Something to keep in mind...when you are setting the threshold, the bass will kick in hard and all of the sudden, and your maximized light should be lighting up. At this point (per two different techs that work at AC) is to turn the Accubass dial down all the way, then turn your volume up to the max at what you would normally ever play it at, then adjust the Accubass dial up slowly until you get the maximized light again, then slowly back off til it goes away. By slowly I mean like crazy slowly, or you won't get the sweet spot. By doing this, your threshold turns on when your stereo starts flatlining your bass, and when you turn it up all the way, you will know you have the most bass you can get without clipping. This is how you get the most bass between your flatline, and max volume. You're welcome.
Thanks to your video... I found my two local audio shops made a big mistake. They set my subwoofer amplifier onto the main rca terminals instead of the bass rca terminals.... glad people like you made videos.
Finally found a great video of somebody actually explaining the difference between the LC2i and the non powered cheap converter. I have the cheap one and I am upgrading my whole system and was told to get the LC2i but could not figure out the difference. Thanks a bunch!!
@@akqjtn Watch this video from AudioControl, with the device hooked up to a visualizer: jIzYgHXTkNo . They demonstrate that AccuBass does indeed adjust the bass on the sub output and the full range output. The ACR-1, however, only affects the sub output, which they also demonstrate using the visualizer.
I wish I could like this video more than once! I've been trying to understand this for so long now and finally do because your video was crystal clear!
Thanks SO MUCH for this video as it really does clarify many things for me. I have a very similar setup (HU rear high-level inputs into LC2i, LC2i output Main to Kicker Key 200.4 so running fronts/rears on full range with no fader as I am only using the one input on the Kicker for 4-channels (fader off), and LC2i output Bass to a Bazooka 8" amped 100W sub). So once everything is wired, when it comes to tunning and the sequence of events, based on your knowledge, correct me if I am wrong: 1) Tune LC2i Main Output and Bass Output with a test tone (Full range maybe -10db, 1000Hz or 0db, 1000Hz and Bass maybe -5db, 40Hz or 0db, 50Hz) and watch "Level" dials until "Maximized" comes on; 2) Plug in RCAs Main Level output to Kicker Amp and Bass Output to Subwoofer. This is where I am not sure on what to do next for tuning. Should I now set the Gains on the Kicker and Bazooka then turn my attention to the tuning of the Accubass "Threshold" and "Bass Output" leves?
I found your videos because our struggles with the factory stereo. I finally made the move and got rid of it with a Pioneer 4200NEX.. I'm telling you, you're never going to be happy both with sound and performance till you get rid of it. Just do the inevitable change it out and be happy.
thank you dude, very good video, you explained that very well, I was on the fence in purchasing that lc2i. I'm using the kicker loc and it is doing exactly what you are saying when I turn up the volume. I am sold thanks. very good video.
You should’ve put a link to buy in your description because I would’ve bought thru you just because this video is the best explanation of the lc2i on RUclips. Thanks again from Alaska
Also, the lc2i pre-amp out goes up to 13v. So make sure hi/low input is selected, if necessary, and keep in mind that you could over power the amps inputs max v range.
I'm pretty sure PAC makes a device that gives a full range line level signal from the CAN-BUS of the radio. I have one in my 2006 Chrysler w/ 6 speaker Boston system. It will give you the best signal w/out roll off.
I just ordered my LC2i today. Adding a kicker comp rt 10 w/passive radiator, powered by a Cerwin-Vega stealth B1 in a 2009 focus with the audiophile system. I’m really glad I chose I picked this LOC.
Hey Boost & Shutter just wanted to say how much I appreciate all the knowledge you share. I'm in a bit of a pickle. I just purchased a Sony 6ch amp XM-GS6DSP for my highs and mids. This amp is perfect for my application because it is a classic car and I need the Bluetooth in the amp, (keeping the dash original) so I was under the impression that the amp had Rca output for the 2nd amp. I don't plan on using the sub output on the Sony amp so I thought I would use an Audio Control LC2i to give the Sony a preout for the second amp. (JL Audio 500/1 monoblock, Which will in turn power the JL Audio 8in W7 sub) Any suggestions would greatly be appreciated. I really need to eliminate a head unit due to the vehicle being a classic car. So this amplifier is ideal for this set up. I appreciate all the help gang thank you.
