$20 hidden Bluetooth stereo for classic cars!

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ส.ค. 2020
  • Installing a Bluetooth amp in my 1968 Jaguar E Type.
    Link to Bluetooth Amplifier
    amzn.to/2O7Gdl9
    amzn.to/3oc5J8E
    amzn.to/3EVUgQC
    Link to a 4 channel hidden bluetooth stereo im using in my 1972 BMW 2002tii with a wireless remote!
    amzn.to/3y10Lje
    Link to a cheaper 4 channel hidden bluetooth stereo
    amzn.to/3fmBh9v
    Link to some cheap Kenwood 6.5" speakers
    amzn.to/3vwrEsh
    amzn.to/3bVaa1f
  • ยานยนต์และพาหนะ

ความคิดเห็น • 121

  • @bobdonoho8484
    @bobdonoho8484 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    "the startup sound can't be that bad.... AHHHHH TURN IT OFF!!!"

    • @DavidB-rx3km
      @DavidB-rx3km 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've had a few bluetooth things that do similar 'connect' sounds, and they are all horrible. I had headphones I was using in the gym and it was constant 'dee-dee-deeeee bluetooth mode ... connected', 'dee-dee-dooooo bluetooth mode ... disconnected', 'dee-dee-deeeee bluetooth mode ... connected', 'dee-dee-dooooo bluetooth mode ... disconnected'. I just put them away and never used them again. I have Bose bluetooth headphones and it's just a very simple, nice tone.
      This one is the worst I've heard though, it's like a full symphony.

  • @xblackdog
    @xblackdog 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ordered this, and put it in my '86 F150. Works fantastically! Thanks for the video, really saved me a lot of time and money!

  • @mattsmith6397
    @mattsmith6397 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    A belated thanks for making this. After seeing this, I now have the same setup wired into my 1968 Sunbeam Alpine and enjoying streamed music while driving. I’ve got the unit mounted behind the dash though, so I can work the volume control which is great when pulling up to the lights and need to turn down or putting foot down and turning it up! Cheers for inspiration.

  • @Tmrfe0962
    @Tmrfe0962 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, nice and concise. Appreciate the effort it took to record this. Helped quiet a bit…cheers

  • @xerra1
    @xerra1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this really educational video. At least for me. I was wondering what car audio to install in my new bought 1989 Alfa Spider, which hasn't had any radio installed from the factory.
    Was a bit undecided if to go with old radio in matching vintage style and then having problems with playing music from my phone or to buy some new radio which supports all new technologies but would definitely not match vintage car look. And finally I realized I don't want to install any typical car audio at all, which would be visible in the car's cockpit.
    And now, after seeing your video, I know the solution. Already ordered. Thanks.

  • @JohnSmith-dj5gf
    @JohnSmith-dj5gf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Well done, thanks! I’m going to install one of these in my FJ40 Land Cruiser and this was very helpful. The start up sound of that original Bluetooth stereo would drive me nuts too!

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks. Yeah the new system is cheap and works well. I'm happy.

    • @devilsslidedoug
      @devilsslidedoug 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just added one of these to my FJ40. I love the look with a retro nob in the dash. Unfortunately, I'm very disappointed with the sound quality. Frequency response is appalling, especially in the low range and it simply doesn't output high enough levels to be heard in a noisy, rattly, loud vehicle. I will have to invest in a proper bluetooth amplifier and discard the cheap chinesium unit which is unfortunate because the fit in the dash with the nob was great.

  • @rice8041
    @rice8041 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just what i was after, thank you for that!

    • @raulbluesman9463
      @raulbluesman9463 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I second that, you've saved me ages!

  • @c3aloha
    @c3aloha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Was looking for just this solution for my 1960 Ford Falcon that didn’t come with radio installed. You saved me from buying an expensive retro radio! Thanks!

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome!

    • @c3aloha
      @c3aloha 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevenc22 I noticed the Bluetooth remains connected even though the amp is turned off. Is it draining battery power all the time?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@c3aloha you wired it wrong. You must have wired it to constant power instead of switched power.

    • @c3aloha
      @c3aloha 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevenc22 ah yes I confess I wired straight to my battery because couldn’t find a good switched source under my dash to splice off of. Still it seems strange that it should still be on when it’s turned off. It does work great though! Thanks again for uploading!

