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Hey guys
Just wondering if anyone has managed to install a subwoofer into the polo, still using the standard RCD 510 head unit, is it possible yes/no? Is it worth it yes/no?

Thanks

Hello,

Yeah I've managed to do it in mine using an RCD 510, required using scotchlock connectors to splice into the wires and then to an RCA adapter as the RCD 510 doesn't have RCA outputs. Then wired it all to the boot so the interior looks completely stock.

Here's my thread anyway: http://www.uk-polos.net/view ... 56&t=60727

Hopefully that will help!

benhowarth6 wrote:Hello,

Yeah I've managed to do it in mine using an RCD 510, required using scotchlock connectors to splice into the wires and then to an RCA adapter as the RCD 510 doesn't have RCA outputs. Then wired it all to the boot so the interior looks completely stock.

Here's my thread anyway: http://www.uk-polos.net/view ... 56&t=60727

Hopefully that will help!

What did you manage to do for the remote wire?

I used the cigarette lighter in the boot, pulled it out of the side panel then spliced into the 12V cable in that, works a treat, only live when the ignition is switched on. Took a while to figure that out.

Why not install this original Helix sub and 300W amp? It's a plug-n-play system.


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Volkswagen-Pl ... 1113379240

Isn't that only available on the MK7 Golf? Wasn't aware this was available for the Polo's, and not too sure how you'd connect it to an RCD 510 since there is no other outputs or inputs etc? I also believe if there was any way to retrofit these it would require coding to add the DSP? I'm guessing the new head units in the MK7 are the only ones compatible with this? However I may be wrong...

Mart!n-GTI-DK wrote:Why not install this original Helix sub and 300W amp? It's a plug-n-play system.


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Volkswagen-Pl ... 1113379240

I'd be interested in that if it was plug and play on the polo!

I have an Alpine SWE-815 fitted into my R Line by Dan at Unique Audio And Styling in Llanelli (01554 755749).It has improved the sound 100%.It's a fantastic bit of kit and does not cost the earth either,I really can't reccomend this sub highly enough read the review on talkaudio.co.uk.

mark68 wrote:I have an Alpine SWE-815 fitted into my R Line by Dan at Unique Audio And Styling in Llanelli (01554 755749).It has improved the sound 100%.It's a fantastic bit of kit and does not cost the earth either,I really can't reccomend this sub highly enough read the review on talkaudio.co.uk.

thats 8 inch...isnt it a bit small?...say you felt like one day being a bass junky..would it satisfy?

Plenty of bass for me,especially when running standard head unit and speakers.

mark68 wrote:Plenty of bass for me,especially when running standard head unit and speakers.

hmm but you can get good 12" ones for that price...

I do like the remote bass controller idea though

Another plus is that it fits neatly on the split boot shelf and tucks itself just under the parcel shelf.

I've got the SWE-815 as well, I'm no bass junkie either but it's still really good at adding depth and bass where the stock system lacks. It also doesn't take up much space in the boot being about half the width of a normal sub. There's a handy wired remote with gain and Low pass filter and even a phase switch which sits beside my handbrake.

If you shop around you can pick it up for about £87.

Review

Ben90 wrote:I've got the SWE-815 as well, I'm no bass junkie either but it's still really good at adding depth and bass where the stock system lacks. It also doesn't take up much space in the boot being about half the width of a normal sub. There's a handy wired remote with gain and Low pass filter and even a phase switch which sits beside my handbrake.

If you shop around you can pick it up for about £87.

Review

Hmm seems to be exactly what I'm looking for tbh! Thanks for the suggestions guys!

I'm fine with fitting subs and everything. Just weird fitting it to a new car with a new system, quite anxious must admit

im sort of double minded now...i might just go for a 12" but just keep it on low gain and get a universal remote for it....

hmmm help! lol