Sweet 👍 You are very good at explaining how this line out converter works. I should of got that for my dad instead of buying him a cheap plastic Walmart line out converter.
also they call the other port a Fixed Full Range Preamp Output and from what i have been reading it means it fixes the bass to that port too but will not be affected by the bass knob
Excellent Video, So much information that I do Appreciate, I am in the process of making some changes in the Audio of my car and what you just mentioned in your video is a tremendous help to get the correct audio.
I have an 18 Subaru legacy that I picked up a few months ago. Been wanting to install a sub for some bass, but didnt want to get rid of the factory head unit. I was in the car audio business long ago and all I remember is how shitty inline converters were and the best way to make a reasonably good setup sound like shit was to keep the factory stereo and opt for the inline converter. I really didnt want to do that. It seems these inline converters have come a long way since then though. So Im going to pick one of these up and give it a go. Thanks for the video
@@jrram2166 pretty simple. Running the power wire into the cab was the hardest thing to do, but even that isnt that bad. Im actually removing mine now, adding a linkswell radio
I have the NVX xlca2. Same exact concept and trying fine tune the threshold and xboost (acubass). Right now for most music bass wont kick on until 15 volume. My factory goes to 40 so trying to tune it lower than 15.
The manual says that the frequency response is 33Hz on the low end. Does that mean this unit will not put out any signal below 33Hz? It also says on other parts of the website that the frequency response is 10Hz on the low end. I’m not sure which to believe, and I don’t want something that cuts out the “sub” frequencies of the subwoofer. Otherwise, it may as well be a very large woofer. Have any of you guys noticed not getting any sound below 33Hz out of your installs?
you could have use the low level on 2 of your channels of your 4 channel amp and left the other 2 high input channels connected. i would have done the front speaker because you then to hear them more or maybe the rears because they tend to be more of your bass and the fronts would just have a little less bass which is not always a bad thing.
Hey for your speaker inputs what speaker wires did you piggy back? Both front and rear left and right speakers? And did you piggy back from the output of the alpine or the input side?
If I have two amplifiers being powered one for the bass and then one for the main, that requires two remote turn on wires...can both of those remote wires from each amplifier be ran into the remote out on the lc2i?
Thanks man...Clean and Beautiful install there by the way man. I plan to tie my lc2i in with the left and right rear speakers...is that how you tied your converter in?
Great video buddy. I have a 2023 WRX I’m looking to add sub and an amp. I was wondering for budget at around 5 to 600$ for a sub and amp. What would recommend
My Man, first of all, Great Video. Really simple explanations for everything. I have a question for you. I have an aftermarket top of the line Pioneer head unit, and after market door spwakers. I have a powered sub. Would I need this Lc2i Active Line Out Converter? Listening to you on the video makes it seek like it would be a waste of money for me to buy it.
Excellent video man. I have a quick question, I found some multicore cable at my local Home Depot, designed for a sprinkler system, the wire was single stranded 18awg wire, max 30Volts. Will that be suitable for transmitting the single from a premium factory sound system to the Lc7i converter? Thanks in advance.
2017 civic touch screen. So with my amp is mounted to my box in trunk . Can I mount that low level in my trunk instead of to the back of my factory radio. RR- to RR- --- LR+ to LR+ RR+to RR+ --- LR- to LR- Power (Con) to Power (Amp) to Battery Ground (Con) to Ground (Amp) to Frame REM (Con) to Rem (Amp) to (Ingition) Con (RCA) out to Amp (RCA) IN Speaker wire Subs to Amp + to + and - to - I'm running Two 12 inch subs . (also my converter has front speaker wires as well ( do they need to be hooked up or not) as I'm tapping the subs into the rear speakers
I have the same setup with the lc2, i unplug one rca from either the loc or amp and it works but i can hear the car idling, when i plug both in, there’s still vibration but no bang
Very helpful video, I have the same setup almost but I have a crossover, 2 amps (1 for subs & 1 for highs) and I also have a LC2i. I wondering do I need to take the crossover out? I was also told I need high voltage rca jacks.
Hey what’s up man! I appreciate your videos very much. Im working on a project that is same as your, have a ktp 75wx4 alpine and a 200w mono amp, my question is will the lc2 work to run all 4 speakers and the sub or do I have to get a different lc device?
