You sir are a savior. I was a bit worried about how hard it'd be to run an amp.and subwoofer setup when I got my 2015 Q50 last week, you've taken that worry away. Thank you.
Idk if you still have your Q but being that your video helped me out installing my amp and sub I wanted to give you a sound piece of advice. Dump that kicker passive LOC and buy an audio control LC1i. HUGE gain in performance. Night and day difference from the kicker loc. Before my amp was turned almost all the way up. Now I have it turned about ¼ of the way up and I have cleaner sound and more low end. I thought these active LOC's were all hype but now im a believer 😆. Also for anyone having low idle hum, its the mic located under the headliner light and sunglasses holder that is causing it. Just pop down that light and unplug the noise-canceling mic. The noise canceling will still work because there is a mic in the back as well but the one in the front causes the hum.
Bruh. You could've skipped on the LOC altogether if you used an amp with speaker level inputs. Now, if you have a particular amp you want to use that doesn't have 'em, that's one thing. But if you're shopping around, just get right amp and you're good. Save money and time on the loc. Also, it might be worth checking out the owc harnesses in the future if you want a pnp connection.
@prestige8161 I've run high level inputs directly into amps before. My old truck used to be wired up like that. You usually don't see that option on modern amps with LOC's being so inexpensive.
@@UnburdenedByWhatHasBeen On a lot of the modern amps, the high level inputs are built into the RCA jacks (like the Alpine R-A75M amp i'm pushing). I think that's why most people miss it. Everyone from back in the day is used to RCAs only being for low level. Gotta check the amp to be sure.
Nice clean install! Brings me back to the mid 90s with these subs. Only thing I would be concerned with is I'm in FL and would be worried about that amp overheating in that location. I've got a M45s with a aftermarket head unit setup that I was thinking bout adding the skar evl 12.
man the g37 was so loud i was so dissapointed with the bass on the Qs. but definitely something that can be fixed very easily so i am not worried at all, either way i always buy aftermarket and add some trunk bangers
Love ya car and set up man. I just scooped a 2017 Q50 (BOSE). I previously had a 4k watt system in my Honda Accord with a JS H.O. Alternator and XS Power Extra Batt. Looking to swap my system over just can't find someone who customizes HO Alts for the Q50. Any thoughts or directions to make the 4k work in the Q50? Got my sub btw💪🏾
Lovethe instal video.Going to install a sub now.its beeen years since ive wired up any car but i cant wait to do this now Appreciate the video.Where did you get you car mats??
The 2017 q50 has a second battery on the left side of the trunk. It would probably be much easier to install than routing the power cable to the battery under the hood! I found this out when installing mine
@@SquareWheelsAuto The non-hybrid has a second battery in the back. I *heard* that it's there to provide enough fast-cranking power for the engine stop/start system, but I have not confirmed that. I'm currently trying to find out if the rear battery is simply wired in parallel with the front battery or if it's somehow isolated. If the latter is the case, you might not want to use it for audio.
right? it may be legit tho, I’ve torn up my trunk since then and there’s definitely a perfect cutout to fit a battery, it’s where I ended up putting my aux batt 😈
I got the premium Bose and I also have the same setup but with an upgrade 12 inch subwoofer from skar. Let me tell you it's bangs it sounds good 🔥🔥🔥 totally recommend
If you add a subwoofer does it keep the bass from the Bose or no? Or does it completely turn off the bass from the bose? I want buy and add a subwoofer to my q60 but I want the bass from the Bose to be heard too
@Honest Review - if you wire your amp and sub as shown in this video, your Bose system will have no idea that a subwoofer is added, so it will behave exactly the same. All the fine tuning, center point, driver sound stage etc will be retained.
Thx man for showing how to install a sub but I just got to ask you how you put the video on your screen I have an infinity and I don’t know how to put videos on my screen so if you can show us how you can do I I will appreciate thx man
does this amp come with a remote to control the bass output of just the skar sub in the trunk? or when you turn up the bass on the radio up front it turns all the bass of on all of the speakers?
Yup, both actually. It comes with a remote bass control knob which controls gains on only the sub. You can also use the bass controls on your radio which would affect all speakers including the sub.
Rookie here just replacing my original bose amp in my q50 after replacing fuses didn’t do the trick(new fuses immediately blew). Your video helped me locate the amp after infiniti service wanted to charge 2200$ to replace the amp! Should I disconnect the amp from power as I do it?
Glad the vid helped!!! If u think it's the amp making the fuse blow, it shouldn't matter. Please post up how the swap goes man I always wondered if they have to be programmed/resyncd. Good luck!!!! 🤞🏽
@@SquareWheelsAuto I was kinda iffy when I seen on Amazon all them blowing up and catching fire. But some are really good reviews but I’m going to take a chance on it. Lol 😂
Couldn't agree more! I want to do this to mine, thanks for posting. I have a 2018 Q50RS with Bose...not a big fan. It helps if you fade slightly to the back, otherwise the front sound bar and mid-bass overwhelm the rear sub. But it's still pretty weak sauce. Trunk room is already on the smallish side. :( But I'd give some up for deeper bass.
Still no complaints from this Skar setup! I have the bass gain knob set to like 5% and it’s the perfect amount of bump for day-to-day. Good luck, thx for watching!!
Any issues with the amp placement in terms of too much heat, not enough air, etc? I love the location but don't wanna fry my amp🤣 $550 a little rough to replace
Haven't had any issues at all. Whenever I go back there the amp isn't even warm. I read somewhere that's not much of an issue anymore for modern class D amps. Don't quite me on that though, YMMV!! 😅
@@liloversteer7308 the RP series covers many different amps, and most of them are class D. Class D amps generate virtually no heat - all energy is transferred to the load. Mine is cool to the touch, even after pushing them, covered, for 6+ hours.
