Simple low-tech audio ideas

[HTXSlate]

Something from the SxS community??? Find a mounting space in the dash? Not sure it would work.
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/...GhgoVq0rDV_rznOI3vow43NfRsP64Y5oaAkCeEALw_wcB

https://www.kemimoto.com/products/utv-bluetooth-sound-bar?currency=USD&variant=40092626714815&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Google Shopping&stkn=4ea280f7772d&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=20230420-Pmax-SoundBar-lowerfunnel-US-Roas&utm_content=Sway&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20008906271&gbraid=0AAAAACTq7rlY6TuKPUHAM0FHp8WJCTLbv&gclid=Cj0KCQjw58PGBhCkARIsADbDilzgy4HYh-oghk4EgIBbQALthO0GQiAobSlLXtsRoHgraex2Q9fqhrUaAkVjEALw_wcB

 

[HTXSlate]

Sound bar mounted under the dash is my thought now. Should tuck in nicely between the footwells.

https://www.kemimoto.com/products/u...la9nOl28W99BspwLhwq5W6L1SI_3xKURoCzQMQAvD_BwE

Even has 3.5 aux input as some requested.

 

[RedJoker]

I have a few variations of this cheap bluetooth amp (with aux) for the patio, garage, and barn that I'm thinking of trying.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072Q157FY

 

[bartflossom]

I'm thinking, at least short term after I buy the slate, this tablet with line-out and a mini amp to two speakers either in-door or the slate ones that go behind the dash panels

I'll use this while figuring out what exact components I want for a full double din mid-range installation with sub

 

[cadblu]

Getting into a Slate and wiring up my own audio system takes me back to my early 20's when I got my first Toyota truck. From that experience I learned how to fix almost anything. I replaced my carburetor, starter, water pump, radiator, belts, oil changes, exhaust, brakes, and a tuneup with points, plugs and a timing light. Did a lift kit for the rear coil springs. Man, how things have changed.

It will be good to feel like a kid again.

 

[Letas]

I am going with my iPhone and Bluetooth it to some sort of powered speaker. My JBL Bluetooth speakers work well in the house, garage, and on my bicycle, so why not in the Slate.
Just secure this in the cab, find a power source, and good to go. I have one it and works great in the garage.


Or this behind the seats like the sound bar in the second pic.

I'll give one reason why not... it'll sound awful

 

[HTXSlate]

I'll give one reason why not... it'll sound awful

Ok. I have one in my garage that sounds pretty good but I get the acoustics of the truck may turn it to garbage. I will give my current one a try first.

 

[KevinRS]

I'll give one reason why not... it'll sound awful

Quality between bluetooth speakers from different companies varies, a lot. Anker was the first I know of that came out with speakers that sounded good, and sounded like a larger speaker, in like 2014. The right bluetooth speaker should do well in a truck, a positive is the enclosed space, but a negative is even with the quiet electric motor, there will still be road noise to overcome. It's going to take some testing with the actual production trucks to see what works and what doesn't.

 

[SichuanHot]

After getting in and out of several cars with different speaker setups (doors only, doors and center dash, doors and corner dash, center dash only), I think the bare minimum for decent quality is should be door speakers. All the byod centrally positioned bluetooth speakers will be a no-go. Binaural stereo is amazing and it would be a shame to lose out on that simple but effective technology.

 

[Letas]

Quality between bluetooth speakers from different companies varies, a lot. Anker was the first I know of that came out with speakers that sounded good, and sounded like a larger speaker, in like 2014. The right bluetooth speaker should do well in a truck, a positive is the enclosed space, but a negative is even with the quiet electric motor, there will still be road noise to overcome. It's going to take some testing with the actual production trucks to see what works and what doesn't.

There are definitely good sounding bluetooth speakers. Love em.

Even the best will sound like dookie in a car. I've done it. The spacing, lack of stereo, etc all make it tough to get good output from bluetooth.

Not to mention manually connecting every time you get in, charging, etc.

 

[AZFox]

Is this simple and low-tech in a pickup?

• Single- or double-DIN head unit
• 2-way speakers in the doors
  • Mid/bass drivers down low
  • Tweeters up high near the A-pillars
• Powered subwoofer behind the seat

SUV variant would add some rear speakers and the subwoofer would move to behind the rear seat (and be bigger).

 

[Letas]

Is this simple and low-tech in a pickup?

• Single- or double-DIN head unit
• 2-way speakers in the doors
  • Mid/bass drivers down low
  • Tweeters up high near the A-pillars
• Powered subwoofer behind the seat

SUV variant would add some rear speakers and the subwoofer would move to behind the rear seat (and be bigger).

Sounds perfect.

 

[KevinRS]

Is this simple and low-tech in a pickup?

• Single- or double-DIN head unit
• 2-way speakers in the doors
  • Mid/bass drivers down low
  • Tweeters up high near the A-pillars
• Powered subwoofer behind the seat

SUV variant would add some rear speakers and the subwoofer would move to behind the rear seat (and be bigger).

That's a whole system way beyond what many cars come with. Those of us driving economy cars likely just have the door speakers unless we have added more. Door speakers are down near your feet, and there is plenty of space in the dash for speakers in this truck. In truck configuration, there's not a whole lot of volume that needs to be filled with sound. For those of us just wanting a basic sound system, a pair of speakers "somewhere" will probably be plenty. We'll have to wait and see what the acoustic properties of the truck are before drawing up anything custom and buying parts.

 

[stEVe]

Nobody’s dropping in a cassette deck or 8-track? Once these trucks hit the road, I can’t wait to see what people dream up for the sound systems. My reservation’s in, but I’m guessing plenty will roll out before my number’s called.