I have this installed on my 2019 street glide with the factory boom gts head unit. With HU volume at 75% I couldn’t get the “maximized” light to turn on even with the level knob maxed out. I measured output at the lc1i with a multimeter set on AC volts and it maxed out at 1.9v. The lc1i should be putting out 9+v. Have you seen this before and do you have any advice? Thanks
You said in this video you were originally going to send the speaker output on the LC2i to the Alpine mini amp but it only has one channel. Question, if you were to use the LC7i how would you connect it to your alpine mini amp? The speaker output on LC7i is RCA, the Alpine mini amp doesn’t have RCA input. Thank you.
What does the wire configuration look like from the factory radio to the LC2..? I’d like to have the wire connection from the radio/LC2/factory speakers. I only want to add a subwoofer and keep all factory speakers. Thanks!
I call audiocontrol and the told me that the accubass will came out of the main channel And if you will use the main you have to turn the accu all the way to the right "off"
Thank you for your detailed views of your journey in cleaning up the sound in Subaru. I too have the upgraded Kicker speakers and opted for the powered sub as well in my 15' Impreza. The sound is just not quite where I would like it too be. I like the idea of the Alpine KTP-445U. Could I use a LC6i to clean up the signal and the amp to add some power to the doors? All the while retain the subwoofer without messing with it?
Would this also be a replacement for my epicenter? I had epicenter installed for listening to Hispanic music like banda and corridos but do have the issue where i turn up the volume and i lose bass
Hello .. I just hooked up a system of my 2020 Malibu I did it myself I’ve done it before so I’m pretty familiar with our systems work but this time around I hit a speedbump and I can’t find a solution to it the speaker wires from my car the factory wiring both give me positive voltage or amperage I’m stuck I don’t know what to do do you know why that happens is that normal any advice would help thank you very much
If I only tap my rear speaker wires and still power them from the OEM Uconnect 5.0 factory head unit in my 2016 Renegade Trailhawk will I still get full audio on those speakers including fade? I only want the sub RCA out and I want to leave my speakers powered by the factory radio.
Boost & Shutter Thanks! I have everything laid out including the big 4, but now I'm trying to fit my 2001Power Series RF1000.1BD under the driver seat. There is lots of room vertically but it's a sub compact and I don't want to take all of the floor space for back seat feet. My back seat mounts to the floor so it MUST be under the driver seat. I don't have power seats. I am leaning towards some kind of shelf to elevate my amp, but not sure how to do it.
Great video I have a new accord sport and the radio sucks I need to add this to fix that roll off. Shame on manufacturers making car audio a pain, just add preouts and a sub preouts, is that to much to ask? Haha
Great video. I was wondering if I can use a LC2i to run my fronts and rear channels per channel and use the bass only for my subs or do I need a LC7i to run the front and rear separate. Also, by me combining the the front channel to one channel does that change my impedance feeding to the door speakers? I have a 2018 Honda civic Hatchback with factory stock crap radio. There are no RCA plugs. Any help thank you.
Nice video. If you used the 4 channel hi outputs from the stereo to the alpine amp using its hi level input, where did you get the high level input into the lc2i? Did you splice the wires out from the HU and run them.into the alpine and the lc2i? I assume the rca output from the lc2i can be used both right? I mean the output for bass and the available channel to the speakers amp but loosing fade. In this case you didn't go that way cause you wanted to still have fade. Would it have sounded better if you have used the output to the alpine stereo instead of the speakers hi levels to the alpine?
Hello, Should i install LOC then Dseries audiocontrol amplifier or directly to Dseries audiocontrol amplifier? if so what is the advantages and disadvantages both method.
Finally a solution to my shitty bass volume in my bmw. I know what my sub can do with an aftermarket radio unit. Right now i have the factory one and its not even half of what my sub can produce. Will this increase the subwoofer volume and punch?
