Better LOC's? You decide. 6 More High-Low Line Output Converters tested
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Not all LOC's Are bad! Some are actually quite nice! I bought 6 more online (nothing was free) and decided to put them all to the test for both distortion and voltage output. I don't want to say anything bad about any of the products, i will just put it up on the screen (the input and output on scope and the DD-1+) and let you decide for yourself. If clean sounds are you goal, you should put some time and real thought into what you are doing. If clean sound is NOT your goal, turn it up to 11 and rock till those coils smoke. I really don't care what you do. I am just here to show you the difference.
Also, this is more proof the SMD DD-1 is superior to just using a scope. A low resolution, even high resolution single channel O-scope might have you thinking you have a clean wave when really it is distorted. With nothing to compare it to, how would you know? The DD-1 knows the difference! And you don't need 2 channels on the screen at the same time to see it.
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Do you really want to amplify garbage? if not, look for a quality LOC or other means of factory integration. Most of the time LOC's are a cheap and easy way to get some quick beat into your ride. But it don't have to be distorted! You can have easy and clean if you know what you are doing or know someone who does!
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I forgot to add - the Kicker LOC (see link in description) is rated to take 50w. The "Best sound" LOC is also rated 50 watts. The Schoche is rated 80w. The Pac is 20 watts and i don't know about the Boss (it wasn't listed). The Audiocontrol LC2i can take a massive 400watts! (see link in the description). Thanks for watching if you did! Follow my IG channel here: instagram.com/meade916
I love my LC2i. I have a 2016 titan xd rinning. JBL 1001ez and 4 American bass xd844 8 inch subs. I removed the stock sub from under the passenger seat and was able to just tap into the amp harness and run the factory subwoofer speaker output to the LC2i.
Thanks so much again Steve for this awesome comparison between these things, definitely helps us pick and choose wisely!
Hey Steve 1 quick suggestion for a video. For some of us deep in car audio. Believe or not, not all of know the names of all your terminals for +/ - . Including power +/- Thanks man! Keep up the good job
Let's not forget, the Kicker costs $20 on Amazon, while the LC2i costs $100. If your head unit is rated below 50 watts, you can save $80 by buying the Kicker unit, and get the same clean sound.
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Again a man goes out of his way, spends his own money, and gives us content with real results.!! Thanks Steve.
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SMD over here back on his grind pushing for that 1M play button. Keep the beat alive!
The time the money and the passion you but into your channel and car audio in general is greatly appreciated. You reignited my passion that I had back in the early 90s! Thanks again Steve
who wants to see the most in depth video about these LOC's that you have seen so far? I'm about to make someone look dumber than he already looks. I have the results back from very thorough AP (Audio Precision) testing. Some of you guys should probably start letting go of that dude's sack before i post it to save some face. lol SMH
Now this I can't wait to see!!!
Kicker still living loud and clean😁
I have that exact Scosche LOC sitting in a box waiting for the rest of the parts for my F150 build. Thanks to this video, I am returning it and already ordered the Kicker. I would have never dreamed of the crappy signal output. Thanks, sir.
The kicker is good . But if the factory radio has bass roll off meaning radio volume, pass half bass starts to subtract. That's how your woofer would be amplify. Solution Get the lc2i to put back the bass roll off . Enjoy your build 😊
The LC2i at best buy is only $100.00
I was just looking at it yesterday.
@@fullpeladas unless you tap into a full range speaker....
@@meade916 Can I tap into my stock subwoofer?
@@fullpeladasI don't understand. I have a 2015 Honda Accord with no factory amp and sub just door speakers and rear speakers. Would I be good with the Kicker?
This dude is my hero. I wish I could afford to have him do a system for me.
Me too bro. But then where's the fun in that.
I just used some old roach clips (alligator clips) to connect the L.O.C to the factory speaker wire posts.
Really easy.