@@SquareWheelsAuto every rp class d ive had/ ran into get extremely hot... idk if its how you had urs tuned but mine wasnt clipping and got very hot. i was also running a big 3 with a 2nd agm battery in the trunk. im not sure what caused it, but the rp800 lasted like 2 years
Could be better that way? I'm not a pro installer or audiophile, just a guy with a Q. I do know this setup has been rattling my mirrors cleanly and consistently for over a year 👍🏾
@@SquareWheelsAuto that’s good that nothing bad has happened. If I decide to keep mine (2014 Q50 with the Bose), I might do it before the amp and also disconnect the factory sub so I don’t blow it up when the lows hit.
@@clarks2001 I'm no pro, but I know enough to know there's literally no chance of that happening. All you're doing is piggybacking the low frequency signal from the factory sub. There's nothing getting sent *to* it.
@@SquareWheelsAuto I’m definitely no pro either. But thank you for the clarification. I’ve got an alpine type r (older model) and a 1000w mono amp just waiting for me to install but was always afraid I’d mess something up. I’ve done many installs on all my other vehicles but they never had premium systems in them so the Q is new territory for me on audio. Also, I’m on the fence about the “Tesla screen”. Being a 2014, it’s not capable of a PnP CarPlay module, which I need. I’m not sure if Phoenix has one that has CarPlay though but seen something about one that had it.
@@clarks2001 I do know a thing or two about those 😅 th-cam.com/video/UnAJlgdZ0So/w-d-xo.html Carplay support included, no need for additional accessories: th-cam.com/video/q_krcJmG4Fo/w-d-xo.html
Yes factory signals and wiring are all intact. I spliced (google posi-tap) the factory wiring so it would still send signal to the factory sub. I actually ended up removing the factory sub to let more sound flow into the cabin. I'll reinstall it when I return the vehicle to stock form.
Thinking back to the install - I think the remote wire they provided was pretty puny. I still used it and have had no issues since, but that's literally the only complaint.
Hey bro nice video, I'm glad my diy guide on the q50 forum helped you. I know that image anywhere when people msg me on fb :). Btw you might want to replace those t-taps because the sub with rock those t-taps and make it loose and won't bite into the wire. Make it seem like the amp or sub blown but it will be that t-tap. Just a suggestion
Best Buys a week ago wouldn't install my after market amplifier and subwoofer... both of which are just between 360-400 RMS nothing crazy. I wanted to keep the stock BOSE system. He stated my speakers will blow. How are your speakers now since the install and has it enhanced your sound experience? any power issues? My car is 2015 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid .. the battery is in the back but the truck space is small compared to normal Q50
Sorry man but this made me laugh. I'd love to have them try to explain that one to me. How could an aftermarket amp/sub make your factory speakers blow???? The systems are essentially independent and have no affect on one another. I've installed aftermarket amp/subs on every car since my first, a 1987 Dodge Omni. It's a very common practice. To answer ur questions directly, my speakers are still in pristine condition and I've had no power issues.
@@SquareWheelsAuto exactly what I thought. It’s like I paid you to perform a service; here’s my parts ..do it. He didn’t do it, just shady explanation after shady explanation I was alright just nod and smile then go. Ended up refunding the service vouchers and thought next steps. Thanks
@@vsar223 NICE. You're better off in the long run by not letting the wrong person touch your car. This is a fun, low risk, weekend project. 3-4 beer maximum installation time. 🍻
Yeah the concept is pretty much the same for all cars. You'll just need to figure out the appropriate places to tap because the harnesses and wire colors might be different
Hey man I’m new to all of this and I wanted to install my system myself I have the same products you have … how do I hook the power wire to the battery ??
Brother, thank you for the video. I have a question for you. Have you had any issues with the amp overheating since the amplifier is located in the spare tire compartment? I'll be installing two Alpine KTP445u power pack amps to boost my front doors, rear doors and aft shelf 3.5" speakers. I am hoping to install them where you installed your amp, thus the question. Like you, I needed a little more bass so I installed a small powered sub (with an LC21 Pro line output converter) to my 2016 Q50 Red Sport and have loved the the difference it has made. The install is clean and I've lost nearly no trunk space. I did have to turn off my ANC (active noice control) but that was simple. By the way, I've created wire diagrams (using PowerPoint of all things) for my entire set up if anyone is interested.
No heat issues whatsoever. I think it's because the amp I used is Class D?? No matter how long or hard I run it, it stays cool to the touch. Enjoy man!!
@@cristianmota5405 Below is the link to the folder that contains the PDF of all the sound mods I have made. This PDF includes the wire diagrams I created, pictures, and a portion of the "Audio, Visual" section of the Service Manual for the 2016 Infiniti Q50. I am not sure if any changes have been made to later (or prior) years, so you might need to verify. I have installed the powered sub (as you might have read already), an amp for the front door speakers, and one amp for the rear doors/aft shelf. I do not think I will be installing the Center Amp since (I believe) the junky Bose amp seems to focus most of its power on the front center (dashboard) speakers. The system sounds nice with the factory speakers but I do plan on upgrading most of the speakers in the future. Here is the link to the PDF (Updated 03/30/2022): 1drv.ms/b/s!Au42u7eTh78BmdVrjqaDdSdOWKbNQg?e=NqlGKW
@@SquareWheelsAuto Oh ok. How do wire about the subs and amp I was looking for that in the video but I don’t think you record it. Also what was that kicker black box I don’t think that comes in the kit
@@Awsometiger1011 yup it's just a standard sub install after that. Plenty of how to install a sub vids on YT, I just covered what makes it unique on a q50. The black box is the line out converter from your speaker signal to ur amp. Hit me on IG @veeqfiddy happy to talk u thru it if U get stuck
Emblem is dipped in this video. I got a black LED one recently as part of my headlight project. Check out that vid, there's a link to the emblem there!
