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For non Bose it is required to pull the dash trim, for Bose it is not as the amp is directly attached to the sub.

 

Best upgrade i've done to my truck

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So I am looking at the Kicker upgrade with an amplifier.

 

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_206PSIRE14/Kicker-VSS-PowerStage-System.html?tp=61674

 

I am concerned about this "processor features pre-set high-pass filters, EQs, and speaker time alignment"

 

Part of the reason I am interested in the kit is to add an amplifier, easily to my stock system, and then also install new door speakers. I am concerned they have a high pass filter since the paper speakers don't have a real tweeter.

 

Can a user adjust the filters, eq, etc on this Kicker DSP? So I can tune it for some decent speakers?

 

Thanks

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Where is the cheapest/best place to buy this? I see it on ebay for $878 or amazon for $860.

 

19303117 Part Number - Crew Cab.

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Has anyone upgraded the front and rear door speakers with the the complete Kicker soundgate upgrade that has the signal processor?

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So I already have the powerstage installed into my 2014 1500 crewcab and it sounds awesome! Does anyone know if they sell the additional amp by itself? And if so do you know the part number so that I can find it because I've had zero luck searching so far.

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I installed the Kicker VSS Soundstage with the 32 bit digital signal processor/4 channel amp model #19303117

$850 shipped via Amazon

I also upgraded the front and rear door speakers.

The front doors got Kicker KS seires model #KSC693 which are 3 way 6x9 4ohm speakers.

The back doors got Kicker KS series model #KSC67 which are 2 way 6-3/4" 4ohm speakers

2 way 6-3/4s

$210 via crutchfield.

 

I am extremely happy with the upgrade!!! I highly recommend getting the complete Kicker VSS soundstage package. You can actually hear the dash speakers?

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So I already have the powerstage installed into my 2014 1500 crewcab and it sounds awesome! Does anyone know if they sell the additional amp by itself? And if so do you know the part number so that I can find it because I've had zero luck searching so far.

I could not find anyway of buying the amp/processor by its self but I would just contact Kicker and see if they would!
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I'm revisiting this thread 8 months after I installed the Kicker system and DSP last April. I am blown away with how clean the front stage sounds at any volume level. The truck is an absolute joy to drive. I'm really happy with the quality of the sound and I highly recommend this to anyone interested in making their system sound great.

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I installed the Kicker VSS Soundstage with the 32 bit digital signal processor/4 channel amp model #19303117

$850 shipped via Amazon

I also upgraded the front and rear door speakers.

The front doors got Kicker KS seires model #KSC693 which are 3 way 6x9 4ohm speakers.

The back doors got Kicker KS series model #KSC67 which are 2 way 6-3/4" 4ohm speakers

2 way 6-3/4s

$210 via crutchfield.

 

I am extremely happy with the upgrade!!! I highly recommend getting the complete Kicker VSS soundstage package. You can actually hear the dash speakers.

After reading your post, I've decided to upgrade my system. Have you thought about changing out the dash speakers?

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After reading your post, I've decided to upgrade my system. Have you thought about changing out the dash speakers?

Before installing everything I was definitely considering upgrading the dash speakers but everyone who has installed the complete kickers Vss powerstage package says the same thing. With the complete package you finally can hear the dash speakers. I was never able to really hear them before so I was going to install the kit and see what happened. I am very happy so far with the stock dash speakers right now. My coworker changed out his GMC Sierra door and dash speakers to really nice components with the tweeters in the dash. I personally did not like the sound with the tweeter that far back in the dash it felt like it was lost. The only speakers I am considering right now are the GM/AC Delco Bose speakers that are close to $90ea and will fit with no modification to the truck. All of the other aftermarket options I have found require modifications to fit because they are deeper with larger magnets & I personally am not going to cut up any of the truck as I will most likely get rid of it in a few years.

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I installed the Kicker VSS Soundstage with the 32 bit digital signal processor/4 channel amp model #19303117

$850 shipped via Amazon

I also upgraded the front and rear door speakers.

The front doors got Kicker KS seires model #KSC693 which are 3 way 6x9 4ohm speakers.

The back doors got Kicker KS series model #KSC67 which are 2 way 6-3/4" 4ohm speakers

2 way 6-3/4s

$210 via crutchfield.

 

I am extremely happy with the upgrade!!! I highly recommend getting the complete Kicker VSS soundstage package. You can actually hear the dash speakers

 

I got the Kicker VSS #19303117 with the Kicker KSC65 and KSC69's. I noticed that after the upgrade I had to turn the volume up quite a bit more to hear the fronts and the bass level down. I normally have to keep the volume at about 50% with windows up and 75-90% with windows down to hear at a decent level. Have you had a similar experience or did my authorized Kicker installer not hook it all up correctly? I have just been riding around thinking it was normal, but now second guessing it.

Thanks!

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I got the Kicker VSS #19303117 with the Kicker KSC65 and KSC69's. I noticed that after the upgrade I had to turn the volume up quite a bit more to hear the fronts and the bass level down. I normally have to keep the volume at about 50% with windows up and 75-90% with windows down to hear at a decent level. Have you had a similar experience or did my authorized Kicker installer not hook it all up correctly? I have just been riding around thinking it was normal, but now second guessing it.

Thanks!

I have not had that problem at all! Hmm I wonder if they have everything hooked up right? Maybe check the fuse from the Digital processor/amp? My stereo is loud as heck and I'm a deaf drummer LOL
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I have not had that problem at all! Hmm I wonder if they have everything hooked up right? Maybe check the fuse from the Digital processor/amp? My stereo is loud as heck and I'm a deaf drummer LOL

Well I found out that my issue was Apple.... Whether plugging in my iPhone 6+ or iPad Pro via USB or via Bluetooth I wasn't getting all the sound. When I put in a USB stick with my music/playlist export from iTunes, I got better volume. It was almost too loud when I put it up to half. ;) Heck, it's never too loud. lol Thanks!

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If anyone has the install PDF for ssicre14 or 19303118 (Crew Cab, Sub Only option), can you please pm me?

 

Sent from Tapatalk App - Samsung S6

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