For those like me running a factory unit. 2019 GM SIlverado. The lc7i was able to be turned almost all the way up before getting 5v. I was running an PAC-LP7 (did a great job) but the LC7i...HOLY CRAP it made a big difference. Not only louder and cleaner but my subs are now perfectly synced with the door speakers as I turn up the volume. Big credit to SMD for letting me know my system still had way more potential.
I’m just patiently waiting for the new smd bucket O’ bass install. Now that the Escalade is done and all 😂
Already knew the LCI 2 was legit but was surprised the Kicker was as good as it was even with a remote wire. Wow
I have the kicker in my 2020 civic and i'm surprised at how good it works. If I planned on keeping the car I would have done the LCI 2.
Man it’s good to know the Kicker LOC I bought couple weeks ago for my Harley is decent. Thanks for the info Meade
That kicker at $30 is the best deal and I like the audio control because it brings back the bass that gets rolled off.
That Audio Control unit is the bomb for integrating aftermarket equipment into a factory stereo. I have the same unit for my F150, and I love it. Anything Audio Control puts out is guaranteed to be upper tier stuff. And for the cost, the unit Steve showed in the review is well worth the money.
Have used the kicker LOC (the only kicker product I’ve ever used lol) in about 3 installs, and they have worked great. No complaints whatsoever.
First time watcher and I’m glad I did! Because of This video, I’m getting a different LOC than what I bought.
Rock 🤟 on!
Kicker makes great stuff for the price point in my opinion
I love all the audio control products I’ve ever bought. Right now I’m running the DM-810. Makes everything sound great! Thanks for the video.
Steve thanks for keeping it CLEAN AND SIMPLE.....WITH EXTENDED EXPLANATIONS FROM TONY
That kicker was pretty good too
This is an awesome video. Thanks for the solid content. My wife wanted to add a small amp/sub to her factory stereo and LOCs are so hit or miss. This helped me decide on what LOC to use.
I can't tell you how helpful this was in putting a subwoofer into a coworkers g37. The kicker was the perfect solution for low level and turn on
I bought the Kicker unit right after watching this video. I will up grade to an Audio Control unit when I add my new speakers and a 4 channel amp but for now this is perfect to get my Mono amp and sub going in my 2020 Honda Civic. This video also helped me understand gain settings and distortion a little better as well. Thank you.
I'm addicted to your channel, Steve! What a great dude, and content!
Just to avoid headache I stopped selling anything but audiocontrol LOCs in my shop altogether. I sleep better at night knowing my customer isn’t going to smoke their voice coil with what I install.
I am having trouble playing lows with the lc2i cuts everything off below 33 hertz at a 12 db/ octave so I ordered a nvx xbbr2 and the frequency response is 10 hertz and up
Dude great video!! 👍 I bought that kicker loc about a month ago, stumbled on this video and was really really happy it tested so well.
Thanks for taking the time to show these comparisons!!...Keep on keeping on!!
Thanks Steve for this upload. I really appreciate it. I've been Brought my LC2I Pro, just haven't gotten around to installing it. I made the right choice. Thanks bro. Keep up the Good work bro! This is Joe from Dade County, Fl checking in.
I'm really impressed about the waves, such a great explanation really !! good job buddy !!!
Audio control is 👑.
When I was buying my system for my truck.
I didn't know which one of those devices to buy, so I just decided to buy one that was from a reputable brand so I got a RockfordFosgate one and sounds nice, but...
Apparently the old 09+ up F-150s are notorious for not having where to get a remote wire, so now thanks to this video I can buy that kicker one with the remote wire because when I forget to turn off the amp it drains my battery, it's happend three times already and in critical moments I needed my truck.
Thanks for the informative video.
Thanx for your science and help , I had ordered a cheap eBay LOC and after watching this I’ve now ordered a KICKER LOC
Thanks for teaching greatness. I enjoy watching your content....I always learn something new.
I ended up getting the kicker LOC after watching this. Been working great since about April. 😎
Man great video. I ran that kicker LOC in my Tahoe for awhile. It always did what it was supposed to do but nice to see it tested like this.
Mad respect for this content sir!
I'm just in search of components for my car audio and this helped me a lot
Spreading facts not fiction! Keep up the great work Steve. Knowledge is power.