What are your thoughts about M45-like shoulder mounted tweeters, 2 on each front seat? I had that in a M45 back in the day, and thought it added a lot to certain music. Do you think it's doable? This isn't in my wheelhouse so I don't know.
@@SquareWheelsAuto I'm thinking if Bose/infiniti did it, it can be done. Cut out and de-foam the dimensions of the tweeter. Run the wires down the sides of the seat. Meet those wires with the under floor harnesses. Route to head unit or amp. My biggest concern is integration and control.
But I installed the specific loc you mentioned, and I also tapped the remote signal as well, only the remote worked, I didn’t get any sound through my sub
Hi brother. Love all your videos. Wanted to know since you have the mark 5. How’s your subs and or system hooked up. I have the mark 5 but the factory engine noise they pump In is ruining everything. Can’t access secret menu because I installed the mark 5. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hmmmm you should still be able to access the secret menu through intouch. Have you tried that? I don't have the fake exhaust/ANC sound, but I've heard of other people that cut the microphone in the headliner to disable it?
I had this installed before I got my Tesla screen: th-cam.com/video/wUAs0IwxbEc/w-d-xo.html Dude you're gonna want to see my interior lighting project when I'm done. It pops extra on the cream interior. Stay tuned!!
Nope. If you have ANC it will cause this. Try disabling in your infotainment menu, and if it works, permanently kill ANC by disabling the ANC microphone.
I’m 100 💯 sure that I did all good and nice but when I started my car the center console was off and the radio I checked the fuse is a 10a but it heat up what could that be
So I bet this isn’t gonna get a reply but it’s worth a try. I did everything you did but sub is super quiet. I even went out to go buy an LOC and same thing. Amp powers on and I can feel the sub playing but it’s super quiet any idea what that could be?
I got the all the same parts as you installed on my Q50. I am getting a thump from the subwoofer when I turn off the car. Does/did this ever happened to you? Thank you.
@SquareWheels Automotive my line output converter came with the 4 speaker wires, a power, ground, and remote wich I ran to the power, ground, and remote into the amp. That was the problem I just capped those wires to the converter and only used the speaker wires and it works great. Not sure why it comes with them if u dnt need them. Great video tho brotha everything else went fine thanks to you i just had a different type of converter. Getting that power wire through the backseat was sumn else. Used a flashlight to find that hole then pushed a hanger from the trunk into the back seat then taped the power wire and pulled it through.Thanks again for the video
I’m getting a loud rumbling sound from my sub. Can anyone tell me how to disable the Active Noise Cancellation in a 2018 Q50? There is no option in my secret menu to do so.
@@SquareWheelsAuto I just got this enclosure for Christmas and plan on installing it this week. Do you still have the factory Bose speakers inside? If so how do they sound with the added bass?
@@MrKINGSHT205 still running all the factory Bose, they sound great. Sub gain is turned to like 10% and it balances the whole system out. Congrats, nice gift!! 🙌🏾
Hey I like your video man I have the same car as you except mine is white but I'm missing headscreen that you have so I can play music video ect. Is this is something that you purchase aftermarket or is that the factory it's really nice it's something that I am interested on putting in my car also
@@SquareWheelsAuto thanks, this sub looks good but I plan on getting bags on my Q and want to have a trunk still lmao. Also I think I have the same mats as you but mine don't stick to the "walls" next to your legs, did you use velcro or some type of adhesion for this?
@@enriqueramos2554 I feel you! I considered doing an infinite baffle sub in the ski pass through, that could be an option! For the mats, I tucked the edges under the plastic trim pieces all around to make them "stick" 😎👍🏾
This is great, but I just used a harness i got from owc upgrades. Just plugs right into the stock sub/amp and then to my new Alpine R-A75M amp. I did have them install rcas on the wiring to plug in and look clean. Definitely worth checking out imo. Car thumps now.
@@theripper121 They're pricey because they're custom made and really high quality. A rare thing these days. The way I see it is I would've spent a bunch of time wiring it up, cutting into my car, or pay out the a$$ to have a local shop in my area hack into my car. For me it was well worth it. Plus, I like that it's reversible in case I sell the car.
To each his own I guess. There are other ways to accomplish the same end result that are significantly cheaper. Again at the end of the day you do you but that harness is more than what most people are paying for their amps. I could never justify that.
@@theripper121 Yeah, different mindset for sure. Because I really like the quality and value of it. The least expensive one for the Q50 is like 90 bux. And the premium version (i bought) is 115. My amp cost me about $325. Unless you're goin for the cheapest of the cheap setup, 90 bux is nothing for a high-quality setup that clicks in 2 seconds, gives me awesome signals, and maintains the value of my car. How would you accomplish that cheaper without wasting a bunch of time?
Anyone else feel weird driving around without junk in the trunk????
I definitely do
Yep it just ain’t right when you ain’t got something moving around in there
@@TheRELLEworld like some midgets in the backseat rasslin
@@SquareWheelsAuto yessssssssssssss
Did you have any issues with your subwoofer after installing it like the subwoofer is making a loud rumbling sound when you would start driving
You sir are a savior. I was a bit worried about how hard it'd be to run an amp.and subwoofer setup when I got my 2015 Q50 last week, you've taken that worry away. Thank you.
