Great source for info , you mentioned in another video that bmw use one common wiring loom . Just got F21 2013 with base audio - no amp , no nav , no audio streaming. Going to add hk door mids and tweeters but wanted to ask if it's possible to install the hifi or hk amp .Should the wiring harness already be in place to take the amp ? Without the amp coding car to hifi should help with tweeter output for my base system?
Thanks for this Dean! Can this be done with the base sound system too on my F30? Also, do you have any videos or recommendations on adding an external amp for the base system?
do you need to do any kind of coding or replacing of the amplifier if you have to absolute base audio system? or is it plug and play like in the video?
thanks for video. I have a f30 but sound system is bad. I want change harman kardon hoparlör with my bad hoparlör but I dont have anfi... Does the sound quality change? just hoparlör
The grill/mesh on the exterior of my tweeter has an odd coating of something, is there a way that I can dissasemble that exterior mesh/grill to clean it properly?
Great video, quick question. Does the original speakers (the regular ones) have a socket to conect the new tweeter or I need to change the speaker too? Thx
they do not but you can crimp the cables together, the tweeters have capasitors to limit frequence mounted to the cables, I personally did buy the Harman ones
I have the hifi system in my f30. I am actually just interested in upgrading the tweeters to HK. Is it possible for me to do so? In my opinion the HiFi system is alright however I want a clearer sound.
I would go for midrange and tweeter and also disconnect central speaker. My F32 Hi-Fi system is upgraded with following: BMW PnP Vibe Optisound components on the front and HK midrange and tweeter on the rear. Kept Hi-Fi subs and amp with dash speaker disconnected.
Hello, I've got a G30 from 2018-06 (last 7 code : WC19647) with the headunit SA609 (with wifi). How can I be certain that this headunit will accept HK retrofit ? Tks a lot !
MASSIVE DIFFERENCE ! I did the whole retrofit on this car as it had the basic HIFI system inside, the sound difference is really really good compared to HIFI system and now sellers are selling it as a kit makes it so worth it and cheap.
Hey I have a question so my front door speakers weren’t working I just replace them and they still don’t work but all my other speakers like the back ones and subwoofer under the front seats work can anyone help or give me an advice will very much appreciate
I wanna fit these and tweeters to the rear doors, I know i’ll have to get the holes cut for the tweeters do you know if i need mounting brackets for the tweeters?
May sound like a really silly question, but will fitting harmon kardon to a BMW that doesn't have it sound the same as a car that comes with the harmon kardon option. I get it will sound better once installed but will it sound the same as a car that had it already?
Looks interesting to try! I have F31 2015 EU-spec with standard audio (not even hi-fi). I expect this retrofit should work similar as you show on your car? Curious, if I would notice any difference in sound quality.
Have the same car, coming from a audi a6 with bose sound system just fristrates me. A question tough, cant drill a hole just on the side panel to add the tweeters? The cover alone costs more then 100 euros
Yes, I just installed the HK speakers + tweeters. And the sound is a lot better. I have a base audio F31. So no amp. In my opinion you only need an amp for the sub.
Hmm. So the mids have the crossover built into them then for the output to the tweeter. Explains why they sound shite. No clarity there. Mids too low. Tweeter too tinnie. Honestly, dont waste your time. Get some proper speakers.
I did it in my 120i and the vídeo shows exactly the steps of the upgrade. Thanks so much, the sound is way better than before!
This is exactly what I needed to see salute dean
Great job Doc! Enjoying these retrofits and learning at the same time thanks! 👌🏼
Good to hear many more to come
Thanks for this. Just installed some in my car and this was a very helpful resource.
this was soo helpful, i was wondering how the tweeter wire was added
Very clear support. Many thx
Great Video Man Thank You 💪
great vid,, very helpfull.. you made it look very easy.... actually it is..:-) thanks m8
Great source for info , you mentioned in another video that bmw use one common wiring loom . Just got F21 2013 with base audio - no amp , no nav , no audio streaming. Going to add hk door mids and tweeters but wanted to ask if it's possible to install the hifi or hk amp .Should the wiring harness already be in place to take the amp ? Without the amp coding car to hifi should help with tweeter output for my base system?
Help full thank you
Cheers dean.
Great video!! What do I have to do in order to install the M Sport brakes on my F20/B48?? Besides the calipers do I have to change any other thing??
Thanks for the video, am I correct, you just changed the boxes?
TOP! 🔥💪🏻
Great video! I can’t wait to do this on my 120i.
One question: do I have to unplug the car battery before doing the retrofit? Or it’s not necessary?
Thanks for this Dean! Can this be done with the base sound system too on my F30? Also, do you have any videos or recommendations on adding an external amp for the base system?
do you need to do any kind of coding or replacing of the amplifier if you have to absolute base audio system? or is it plug and play like in the video?
Thanks I'm planning to do same on my BMW 520i.
did i need to change amplifier or not ?
thanks for video. I have a f30 but sound system is bad. I want change harman kardon hoparlör with my bad hoparlör but I dont have anfi...
Does the sound quality change? just hoparlör
The grill/mesh on the exterior of my tweeter has an odd coating of something, is there a way that I can dissasemble that exterior mesh/grill to clean it properly?
Hi. This first part I want to do to my 128ti F40.. I can't find the door trim surround for the tweeters. Any pointers??
