Date: Thu, 11 Aug 2005 08:32:38 +0100 From: Pooh Bear <rabbitsfriendsandrelationsnospamail.com> Subject: Re: 93 9000 Stock Amplifier Replacement
Nasty Bob wrote: > Should I just bite the bullet and buy a new head unit that doesn't require > an > > amp? > > Yes! > I replaced the original audio system on my '93 9000 last year with a JVC > unit for £99.00 It has radio, CD and mp3's (6 plus albums on one CD ROM :) > It also contains an amp that is louder and clearer than the original under > the seat. Your speakers should sound OK by the way. I'm puzzled by what you say. My old '93 9000 never had a decent audio fit and had some half working Sony CD / radio head in it when I bought it. I replaced it with a new Aiwa unit that was on special offer since it didn't have the mp3 capability of its replacement. Paid about £60 whereas the mp3 capable new model was £130. It has claims 160W ( the usual auto audio PMPO no doubt ) and gave an adequate if not very engaging performance. I just got my '94 9000 and it came with a full Saab audio fit. It has the Cassette / Radio in one DIN cassette and the CD player in another one and has the amplifier under the passenger's seat. I have to say I'm startled by the fabulous performance of this combination. I half exepected it to be 'worn out' but it works fine and although the amplifer is 'only' rated at 2x40 Watts it's clear that means *real watts* not the stupid PMPO figure that aftermarket gear quotes that inflates the real figure by 4x. In particular the bass is startlingly realistic and extended compared to the replacement head unit I fitted in the other car and the whole audio setup is another little joy of driving a Saab. I'd recommend getting the Saab audio setup working again ! Graham