Congrats on the Q man. Glad the video helped, stay tuned I got plenty more for ya!
add tips ?, just got a 2017 q50 (non-bose) i am thinking of starting with a getting a amp
@@jayg2625 howd it go?
That lavender wire just saved my install on the Q60. Champion.
Idk if you still have your Q but being that your video helped me out installing my amp and sub I wanted to give you a sound piece of advice. Dump that kicker passive LOC and buy an audio control LC1i. HUGE gain in performance. Night and day difference from the kicker loc. Before my amp was turned almost all the way up. Now I have it turned about ¼ of the way up and I have cleaner sound and more low end. I thought these active LOC's were all hype but now im a believer 😆. Also for anyone having low idle hum, its the mic located under the headliner light and sunglasses holder that is causing it. Just pop down that light and unplug the noise-canceling mic. The noise canceling will still work because there is a mic in the back as well but the one in the front causes the hum.
Bruh. You could've skipped on the LOC altogether if you used an amp with speaker level inputs. Now, if you have a particular amp you want to use that doesn't have 'em, that's one thing. But if you're shopping around, just get right amp and you're good. Save money and time on the loc. Also, it might be worth checking out the owc harnesses in the future if you want a pnp connection.
@prestige8161 I've run high level inputs directly into amps before. My old truck used to be wired up like that. You usually don't see that option on modern amps with LOC's being so inexpensive.
@@UnburdenedByWhatHasBeen On a lot of the modern amps, the high level inputs are built into the RCA jacks (like the Alpine R-A75M amp i'm pushing). I think that's why most people miss it. Everyone from back in the day is used to RCAs only being for low level. Gotta check the amp to be sure.
Nice clean install! Brings me back to the mid 90s with these subs. Only thing I would be concerned with is I'm in FL and would be worried about that amp overheating in that location. I've got a M45s with a aftermarket head unit setup that I was thinking bout adding the skar evl 12.
Class D amps are different than they were in the 90s! Always cool to touch, even after bumping 6+ hours to a show in FL 🤯
I did my G35 myself and it did hair tricks I’m actually wiring up the Q50 I just got rite now
Thanks for the video. I just needed to know the amp turn on wire from the Bose.
Having trouble finding a good ground for the amp and I have the same location for the amp! Where did he put his at?
TH-cam’s a trip, I was just thinking 💭 about putting music in my 15 Q50! And this shows up on my line 👁 crazy. Subscribed 🤙
Thx for the support! Check out my other video about the top screen units - totally transforms the infotainment experience in my opinion 😎👌!
I’ve got 2 12’s from pioneer from my old car and plan on getting a Q. Can’t wait for this thanks!
I got the premium bose. It sounds good but it definitely needs some more punch. Ill probably go with a powered bazooka 10"
man the g37 was so loud i was so dissapointed with the bass on the Qs. but definitely something that can be fixed very easily so i am not worried at all, either way i always buy aftermarket and add some trunk bangers
@@presidential3228 i bought a skar 2k watt amp and a 12inch kicker solarbaric. Definitely hitting hard now
@@UnburdenedByWhatHasBeen Oh yea you definitely making cars in other lanes mad 😂🔥🔥
Does it turn off the bass off completely from the bose by adding a subwoofer? I wanna add a sub but I wanna keep the bass from the bose too
Love ya car and set up man. I just scooped a 2017 Q50 (BOSE). I previously had a 4k watt system in my Honda Accord with a JS H.O. Alternator and XS Power Extra Batt. Looking to swap my system over just can't find someone who customizes HO Alts for the Q50. Any thoughts or directions to make the 4k work in the Q50? Got my sub btw💪🏾
Congrats on the new Q!! From the sound of things, you're more advanced than me fam, idk what to tell u lol!!
Finally a great tutorial i’m using this to help me when I do mine!!!
How's that install looking @DSkatez?
Lovethe instal video.Going to install a sub now.its beeen years since ive wired up any car but i cant wait to do this now
Appreciate the video.Where did you get you car mats??
Fun little weekend project that pays dividends every time you drive! 🤘😎
Mats are from Ebay! Search for "Q50 leather mats"
Sir, I love the video!!! Where did you purchase your Apple Carplay/Android Auto? What year is your Q50??? I'll be doing the install on a 2017
The 2017 q50 has a second battery on the left side of the trunk. It would probably be much easier to install than routing the power cable to the battery under the hood! I found this out when installing mine
Wow really??? Thx for sharing. Yours isn't a hybrid right?
@@SquareWheelsAuto The non-hybrid has a second battery in the back. I *heard* that it's there to provide enough fast-cranking power for the engine stop/start system, but I have not confirmed that. I'm currently trying to find out if the rear battery is simply wired in parallel with the front battery or if it's somehow isolated. If the latter is the case, you might not want to use it for audio.
@@watchitexplode interesting/WEIRD
Lol wtf car is set up for an audio head stock
right? it may be legit tho, I’ve torn up my trunk since then and there’s definitely a perfect cutout to fit a battery, it’s where I ended up putting my aux batt 😈
Hey man, did the sub come installed in its housing or did you have to put the sub speaker in its box? Thanks homie, keep up the great content!
Jk it looks installed already when you pulled it out of the box
Yep it came loaded and ready to rock 🤘🏾😎
@@SquareWheelsAuto Nice. Skar does make some pretty decent stuff, especially for the price. Loaded and ready to go.
Attempts my first install. So happy I found this video. I have a few questions and need a lil guidance. Can you please help!!
Hi me on IG I'll do my best
I got the premium Bose and I also have the same setup but with an upgrade 12 inch subwoofer from skar. Let me tell you it's bangs it sounds good 🔥🔥🔥 totally recommend
I can only imagine what its like with an upgraded 12 lol you gotta be cracking pavement!!!