The kicker kicked the loc ass
Much respect for fairly comparing competition. -Thanks
I appreciate your honesty brother.
I have the Kicker one actually got it for free from my buddy when I first setup my sounds because he got the LC2 with his new system and im glad it’s a solid one.
i like that your doing test on all kinds of brands now for science, hope these videos get more views then they have now because its more then just educational
@Steve. Anyway to do a video about phone audio clipping. Alot of people use their phones either with Bluetooth or cable and crank the volume all the way up! 🤦
I have been searching these exact loc all day..great video!!!
Another great vlog Steve and Audio Control for the win. I use that same lc2i in my new 21 charger and it makes my little 300 watt lcs sundown 12's sound amazing. Cool stuff my guy have a great weekend ✌
That was a great demonstration. Thanks Steve.
I'm very happy with my LC2i!
I have no intention of running through an LOC because I have no need and haven't yet on any stereo builds but was super curious as to the amount of distortion a decent LOC would put out and was pleasantly surprised with what I saw in this video.
Haven't had a system in my car for about 12 years. So much more out there now, I miss having one.
Well now I know I need to change out my line out, great video!
My audio guy recommended the lc2i pro, for my 16 crew cab using bose. I am happy with my decision even more now, that the G.O.A.T tested it
Thanks for the video Steve. This was some of the best info for those of us that care about such things looking for "The shit" and creating Hi-Fidelity sound systems in our cars! I'm one of those SQ kinda guys getting back into the car stereo game after about 20 years. I love fricking music and want it to be as good as I can afford. lol. Especially my Heavy Metal!
Glad I went with the Audiocontrol !
Yep sold just ordered LC 7 , what a nice bit of gear!!
I'm so happy I have my kicker loc hooked up in my ILX...I bought it on ratings and BOOM. That's the real MVP at that price. Awesome review Steve 👍🏻
Btw...if they made dash kits for the ilx this wouldn't be the problem...not all of us have that luxury
You are awesome!
Thank you for doing this video!!
Bought the Kicker!
This was pretty informative. I got an lc8i for free off my dude, so that's what I'm gonna run. More than I need but leaves room for more.
Lc8i would be enough for every speaker in my car keeping mids and tweets separate
I got the kicker line out in 2 cars. Love it..😁😁😁😁
Great video Steve!!!
Love Audio Control!!
Some of you just want to complain. He stated multiple times that you can decide what's best for you. Just buy what works best for your system/budget and appreciate the time he spent doing this.
The kicker, they are nice!! They have good clean sound out
If your scope has a spectrum analyser function that will make the distortion far more obvious.
Awesome video. Love to see a comparison of locs with bass restoration: Wavetech, Epicenter micro, Kicker, etc.
I got my LC2 yesterday. Im waiting on my DD1 to come in.
Mad,Mad respect for this video. I subbed.
Hey question though. Was the Accubass all the way down when testing the LC2i?
Dang that little kicker one is nice!
@Anthony D.Williams "Streetministries For Christ" It just depends if you need the accubass for the stock bass roll off. If your bass goes down as you turn the volume up the lc2 is what you need to restore that signal strength
I use the kicker key amps in my ride and they put out cleean sound, at high volume. Kicker is a grandfather in the auto sound industry 🙄🙂
For the price point kicker can't be beat imo
Same here, have a 180.4 and a 500.1 running off my stock head unit, running components and a sub. I can install a lot, but for the budget and the time investment the Kicker Key amps on a stock head are really competitive.
Be awesome to see more data from his tests. Glad to see a few winners in your test. I knew the AC Lc2i would be money.
i am looking forward to it myself. His equipment is
Great info short and sweet very helpful to those with experience and most definitely to the novice👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Thanks man!! Very helpful video! Keep doing the good work love it!👊🏽👊🏽
These videos have been really helpful with cheaper factory integration! Try the DEAF BONCE MC6 line out converter in the future!
Thanks for the video! I think I’m going with the kicker, not trying to spend a whole lot of money lol but still want a little bump in my car.
