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Some basic Audio Questions

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by tah, May 6, 2012.

  1. tah

    tah Junior Member

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    I'm liking my newly acquired 2007 Prius but want to add a new HU with BT and iPod/iPhone/USB capability.

    I've got the basic 6 speaker stereo (non JBL) and no factory BT.

    I know how to do wiring/soldering......etc....so no problems there.

    What I need to know is the following. Dos my non JBL stereo have an external amp of does the HU do all the amp duties?

    I'm thinking of doing a double din in the factory spot and have read about the harnesses, plastic bits needed...etc.

    Just not sure about the need or no need to bypass a factory amp?

    Any help out there?

    Thanks, guys!
     
    #1 tah, May 6, 2012
  2. RyC

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    I'm pretty sure the HU powers the speakers directly without an amp in the non jbl cars.
     
    #2 RyC, May 8, 2012
  3. dianeinreno

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    There is no amp. I just did such an install and found that, for me, my Pioneer radio gives me really great sound without the need for an amp.
     
    #3 dianeinreno, May 9, 2012
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