If you add a subwoofer does it keep the bass from the Bose or no? Or does it completely turn off the bass from the bose? I want buy and add a subwoofer to my q60 but I want the bass from the Bose to be heard too
@@honestreview169 you still could hear the Bose system brah even with the subwoofer it sounds clean af !!
@Honest Review - if you wire your amp and sub as shown in this video, your Bose system will have no idea that a subwoofer is added, so it will behave exactly the same. All the fine tuning, center point, driver sound stage etc will be retained.
Damn this install vid was way better than mine 😅
Debatable, it’s different strokes for different folks! Thx tho fam!😅
@@SquareWheelsAuto haha appreciate you 🙏
I’m gonna try this. I have a sub and amp I had in my g37. Been too long. Your video makes it look easy.
I'm no pro installer, just a guy who tinkers. This one's an easy 1 afternoon DIY - u got this!!
Nice video. How did you get videos to show on the oem screen?
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Thanks for posting. Needed to find out how to route through firewall for methanol injection, lol. Subscribed👍
That sounds fun 😈😈😈😈
Thx man for showing how to install a sub but I just got to ask you how you put the video on your screen I have an infinity and I don’t know how to put videos on my screen so if you can show us how you can do I I will appreciate thx man
@Elguerro2008 started with this:
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does this amp come with a remote to control the bass output of just the skar sub in the trunk? or when you turn up the bass on the radio up front it turns all the bass of on all of the speakers?
Yup, both actually. It comes with a remote bass control knob which controls gains on only the sub. You can also use the bass controls on your radio which would affect all speakers including the sub.
Rookie here just replacing my original bose amp in my q50 after replacing fuses didn’t do the trick(new fuses immediately blew). Your video helped me locate the amp after infiniti service wanted to charge 2200$ to replace the amp! Should I disconnect the amp from power as I do it?
(At the battery…or doesn’t matter?)
Glad the vid helped!!! If u think it's the amp making the fuse blow, it shouldn't matter. Please post up how the swap goes man I always wondered if they have to be programmed/resyncd. Good luck!!!! 🤞🏽
Rob great video I’m going to install the same will I need a cable for my mark 6 for it to work ?
Nope! Follow this guide exactly and hit me direct with any Qs u know I got u 🫡
@@SquareWheelsAuto I was kinda iffy when I seen on Amazon all them blowing up and catching fire. But some are really good reviews but I’m going to take a chance on it. Lol 😂
I ran mine hard for years no issues, multiple trips back and forth to Tampa full tilt and it never even got warm. Skars ok in my book 🙌🏽
I have the 15 version of this from my Altima. I need a new box to get it to fit for the Q since the trunk is tiny compared to the Altima.
I love the car broski! Where’d you get those floor mats?
eBay!
Hey! Thank you for this awesome video. Where did you get your car mat/ liner?
Nice budget setup! Huge fan of Skar products. Just got a 2018 q50 3.0T Luxe and can’t wait to shop for a sub and amp! Great video. Subscribing!
Thx Nando, congrats and welcome to the Q fam!!! 🙏🏽
Get skar duel 12 inch it's on sale
Couldn't agree more! I want to do this to mine, thanks for posting. I have a 2018 Q50RS with Bose...not a big fan. It helps if you fade slightly to the back, otherwise the front sound bar and mid-bass overwhelm the rear sub. But it's still pretty weak sauce. Trunk room is already on the smallish side. :( But I'd give some up for deeper bass.
Still no complaints from this Skar setup! I have the bass gain knob set to like 5% and it’s the perfect amount of bump for day-to-day.
Good luck, thx for watching!!
Any issues with the amp placement in terms of too much heat, not enough air, etc? I love the location but don't wanna fry my amp🤣 $550 a little rough to replace
Haven't had any issues at all. Whenever I go back there the amp isn't even warm. I read somewhere that's not much of an issue anymore for modern class D amps. Don't quite me on that though, YMMV!! 😅
Dont run an rp series amp covered like that, they get extremely hot and will go bad
@@liloversteer7308 the RP series covers many different amps, and most of them are class D. Class D amps generate virtually no heat - all energy is transferred to the load. Mine is cool to the touch, even after pushing them, covered, for 6+ hours.
@@SquareWheelsAuto every rp class d ive had/ ran into get extremely hot... idk if its how you had urs tuned but mine wasnt clipping and got very hot. i was also running a big 3 with a 2nd agm battery in the trunk. im not sure what caused it, but the rp800 lasted like 2 years
@@SquareWheelsAuto i do have a question tho, do you think a 0 gauge wire will fit through the holes you routed your power through?
I’ve always heard you should tap the signal before the amp and not at the factory sub.
Could be better that way? I'm not a pro installer or audiophile, just a guy with a Q. I do know this setup has been rattling my mirrors cleanly and consistently for over a year 👍🏾
@@SquareWheelsAuto that’s good that nothing bad has happened. If I decide to keep mine (2014 Q50 with the Bose), I might do it before the amp and also disconnect the factory sub so I don’t blow it up when the lows hit.
@@clarks2001 I'm no pro, but I know enough to know there's literally no chance of that happening. All you're doing is piggybacking the low frequency signal from the factory sub. There's nothing getting sent *to* it.
@@SquareWheelsAuto I’m definitely no pro either. But thank you for the clarification. I’ve got an alpine type r (older model) and a 1000w mono amp just waiting for me to install but was always afraid I’d mess something up. I’ve done many installs on all my other vehicles but they never had premium systems in them so the Q is new territory for me on audio. Also, I’m on the fence about the “Tesla screen”. Being a 2014, it’s not capable of a PnP CarPlay module, which I need. I’m not sure if Phoenix has one that has CarPlay though but seen something about one that had it.
