It's More Than Just Speakers And Wiring // Mercedes SL350 Audio Upgrade

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  • @grahamtricker4103
    @grahamtricker4103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Just wanted to say the sound in this car now is so good. It is considerably better than before, in fact it is not even close, plus its so nice to know the work has been done with so much care and attention. Thanks so much Reece 👍

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Graham and no worries! Hope you're well and enjoying the system! 😀

  • @abowden556
    @abowden556 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your attention to detail and pride in doing things as 'properly' as you feasibly can is something to behold! It deeply appeals to me.

  • @paulthompson5416
    @paulthompson5416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    You’re a dying breed young man!
    There’s not many audio installers that will go to the level off attention to detail that I have just witnessed!!
    Congratulations on the level of perfection executed on your installs.

  • @R34Sumo
    @R34Sumo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dude the Level of care you take with all of the work is exceptional. The car Audio world needs a lot more younger blokes like you who take pride in their work.

  • @whatever_12
    @whatever_12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    That's some next-level stuff right there, even the filming and editing is amazing from the enclosure design to the camera focus for a channel under 1k you will be on top soon with this quality

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks I appreciate the compliment! Thanks for taking the time to watch too!

  • @theAristocrap
    @theAristocrap 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Watching your short movies, one after another. Love your attention to detail and the care of doing your job to the best of your abilities. Hopefully you are paid fairly for the amount of extra work you take. Don't know if I would take that much care if it was my own car :D

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks I appreciate you watching through my videos! I’m unbelievably particular which is no secret haha, I just get obsessed over the process and achieving a certain aesthetic, combined with a logical approach. I’ve found myself fortunate enough to have clients that share the same values that I have in my approach, so they’re understanding about the time and materials involved to achieve the desired results. Although if my game plan changes during an install and/ or there’s an opportunity to do something different, better or even additional I have no issues putting in the extra and effort without additional payment. The enjoyment and fulfilment for me is in the work itself and the finances have always been secondary.
      Thanks again for watching!

  • @LawrenceMarkFearon
    @LawrenceMarkFearon 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Major props for the excruciatingly high level of craftsmanship and detail.

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Lawrence, appreciate your comment and you taking the time to watch!

  • @jasonsutterfield6968
    @jasonsutterfield6968 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is one of the best car audio installations I've ever seen. Very impressive.

  • @baja1980s
    @baja1980s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely astonishing work and a pleasure to watch a master at work and pick up ways and just see the development of your work, designs. Your attention to detail is amazing. Video didn’t even feel like a 20 min video. Keep them coming and long, very long or short vids!! Thank you and many blessings… cheers 🍻

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to watch it through, and thanks for the feedback! It’s certainly been a while since my last upload but I do have a couple of new videos in the works. Thanks again!

  • @Danjul89
    @Danjul89 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Lovely work and craftmanship, 10/10!

  • @abhishekrohera
    @abhishekrohera 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're a perfectionist keep up the great work 💯

  • @raynorjoseph9643
    @raynorjoseph9643 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Who is this guy? His work and methods are amazing

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Raynor! My name's Reece and I'm the owner of RTA. Glad you like my work and thanks again for watching!

    • @dandersonone921
      @dandersonone921 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RTAFabrication This is an awesome setup! Reece your attention to detail is a rare trait anymore. Would you be interested in shipping this setup to the US? I have a 2008 SL55 AMG and I’ve really been trying to decide how to upgrade my audio. If it’s something that you’re willing to do please let me know and we can speak offline about it.

  • @williamwallerstedt6191
    @williamwallerstedt6191 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your dedication to perfection is incredible! Great edit as well, cheers.

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I’m somewhat obsessed with doing things a certain way for a particular result. I’m especially obsessed with the surface finish of certain things too. I do enjoy the meticulous process of making things. Thanks again for watching!

  • @voyageadventurevans
    @voyageadventurevans ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. Your attention to detail in everything you do including the video is just next level...well it's probably a lot higher than that. I haven't put audio in many van builds for a while, but this has given me the itch to do so in my new demo van.
    Cheers Ed

  • @Redmist.65
    @Redmist.65 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible work! Amazing video as well, no BS and straight to the point! The 3D printing work interested me the most as I have one and look forward to using it in my audio build.

