Monsoon sound quality via Ipod
07-07-2009, 10:15 PM
#1
Monsoon sound quality via Ipod So here is the deal. I like the look of the factory Head Unit but I know it does not sound as good as an aftermarket deck. My question is, would the lack of sound quality be real noticeable if I hooked up my Ipod/Iphone with the Peripheral iPodŽ GM Interface Kit to the stock Monsoon rather than an aftermarket unit?
07-08-2009, 10:01 AM
#3
So here is the deal. I like the look of the factory Head Unit but I know it does not sound as good as an aftermarket deck. My question is, would the lack of sound quality be real noticeable if I hooked up my Ipod/Iphone with the Peripheral iPodŽ GM Interface Kit to the stock Monsoon rather than an aftermarket unit?
07-08-2009, 10:30 AM
#5
If you like the factory look or prefer it for theft avoidance then adding an iPod or auxiliary input adapter will give you more music sources while retaining the factory appearance. The sound quality won't be any better or worse than what you're currently used to - and for many people, that's not too bad (depending on how loud you like your music).
If you want better sound quality in addition to extra features then an aftermarket HU is the way to go. Since you've already replaced the speakers, replacing the HU will give you a noticeable improvement in sound quality and will also extend the life of your speakers.
07-08-2009, 10:35 AM
#6
Not necessarily. It depends on your priorities. Certainly the factory HU is known for distortion (especially at higher volume levels) but many people want to keep the factory look and just add some capabilities.
If you like the factory look or prefer it for theft avoidance then adding an iPod or auxiliary input adapter will give you more music sources while retaining the factory appearance. The sound quality won't be any better or worse than what you're currently used to - and for many people, that's not too bad (depending on how loud you like your music).
If you want better sound quality in addition to extra features then an aftermarket HU is the way to go. Since you've already replaced the speakers, replacing the HU will give you a noticeable improvement in sound quality and will also extend the life of your speakers.
If you like the factory look or prefer it for theft avoidance then adding an iPod or auxiliary input adapter will give you more music sources while retaining the factory appearance. The sound quality won't be any better or worse than what you're currently used to - and for many people, that's not too bad (depending on how loud you like your music).
If you want better sound quality in addition to extra features then an aftermarket HU is the way to go. Since you've already replaced the speakers, replacing the HU will give you a noticeable improvement in sound quality and will also extend the life of your speakers.
So I would need to get an aftermarket HU along with steering wheel control adapter correct? Lol the $$ adds up fast
