if you wish to run a sub
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Re: What's the opinion on this??
« Reply #14 on: April 20, 2009, 12:37:35 am »
After reading this thread i thought i would mention that i have a JL Audio Cleansweep for sale, its second hand and has been used for about 5-6 months.  :smiley:
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