Respect, where I can find front panel for tweeter
Will this fit my Bmw series 1 F40 2022 as i am having a hardtime to get one for this model?
Great video, quick question. Does the original speakers (the regular ones) have a socket to conect the new tweeter or I need to change the speaker too? Thx
they do not but you can crimp the cables together, the tweeters have capasitors to limit frequence mounted to the cables, I personally did buy the Harman ones
Just bought the tweeters and mids for 310 brand new
Any updated videos on the F40?
The only issue is to use full potential of HK you need to have it plugged in to amp otherwise it’s just a minor tweak for the sound…
Will this moulding trim fit BMW F40?
Wher we cant find to bay just tweeters, with plastic harman cardon?
Sir, tell me please is it possible to replace speakers from f to g series bolt-on?
Hello, I did this modification, but now it has some noise. When volume is 0. Anyway to fix this noise out of the tweeters? Thankyou!
Hi Dean, I have a 2012 320d F30 model can I do it for this model?
can you make this retrofit to the f36 model too?
I have the hifi system in my f30. I am actually just interested in upgrading the tweeters to HK. Is it possible for me to do so? In my opinion the HiFi system is alright however I want a clearer sound.
I would go for midrange and tweeter and also disconnect central speaker. My F32 Hi-Fi system is upgraded with following: BMW PnP Vibe Optisound components on the front and HK midrange and tweeter on the rear. Kept Hi-Fi subs and amp with dash speaker disconnected.
Where can i get these parts best? Also for the F40?
Hello, I've got a G30 from 2018-06 (last 7 code : WC19647) with the headunit SA609 (with wifi). How can I be certain that this headunit will accept HK retrofit ? Tks a lot !
Does anyone experience white/static noise from the tweeters as well?
why your tweeter have NO Filter on cable like the OEM BMW tweeter?
This looks a easy retrofit, possibly the limit to my skills…would these alone make a difference to the basic bmw audio setup?
Miles bettee
Can’t seem to find a kit that includes the trim that goes along the top of the window, anyone able to find it?
can i buy the foam separately?
Fantastic video Dean. Looking forward to the series. How would you describe the difference before and after? Is it worth going HK?
MASSIVE DIFFERENCE ! I did the whole retrofit on this car as it had the basic HIFI system inside, the sound difference is really really good compared to HIFI system and now sellers are selling it as a kit makes it so worth it and cheap.
@@BMWDoctor What kits? I find NUN...
@@BMWDoctor does it work if I change just the speakers?
Can you do it if you have the base audio system and not the hi-fi? Got a 116i F20 with the base speskers
do you got any new informations? I have the same question
Hey I have a question so my front door speakers weren’t working I just replace them and they still don’t work but all my other speakers like the back ones and subwoofer under the front seats work can anyone help or give me an advice will very much appreciate
Does this work for the f25?
I wanna fit these and tweeters to the rear doors, I know i’ll have to get the holes cut for the tweeters do you know if i need mounting brackets for the tweeters?
Yes you will need to cut the hole for the tweeters in the rear door. There's posts on the forum about it :)
where can one purchase the speakers
Was the wiring already there?
hi.
after changing all speakers system and amplifier to harman kardon,
any coding needs?
thank you
great job
@BMWDoctor
dont need to but I think you can code in a better EQ@@eidanhe
I am trying to find the door trims for the f40 to do this retrofit, does anyone know what the product codes are so I can source the parts from bmw?
Where did you buy these speakers from?
May sound like a really silly question, but will fitting harmon kardon to a BMW that doesn't have it sound the same as a car that comes with the harmon kardon option. I get it will sound better once installed but will it sound the same as a car that had it already?
No. The HK System has a different/better amp, with more channels feeding more speakers 🙂
Hallo working on bmw f31?
Does f30 tweeter cover fit to f20 ? I cant find for f20 on my local store. If ı buy f30 cover, does it fit my f20? Thanks for answer fam
F20 için denedin mi kardeşim ona göre f30 alıp deniycem
Do you have the parts numers?
If i don’t get the tweeter it won’t work ?
where can i find the speakers?
I did this on my F21 and have an annoying white noise coming from the tweeters. Anyone else experiencing this?
To bad no answer on this
Hi, does this work with European base system too?
do you got any new informations? I have the same question
But the crossover for tweeter?
come with the tweeters (wrapped in cables)
Looks interesting to try! I have F31 2015 EU-spec with standard audio (not even hi-fi). I expect this retrofit should work similar as you show on your car? Curious, if I would notice any difference in sound quality.
Did you intsall the tweeters, if so how noticable is the upgrade?
I have a 2014 F31 JP-Spec with standard audio. Let me know how difficult this was/ how it compares please!
Have the same car, coming from a audi a6 with bose sound system just fristrates me.
A question tough, cant drill a hole just on the side panel to add the tweeters? The cover alone costs more then 100 euros
Yes, I just installed the HK speakers + tweeters. And the sound is a lot better. I have a base audio F31. So no amp. In my opinion you only need an amp for the sub.
Hi mate can you do this in my car I will pay you
Hmm. So the mids have the crossover built into them then for the output to the tweeter. Explains why they sound shite. No clarity there. Mids too low. Tweeter too tinnie. Honestly, dont waste your time. Get some proper speakers.
If i don’t get the tweeter it won’t work ?