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Philip! I'm not sure what your set-up is 3D printer wise, but I use a filament called Apollo-x from Formfutra which is ASA. Similar to ABS but much easier to work with and doesn't smell either. If you head over to their website and read the description you'll see the benefits, it's perfect for this type of work and is very easy to work with!

  • @takeiteasy1237
    @takeiteasy1237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing work, damn you're precise.

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man! It's a sickness really haha

    • @svitroful
      @svitroful 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RTAFabrication You should put up a poster of a big yellow smiley face!!!

  • @nicholaslink8369
    @nicholaslink8369 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding level of attention to detail Reece.... I know your work and ethic are right on point with the help you gave me! Keep it up mate! Always recommending you!

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Nicholas! I hope you're well and still enjoying your upgrade. Thanks I appreciate you recommending me! :)

  • @SuburbanBBQ
    @SuburbanBBQ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your fab skills are second to none. Your videos are wonderful too. I hope you keep them coming!

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you man appreciate it! Yeah I'm working on some more content at the minute :)

  • @johnpetermckinley
    @johnpetermckinley 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant Reece.Superb craftsmanship.

  • @TheNorthernmunky
    @TheNorthernmunky ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome work mate, workmanship and level of attention to detail is superb!

  • @lartymarf
    @lartymarf 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing the details of the build. This is pure art at an exotic level, befitting of the most exquisite Ferrari and Lamborghini. I have a Mercedes R230 looking for audio upgrade but sadly I am 2 oceans away from you. Keep up the awesome work!

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man! I've had a lot of interest in this install and I'm considering putting together a comprehensive kit like in this video that I can ship out so people can carry out this exact installation themselves. Even down to pre-programming the amplifier/DSP to make things really easy for people, pre-wiring looms, every single screw, bolt washer, mount etc so there's minimal friction for the end user and they get a high end installation carried out by themselves/ their local shop.

  • @christianherrera8535
    @christianherrera8535 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Video was a great representation of what a high level installation should be great job look forward to more videos like this!

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Christian! Once I get ideas in my head I can't let them go, I'm just super picky haha. There's definitely more to come, soon hopefully too!

  • @lewR600
    @lewR600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    attentional to detail is perfect, stunning work!

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man and thanks for watching :)

  • @redline_78
    @redline_78 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video, everything explained, very knowledgeable, happy to push the boundaries to make new things and it all work together. I wouldn't want you to do your videos any different. A proper installer building quality systems. Well done 🙌👏👌

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Lee, I appreciate the feedback and glad you enjoyed it :) Once I get ideas in my head I can't let them go, probably make things harder for myself, but the challenge is all part of the fun!

  • @ru15151
    @ru15151 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very impressed on all accounts.

  • @Clint_L
    @Clint_L 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So freaking cool. Loved it. Amazing skills. Well done Reece. Bravo

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Clint! Glad you liked it, more to come soon hopefully!

  • @DamianPenney
    @DamianPenney ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing job and great explanation of the process.

  • @SamDuncan09
    @SamDuncan09 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is absolutely incredible mate, I hope one day I get the pleasure of one of your installs!

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Sam! By all means if you ever plan on upgrading I'd be happy to go through some options with you and put a system together!

  • @stephanemaciejewski7861
    @stephanemaciejewski7861 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Vidéo vraiment très intéressante 💯👍, excellent travail de qualité.
    Hello from France

  • @jara20001
    @jara20001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A true master, incredible work !

  • @zakwilson2200
    @zakwilson2200 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just stumbled across your channel from modified caddy vans and wanted to say this is really quality content wish the best for you mate gained a subscriber

  • @simonlebonjnr9561
    @simonlebonjnr9561 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work, really impressed with the quality and attention to detail. 👏

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Simon, I appreciate the feedback and thanks for watching! 😃

  • @grahamtricker4103
    @grahamtricker4103 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunning job Reece! 👍

  • @tygerfan2004
    @tygerfan2004 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    amazing detailed work. Awesome!

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! I appreciate you watching!

  • @robertthrossell4321
    @robertthrossell4321 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible skills mate 👏👏

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Robert! Thanks for watching 👊🏻

  • @stiannese7155
    @stiannese7155 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing work again! love the creativity

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Stian! Appreciate you watching.