I have the lc2i and am curious how to match my amps input volt with it's output volt. Currently I have the gain, bass, accubass at 95%. Running 2 Audiopipe apcl1500.1d amps strapped and after my 2 American Bass XFL 12s the amps are seeing . 25ohm before rise. The amps gain is at 50% and My volt is holding above 13v, and it's extremely loud. But I know I'm exceeding the amps volt input max, and they will get hot. My car is also a 11 STI limited. I believe the lc2i is ran off the fronts as well. Thx
also, please clarify your description: "I have the lc2i and am curious how to match my amps input volt with it's output volt"... how to match the LC2i output signal voltage to the amplifier's input voltage? or "match my amps input volt with it's output volt" match your amplifier's input voltage to its own output voltage? (not trying to be a dick, but i have no way of knowing your level of expertise in this field, nor what you mean by using certain terms such as " Running 2 Audiopipe apcl1500.1d amps strapped" and "My volt is holding above 13v" (what "volt"? supply voltage? output signal voltage from LC2i/input signal voltage at amplifier?) and under what conditions? (as in, was the engine running at the time? were you using music, or test tones/sine waves, pink noise, etc?) next, let's address the statements "Currently I have the gain, bass, accubass at 95%" and "The amps gain is at 50%" presuming that the first statement refers exclusively to the LC2i... what "gain" are you referring to? (the only adjustable potentiometers on the device are labeled as "AccuBASS" "Main" "Bass" and "AccuBASS Threshold") also, "95%' and "50%" seem like estimates based upon visual observation and subjective approximation.... you should really use either a DMM, oscilloscope, etc. to obtain precise (and well-defined) measurements, as this will help immensely when asking for advice from a public forum.
To my research and knowledge yes, but if your factory system has rear deck speakers I believe you can tap into them at the rear deck point to run to your LC2i (somebody correct me if I’m wrong?) That might make connecting to mono amp and sub in back easier for your setup? Kinds similar to how he did in this video
I dont have the same amp were do I connect the speakers that are coming out of the Amp and do I have to cut the wire from the factory stereo to tap in for the lci and other side connect the Speakers???
Something to keep in mind...when you are setting the threshold, the bass will kick in hard and all of the sudden, and your maximized light should be lighting up. At this point (per two different techs that work at AC) is to turn the Accubass dial down all the way, then turn your volume up to the max at what you would normally ever play it at, then adjust the Accubass dial up slowly until you get the maximized light again, then slowly back off til it goes away. By slowly I mean like crazy slowly, or you won't get the sweet spot. By doing this, your threshold turns on when your stereo starts flatlining your bass, and when you turn it up all the way, you will know you have the most bass you can get without clipping. This is how you get the most bass between your flatline, and max volume. You're welcome.
Ok, to clarify. By Accubass dial, do you mean the the Accubass threshold dial or the top Accubass dial? Been fine tuning and wanna make sure 👍
@@daralike0979 my go bad the manixim light is in and don't work any more ?
My unit has 8.6v going in but nothing coming out of the RCA's.....no reading AC volts.Unit is brand new,any suggestions?
Now how does the ACR-1 bass corded attenuation dial come into play based on the above?
Bro ... God send.
Thanks to your video... I found my two local audio shops made a big mistake. They set my subwoofer amplifier onto the main rca terminals instead of the bass rca terminals.... glad people like you made videos.
Finally found a great video of somebody actually explaining the difference between the LC2i and the non powered cheap converter. I have the cheap one and I am upgrading my whole system and was told to get the LC2i but could not figure out the difference. Thanks a bunch!!
Just a correction, according to audiocontrol, accubass affects both the main and bass outputs. So yes, it will bring up bass on the main line as well.
Alex Y that’s what other car audio installers are saying
Boost & Shutter ruclips.net/video/jIzYgHXTkNo/видео.html 6:23
@@akqjtn Watch this video from AudioControl, with the device hooked up to a visualizer: jIzYgHXTkNo . They demonstrate that AccuBass does indeed adjust the bass on the sub output and the full range output. The ACR-1, however, only affects the sub output, which they also demonstrate using the visualizer.
I wish I could like this video more than once! I've been trying to understand this for so long now and finally do because your video was crystal clear!
Thanks SO MUCH for this video as it really does clarify many things for me. I have a very similar setup (HU rear high-level inputs into LC2i, LC2i output Main to Kicker Key 200.4 so running fronts/rears on full range with no fader as I am only using the one input on the Kicker for 4-channels (fader off), and LC2i output Bass to a Bazooka 8" amped 100W sub). So once everything is wired, when it comes to tunning and the sequence of events, based on your knowledge, correct me if I am wrong: 1) Tune LC2i Main Output and Bass Output with a test tone (Full range maybe -10db, 1000Hz or 0db, 1000Hz and Bass maybe -5db, 40Hz or 0db, 50Hz) and watch "Level" dials until "Maximized" comes on; 2) Plug in RCAs Main Level output to Kicker Amp and Bass Output to Subwoofer. This is where I am not sure on what to do next for tuning. Should I now set the Gains on the Kicker and Bazooka then turn my attention to the tuning of the Accubass "Threshold" and "Bass Output" leves?
