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Expert: - 1/15/2008


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I have a 1990 Nissan Maxama came with Bose system. That broke so I put in a Clarian DXZ265 Head unit.(200w, 50x4 watts)disconnected the Bose amps and wired existing speakers direct like normal. The sound is very low.  Volume goes 0-33 scale normal listening requires 28 for a acceptable volume level.  I am 65yr old and just want good sound but don't need earth shaking level.
1) are the existing Bose speakers poor quality and power hogs?
2)could I have a impedence mismatch causing power.
3) What should I do to normalize this situation
thanks

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very bad idea or installation
the bose speakers  are very good great quality but they are power hogs, you have no idea by now most likely your clarion radio is gone and any other radio will only last a couple of days

you need to replace the speakers

bose are 1.5 ohms

clarion radio and most need 4 or 8 ohms speaker

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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