@@clarks2001 I do know a thing or two about those 😅
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Nice video! I laughed when you said the q50 sedan had a small trunk as I drive a G37S coupe lol aint much room for anything in there.
Trust me I know lol I had a 2010s coupe 😭
@@SquareWheelsAuto 08 here lol!!
Awesome video…. I have purchased the same equipment in this video. Where did you ground your amp in the trunk area?
Appreciate this went for a charger back to my Infiniti after having a g37 and m37s I missed the power and agility
Hell yeah VQ fam 🙌🏾🙌🏾
@@SquareWheelsAuto till this day !
Should have went for broke and bought the scat pack
Does the factory deck speaker work still since you had to use those wires?
Yes factory signals and wiring are all intact. I spliced (google posi-tap) the factory wiring so it would still send signal to the factory sub.
I actually ended up removing the factory sub to let more sound flow into the cabin. I'll reinstall it when I return the vehicle to stock form.
Hey bro. Getting ready to install the same setup. You’ve had it a while. Any issues?
ZERO issues. Enjoy man, u picked wisely!!
Thinking back to the install - I think the remote wire they provided was pretty puny. I still used it and have had no issues since, but that's literally the only complaint.
@@SquareWheelsAuto Thanks sir, love your channel!
@@danielp1422 No doubt! Thx for watching!!!
@@SquareWheelsAuto finally finished install this week. Sounds awesome!! Thank your for the install video and feedback. Made it a breeze.
What exactly you do to get to play music on top screen?
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Hey bro nice video, I'm glad my diy guide on the q50 forum helped you. I know that image anywhere when people msg me on fb :). Btw you might want to replace those t-taps because the sub with rock those t-taps and make it loose and won't bite into the wire. Make it seem like the amp or sub blown but it will be that t-tap. Just a suggestion
HEY!! Yeah bro your guide was the holy grail, thank you!!!! And yeah I hate the splice connectors I used here - impossible to fully trust lol.
hey bud how are you able to drive and have a video playing?... seems you are still running your oem deck..
Best Buys a week ago wouldn't install my after market amplifier and subwoofer... both of which are just between 360-400 RMS nothing crazy. I wanted to keep the stock BOSE system. He stated my speakers will blow. How are your speakers now since the install and has it enhanced your sound experience? any power issues? My car is 2015 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid .. the battery is in the back but the truck space is small compared to normal Q50
Sorry man but this made me laugh. I'd love to have them try to explain that one to me. How could an aftermarket amp/sub make your factory speakers blow???? The systems are essentially independent and have no affect on one another.
I've installed aftermarket amp/subs on every car since my first, a 1987 Dodge Omni. It's a very common practice. To answer ur questions directly, my speakers are still in pristine condition and I've had no power issues.
@@SquareWheelsAuto exactly what I thought. It’s like I paid you to perform a service; here’s my parts ..do it. He didn’t do it, just shady explanation after shady explanation I was alright just nod and smile then go. Ended up refunding the service vouchers and thought next steps. Thanks
@@vsar223 NICE. You're better off in the long run by not letting the wrong person touch your car. This is a fun, low risk, weekend project. 3-4 beer maximum installation time. 🍻
You think it would be the same for a M37 since everything is basically the same?
Yeah the concept is pretty much the same for all cars. You'll just need to figure out the appropriate places to tap because the harnesses and wire colors might be different
Hey man I’m new to all of this and I wanted to install my system myself I have the same products you have … how do I hook the power wire to the battery ??
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Brother, thank you for the video. I have a question for you. Have you had any issues with the amp overheating since the amplifier is located in the spare tire compartment? I'll be installing two Alpine KTP445u power pack amps to boost my front doors, rear doors and aft shelf 3.5" speakers. I am hoping to install them where you installed your amp, thus the question.
Like you, I needed a little more bass so I installed a small powered sub (with an LC21 Pro line output converter) to my 2016 Q50 Red Sport and have loved the the difference it has made. The install is clean and I've lost nearly no trunk space. I did have to turn off my ANC (active noice control) but that was simple.
By the way, I've created wire diagrams (using PowerPoint of all things) for my entire set up if anyone is interested.
No heat issues whatsoever. I think it's because the amp I used is Class D?? No matter how long or hard I run it, it stays cool to the touch.
Enjoy man!!
I’m interested for my q
I’m interested for my q
@@cristianmota5405 Below is the link to the folder that contains the PDF of all the sound mods I have made.
This PDF includes the wire diagrams I created, pictures, and a portion of the "Audio, Visual" section of the Service Manual for the 2016 Infiniti Q50. I am not sure if any changes have been made to later (or prior) years, so you might need to verify.
I have installed the powered sub (as you might have read already), an amp for the front door speakers, and one amp for the rear doors/aft shelf. I do not think I will be installing the Center Amp since (I believe) the junky Bose amp seems to focus most of its power on the front center (dashboard) speakers.
The system sounds nice with the factory speakers but I do plan on upgrading most of the speakers in the future.
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Hey can I connect that factory subwoofer plug back in just to have plug in?
Yup for sure. Or remove the sub to let more bass into the cabin.
