I am out of the loop for knowledge on high end auto music systems


At one time I had also invested money and time in good stereo systems for good cars, but have been out of that market for too long.  I would consider doing an upgrade to the stereo in an older used car I have, which is a '91 Porsche 944S2.  

Where do you feel I should start on my info finding journey?   Mainly for FM reception and multi cd (perhaps SACD} playback.

 

 

jusam

A Porsche forum would probably be your best bet. No doubt there are forums dedicated to the 944.

As a veteran mobile audio installer, I can tell you that you’ll definitely want a system that allows for EQ, preferably by way of DSP. I imagine some headunits have it built-in these days. You can get analog EQ solutions from the Audio Control company. I’m not sure what the top brands are these days. Years ago, they were Eclipse, Audison, Hertz, Memphis, Pioneer Elite, and Soundstream to name a few. 

I owned a near-mint 89’ cobalt blue 944S when stationed in Germany 16 years ago. Fun car but abysmal to drive in the snow. 

944/968 is so poorly noise insulated... why bother with a high dollar car hifi in that?

for great functionality, decent sound, throwback cool with modern touches... https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKUCLASSIC.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwwdWVBhA4EiwAjcYJEKelMWiINMg7ZBFnpJNAy_SkYOMzFEXGo8ylm6v6srlvkxfYZJVSWBoC0TIQAvD_BwE

first and foremost, driving that car is about windows down listening to the tires talk to you near the limit - remember, a chirping tire is a happy tire

@jusam 

 

Where do you feel I should start on my info finding journey? 

why would you not go to a car stereo shop and see

what they can do ?

Assuming you are not going to do the work yourself, I would start by finding a good shop that has a lot of experience with your specific vehicle and can work on it without destroying it. Then see what they recommend for your car. 

a car stereo shop will want to sell what they carry, which is understandable.  Asking questions here is part of what this site is about, music/audio enthusiasts sharing experience....this has been part of this site since Arne started it. 

@jusam 

 

every reply has suggested that you go to a car audio shop.        car audio is a lot different than 2 channel audio..           i am sure if you visit a shop you can tell them what you are wanting and they can help you.

 

music/audio enthusiasts sharing experience....this has been part of this site since Arne started it.

what that comment....makes me think that you are an old member of this site but with a new moniker....as how else would you know about Arne , since it says you joined here in March 2021 ?

 

 

@jusam

every reply has suggested that you go to a car audio shop. car audio is a lot different than 2 channel audio.. i am sure if you visit a shop you can tell them what you are wanting and they can help you.

music/audio enthusiasts sharing experience....this has been part of this site since Arne started it.

what that comment....makes me think that you are an old member of this site but with a new moniker....as how else would you know about Arne , since it says you joined here in March 2021 ?

 

hahahaha

sooo busted... old hand acting out like an idiot using a new burner account

bravo! 👏

"high end auto music systems"  Every word is a contradiction of the others.  

I'd rather listen to an engine with a fresh tune-up than any auto audio system.

Esp. a Porsche...or any other 'sport vehicle'....

My attention in a car is getting 'there' alive without being too distracted by what's on my 'droid to make the miles fade.... ;)

jjss49  You are correct.  I had been on here from near the start and did a deal with an abusive parasite (non-payment,etc.) and stayed away for some time and started again with a new user name...as per the suggestion of a lady at AudiogoN. 

 

Jerry, I understand and appreciate your thoughts.  From the better sports cars and luxury vehicles I have had, the driving with music has been a part of the pleasure.  Since I raced various classes of cars at Road America, and others, I can appreciate the mechanical, exhaust, tire and other sounds....never enjoyed the sounds of being passed. 

 

@jusam 

 

jjss49  You are correct.  I had been on here from near the start and did a deal with an abusive parasite (non-payment,etc.) and stayed away for some time and started again with a new user name...as per the suggestion of a lady at AudiogoN. 

i am the one that noticed this but jjss49 gets the credit.

key to success in life @riley804

sit back let good things happen, then swoop in for the credit... 😂🤣

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@jusam 

so what was your prior username that got corrupted?  i have been here since the beginning too... 

OK, let me just say I was a customer of Arnie's at Accutronics in Ann Arbor before he even started Audiogon.  He and his assistant were selling used components out of the basement floor of the store on ebay.com; that worked pretty well, which is what gave him the idea.