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@c3aloha The bluetooth circuit probably stays on even if the amp is turned off. Wire in a switch into the battery wiring to totally kill the amp and the bluetooth

  • @riderzinc
    @riderzinc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video, I was looking into something like this just to play music over bluetooth, I was tempted by the new Style Nobsound but still browsing for ideas

  • @tynado1173
    @tynado1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks man this is exactly what I'm looking for.

  • @munkyking4323
    @munkyking4323 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this!
    I had just started wondering if I could pull a Bluetooth stand-alone speaker to pieces to hide in my ‘68 Porsche, but this is even better!

    • @Freejohnsilkyputty
      @Freejohnsilkyputty 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Get 2 high watt Bluetooth speakers and pair them. Put one under your back seat and one under the passenger seat. Car with thump

  • @samueldowney2806
    @samueldowney2806 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! I was looking for just this solution!

  • @roguetrader1857
    @roguetrader1857 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now that's what you call creative thinking!

  • @user-uk8zp1wq2e
    @user-uk8zp1wq2e 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great idea and work!

  • @calebkeefer4943
    @calebkeefer4943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Guys technically you can find any modern radio that has a rf (do not get ir) remote and hide it. If you need more space you can disassemble it but you should be able to do wiring similarly and most of these cheap radios have built in amps, and can use radio/aux/bluetooth etc that can be switched over with the remote, as well as the volume, and what else? NO STARTUP SOUND. This is because it's technically announcing it startup visually on it's screen, which is going to be hidden and replaced with the remote. Just thinking out loud and might do this on my 1974 Buick Regal. Good luck guys.

    • @KookiDowg
      @KookiDowg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow. I never thought of that... I'm going to steal your idea haha

  • @mtjosvold
    @mtjosvold 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    AAANNNNND.....let's show off my engine sound :) Love it. That was NOT $20 on amazon. Thanks for the helpful video

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      amzn.to/3kSb8jn

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      amzn.to/3oc5J8E

  • @prestondanielgrant2152
    @prestondanielgrant2152 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK GOD I found your video. The ANNOYING amplifier was in my cart and NOW I have the other one ordered and an original VW block off plate that will match the rest of my interior! Original parts, yes. Bluetooth audio, yes. Annoying startup jingle, NOPE!

  • @hescornbread
    @hescornbread 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The sounds is actually kind of cool bro

  • @DIYwithBatteries
    @DIYwithBatteries 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video 👍

  • @jish55
    @jish55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    An idea I came up with is, in classic cars, to try and find a bluetooth radio that is slightly smaller than the pop out ashtray, where you remove the ashtray, keep the lid, and rig up a device that allows the bluetooth screen to slowly slide out and rest on the lid. This would allow for you to keep the overall aesthetic of the classic while also having a modern amenity.

    • @prestondanielgrant2152
      @prestondanielgrant2152 ปีที่แล้ว

      Doing this in my VW, I'll let you know how it goes.

    • @danielghann377
      @danielghann377 ปีที่แล้ว

      The same company makes a smaller 100 x 2 that fits perfectly in the ashtray of my 1960 Belair. Works great driving two speakers in the dash.

  • @youngcoffey9631
    @youngcoffey9631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think I’m gonna try and install this on my 96 K1500 just as a work around

    • @OpenBarGarage
      @OpenBarGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Funny. I searched this for my 89 k1500

  • @jvinsnes
    @jvinsnes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I want to do something similar in my 240 1986. Really want to keep its original look, but have featers and audio quality of a modern system.

  • @yeahhnah
    @yeahhnah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That start up sound made me laugh so hard hahah ffs 😂

  • @skippygirl959
    @skippygirl959 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I may just use your idea here. Both of my old car's stereos broke within a couple days of each other and I have been having such a hard time finding something that won't look ridiculous as a replacement in my dash. If I use this then I can just hide it away and keep my original head unit.

  • @baneofpain8237
    @baneofpain8237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bruh, my miata is about to become a beast.