@@SquareWheelsAuto You mean move the factory subs? I feel like thats too much work to do
@@Awsometiger1011 wasnt too bad. I did it the next weekend and it took less than an hr
@@SquareWheelsAuto Oh ok. How do wire about the subs and amp I was looking for that in the video but I don’t think you record it. Also what was that kicker black box I don’t think that comes in the kit
@@Awsometiger1011 yup it's just a standard sub install after that. Plenty of how to install a sub vids on YT, I just covered what makes it unique on a q50. The black box is the line out converter from your speaker signal to ur amp. Hit me on IG @veeqfiddy happy to talk u thru it if U get stuck
How did you make the grill emblem black or did it come with the grill like that
Emblem is dipped in this video. I got a black LED one recently as part of my headlight project. Check out that vid, there's a link to the emblem there!
@@SquareWheelsAuto ok thanks
What are your thoughts about M45-like shoulder mounted tweeters, 2 on each front seat? I had that in a M45 back in the day, and thought it added a lot to certain music. Do you think it's doable? This isn't in my wheelhouse so I don't know.
Anything's doable! Toughest part would be making it look good, then you'd need to get creative with wiring
@@SquareWheelsAuto I'm thinking if Bose/infiniti did it, it can be done. Cut out and de-foam the dimensions of the tweeter. Run the wires down the sides of the seat. Meet those wires with the under floor harnesses. Route to head unit or amp. My biggest concern is integration and control.
Off topic question… What size wheels/rims are you using?
these were 20" STR 908 refinished in satin black
Does this improve the loudness and qualities of the stock speakers??
Is there a way to get it playing through your original sub and your new sub?
Yeah sure. I just tapped the signal from the original sub so I could leave it plugged in if I wanted to.
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I did everything mentiond but I have sound coming from my subs when I'm driving even with the radio off.. Any suggestions
There’s a secret setting to turn off the fake engine noise coming off from your speakers you can search up a video on how to do that it take 5 min
With the tesla screen upgrade did you have to make any changes?
Nope! Plug and play!
Awesome
What device are you using to play videos especially while driving?
Check out smartautokits - its a piggyback unit that enables video/youtube/Android Auto/Apple Carplay on your factory screen.
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But I installed the specific loc you mentioned, and I also tapped the remote signal as well, only the remote worked, I didn’t get any sound through my sub
Could be any of the variables. Just gotta check your setup end to end.
Question 🙋🏽♂️: so what’s the point of the little kicker device that branches off of the factory sub if it’s not being used? I’m confused
It pulls the low frequency signal (bass) from the sub channel and passes it to your amp.
Ohhhhh! Thank you! Sorry if you said it and I missed it
Great footage. I might need some dad system advice for my minivan 🚐
Operation Swaggenwagen lets get it!!
Hi brother. Love all your videos. Wanted to know since you have the mark 5. How’s your subs and or system hooked up. I have the mark 5 but the factory engine noise they pump In is ruining everything. Can’t access secret menu because I installed the mark 5. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hmmmm you should still be able to access the secret menu through intouch. Have you tried that?
I don't have the fake exhaust/ANC sound, but I've heard of other people that cut the microphone in the headliner to disable it?
Did you ever figure it out. I have the same issue currently.
Good video man, nice and simple!
Oh shit it's Foxcraze!! Sup homie 🤙🏽
@@SquareWheelsAuto not much man, just looking around!
How did you get video to play on your screens? I have a 2015 q50 too. Black and cream interior.
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Dude you're gonna want to see my interior lighting project when I'm done. It pops extra on the cream interior. Stay tuned!!
@@SquareWheelsAuto thanks!!
Did you have any problems with it while driving like a buzzing sound if n out do you know why that could be
Nope. If you have ANC it will cause this. Try disabling in your infotainment menu, and if it works, permanently kill ANC by disabling the ANC microphone.
So u cant get your spare tire out or u can ?
I’m 100 💯 sure that I did all good and nice but when I started my car the center console was off and the radio I checked the fuse is a 10a but it heat up what could that be
If it wasn’t like that before the install, you didn’t do all good and nice. Retrace your steps, sounds like there’s a short somewhere.
@@SquareWheelsAutothank, but I haven’t put the sub or the amp just the wires but my fuse 10 was heat up and I’m 100% I did it right
How did you get the car play you paid $800 or you have the cheat code ??
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did you not need to connect your ground wire from your LOC?
Hey man I installed one but whenever I accelerate my subwoofer starts going crazy any idea what it is?
Disable fake exhaust noise, it's in your stereo settings 🤢🤮
Do the tesla screens For 2014-2019 support RCA audio input and outputs for sub connections?
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Do you think it will be the same on a 2018 red sport, withe the lavender remote wire?
Yep - test with a multimeter, but as long as you tap the same position in the connector, u should be good.
What kind of battery do u recommend boss for 3 .8s. 1200 power . What kind did u use
Do you have to connect each wire from converter if you have yellow ground and brown wire??
So I bet this isn’t gonna get a reply but it’s worth a try. I did everything you did but sub is super quiet. I even went out to go buy an LOC and same thing. Amp powers on and I can feel the sub playing but it’s super quiet any idea what that could be?
Probably tapped a non-bass signal or have it EQd out somewhere. Tough to be sure from here :/
It’s either your ground or where you tapped it from.
Keep doing yo thang! 💯✌️💯
Bet! Ima keep going as long as y'all keep watching 👊👊
Did you have to disconnect active noise cancelation mics?
My Q didn't come with ANC but I've heard others that have done that.
@@SquareWheelsAuto what year is yours? I have a 2015 with the bose setup. I'm using your video as a guide this weekend
@@jeffstack7013 mines a 2015 sport with Bose. Good luck man!
@@SquareWheelsAuto thank you for the step by step instructions. I was able to get this done in about an hour and a half.
I got the all the same parts as you installed on my Q50.
I am getting a thump from the subwoofer when I turn off the car. Does/did this ever happened to you?
Thank you.