No. You want the highest yet still clean signal going INTO your amp. Set up the LC2i before the gains for the rest.
nice.informative.. no BS,,got couple mins in,was going to skip to next clip when said just using for sub...but the rolloff info was worth it
Thanks! Good information and very easy to follow. This will be my purchase. Best instructional for this device.
Finally found someone that explains GTO.
I found your videos because our struggles with the factory stereo. I finally made the move and got rid of it with a Pioneer 4200NEX.. I'm telling you, you're never going to be happy both with sound and performance till you get rid of it. Just do the inevitable change it out and be happy.
thank you dude, very good video, you explained that very well, I was on the fence in purchasing that lc2i. I'm using the kicker loc and it is doing exactly what you are saying when I turn up the volume. I am sold thanks. very good video.
You should’ve put a link to buy in your description because I would’ve bought thru you just because this video is the best explanation of the lc2i on RUclips. Thanks again from Alaska
I was really skeptical about putting music in my 2016 Honda Odyssey, this has encouraged me to go for it
Also, the lc2i pre-amp out goes up to 13v. So make sure hi/low input is selected, if necessary, and keep in mind that you could over power the amps inputs max v range.
I'm pretty sure PAC makes a device that gives a full range line level signal from the CAN-BUS of the radio. I have one in my 2006 Chrysler w/ 6 speaker Boston system. It will give you the best signal w/out roll off.
I just ordered my LC2i today. Adding a kicker comp rt 10 w/passive radiator, powered by a Cerwin-Vega stealth B1 in a 2009 focus with the audiophile system. I’m really glad I chose I picked this LOC.
Hey Boost & Shutter just wanted to say how much I appreciate all the knowledge you share.
I'm in a bit of a pickle.
I just purchased a Sony 6ch amp XM-GS6DSP for my highs and mids. This amp is perfect for my application because it is a classic car and I need the Bluetooth in the amp, (keeping the dash original) so I was under the impression that the amp had Rca output for the 2nd amp. I don't plan on using the sub output on the Sony amp so I thought I would use an Audio Control LC2i to give the Sony a preout for the second amp. (JL Audio 500/1 monoblock, Which will in turn power the JL Audio 8in W7 sub)
Any suggestions would greatly be appreciated.
I really need to eliminate a head unit due to the vehicle being a classic car. So this amplifier is ideal for this set up.
I appreciate all the help gang thank you.
Great video Boost, very informative and easy to follow. I was going to go for the LC2i but you've convinced me to future proof and get the LC7i.
Do you know how to install the car system ? I need some one to help me that
@@bieutang8390I know this is late but I’m installing a lc7i in my truck alongside a kicker 360.4 and they’ll be next to my kicker 800.1
First video which lets how to tune lc2i thanks
Just got one installed highly recommended big difference 👌
Sweet 👍 You are very good at explaining how this line out converter works. I should of got that for my dad instead of buying him a cheap plastic Walmart line out converter.
Very descriptive and informed video. Not the typical misinformation. Thank you
Man, you know what you are genius I understand you 💯 everything you said, and you really help me👍
also they call the other port a Fixed Full Range Preamp Output and from what i have been reading it means it fixes the bass to that port too but will not be affected by the bass knob
This was my far best tutorial on you tube thx bro
Great video, it helped me adjust my lc2i better than the manufacturer's video did. I appreciate it.
Excellent Video, So much information that I do Appreciate, I am in the process of making some changes in the Audio of my car and what you just mentioned in your video is a tremendous help to get the correct audio.
I have an 18 Subaru legacy that I picked up a few months ago. Been wanting to install a sub for some bass, but didnt want to get rid of the factory head unit. I was in the car audio business long ago and all I remember is how shitty inline converters were and the best way to make a reasonably good setup sound like shit was to keep the factory stereo and opt for the inline converter. I really didnt want to do that. It seems these inline converters have come a long way since then though. So Im going to pick one of these up and give it a go. Thanks for the video
Thanks for the info very helpful. My 2015 silverado is getting a sub and amp and definitely an audio control lc7i for a future 4 channel power amp.
just be sure to disconnect the ANC mics, if your truck has them!!!
