Sound system on GT3

What sound system is in the GT3. If it is the same stock, I heard its the standard piece of garbage that came with my 99 C2. If so I still want the car to look stock. Does it make sense to use the stock head unit and modify the speakers, and change the amp and maybe add a sub, w/o changing the deck? Let me know. Thanks

</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">Originally posted by RR: <strong> Does it make sense to use the stock head unit and modify the speakers, and change the amp and maybe add a sub, w/o changing the deck? </strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">VERY MUCH SENSE! Over here my Bpauknt Amp has this temperature trigger when it overheats. Everytime it does that and the stock amp and speakers keep playing, it's like euuuuhhhhhhh........ i put off the system till the fuses on the Bpauknt cool down.. BTW my amp is 300W RMS on rear 20cm 3ways and 8in (only) sub.. Proudly designed, circuited from stock amp and head, built and installed by ME! Waz

</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">Originally posted by RR: <strong>What sound system is in the GT3.</strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">A 3.6l 380bhp flat-6, I believe...

...ok, i admit it.. with the help of audio circuitry sent to me by our blessed Gurumaharashi and 996 spiritual guide and leader, none other than the Sage Loren. Bow Bow.. Waz 996C2 )~~~

I am running what you have noted, namely the stock deck a ppi 5440 5 channel amp and a jl 10w3 d4 in the rear. It sounds better than the bose and I haven't changed the dash speakers to focals yet.

Don't expect to listen the the stereo while driving. 8,200 rpm without sound insulation... If you're worried about audio quality, then the GT3 isn't for you. I would've ordered mine without a radio (delete option in ROW), but not available in US

Funny that you guys should post this. I was thinking about putting in an aftermarket nav system, since PCM is not an option. Don't know why, just think it might come in handy, and the screen looks so cool in the dash. Shouldn't add too much weight... or does it???

"If you're worried about audio quality, then the GT3 isn't for you. I would've ordered mine without a radio (delete option in ROW), but not available in US" Grant, thats like saying if you are worried about speed limits then the GT3 is not for you.

RR- You missed my point. I'm not against enjoying a nice stereo - I build them myself (my favorite hobby after cars). Here are some goofy photos: <a href="http://www.teresaudio.com/haven/friends/grantg.html" target="_blank">http://www.teresaudio.com/haven/friends/grantg.html</a> However, the GT3 is not a suitable platform for enjoying the stereo - unless the car is parked. It is suitable for tracking (where speed limits do not apply). Anything that adds weight or is otherwise contrary to the purpose of the car is in my opinion, undesirable...

</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">Originally posted by RR: <strong>If so I still want the car to look stock. Does it make sense to use the stock head unit and modify the speakers, and change the amp and maybe add a sub, w/o changing the deck? </strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">Absolutely: I left the PCM and installed tweeters and 4" in the dash, 6" in the doors, amp in the trunk, and two 10" subs in a sealed enclosure behind the seats. Sounds great and looks all stock except for two little subs in the back <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> <img src="http://www.flat-6.net/phpBB/uploads/50647454.jpg" alt=" - " />

I currently drive a Z06, the engine note on this vehicle is superb...the V8 just sounds awesome it also had a Bose sound system, which has been taken out and replaced with a Kenwood head unit, Boston Acoustic Pro speakers all the way around, 2 PPI amps and a removable enclosing that houses two JL Audio 10" subs...when you step in the car the only thing you can see is the head unit everything else still looks stock...When I go to the track, I remove the subs and amps (which are located where they are easily reached). I have a GT3 on order and plan to do the something similar, IMO its the closest I've come to a perfect compromise between having a race car that I drive on legal roads and then turn right around and take it to where it belongs, the racetrack. Just my $.02 <img border="0" alt="[typing]" title="" src="graemlins/yltype.gif" />

Seats? </font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">Originally posted by Carlos from Spain: <strong> </font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">Originally posted by RR: <strong>If so I still want the car to look stock. Does it make sense to use the stock head unit and modify the speakers, and change the amp and maybe add a sub, w/o changing the deck? </strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">Absolutely: I left the PCM and installed tweeters and 4" in the dash, 6" in the doors, amp in the trunk, and two 10" subs in a sealed enclosure behind the seats. Sounds great and looks all stock except for two little subs in the back <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> </strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">

In response to the Z06 guy, I like the car, but the exhaust is WAY TOO LOUD. Uncomfortable. I dont blame you for juicing up your stereo, you need it. Sounds like a nice system.