  • @trifeali9178
    @trifeali9178 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    keep Aux jack for if on road trips can't get connection can fix that usually by downloading the music but then your phone will run slow and have no memory

  • @rocketscientist007
    @rocketscientist007 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you have a cigarette lighter receptacle. there are totally wireless solutions. Bluetooth adapter plugs into cigarette lighter & broadcasts on any open FM channel on car radio. I don't think many vehicles had FM radios in the 60's. Most started in the 70's & by the 80's all had it.

  • @jakewelsh1002
    @jakewelsh1002 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol your choice of music sounded like the start up music 🤔😆

  • @ChapoChaos
    @ChapoChaos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m thinking about installing this into a busted 8 track player for my 63 rambler

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do it, works great.

  • @angievasquez7374
    @angievasquez7374 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can this be put in a 1978 Mercedes 300d ?

  • @salsoujah4365
    @salsoujah4365 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the video. What 12 volt power supply you are using to power it ?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's powered by the car battery. On my bench I was just using a standard 12v wall transformer.

  • @64maxpower
    @64maxpower 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeah no. I was totally on board until I heard that sound. What were they thinking when he made that device? But you gave me a good idea and I'm going to build on that

  • @esqueue
    @esqueue 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hahahahahahahaha, that startup sound.

  • @sde37
    @sde37 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Looking to do this with my ‘64 Thunderbird. I wonder if there are any amps which don’t have a startup noise? Also, do i need to splice the speaker wires if i want to run the stock radio, and switchover to the bluetooth amp? thx

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can splice speaker wires but maybe you should get a different hidden unit. I am use this other unit in my 1976 bmw 2002 and it is also great. Has no start up around and a radio. magnadyne.com/aquavibe-avmd50bb-hide-a-way-waterproof-am-fm-bt-bluetooth-streaming-receiver/

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      www.amazon.com/dp/B072LDM7N6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_iI.2Fb1XVF7HT

  • @juliestam5682
    @juliestam5682 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which one of the three links under ‘Bluetooth amplifier’ did you buy? I would like to purchase the exact same one!

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      amzn.to/3FKutvF

  • @owensullivan4137
    @owensullivan4137 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What speakers are you using and or recommend? Ive looked on Amazon but I want the right size and match to work well with this unit? Thanks for the video!!!

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just some simple 6.5" Kenwoods amzn.to/3qWBK2a

    • @owensullivan4137
      @owensullivan4137 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevenc22 awesome thanks

  • @davidk3119
    @davidk3119 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will this work with four speakers? Did you find one that is 4 channel by any chance? Thanks!

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can wire 4 speakers to this but it will halve the volume of each speaker. I haven't really found a cheap 4 channel board like this. Now they do make 4 channel bluetooth motorcycle and marine modules that would work fine. They are a bit bigger in size so you have to think about where you will put the module www.amazon.com/dp/B072BMP3YG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_WW0XX5AD66KMQD9XS4PN

  • @matthewpapke1091
    @matthewpapke1091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love it- question can you run hands free? I've seen BT amps but looking for something that will run hands free too for calls.

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is harder. Marine and hidden amps often dont have microphones for hands free calling. You may just want to get a regular head unit with a remote control and hide the head unit in the glove box.

  • @brandonmiller3189
    @brandonmiller3189 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it possible to install an amp with this system if you want more volume?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course. An amp simply takes an incoming signal and increases it. So yes.

  • @johngranata5515
    @johngranata5515 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you send the signal from the second device to a decent Amplifier to power a larger system ?

  • @davidmcfarland3940
    @davidmcfarland3940 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video. You used a DC power supply to test the system out of the car. Do you have a source for that? Thanks much.

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  ปีที่แล้ว

      Here you go David amzn.to/3CH0Qv3

  • @cosolote
    @cosolote 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    can you use it to make or receive a phone call? does it have a mic? Thanks for the video

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No. It's a Bluetooth amp and does not have a mic

  • @hescornbread
    @hescornbread 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So you can hook this up to subwoofers also?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some subwoofers take a component input, that would work.

  • @navatheclown
    @navatheclown 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can this work on a 1968 buick electra by any chance ?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This will work on any classic car with a 12v electrical system. Some carsb have a 6v electrical system and that won't work.

