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Old 10-31-2011, 05:01 PM
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I think the standard system in my 02 X5 sounds great compared to the one in my 98 M Roadster.
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what are some good 6.5" component speakers that will fit in the e53 without any machining or crazy installation modifications?

i'm looking to keep the price on a pair of comps under $400...
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I am not sure. I had an installation done in mine last month using BAVSOUND, including a sub and DICE installation for iphone intergration. Cost at $1200. With BAVSOUND -- it is just plug and play no mods needed. A pair of mids will cost around what you are trying to spend and about the easiest to install.

Also, you may check out Alpine, but I would do all four because when they did the install -- all four of my mids were all ripped up. They are poorly made.

Good luck!
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Have had the BSW system installed for several years. I have DSP. The system I have upgraded all speakers, added an amp and subwoofer. As already mentioned it is all plug and play. I also added the Dice, then the Dice silver and now have the media bridge. The difference is huge. I am very pleased. I am not an expert on sound but based on the compliments the result seems to meet most standards.
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Smile Media Bridge

What's the Media Bridge? I want an amp, as I understand it -- still in development.
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The media bridge by dice Provides USB connection and auxiliary connection Bluetooth connection and the option to add satellite radio, updating your system to current capability. Bsw offers amp with their systems.

The media bridge features are all controlled by existing buttons or dials.
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Oh yes, I have the dice/media bridge with satellite radio. Awesome! I can't wait for the development of the amp. Is your amp (BSW)?
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Oh yes, I have the dice/media bridge with satellite radio. Awesome! I can't wait for the development of the amp. Is your amp (BSW)?
Many years ago I bought a kit from bavsound that included all new plug and play speakers, a subwoofer and amp that worked with DSP. Wouldn't satisfy a sound expert but a very significant upgrade from stock system.
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Many years ago I bought a kit from bavsound that included all new plug and play speakers, a subwoofer and amp that worked with DSP. Wouldn't satisfy a sound expert but a very significant upgrade from stock system.
I think Bavsound just stopped production on the E53 kit
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I think Bavsound just stopped production on the E53 kit
Just as well. Never been overly impressed with their interior sound upgrades. Sub upgrades are decently worth it though.
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