  • @hein_mcleod
    @hein_mcleod 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely stunning work mate!

  • @tanasemihai5002
    @tanasemihai5002 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice project like always! Thx Mr! Hat off!

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man, I enjoyed this install. The small detailed parts were fun 😃

  • @Aakashh_Sharma
    @Aakashh_Sharma 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is top notch stuff Man. Great content

  • @peterabdullah7260
    @peterabdullah7260 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful work mate💯

  • @baldylee
    @baldylee 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Real nice video Reece... great work as always

  • @cmaconcept
    @cmaconcept 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing craftwork 🤩🤩

  • @rheono5839
    @rheono5839 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Clean install, love your work :)

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks I appreciate that. Thanks foe watching too!

  • @tahseenashfaq
    @tahseenashfaq 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video man, keep up the great work!!!!!

  • @sultanm2849
    @sultanm2849 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very well done mate.

  • @dominicwood3750
    @dominicwood3750 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone considering doing this yourself the Audison speakers are great and can be easily fitted direct on the doors with off the shelf mdf speaker rings with the tweeters mounted in the recess on the doors. Also the phone can be mounted in the centre console fairly easily. The rear cover is removed with two screws, the old Nokia holder tray is easily un screwed from below, prise off the bottom cover by the hinge push out the phone socket and then route through the USB, socket back in and then tuck the USB along the side panel and up under the the removed main centre console panel. I’m driving the speakers direct from the HU in network mode so active x overs...

  • @RS08COL
    @RS08COL 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very impressive mate, nice work

  • @juslom2002
    @juslom2002 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for doin this man I’m doing a system in nearly an identical car I just bought

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No worries man, thanks for watching! What vehicle are you upgrading and what equipment?

    • @juslom2002
      @juslom2002 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RTAFabrication 2007 slk 350 basically wanna keep as much stock As possible. Will replace whatever stock speakers that are lagging and just wanna add two Cerwin Vega 10 inch slim powered subs behind the seats . Hopefully will fit they are pretty small through a h/l converter and control them through a single bass knob. Do you think mounting them right behind the seats is a good idea ? Thanks for the response

    • @juslom2002
      @juslom2002 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any input would be appreciated here I just wanna make sure my idea will work well and is not stupid subs are Cerwin Vega vpas10’s

  • @audiocreations
    @audiocreations 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice nice nice .. keep the content coming .

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! More content is coming for sure! Got loads of ideas it's just getting them done!

  • @KraftsyDE
    @KraftsyDE 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, the content you create is TOP, and the video editing is great! I wanted to ask if when you use resin and make molds from silicone forms, do you degas the resin in a vacuum chamber and then put it into a pressure pot to cure? What does this process look like, and should a pressure pot be used for every type of resin? Many Thanks ! Sebastian 😃

  • @psklett
    @psklett 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Quality work bud

  • @ChrisCryptoCoffee
    @ChrisCryptoCoffee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing work and documentary, because this is not YT normal level of quality. May I ask what kind of resin are you using?

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching Chris! Yes sure, the resin is polyurethane casting resin, specifically a product called Xencast P2 from Easy Composites. It’s got a two minute pot life and with my working conditions I can de-mould in roughly 40 - 60 minutes depending on the part’s thickness, geometry etc. I also add around 15% milled carbon fibre of the total weight (part A and part B combined), which makes the properties of the P2 closer to their P6 resin, but with the cure times of P2. I’m sure I’ve pinned a comment in the comments of this video where I’ve had a discussion with another user about resins so might be worth checking that out too. Thanks again for watching!

  • @joehounsham424
    @joehounsham424 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent walk through and attention to detail. Did you consider moving the tweeters higher up than the driver's knee area - as is the case with the stock tweeter location?

  • @rhalyas
    @rhalyas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What casting resin did you use?

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching Raimo. I use a polyurethane resin called Xencast P2 from a company called Easy Composites. If you head over to their website they have all the information about the resin on there, including a date sheet with all the technical elements listed.

    • @rhalyas
      @rhalyas 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RTAFabrication Thank you!

  • @sony7032
    @sony7032 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yours audio setup I like it.

  • @kashofficial77
    @kashofficial77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wish 3d printers were around when i was in the biz... awesome job. what 3d printer are you using?