  • @grayslick2004
    @grayslick2004 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can I find the module that you didn't like?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      amzn.to/3cwlOyY

  • @pedrokim7435
    @pedrokim7435 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video!
    How would you connect to a vintage blaupunkt radio 6 pin round aux
    Thanks

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You use an adapter like this www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Blaupunkt-Frankfurt-STEREO-AUX-IN-MP3-iPod-Smartphone-Adapter-8-PIN-/303514410550?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Then you can use any bluetooth to 3.5mm aux adapter board.

    • @pedrokim7435
      @pedrokim7435 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great!
      Thank you!

  • @jeboris2218
    @jeboris2218 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would I be able to just connect those power wires to the existing radio wires, I have an am radio single din in my car but I was thinking of just making my own custom plate and putting this through there.

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. The current radio probably has switched power so you can tap power from there

    • @jeboris2218
      @jeboris2218 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevenc22 gotcha so which wires do I need to connect to again, left radio wires right radio and switched, Unswitched and ground

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeboris2218 yes. U need the speakers wires, switched power and ground. You don't need the constant 12v

    • @jeboris2218
      @jeboris2218 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevenc22 okay thank you!

  • @gregbrown5488
    @gregbrown5488 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How is it 1 year later? Still working?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Of course. Works great, no regrets.

  • @AngelDeVille
    @AngelDeVille 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! I have multiple cars I need this in!

  • @JustinTimeForParties
    @JustinTimeForParties 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can it be put in a 1969 Cadillac

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course. It just needs power and some speaker wire

  • @dewholdingsllc1050
    @dewholdingsllc1050 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best practice is to use a 12v 4 pin relay that is energized when key on. Plenty of relay come with a integrated fuse, otherwise install a fuse inline the power supply line.

  • @bennybradycom
    @bennybradycom 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Garage door closed? Wellness check at 13:42

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      30 seconds of reving is super dangerous....

    • @bennybradycom
      @bennybradycom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@stevenc22 Ah come on - it's a joke! Wait, unless you're a ghost now.

  • @anthonypipia6990
    @anthonypipia6990 ปีที่แล้ว

    I only need 2 speakers, can I still buy a 4 channel amp?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Of course

    • @anthonypipia6990
      @anthonypipia6990 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevenc22 I have an Alfa Romeo spider that I wanted to install a Bluetooth amp for the 2 speakers it has. Nothing crazy, do you recommend any wattage of speaker to pair with the amp?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@anthonypipia6990 Don't worry about wattage. The amp will likely put out less than the speakers can handle. Just a cheap set of name brand speakers will be fine. Kenwood / jvc / blaupanc.

    • @anthonypipia6990
      @anthonypipia6990 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevenc22 we’re you still able to hear it with the top down?

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@anthonypipia6990 depends on how much wattage the amp puts out. 200w should be plenty

  • @dariusmatthews2521
    @dariusmatthews2521 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ...you could’ve just mounted the sound knob to the console strapped it idk

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely, but i don't want to damage my console, so i just hid it.

    • @dariusmatthews2521
      @dariusmatthews2521 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevenc22 wow that was so fast thank you for the response...also I found a 95 ford mustang...you know the one (...I hope) anything I should keep an eye out for if you know? Its well maintained just some bad paint

  • @ericjenkins6607
    @ericjenkins6607 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The link will not open. Can you give me more info to find it. Love the idea of putting it in my 69 Mustang

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Here you go www.ebay.com/itm/274406989100

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      www.amazon.com/dp/B07XG33WPN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uWkOFbTHK0T6S

    • @ericjenkins6607
      @ericjenkins6607 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you

    • @TimStaintonJames
      @TimStaintonJames 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great video... Any update on the product links? Desperately want to try this in my little classic. Tia

    • @stevenc22
      @stevenc22  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TimStaintonJames still works great. Links in description work.

  • @garbhanmyles
    @garbhanmyles 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ridiculous indeed. Redonkulous even. Sounds like the guy who made went to a melancholic wedding of Elves the night before they made it.

  • @Paul_Munro
    @Paul_Munro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🤣

  • @Koloherides
    @Koloherides 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chinese music. too much.

  • @Freejohnsilkyputty
    @Freejohnsilkyputty 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just mount a JBL party box under the dash and one in your trunk.

  • @Freejohnsilkyputty
    @Freejohnsilkyputty 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Treble machine lol