Bose Sound Quality?

krzyd · April 8, 2014

I don't know if there is anything different in the Denali's, but I think mine sounds better than the Mark Levinson systems in Lexus.

Rock1500 · April 9, 2014

I checked and I dont have it. Sucks! Is it easy to put a base in the center console?

bss2692 · April 9, 2014

Rock - i'm in the same boat.

I JUST Read this thread - and the questions started.

i run out to look on my '14 SLE A/T - yep… Swiss Cheese - right in the middle of the back wall. !@#$%!@%

This is my FIRST EVER New vehicle - bought with 9 miles…so i'm not doing any hacking/cutting… (Yet)

but, like Rock1500 said - if WE want to add a sub to the 6 Speaker Bose system, what are OUR options?

yes - at 25% volume it's decent - but there are days i'm running late and I need to play "Blackened" by Metallica… and it needs to go to "Eleven"…not 10.

i have Rear underseat storage so - that's out for me… can you retro a sub in that HUGE Center console?

thanks y'all!

kdj14 · April 9, 2014

Correct. Bose isn't even an option for the SLE. You have to have th SLT to get the Bose system. I'm wondering if anybody knows of a sub box that will fit the new double cabs or if the crew cab box will fit in the double cab. Also, I'd love to uprgrade the entire system just as C25A1guy did, however I don't know what speakers will fit without a decent amount of modification. Does anyone else know?

Here's the one I put in my DC.

http://www.soundoffaudio.com/2014-chevy-silverado-double-cab-dual-sub-box/

It's the only one I could find that's a perfect fit for the new double cab.

lefty421 · April 10, 2014

Add one or two JL Audio stealthboxes, problem solved.

Rock1500 · April 10, 2014

Correct. Bose isn't even an option for the SLE. You have to have th SLT to get the Bose system. I'm wondering if anybody knows of a sub box that will fit the new double cabs or if the crew cab box will fit in the double cab. Also, I'd love to uprgrade the entire system just as C25A1guy did, however I don't know what speakers will fit without a decent amount of modification. Does anyone else know?

Here's the one I put in my DC.

http://www.soundoffaudio.com/2014-chevy-silverado-double-cab-dual-sub-box/

It's the only one I could find that's a perfect fit for the new double cab.

Where does it get mounted? Under the seat or against the back wall?

kdj14 · April 10, 2014

Under the rear seats fits perfectly. I used shallow mount 12" Rockford Fosgates.

TexasDevilDog · April 11, 2014

If people are looking for a little base, Kicker and Focal make a powered 8" sub that's only a few inches thick and will fit under a seat. Nothing that will rattle the world but should give some lows.

http://www.kicker.com/hideaway

http://www.focal.com/en/plug-play/274-ibus-20-3544050750135.html

My 1st truck had a bed cut through with 3 12" JL Audio W6s with MB Quarts components in the doors (late 90s). My car now is a 350Z and the hatch is gutted and fiber glassed with 2 12" MTX subs with Focal components in the doors and rear. I am hoping I can live with the stock setup on the Denali when I take delivery. Unlike in the past the head units now are nice with big touch screens. I am hoping I don't get the itch to make any changes.

Rock1500 · April 11, 2014

If people are looking for a little base, Kicker and Focal make a powered 8" sub that's only a few inches thick and will fit under a seat. Nothing that will rattle the world but should give some lows.

http://www.kicker.com/hideaway

http://www.focal.com/en/plug-play/274-ibus-20-3544050750135.html

My 1st truck had a bed cut through with 3 12" JL Audio W6s with MB Quarts components in the doors (late 90s). My car now is a 350Z and the hatch is gutted and fiber glassed with 2 12" MTX subs with Focal components in the doors and rear. I am hoping I can live with the stock setup on the Denali when I take delivery. Unlike in the past the head units now are nice with big touch screens. I am hoping I don't get the itch to make any changes.

You think they might fit in the center console where the Bose base wpuld sit if you had one there?

The under the seat is also appealing...just wouldn't be under my seat lol

txagbmw · April 12, 2014

I just found the forum while looking for information on the 2014 bose. After reading went out to the truck. Its a new, just pick up. 2014 sierra all terrain.

There is something in the center console. If put your hand on the side can feel light bass. Its not coming from the speakers since did not have it that

loud. Why would they bother with Bose door speakers and leave the console one out. Other SLE's looked at did not have Bose on the speaker cover. ???

Its an ok system but nothing like my new BMW X5 or the Lexus gx 460 traded with the Levinson system. But good for a truck

TexasDevilDog · April 13, 2014

You think they might fit in the center console where the Bose base wpuld sit if you had one there? The under the seat is also appealing...just wouldn't be under my seat lol

Won't know until someone opens that area up and checks to see. I am still awaiting delivery on mine so until it comes in, I won't have an answer for you

Silver space ship · April 13, 2014

I had a 14 silverado without Bose and I thought it sounded better then a 2011 I listened to withe the Bose. I traded to a SLT with the Bose and think it sounds great. I can't tell if there's a sub in the council because all the bass seems to be coming from the doors. I agree the sound does all seem to come from the front of the dash and I'm use to it coming from the back so that's a bit different.

BlueWrapper · June 13, 2014

How is the six speaker bose? Seems like most here have the extra sub?

DCazares · June 13, 2014

This might be able to fit inside the console where the oem sub would be. The only thing is that you will lose the front pocket in order for it to fit. Im basing this off this thread,

http://www.diymobileaudio.com/forum/build-logs-project-install-gallery/159994-2014-chevy-silverado-musicar-northwest-2.html

The only difference is the length of the kicker box i posted that is a little longer but i think it can work.

kicker box:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kicker-TCWRT82-Compact-8-Loaded-Comp-RT-Shallow-Subwoofer-Truck-Enclosure-Box-/301202839210?pt=Car_Subwoofers_Enclosures&hash=item46211696aa&vxp=mtr

jcchevy · July 18, 2014

I have always had aftermarket systems in my past vehicles. I am happy to say I will not be touching this system (Bose w/center console Sub) as its that good.

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I would suggest to those that don't seem to like there Bose, must either A) do not have the center console sub (7th speaker) or B) have not configured the TONE (High, Mid, Bass) correctly or C) are still in the childhood phase where you want everyone to hear your vibrating woofers coming down the street.

I was looking to add an aftermarket sub to give it more thump until just recently I re-adjusted the TONE some more. Now the system rocks pretty dang good, at least for my needs.