Must've been nice being able to get these for $60... -__-
Thanks man! Cleared up a few questions i had. Planning an install on my 16 silverado
How did the install go I looking to do the same for my 18 Silverado
@@jrram2166 pretty simple. Running the power wire into the cab was the hardest thing to do, but even that isnt that bad.
Im actually removing mine now, adding a linkswell radio
Very well explained thank you!
If you like your factory HU so much, and need those after market Amps just get your self a fix 82 or 86 from JL this will resolve all your issues!
This does the same for less.
I have the NVX xlca2. Same exact concept and trying fine tune the threshold and xboost (acubass). Right now for most music bass wont kick on until 15 volume. My factory goes to 40 so trying to tune it lower than 15.
Thanks for the video man, really helped me out!
The manual says that the frequency response is 33Hz on the low end. Does that mean this unit will not put out any signal below 33Hz? It also says on other parts of the website that the frequency response is 10Hz on the low end.
I’m not sure which to believe, and I don’t want something that cuts out the “sub” frequencies of the subwoofer. Otherwise, it may as well be a very large woofer.
Have any of you guys noticed not getting any sound below 33Hz out of your installs?
Thorough instructions. Thank you!
Wow 🤯 I need to order this asap thanks !
Nice video man... Wtf at 10:19 is that a phone holder that goes into the CD slot .. lol I have never seen that.
Really? Those are OG, lol
@@akqjtn lol I figured it must be seeing as how the twist tight knob is blocking the buttons for the radio.... Aghhh man I miss the old days !
you could have use the low level on 2 of your channels of your 4 channel amp and left the other 2 high input channels connected. i would have done the front speaker because you then to hear them more or maybe the rears because they tend to be more of your bass and the fronts would just have a little less bass which is not always a bad thing.
Nice explanation for us new guys. Great video.
Top man, most appreciated with your video which really helped me with my install, and now it sounds great :-)
Man thanks u dumped it down for a old school audio head
The LC2i can do a mono sub amp + a 4channel amp if the amp has a clone function like most do you don't need 4 rca to feed a 4 channel amp.
Clone function?
Hey for your speaker inputs what speaker wires did you piggy back? Both front and rear left and right speakers? And did you piggy back from the output of the alpine or the input side?
So even though your voltage is different going into your amplifier you can make up the difference with the amplifier gain
Thanks i couldn't figure out why my remote wire wasn't working....its still in bypass mode
most informative video i’ve seen thank you
GREAT VIDEO Boost!
I have that hooked on and man it sounds whack on some music you’ll get a great complete quality sound and on another you won’t hear bass out of music
If I have two amplifiers being powered one for the bass and then one for the main, that requires two remote turn on wires...can both of those remote wires from each amplifier be ran into the remote out on the lc2i?
Thanks man...Clean and Beautiful install there by the way man. I plan to tie my lc2i in with the left and right rear speakers...is that how you tied your converter in?
Very detailed. Thanks for sharing!
So glad I found this. Are you picking up that high level feed from under the seat. I am in a 2017 forester its probably the same setup?
Great video buddy. I have a 2023 WRX I’m looking to add sub and an amp. I was wondering for budget at around 5 to 600$ for a sub and amp. What would recommend
Where are you getting power from? Do you have to run wire to battery? I'm confused
Um Dude you rock! didn't know any of this was possible. Don't laugh, I'm old. LOL! Thanks for the vid great stuff and you nailed it on the head!
@@akqjtn how do you make adjustments if the amplifier has bass boost and the lc2i also has it?
Awesome videos, thanks
So my question is does the channel used for input to lc2i does that get eliminate.? I only want to add a subwoofer but keep all channels available 😢
My Man, first of all, Great Video. Really simple explanations for everything. I have a question for you. I have an aftermarket top of the line Pioneer head unit, and after market door spwakers. I have a powered sub. Would I need this Lc2i Active Line Out Converter? Listening to you on the video makes it seek like it would be a waste of money for me to buy it.
No you do not need this with what you have. Take care.
@@akqjtn thank you for the answer and the quick response. Have a great one and stay safe Brah.
Excellent video man. I have a quick question, I found some multicore cable at my local Home Depot, designed for a sprinkler system, the wire was single stranded 18awg wire, max 30Volts. Will that be suitable for transmitting the single from a premium factory sound system to the Lc7i converter?
Thanks in advance.
No. LOL
@@funfun8095 I didn't end up using it. I bought another multi core cable that had 13 awg wire. System is complete now and sounds amazing.
2017 civic touch screen.
