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Old 22-11-2012, 10:19 AM
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Default teamSPB 2009 BMW 1 Series build - Ascendant, B2, Mosconi, Gladen

Got a 2009 BMW 118d to do an install in currently belonging to my good friend Sunny...his requirements were OEM integration to the stock BMW headunit, upgrade the component system in the car, add a pair of subs to enhance the low end response. Everything must look stock in the cabin, with a good looking boot build to show when at shows etc

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Mosconi 6to8 processor with OEM integration
Gladen Audio BMW 200 component kit - 3 way consisting of tweeters, midrange and under seat subs
Mosconi ONE 120.4 amplifier powering the components
2 x Ascendant Audio Chaos 10s in custom made ported box
B2 Audio Mono mkII 2200wrms amp

Let the build commence!













There were no tweeters present in the OEM sound system, so we had to order in BMW HK tweeter panels for the stock look




Gladen BMW 200 midrange speaker







Silk dome tweeter






Crossover


Heat shrinked connectors then insulation tapped over the wiring


Same with the other side...pic of the tweeter fitted


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Old 22-11-2012, 11:25 AM
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I enjoy your builds matey.Keep the pics coming.
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Hi mate,

How much do those components cost? I'm looking to change the set up in my e60 as it currently sounds poor, I've seen a few people go for the JL range, how would you rate these compared to them?

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Under seat subs









OEM Sub vs Gladen 8









Shallow subs!





OEM enclosure





I was going to sound deaden these sub they really are solid and have no resonance or flex...especially considering they are bolted directly onto the floor!



Sub in





Passenger side had plent of change attached to it lol









Gladen BMW wiring harness





This allows you to add an external amplifer without the need to modify cabling or cut anything!
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That cable is a good idea isnt it.
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nice one
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Quick pic of the Ascendant Audio Chaos 10s in their new home...box is not complete yet..still waiting on a few bits to turn up





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That box looks cool.
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Bass controller being ran into a cubby hole



Mosconi ONE 120.4





Unfortunately there isnt much space for the amps to sit unlike the E90s, so we had to put the amps on the top...which is no problem as the pretty panels will cover everything



Can just about make out the wiring loom



Levelling up the boot build





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does this gladen loom create the remote feed needed as well?
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Originally Posted by furry
does this gladen loom create the remote feed needed as well?
The Mosconi 120.4 has high level inputs so will work off speaker level inputs...

In this setup, we are running the speaker cables directly into the Mosconi 6to8 processor which converts everything into low level (RCAs) and provides a remote output. I could have easily just ran the speaker cables directly into the 120.4 amp and it would have powered up and down with the stereo.

The thing I have noticed with all BMWs is that when you open the door, lights go on, etc etc, it actually sends a small signal into the speaker wires which turns the amps on, then off again a short while later...no biggy at all but it is something I have noticed with BMWs
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Close up of the Ascendant Audio Chaos 10s....BEASTLY subs!!










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Very cool bass box that.Your well clever at doing these sound systems.
Old 30-11-2012, 09:36 PM
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Team STD for the win!

Loving your work fella!
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Perspex panel cut



Panels trimmed















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Very nice as always
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Sunnys 1 Series came back in for some sound deadening work...

















Added some LEDs for the amp












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Looking good matey.
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nice, did you sell you focus rs?
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i got a lot of respect for 1 series` top work matey, always like your builds!

i was given a M123d to remap and fit coilovers/wheels for a company into their noise in sunderland when it was a few days old, and what a car!

white with carbon spoilers

went like a scolded cat after it was mapped but they chose a set of gay wheels as it was their demo car and wanted to attract attention/customers (later changed for propper looking ones)

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http://enjoythedrive.co.uk/view-our-...r-bmw-123d.php

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Cheers for the comments guys, im currently looking into what I can do engine wise with this one....needs a bit more omph especially after being out in my CLS 320cdi!

Dave, yes the FRS sold a while back...got a lovely Merc CLS 2005 plate now...do I miss the Focus, not really! Ive driven the Merc more in the last 2 months, then I did in the Focus in 9 months!!

Sean that sounds lovely mate! Ill have a read of the link now pal!
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