6th gen audio upgrades?

[911jason]

I hope this is okay to post here, the audio subforum is dead and there is no 6th gen content there.

I have a 2020 XLT and I’m planning to make some significant upgrades in the next couple months. Want to replace the speakers, add an amp and sub and possibly some sound deadening. Has anyone done any of the above?

 

[Rick]

It's fine posting here for the reason you stated. I'm interested in seeing what you come up with so please post details as you build your system.

 

[Dale5403]

Here is a link to an install a member did.

How to: - 2020 Explorer ST Aftermarket Amp & Sub Install

Hey everyone! I have a 2020 Explorer ST. Love it. I have the Tech package option which, among other things, adds two extra speakers to the B&O sound system. Overall, I find the B&O system to be quite good for an OEM system. However, as it always seems to be the case for me, the lows are...

www.explorerforum.com

 

[911jason]

Thank you for that! Not completely applicable to what I'm hoping to do, but still very informative.

 

[911jason]

So finally got around to getting a quote from my local car audio shop. I almost fell out when they gave me the quotes. He had 4 options for me, ranging from $2800 to $5100!!!!! Am I nuts to think that‘s crazy?! I had him start with the lowest and after looking it over, I didn’t even bother with the other 3. He suggested an Audio Control DSP 6-channel amp, a single set of Focal components for the front doors and a shallow mount Kicker sub (I had requested something easily removable to recover cargo space when necessary).

 

[asc325is]

So finally got around to getting a quote from my local car audio shop. I almost fell out when they gave me the quotes. He had 4 options for me, ranging from $2800 to $5100!!!!! Am I nuts to think that‘s crazy?! I had him start with the lowest and after looking it over, I didn’t even bother with the other 3. He suggested an Audio Control DSP 6-channel amp, a single set of Focal components for the front doors and a shallow mount Kicker sub (I had requested something easily removable to recover cargo space when necessary).

I put a shallow mount 10” in a small
Box under the cargo cover just above the spare tire. It fits perfectly

 

[911jason]

I put a shallow mount 10” in a small
Box under the cargo cover just above the spare tire. It fits perfectly

Is that the only thing you did? Did it make a significant difference in the overall sound? If it was a prefabricated sub, can you link to it?

 

[asc325is]

Is that the only thing you did? Did it make a significant difference in the overall sound? If it was a prefabricated sub, can you link to it?

Atrend 10SME 10" Single Sealed / Shallow Mount Subwoofer Enclosure (Renewed) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HKZGBTM/?tag=serious-20

not a custom box, it fits right in with the amp. It made a decent difference, and it’s very easy to do. Follow the steps in the thread posted earlier.

 

[Bstard2001]

So finally got around to getting a quote from my local car audio shop. I almost fell out when they gave me the quotes. He had 4 options for me, ranging from $2800 to $5100!!!!! Am I nuts to think that‘s crazy?! I had him start with the lowest and after looking it over, I didn’t even bother with the other 3. He suggested an Audio Control DSP 6-channel amp, a single set of Focal components for the front doors and a shallow mount Kicker sub (I had requested something easily removable to recover cargo space when necessary).

Audio Control makes excellent amps, I had my guys install the D-6.1200 ...has a built in DSP. You will need a NavTV Zen A2B interface to integrate any amps to the oem stereo.

 

[911jason]

Decided not to do anything. I don't like the explorer enough to invest that kind of dough.

 

[bschnur]

Hello Everyone! I just recently bought a 2023 Explorer XLT. I traded in my F150. I have, maybe a lot of questions and the first is regarding sound upgrades. On my F150 XLT i replaced all the speakers and added a 8" bass speaker/amp behind the back seat, it worked and sounded great for the application. Has anyone done something like this to their Explorer? If so any suggestions on where to mount and how did you wire it in on the Explorer. Also what size speakers both front and back are in the 2023 Explorer XLT? Any suggestions on what you or anyone else upgraded to? This truck does NOT have the B&O sound system, just the stock. I did not see a audio forum listed so I posted these questions here, if I missed it please let me know. Thanks in advance for any help!
Bob

 

[peterk9]

Bob, your thread was merged with this existing one. There are others as well.

Audio Upgrades

My plan once BestBuy reopens their audio install dept. is to replace the stock speakers. As I can't afford a driver, I will start at the front and work towards the back as funds allow.

www.explorerforum.com

2020 XLT Non-B&O Stereo Upgrade

Loving my 2020 XLT but my ears weep every time I listen to music. I spend a fair amount of time on the road and found myself listening to podcasts and news radio most of time, partly because listening to music was just not enjoyable. I'm no audiophile but I do appreciate music and know when it...

www.explorerforum.com

Good luck.

Peter

 

[bschnur]

Bob, your thread was merged with this existing one. There are others as well.

Audio Upgrades

My plan once BestBuy reopens their audio install dept. is to replace the stock speakers. As I can't afford a driver, I will start at the front and work towards the back as funds allow.

www.explorerforum.com

2020 XLT Non-B&O Stereo Upgrade

Loving my 2020 XLT but my ears weep every time I listen to music. I spend a fair amount of time on the road and found myself listening to podcasts and news radio most of time, partly because listening to music was just not enjoyable. I'm no audiophile but I do appreciate music and know when it...

www.explorerforum.com

Good luck.

Peter

Ok, but its a completely dead forum there, I couldn't even find it listed on the forum page, how is anyone going to respond?? It is what it is i guess.

 

[Spacey]

The B&O system just uses more components to generate poor quality sound.

 

[peterk9]

Ok, but its a completely dead forum there, I couldn't even find it listed on the forum page, how is anyone going to respond?? It is what it is i guess.

There is no specific Audio section in the 5th or 6th gen forum Bob. When a new post is added to an older thread, it moves back to the top.
The threads mentioned were found using the forum's 'Search' feature in the upper right. All members are encouraged to use that feature before beginning a new thread as there isn't much that hasn't already been discussed. The 'Search' feature is very handy once a member has mastered the feature. I use it practically on a daily basis.

Peter