Nice I learned that years ago,, i have always used Audio Control ,My last tacoma I Used LCi7 and sounded so good, 2018 TRD off road without the JBL system and stock deck with up graded speakers and and small Skar Mini amp's.
Damn bro mad respect for these test!
Hey man I watched your videos took your advice and got your LOC. I am glad I did I installed it in my Audi A6 2017 it was the missing link. My bass was sounding like shit and I thought I had tried everything when your video caught my eye. I don't know all the technical details I just wanted my system to work and now it does thanks to your LOC. Thanks.
I’m having issues with my 2017 Audi A4, what issues did you have that the loc fixed? Also which one did you get
Great work like always man!
Can't argue with the results that's for damn sure. Always avoided using LOCS and just replaced the Headunit but for some clients you can't do that. Kicker and Audio Control always worth it for the Put in work and headache free experience!!
Kicker FTW! Still gotta install that KisLoc for the wifeys car 💪🏼 for the price - Jeeze that’s a steal
Cool to see real time results man
I'm glad he got both Kicker and Audiocontrol in this last lineup. At first I was disappointed he didn't have the keyloc but I figure if the kisloc was that solid then I'd be really surprised if the keyloc somehow wasn't. Haha.
I would love to see you do an nvx loc
I put the PAC SNI-15 in my stock c6 corvette radio and it distorted one click away from Max volume with the dd1. Eventually I'll buy a radio but it'll do for now.
Awesome information!!!! Love your videos!!!
I finally got the video I been wanting
I been running that Kicker for like 6 months now and it's a great product. I was thinking about going to the LC2i but now I'm thinking about putting that $ into my new alternator
Yeah buddy 😂that alternator is key
@meade916 been watching you since the begining , if im confused on something I come straight to Steve's videos, true champion in car audio!!!
damn that kicker is great for a budget build. might get myself an lc2i since i need a bass knob still, didnt know that was even a feature of those. 2 birds 1 stone
Kicker for the win! Thanks for the vid bro
Keep up the great work brother
Awesome video now I kno what move I need to make
This was a great and informative video, all n all there are only 3 good choices, they're obvious winners.
My question is will the LC work with a vintage delco FM radio for 10 to 8 ohm for speakers? Those are many numbers for us not technically good on electronics thanks.
Have you ever used the clarion eqs755 as a LOC? Wasted $400 on a dsp. For years I couldn't understand why my radio sounded like crap, I tested after this video and the outputs are dirty. If you could recommend a clean equalizer with speaker level inputs. 7 bands would be perfect. Wanna buy the clarion but wanna get something I know for sure is good.
We pretty much use the audiocontrol product the shop I work at or the pac lp7-2 or lp7-4
I really want to see the pac lp72 and lp52
I need an installation tutorial for a Kicker KISLOAD4…. dang manual might as well be written in braille
When I installed in the 90s we always used the PAC, i’m sure technology has changed quite a bit since I was a installer.
dope vid...thanks. your closing track though, I need a lot of that. sounded so good in my truck. where can I cop?
Great video, can u do a test on pre-amp eq's
Like skar,ct sounds,audio control,power acoustik etc and how to setup with stereo eq.
Audio control LC2i Pro and Kicker are killing shit! 💯
Yes kicker one is little bad ass
KICKER is so cheap and so good that it is the best choice for most users. I will definitely buy it to see the difference between it and the Head unit Pioneer RCA pre output 2Volts.
Getting the LC2i pro thanks for confirming
How did it work out? I added an amp n rf t1 to factory stereo and it sounds like ass
@@frazmeup sounds great got the skar 1500 amp n dual pre fab loaded subs “12’s. It may be how it’s tuned.
Dude Awesome!!!! Thank You....
How about an update with AudioControl LC2i Pro vs. Kicker KEYLOC? I am currently at a stopping point not knowing which to go with....
Thanks for this! Great information!
AudioControl is ALL BUSINESS! I needs that shit in my Life 🤟🏽💯💯