Nope! Check your ground connection, I know sometimes a bad ground can introduce issues?
Thanks!
I’m having the same problem when I turn off the car / unlock the doors or press the gas pedal makes a huge thumb. Any ideas to fix that ?
Same as above. Check you've got a solid ground connection to your amp
Where did you connect the negative ?
There's a bolt right where I showed. Just gotta lift up the carpet to access it. You can also run ground to one of the bolts behind the seat
Is that an updated top map screen?
Ran my remote wire to that lavender wire and my stereo won't turn off when I turn the car off. Any idea what could be causing that?
Double check that wiretap with a multimeter - my guess is a faulty tap?
@SquareWheels Automotive my line output converter came with the 4 speaker wires, a power, ground, and remote wich I ran to the power, ground, and remote into the amp. That was the problem I just capped those wires to the converter and only used the speaker wires and it works great. Not sure why it comes with them if u dnt need them. Great video tho brotha everything else went fine thanks to you i just had a different type of converter. Getting that power wire through the backseat was sumn else. Used a flashlight to find that hole then pushed a hanger from the trunk into the back seat then taped the power wire and pulled it through.Thanks again for the video
Went from a 2000 Maxima Vq30 to 2018 Q50 3.0TT.
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me here again on another video but i got everything thru power and every but what do you my by tap the wires i’m so lost
have a 2014 premium btw
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i have a luxe 2019 is there still a factory sub back there?
If u have Bose, then probably.
I’m getting a loud rumbling sound from my sub. Can anyone tell me how to disable the Active Noise Cancellation in a 2018 Q50? There is no option in my secret menu to do so.
I've heard some people disconnect the ANC microphone in the headliner - disclaimer I havent tried this myself/YMMV
Where did you ground it?
Where did you run rca?
How is this setup holding up?
Just as solid as the first day! Can't say enough good things especially for the price. Punches above it's weight class for sure 👍🏾
@@SquareWheelsAuto I just got this enclosure for Christmas and plan on installing it this week. Do you still have the factory Bose speakers inside? If so how do they sound with the added bass?
@@MrKINGSHT205 still running all the factory Bose, they sound great. Sub gain is turned to like 10% and it balances the whole system out. Congrats, nice gift!! 🙌🏾
@@SquareWheelsAuto thanks bro I’m gonna give it a try as soon as it warms up a little this week. I’m sure I will have 1000 more questions 😂
Quick question…. Where did you run your bass knob?
What spoiler do you have
its a duckbill from cuztom_tuning on ebay
Hey I like your video man I have the same car as you except mine is white but I'm missing headscreen that you have so I can play music video ect. Is this is something that you purchase aftermarket or is that the factory it's really nice it's something that I am interested on putting in my car also
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Is there any smaller subs that sound good?
Probably but I don't have any recommendations that I have experienced and trust. I just know what I used 🤷🏾♂️
@@SquareWheelsAuto thanks, this sub looks good but I plan on getting bags on my Q and want to have a trunk still lmao. Also I think I have the same mats as you but mine don't stick to the "walls" next to your legs, did you use velcro or some type of adhesion for this?
@@enriqueramos2554 I feel you! I considered doing an infinite baffle sub in the ski pass through, that could be an option!
For the mats, I tucked the edges under the plastic trim pieces all around to make them "stick" 😎👍🏾
Where did u ground it
So you don’t have to tap into speaker wires at all? Just the factory sub and amp?
Correct
@@SquareWheelsAuto if I were to install loc to head unit harness could I just splice the four wires to the rear speakers?
I think so, but why would u do that if you already have a dedicated sub signal?
Also where did you ground it? Doing this today.
There's an exposed ground screw down the rear passenger side, right under where I mounted the amp
I didn't use a converter I trapped straight to the factory amp
Great video!
preciate u! 🙏🙏🙏
nice work, subbed
Do you still have this set up??
Yup 👍🏾
Thanks I was looking at t the reviews and seen the bad and good just had to look more into it
@@cedricwhite782 I got no complaints it's way more bump than I anticipated and the price was right. Amp doesn't even get warm.
How did you get the top screen to play videos
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This is great, but I just used a harness i got from owc upgrades. Just plugs right into the stock sub/amp and then to my new Alpine R-A75M amp. I did have them install rcas on the wiring to plug in and look clean. Definitely worth checking out imo. Car thumps now.
Those harnesses do the the trick but damn they are expensive for a simply wiring harness.
@@theripper121 They're pricey because they're custom made and really high quality. A rare thing these days. The way I see it is I would've spent a bunch of time wiring it up, cutting into my car, or pay out the a$$ to have a local shop in my area hack into my car. For me it was well worth it. Plus, I like that it's reversible in case I sell the car.
To each his own I guess. There are other ways to accomplish the same end result that are significantly cheaper. Again at the end of the day you do you but that harness is more than what most people are paying for their amps. I could never justify that.
@@theripper121 Yeah, different mindset for sure. Because I really like the quality and value of it. The least expensive one for the Q50 is like 90 bux. And the premium version (i bought) is 115. My amp cost me about $325. Unless you're goin for the cheapest of the cheap setup, 90 bux is nothing for a high-quality setup that clicks in 2 seconds, gives me awesome signals, and maintains the value of my car. How would you accomplish that cheaper without wasting a bunch of time?
@@prestige8161 go look at the cost of some of the other options. Some of the g35 harnesses are 300 bucks.
How do you play music video on top screen ?
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@@SquareWheelsAuto thanks 🙏
The sound cut out when u used the subs
Copyright strike 👎🏾
Where did you get your floor mats?
Ebay - they were like $70 from China - still holding up great after 2 years.