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JK Stereo

Discussion in 'Wrangler JK (2007-2017)' started by jeepavalanche, Jan 21, 2020.

  1. Jan 21, 2020 at 10:50 AM
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    jeepavalanche

    jeepavalanche [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Does anyone know if the stock radios have an internal amplifier or an external one? I want to replace my stock speakers with some kickers or JBL's, but keep the same size and put them in same stock locations. Don't know if I need to change out the stock amp for a better one, or if there is no amp and I need to add an amp. Going to keep stock radio, just replace stock amp or add one if there isn't one.

    Since I have no sub, I was going to run line out convertor, and add a subwoofer and amp for the rear as well.

    Thanks for any help or knowledge!!
     
  2. Jan 23, 2020 at 11:13 AM
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    MrNasy69

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    The premium Alpine system is the only one with an amp and a small sub I do believe. When you replace the speakers you may want to add some poly fill in the speaker boxes. It helps with sound quality. I have the Kickers and they sound great with my new headunit. I had the touchscreen and it still sounds much better with my new Kenwood. I have an amp pushing the Kickers and a mono amp pushing my sub. Sounds great.
     
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  3. Jan 23, 2020 at 11:34 AM
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    Check out Crutchfield.com as they can be a large resource of information on many brands of vehicles. They offer printed guides on speaker size and location as well as head unit / sub / amp upgrades. Might not be the best price but definitely a resource.
     

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