    • @gorurmehmetali
      @gorurmehmetali 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He is using a Wanhao i3 duplicater plus.

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes Mehmet is right, it's the Wanhao i3 duplicator plus. This machine has the Microswiss all metal hot end and Iguss bearings. I do have a Creality CR-10 S4 with the BondTech direct drive system for larger prints.

    • @gorurmehmetali
      @gorurmehmetali 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RTAFabrication It is good to dive into details mate. Why you needed microswiss hot end? You mostly use PLA as far as I understand, right?

  • @Lowpro
    @Lowpro 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work 👍🏽😎😃

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man! Hope you're well Vic!

  • @ulrickteissier363
    @ulrickteissier363 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your work is really good man! Can you tell me what's your 3d printer? I would like to make some parts for my audio build to.

  • @LawrenceMarkFearon
    @LawrenceMarkFearon ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Mr. Turner. How would you incorporate CarPlay into this original COMAND APS NTG 2.5?

  • @MrJefferson105
    @MrJefferson105 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    May I ask what camera you use and editing software? Thanks

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely. I use a BMPCC6k with Meike full frame prime cinema lenses and I use Davinci Resolve to edit and colour grade 👍🏻

  •  3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work. Big Smile EQ :D

  • @yassinebendhif4538
    @yassinebendhif4538 ปีที่แล้ว

    hello
    whitch type of resin dou you use for the mold and the part ? and do you ad hardner to it ? if yes and how much

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey! If you’re referring to the ashtray insert that I moulded and cast a copy of, then the resin used for that is Xencast P2, which is a polyurethane resin from a company called Easy Composites. It’s a 1:1 mix of part A and part B, so there’s no separate hardener. Thanks for watching!

  • @peterabdullah7260
    @peterabdullah7260 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you know of anyone in the Las Vegas NV area that has your expertise please advise. Id like to get my system redone to experience the sound of my music to perfection. Thanks in advance mate.

  • @MertNazmiSerin
    @MertNazmiSerin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    2.18 i wonder, it is abs or pla?

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Mert! I actually exclusively use a modified ASA firmament for every part that I print, specifically Form Futura Apollo-X. PLA definitely isn’t suited for vehicle interior applications and I just don’t like using ABS. The ASA sands down like ABS and doesn’t melt with the friction of sanding like PLA does, but I find the ease of printing comparable to PLA, so you get the best of both. The properties of the material also is well suited to a vehicle interior.

    • @MertNazmiSerin
      @MertNazmiSerin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RTAFabrication Thank you very much for your valuable and informative answer. I am interested in diy manufacturing, i have not enought knowlage about engineering plastics. Your channel amazing for this. Umm last question, ABS dissolves in acetone, how about ASA? thank you again and sorry my bad English & grammer mistakes.

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem at all. I’m glad you’ve found some value in them! I haven’t actually used acetone to smooth out prints before, as I tend to sand and add a glazing filler. I do believe that ASA reacts the same to acetone as ABS does though.

  • @deadlyfreckle
    @deadlyfreckle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you print PLA or ABS ?

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I always use ASA from FromFutura. Thanks for watching!

  • @goober-ll1wx
    @goober-ll1wx 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A car couldn't be a worse place to listen to high fidelity audio, not sure why people waste money on it 😂
    Also wouldn't it have been way faster and cheaper to get ghe insert from a breakers, don't need to buy new from Mercedes 🙄

  • @takeiteasy1237
    @takeiteasy1237 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't you install anything except Audison equipment?
    You can make a joke once in awhile, too serious dude :)

    • @RTAFabrication
      @RTAFabrication  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Typically I will only use Audison and Hertz (which are the same company anyways). I've always been drawn to them as a brand, I think the quality is great and I get very good results from the products. Haha I know, I'll loosen up on camera I'm sure, I'm an introvert so it's just nerves if I'm being honest! Very weird for me going from not talking all day because I work on my own, to explaining everything in full talking to camera.

    • @svitroful
      @svitroful 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RTAFabrication Your work was so impressive that my wife was watching the video too - and she never does that. Keep up the good work dude -- oh ya - don't smile!!!

  • @jayinmi3706
    @jayinmi3706 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    200 pounds for an ashtray insert!? Who do they think they are? Lamborghini? lol