I just got the new 09 Lancer. I didnt get the model that comes with the sub. (RF SUCKS)

Now i went to get 2, just 2, JL audio w3 12" subs and a 500/1 slash series amp installed. During the set up the audio installers blew out the e-tach (computer for the headlight system). My lights wouldnt shut off after. They paid to fix it because it voided the warrenty because of this.

Now at the dealer im being told that this NEW Lancer isnt built for this kinda audio system. I asked them that if i get a system hooked up is this issue going to always come up. They told me possibly and again, this car is very sensetive to any after market audio systems and thats why they made one that already comes with an audio system (which suks).

Does any one else have a after market audio system or is it even possible to add one?

OH YEA I FORGOT...Hi, im new here...

i have 2 12" subs and a 500w amp as well. I have the RF package and im using the RF head unit. Everything is fine. But when my dad was helping me install it.. He took the 12v wire for power to the amp and tried to get it under a fuse in my fuse box under the steering wheel and the flathead screwdriver he used slipped and blew out my side view mirrors fuse. Thats the only problem i ran into. Oh.. and the box i used was hard as hell to get into the trunk. No head light problems. No fluttering when bass peaks.

Yeah, I've got no problems either.
ES model with standard 4 speaker system. I've personally fitted a Rockford 4 channel amp, 12" sub and 3 way component speakers in the front without any hassle. My dealer knows about it and they're so happy with it they want me to show the car to other prospective buyers. I told them they better throw some cash my way before they use my hard work to earn them more bucks :bwekk:

I am now in the process of selling all my Rockford equipment and going for a more SQ setup with the DLS brand.

ok, i finallly got my speakers and amp installed correctly but omg! my system was bumping so much harder in my civic with an aftermarket radio. do they even make an aftermarket radio kit to fit an 09 lancer with the air conditioner hole cut outs yet???? because im used to a loud system... and sometimes it just sounds like i got loud 6 by 9's back there and not two twelves!!! the stock radio on the 09 lancer has no power/volumn at all!!

Dash kits are available:
Metra or Scosche.
http://www.metraonline.com/
http://www.scosche.com/

I've been in contact with Scosche and their product is about to be launched. Metra has had their kit out for a while.

I'm using the stock radio and didn't get good results with normal Lineout Converters so I fitted a RF 3Sixty processor. Incredible difference!

Im wondering if theres any aftermarket stuff that the steering wheel controls and bluetooth would intergrate with? I'd love to upgrade from the stock stuff but i kinda like them controls.

The subs should be powered by the amplifier through it's gain adjustment, not solely the head unit volume.. check quality of grounds and all electrical, output of amp (move into another car if possible and try it), etc.



I've been seeing some of that Metra product deforming in heat.. maybe they have revised it. I'd check the other Lancer forums for people with it.

The stock RF system is built for definition and clarity with proper accents for certain frequency ranges -- to the point where it's said that Rockford designed the doors with Mitsubishi to act as tuned speaker cabinets. Of course, some find the sub still wanting for kick at low volume. That's the only part I think is can be improved, but never to the point where it overpowers the mids or highs. If they were just going for pure dB while chucking clarity out the window, they would have thrown a W15 in the spare tire.

It's kind of amazing how many people I find that are running large subs and high power amps right off the alternator.. capacitors, people.

Ooh, that 3Sixty is purty.. pricey, but purty.

I feel for your situation its pretty horrible but i have an 08 lancer de and the stock speakers are fine quality tho it lacked power so i just threw two 12 inch Memphis Sound subs in and a 600 watt Memphis amp + an alpine head and i never had any problems ...i think speakers are a waste of money if you set ur amp right subs work fine and loud with the stock speakers...i didnt go overboard but the lights barely dim sometimes when i really throw the subs into extreme power but now i just have problems getting pulled over lol...radio detectable from more then 40 feet...lol fined 3 times in one week

hey there guitardudez_09,

Intersting that you're using Memphis Audio gear. I've been offered some of their D class amps at a good rate. Are you 100% happy with their gear? I'd just like to know your honest opinion on them please.

Thanks

I have Memphis as well. 2 12 inch subs and a 500 w amp. No problems, though i need a new headunit cuz the bass is so powerful it blocks the sound from the speakers. My bass to sound ratio is like 10:4. But i have managed to set up the settings so it sounds as best as possible.

The Memphis line up is all great. They are worth it and priced great for what you get. The thing is you dont need all this wattage and biggest subs ever to produce the bass the clear sounding of bass that memphis makes.

Anymore questions and ill be sure to answer them.

A head unit will not fix your problems of too much bass and not enough speaker...

get A: 4-channel amp to run your speakers
and B: new speakers if the amp doesnt get you where you want to be..