John Murray, You're partially correct. Its very loud at full throttle, but the biggest issue wasn't engine sound, like I said I enjoy that, its road noise. Once you're at speed above 100Km (62 MPH) and just cruisin' down the highway at a pretty even pace the engine is very much quite, but the road noise SUCKS!!! I suspect it will be somewhat the same in the GT3 as neither one of these cars have noise deadding (Spell?) materials. And there's just something about listening to RADAR LOVE while driving a true sports/race car.

I bet we could do an age split here: i can't remember when i last used the CD player in a TT, GT2 ... who gives 2 poops about the stereo in a GT3, it's got a 8200 redline stereo.... and it adds weight all those base speakers don't forget the Burberry pattern custom upholstery, Wilbur can get it for you... right Wilbur?

Hey watt, I know, I know there's nothing like 8-tracks <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> but the fact is that if individuals on this forum ask these types of questions it's because THEY give three poops about it. Your opinion is always welcomed but no need to be rude about a topic your not interested in. Havin' said that everyone's different opinions is what makes a forum interesting and fun.

I have to say that Carlos has the best looking speaker enclosure I have ever seen in a Porsche. I'm having one built for my C4S.

Burberry? He has more choices than that. ****, who needs the full leather interior or the carbon package, when he can do your car in Gucci or Louis Vuitton fabric. The real stuff, too! While we're at it, I'll put those Davin spinner wheels in 22", with 2 18" subs blaring some gangsta rap. I also need a neon license plate, neon ground lighting in the undercarriage, some fuzzy dice for the mirrors, and CHROME everywhere. I also need some 8" diameter exhaust tips in GOLD. The car will be called DA GT TRE, cuz ya know DA GT DEUCE be played out yo. YO YO YO YO YO YO SHEEEEEEEEEET. Bling bling! Aaahhhh... kids these days, eh watt?

Amen MJSpeed, it's like someone can't enjoy a GT3 and enjoy good sound. No sound system sounds good in a car compared to a really good sound system in an acoustically perfect room...so let's see, i guess it's idiotic to have a sound system in any car then...or better yet, i bet everyone talking about adding weight could lose a few lbs if it really mattered. but then again, hot air in the "big-head" makes for lighter curb weight...errrr, doesn't it? i'm glad we have closed minded people to blast back at...it does make for a great forum. i love this place!

Hmmm... Now I'm kinda worried Porsche will defocus the next US bound GT3 based on customer surveys, or simply not import it at all...

I agree, MetalSolid. I want the cars to have less weight and fewer amenities. We need to show Porsche that there is a demand for that in the US. If you want a nice stero and AC, etc. get a Turbo. The GT3 is supposed to be like the 73 911RS 2.7 - that car had no radio!

Amen, GrantG. P-Zen, chill out man, we're just here to have fun and express our opinions. After all, I DID say I was thinking about putting a NAV system in mine. What can I say, that touch screen looks pretty cool! Hopefully, it won't weigh much more than the stock radio. But I can definitely see the purist's point of view in not including a radio. Don't you guys remember back in the day when Ferrari didn't include radios? Besides, you wouldn't put a bumpin sound system in a Ferrari F40, would you? Well, that's how some people feel about the GT3. A pure raw sports car, whose soprano voice at 8200 rpm shouldn't compete for attention!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" />

i'm chillin'... i just find it humorous that the reference is to 8200 rpms, when surely the car will spend most of its life way below...and surely most of you GT3 buyers are gonna drive on the street, whereas you'll spend lots of time behind people and at traffic lights, now, that's when you crank up your Soprano singing Madame Butterfly or Figaro. Figaro, Figaro, Figaro.......

Since I'm planning to use my GT3 primarily as a street car, I am considering replacing the stock head unit with a TrafficPro for the Nav feature. It shouldn't weigh much more than the stock unit and I use the Nav system in my other vehicles fairly often. I know the TrafficPro doesn't have a nice color screen but the reviews I've read said it's directions are adequate. Becker has a new version called the OnlinePro that includes a hands-free phone and Internet/e-mail access but it's not available in the US yet. Karl

P-Zen - One of the benefits of living in Colorado is that the roads are like a racetrack. The car won't be my work commuting car (I live 12 blocks from work anyways). The multitude of winding mountain roads here (as well as the 4 racetracks conveniently located) will allow me to drive the car as intended. I'll be at 8,200 rpm much more often than stuck in traffic ;-)

Karl have you heard anymore of your car, last time you mentioned that its completion date was April 21. Just wondering if you have any updates on delivery.