So with my amp is mounted to my box in trunk . Can I mount that low level in my trunk instead of to the back of my factory radio.
RR- to RR- --- LR+ to LR+
RR+to RR+ --- LR- to LR-
Power (Con) to Power (Amp) to Battery
Ground (Con) to Ground (Amp) to Frame
REM (Con) to Rem (Amp) to (Ingition)
Con (RCA) out to Amp (RCA) IN
Speaker wire Subs to Amp + to + and - to -
I'm running Two 12 inch subs .
(also my converter has front speaker wires as well ( do they need to be hooked up or not) as I'm tapping the subs into the rear speakers
Should I adjust the gain/level on my subwoofer amp and Lc2i or just on one.
Great video man , I have a 2011 4Runner should I disconnect my factory JBL subwoofer and just run those wires directly to the lc2i?? It
Very helpful video. Thank you
I have the same setup with the lc2, i unplug one rca from either the loc or amp and it works but i can hear the car idling, when i plug both in, there’s still vibration but no bang
Very helpful video, I have the same setup almost but I have a crossover, 2 amps (1 for subs & 1 for highs) and I also have a LC2i. I wondering do I need to take the crossover out? I was also told I need high voltage rca jacks.
Hey what’s up man! I appreciate your videos very much.
Im working on a project that is same as your, have a ktp 75wx4 alpine and a 200w mono amp, my question is will the lc2 work to run all 4 speakers and the sub or do I have to get a different lc device?
Thank you for this ....probably the best ..how to ...video
Okay so what about for the highs it only has one rca output but my amp has (2) for channel 1/2 and 3/4 ?
I’m bought the lc7i. Do I connect speakers wire out from the factory head unit to the lc7i ?
I have this installed on my 2019 street glide with the factory boom gts head unit. With HU volume at 75% I couldn’t get the “maximized” light to turn on even with the level knob maxed out. I measured output at the lc1i with a multimeter set on AC volts and it maxed out at 1.9v. The lc1i should be putting out 9+v. Have you seen this before and do you have any advice? Thanks
You said in this video you were originally going to send the speaker output on the LC2i to the Alpine mini amp but it only has one channel. Question, if you were to use the LC7i how would you connect it to your alpine mini amp? The speaker output on LC7i is RCA, the Alpine mini amp doesn’t have RCA input. Thank you.
Boost & Shutter I see. Thank you
Very good information. Right to the point . Awesome
What does the wire configuration look like from the factory radio to the LC2..? I’d like to have the wire connection from the radio/LC2/factory speakers. I only want to add a subwoofer and keep all factory speakers. Thanks!
I call audiocontrol and the told me that the accubass will came out of the main channel
And if you will use the main you have to turn the accu all the way to the right "off"
Thank you for your detailed views of your journey in cleaning up the sound in Subaru. I too have the upgraded Kicker speakers and opted for the powered sub as well in my 15' Impreza. The sound is just not quite where I would like it too be. I like the idea of the Alpine KTP-445U. Could I use a LC6i to clean up the signal and the amp to add some power to the doors? All the while retain the subwoofer without messing with it?
Very helpful. Thank you!
Very helpful!
Would this also be a replacement for my epicenter? I had epicenter installed for listening to Hispanic music like banda and corridos but do have the issue where i turn up the volume and i lose bass
Hello .. I just hooked up a system of my 2020 Malibu I did it myself I’ve done it before so I’m pretty familiar with our systems work but this time around I hit a speedbump and I can’t find a solution to it the speaker wires from my car the factory wiring both give me positive voltage or amperage I’m stuck I don’t know what to do do you know why that happens is that normal any advice would help thank you very much
If I only tap my rear speaker wires and still power them from the OEM Uconnect 5.0 factory head unit in my 2016 Renegade Trailhawk will I still get full audio on those speakers including fade? I only want the sub RCA out and I want to leave my speakers powered by the factory radio.
Boost & Shutter Thanks! I have everything laid out including the big 4, but now I'm trying to fit my 2001Power Series RF1000.1BD under the driver seat. There is lots of room vertically but it's a sub compact and I don't want to take all of the floor space for back seat feet.
My back seat mounts to the floor so it MUST be under the driver seat. I don't have power seats. I am leaning towards some kind of shelf to elevate my amp, but not sure how to do it.
