lux....non-lux bose system

michigan2500hd · March 27, 2006

i hear people on here talking about different bose systems lux and non lux. What does this mean? How do you know which one you have?

nuke-man · March 28, 2006

really what it comes down to is which Bose Amp you have in stalled. Y91 or Y92 are the lux amp and UQ7 is the non-lux amp. Look at the codes in your glove box to determine which one you have. Otherwise the amp is located in the center counsel if you want to look to make sure. The two amps are visually different and sound way different when installed

michigan2500hd · April 5, 2006

really what it comes down to is which Bose Amp you have in stalled. Y91 or Y92 are the lux amp and UQ7 is the non-lux amp. Look at the codes in your glove box to determine which one you have. Otherwise the amp is located in the center counsel if you want to look to make sure. The two amps are visually different and sound way different when installed

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Just wondering.....if i have the non-lux could i put in a lux? would it be a direct fit and are the wiring harnesses the same? I figure its a long shot but i am a little dissapointed in the system, not sure it deserves to say Bose.

5strinz · April 17, 2006

really what it comes down to is which Bose Amp you have in stalled. Y91 or Y92 are the lux amp and UQ7 is the non-lux amp. Look at the codes in your glove box to determine which one you have. Otherwise the amp is located in the center counsel if you want to look to make sure. The two amps are visually different and sound way different when installed

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Just wondering.....if i have the non-lux could i put in a lux? would it be a direct fit and are the wiring harnesses the same? I figure its a long shot but i am a little dissapointed in the system, not sure it deserves to say Bose.

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Yes, the NON lux can be upgraded to the LUX.. I did the conversion and added a TNR (touch screen anv). If you wanna do this, I can get you all the wiring diagrams. I have a BOOK of documentation including pictures.

BUt...this conversion isn't for the faint of heart. You will need to redistribute all the wires on each plug. The Lux amp also uses the data cable, so you will need that (read '04 and newer).

DAve

Wingnut · April 17, 2006

Just wondering.....if i have the non-lux could i put in a lux? would it be a direct fit and are the wiring harnesses the same? I figure its a long shot but i am a little dissapointed in the system, not sure it deserves to say Bose.

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You're discovering what a lot of us have.

Bose sucks. It's absolutely horrible to anybody with 1/2 an ear for sound. "No highs, no lows? MUST be Bose."

I'm currently plotting ways of getting around the B(L)ose crap in the new ride. It sounds horrible compared to the two I got rid of.

All I wanna do is a roomy-zoom-zoom and a boom-boom.

carlpires · April 25, 2007

I have a 04 tahoe with the bose system (non LUX). Can I just buy the Y91/92 LUX amp and then install the Nav unit (with LUX)? Are the Nav systems capabilities different with LUX and non LUX?

Thanks

Carl

really what it comes down to is which Bose Amp you have in stalled. Y91 or Y92 are the lux amp and UQ7 is the non-lux amp. Look at the codes in your glove box to determine which one you have. Otherwise the amp is located in the center counsel if you want to look to make sure. The two amps are visually different and sound way different when installed

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Just wondering.....if i have the non-lux could i put in a lux? would it be a direct fit and are the wiring harnesses the same? I figure its a long shot but i am a little dissapointed in the system, not sure it deserves to say Bose.

mikbor1 · April 25, 2007

Yes, you can change to a LUX amp and a LUX head unit and the system will work AFTER you change the PIN connections on the plug that goes into the amp--It is not difficult, but takes some time and patience--The NAV operations are the same for both LUX and NON-LUX--The difference is in the sound--I recommend also upgrading to a six-disc changer from a Denali or Escalade--When using the navigation, you cannot play a CD because the Nav CD must be inserted--(If you do not have a navigation system from the factory, you will also have to install the antenna under the dash--The whole dash cover has to be removed to do it correctly)

nonextant · August 18, 2007

Yes, you can change to a LUX amp and a LUX head unit and the system will work AFTER you change the PIN connections on the plug that goes into the amp--It is not difficult, but takes some time and patience--The NAV operations are the same for both LUX and NON-LUX--The difference is in the sound--I recommend also upgrading to a six-disc changer from a Denali or Escalade--When using the navigation, you cannot play a CD because the Nav CD must be inserted--(If you do not have a navigation system from the factory, you will also have to install the antenna under the dash--The whole dash cover has to be removed to do it correctly)

Can you put a lux amp and lux head in a non-GM vehicle or are there other associated bits.

I found a 03 Yukon Nav unit locally and bought it for a project I'm working on, but I didn't read up on GM audio systems first. I guess I can't throw this thing on a motorcycle

Does anyone know if the non-Lux version can be used without having all the GM bits?

Can I just get a LUX amp or will I need anything else?

Thanks for your help.

If there is no way to make it work, Is anyone looking for the LUX version p/n 15204335.

BlackDawg · August 30, 2007

I find this discussion interesting. I haver been installing stereos in vehicles for 30 years, started back in the days of 8-tracks, and over that time, I have done some pretty nice work (no body else around to toot my horn). I am not talking about stuff that is going to win awards or anything but nice matched components, great sound and with relatively little visual impact. Most systems under $5,000. When I purchased my truck, I was, and still am impressed with the sound from my Bose system. For a stock stereo in a truck, it is one of the nicest I heard. And, the best part is, I didn't have to do a thing except turn the key! Now, I'll give you that it could be improved upon, and maybe you fellas are deep into sound, which I can really appreciate, but don't you think these systems sound pretty good for stock?

Also, I looked up my RPO codes. It appears I have the non-lux amp (UQ7). So far no-one has answered the very first question. What is the difference between LUX and non-LUX. Only thing I haver gathered from this thread is that LUX is preferred. Any takers?

KCXLT · August 30, 2007

I find this discussion interesting. I haver been installing stereos in vehicles for 30 years, started back in the days of 8-tracks, and over that time, I have done some pretty nice work (no body else around to toot my horn). I am not talking about stuff that is going to win awards or anything but nice matched components, great sound and with relatively little visual impact. Most systems under $5,000. When I purchased my truck, I was, and still am impressed with the sound from my Bose system. For a stock stereo in a truck, it is one of the nicest I heard. And, the best part is, I didn't have to do a thing except turn the key! Now, I'll give you that it could be improved upon, and maybe you fellas are deep into sound, which I can really appreciate, but don't you think these systems sound pretty good for stock?

Also, I looked up my RPO codes. It appears I have the non-lux amp (UQ7). So far no-one has answered the very first question. What is the difference between LUX and non-LUX. Only thing I haver gathered from this thread is that LUX is preferred. Any takers?

Ok, a rough guess is, on the non-lux the HU has an amp which send to the non-lux amp which boosts the sound. The lux HU just sends the data and the Lux amp boosts that. I probably said that all wrong, but its along those lines.

ctfzr · October 24, 2007

Can someone help me? I have a 03 tahoe Bose non-lux(UQ7). I have a touch screen Nav from a 06(15800001) Bose LUX. What do I have to change to make this work? Or should I just sell it and get the non-lux (15800000) head unit. Any help would be greatly appreciated.