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Mission Chevrolet Client Gets Incredible Colorado Audio System Upgrade

January 25, 2019 By Certified Autosound

Chevrolet AudioA client from Mission, British Columbia, recently contacted Certified Autosound and Security about upgrading the audio system in his 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. He wanted much better overall sound quality and dramatically improved bass performance. After talking to the client about his listening style and musical preferences, we designed a high-end upgrade that would make him want to crank up his music.

JL Audio Speaker Upgrade

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The tweeters were mounted high on the door for a higher soundstage.
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The top-of-the-line JL Audio C7 tweeter was mounted with a custom aluminum trim ring.
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Sound deadener was used on the doors to maximize the speaker performance.

After disassembling the vehicle, we started the upgrade project by applying SQL Soundmat sound damping material to the inner and outer door skins. Damping material reduces the transfer of road, wind and tire noise into the vehicle to dramatically improve the listening environment. Next, we created mounting adapter plates for a set of JL Audio C7-650 6.5-inch mid-bass speakers in the stock location in the doors. We mounted a set of matching 1-inch C7-100CT tweeters at the top of the doors, just above the door release.

Chevy Colorado Amplifier and Source Unit

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The new Sony radio give the client numerous audio source options.
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The Helix amplifier was mounted to the right of the subwoofer.

We removed the factory radio to make way for a Sony XAV-AX5000 media receiver with a 6.95-inch display. The new radio includes both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration to ensure the client can communicate safely while driving.

The output of the Sony radio feeds to a Helix P SIX DSP six-channel amplifier that we mounted on the back wall of the truck. This amplifier is incredibly compact and includes an integrated digital signal processor that allowed us to fine-tune the output of each speaker in the system.

Custom Colorado Audio System Subwoofer

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The enclosure and amplifier both fit behind the seat of the truck.
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The enclosure and amplifier were trimmed with a carpeted trim piece.
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Sturdy brackets, visible to the left, were used to secure the assembly to the truck.

The last piece of the audio upgrade process was to create a custom subwoofer enclosure for this mid-size pickup truck. Our fabrication team put together a compact vented enclosure for a single JL Audio 10TW3D4 10-inch subwoofer that fits behind the passenger seat of the truck.

Remote Car Starter and Security System

While we had the truck in the shop, we integrated a Compustar FT7000AS controller into the vehicle to provide remote start and security system functionality. We paired a set of 2WT9FM two-way remotes to the system to provide up to 900 meters of range.

Chevrolet Colorado Audio System Upgrade

With the equipment installed and the system tuned, it was time for the client to experience his new Chevrolet Colorado system for the first time. He was blown away by how great it sounds! If you are near Abbotsford, Chilliwack or Maple Ridge, drop by one of our locations and talk to our team about upgrading the sound system in your car or truck. You can also reach us by e-mail using our contact page for more information about any of our products or services.

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Filed Under: Car Audio, FEATURED INSTALLATIONS, Remote Car Starters, Vehicle Security Tagged With: 2011, Amplifiers, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Chevrolet, Colorado, Helix, JL Audio, Radios, Sony, Sound Deadening, Speakers, SQL

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