I worder how great the GT3 at 8200rpms sounds stuck in a traffic jam? Its funny how some people rather not have the option to listen to music or not depending if you are in a twisty mountain road or communting to work in the morning just so as not to have a 10Kg weight ballast of a basic stereo because it will hinder their handling soooo muuuuuuch. I suppose GT3 owners must work out so as not to be 10Kg overweight either Give me a break, installing a Tip on a GT3 is one thing, but installing a basic stereo on a GT3 for street use is just common sense. Traffic and road conditions vary enormously from place to place, and while I can push it to the limits on my way to work here in the morning, and I do <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> , others can only do that from time to time.

boyszzzzzzz, don't be defensive 'bout yo mo fo stereo needs. we jus playin wid yall. I believe in cultural accoutrements... as you can see below here's an exchange From flat.net six "On 2003-03-05 13:17, Carlos from Spain wrote: I just found out that the new GT3 has cupholders standard? I found that somewhat contradictory Is that a consecuence from the fact that the new GT3 is being marketed for the US now also...hmmmm. " On 2003-04-21 10:48, watt wrote: carlos, i had a cup holder in my gt2, my 9 year old uses it when we blast down the mountain to school... it works well, and i'm glad it's there because otherwise he pours stuff all over the car. but i never do use it myself. as to a humidor-what a great idea! i carry a 4 cigar portable humidity case and almost always smoke un cigar de Cuba while driving... to work... the Lord gave us Porsche, but He also gave us Hoya de Monterey Epicure #2. Carlos , yo pro stereo but no cup holder???? an you raggin on us USA ?? bling bling

Just a quick question, how many of you will race in an organized championship where weight is of utmost importance? See I plan on going to the track and enjoying what this car has to offer. Now away from the track if I choose drive while listening to opera, rap and hip-hop or heavy metal is my problem. I will take out the speakers and amps when I go to the track, but if someone decides that they want to track the car with additional weight that's their problem just make sure to wave at them as you go by them.

more from Carlos, same flat-6 thread: "My personal view is that a GT3 is meant for a purpose we all know, if your driving is not spilling the drink on that cupholder all over the car, then you bought the wrong car for your driving needs, a TT would have been a better choice I would think. But thats just my opinion. Whats next, a cigar humidifier in the arm rest of a GT2 like on the Bentley Cornige Mulliner Limo"

</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">Originally posted by RR: <strong>Karl have you heard anymore of your car, last time you mentioned that its completion date was April 21. Just wondering if you have any updates on delivery.</strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana,Tahoma,Helvetica">No, I have to call the salesman this week to check. He never calls me with updates. He's off on Tuesdays, so I'll call tomorrow. It would be nice if you could track the order online the way BMW does. Karl

I'm really surprised to see that so many future GT3 owners are going to use the car as a daily driver. My father has owned several 911s. One of them being an 80's Targa with sport suspension. That car drove on rails, but needed an additional seat belt for your kidneys. He and I both agree that my 996 is a much more comfortable daily driver. I can only imagine how tight the suspension will be on the GT3. You guys have some serious ***** (although maybe not for long <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="eek.gif" /> ). I'm sure it will be a fun car and I can't wait to see one on the street. I think if you have the money you should be able to do whatever you want with it, even if it is not practical (or especially if it is not practical). <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" />

Well Watt, the point you missed is that there is a difference; a stereo is not going to slow you down, while a drink in the cupholder is, even while commuting. Thats why I'm "pro stereo but no cup holder". So if it comes with a cupholder stock, its fine with me, there no added weight or loss of performance, but just strange in a GT3 in Europe. And the second point that you missed is that, in Europe, it is not frequent to have a drink while driving, in ANY car not only sportcars. So you won't see as many people asking for cupholders when they buy a car. Its just a difference in ideosyncracy, just like its not custom here to talk on the non-handsfree cellular or drive on the left lane except when passing, both are even ilegal. Thats why I was wondering if thats the reason why this GT3 is carrying cupholders STOCK while the previous one didn't is because it is now also sold in the US. BTW Watt, when you quote someone else's posts from another forum, its courtesy to quote or link the entire thread with follow up replies and all in its context and not just selected pieces, members of this forum may not rear the other forum. [URL=http://www.flat-6.net/phpBB/viewtopic.php?mode=viewtopic&topic=3208&forum=16&start=30]http://www.flat-6.net/phpBB/viewtopic.php?mode=viewtopic&topic=3208&forum=16&start=30[/UR L] And I'm also at funcarsonline you can go over those too if you have nothing better to do