Great video I have a new accord sport and the radio sucks I need to add this to fix that roll off. Shame on manufacturers making car audio a pain, just add preouts and a sub preouts, is that to much to ask? Haha
Great video. I was wondering if I can use a LC2i to run my fronts and rear channels per channel and use the bass only for my subs or do I need a LC7i to run the front and rear separate. Also, by me combining the the front channel to one channel does that change my impedance feeding to the door speakers?
I have a 2018 Honda civic Hatchback with factory stock crap radio. There are no RCA plugs. Any help thank you.
Nice video. If you used the 4 channel hi outputs from the stereo to the alpine amp using its hi level input, where did you get the high level input into the lc2i? Did you splice the wires out from the HU and run them.into the alpine and the lc2i? I assume the rca output from the lc2i can be used both right? I mean the output for bass and the available channel to the speakers amp but loosing fade. In this case you didn't go that way cause you wanted to still have fade. Would it have sounded better if you have used the output to the alpine stereo instead of the speakers hi levels to the alpine?
at 2:02 it says 400w max, does that mean i cant use it with a big 1200w amp for just bass or what?
Hello,
Should i install LOC then Dseries audiocontrol amplifier or directly to Dseries audiocontrol amplifier? if so what is the advantages and disadvantages both method.
Nice very detailed and understandable thanks !
I've been on the fence about getting one. I gonna make that move and purchase it. Thanks alot!!
Ok so if I’m getting an aftermarket head unit I don’t need a line converter ?
Finally a solution to my shitty bass volume in my bmw. I know what my sub can do with an aftermarket radio unit. Right now i have the factory one and its not even half of what my sub can produce. Will this increase the subwoofer volume and punch?
Diego Bonnares it will and if you listen to a lot of rock 🎸 or old music get and epicenter also
I have the lc2i and am curious how to match my amps input volt with it's output volt. Currently I have the gain, bass, accubass at 95%. Running 2 Audiopipe apcl1500.1d amps strapped and after my 2 American Bass XFL 12s the amps are seeing . 25ohm before rise. The amps gain is at 50% and My volt is holding above 13v, and it's extremely loud. But I know I'm exceeding the amps volt input max, and they will get hot. My car is also a 11 STI limited. I believe the lc2i is ran off the fronts as well. Thx
use an oscilloscope.
also, please clarify your description:
"I have the lc2i and am curious how to match my amps input volt with it's output volt"... how to match the LC2i output signal voltage to the amplifier's input voltage? or "match my amps input volt with it's output volt" match your amplifier's input voltage to its own output voltage? (not trying to be a dick, but i have no way of knowing your level of expertise in this field, nor what you mean by using certain terms such as " Running 2 Audiopipe apcl1500.1d amps strapped" and "My volt is holding above 13v" (what "volt"? supply voltage? output signal voltage from LC2i/input signal voltage at amplifier?) and under what conditions? (as in, was the engine running at the time? were you using music, or test tones/sine waves, pink noise, etc?)
next, let's address the statements "Currently I have the gain, bass, accubass at 95%" and "The amps gain is at 50%"
presuming that the first statement refers exclusively to the LC2i... what "gain" are you referring to? (the only adjustable potentiometers on the device are labeled as "AccuBASS" "Main" "Bass" and "AccuBASS Threshold")
also, "95%' and "50%" seem like estimates based upon visual observation and subjective approximation.... you should really use either a DMM, oscilloscope, etc. to obtain precise (and well-defined) measurements, as this will help immensely when asking for advice from a public forum.
Then can use the main out to use equalizer and the bass out for the subwoofer at the same time ?
Great video! Question. Do I have to run all my factory speaker wires to the LC2I in order for it to control the factory output on the speakers?
To my research and knowledge yes, but if your factory system has rear deck speakers I believe you can tap into them at the rear deck point to run to your LC2i (somebody correct me if I’m wrong?) That might make connecting to mono amp and sub in back easier for your setup? Kinds similar to how he did in this video
it's not true that accubass won't feed the full range pre-out. it feeds brother. try it.
Thank you for this!!
Are you running the power wire from the battery? It appears to be connected to the power input on the subwoofer amplifier.
I dont have the same amp were do I connect the speakers that are coming out of the Amp and do I have to cut the wire from the factory stereo to tap in for the lci and other side connect the Speakers???
Excellent video brother thank you very much
I need to hook up an LC2i to a 2015 f150 Lariat. Do you know what speaker wires I need to tap in to ?