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New amp fixed crappy JBL system

Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by Grimm1, Mar 7, 2018.

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  1. May 4, 2019 at 6:40 AM
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  2. Jan 19, 2020 at 3:28 AM
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    uhhh why did I read this whole thread. Anyways JBL audio related I Pulled the trigger on a phenix Audio 12.1" android 8.1 4gb Ram 64gb Flash storage. So far I love it. Its for a crazy about of inputs like 360* VIDEO 2 Aux inputs but im told its got no RCA outputs. Always I love all the new Toys on the unit. I had android back in the day. There is awesome Facebook support for the unit NONE from the seller. Pics for anyone on the fence. I DO NOT have better audio and I saw this post to bypass the JBL garbage amp and was like WhoAAAaa

    the 12.1 is 100% PnP no mods. IM waiting to do custom FW from a guy named Sergay from FB. That will unlock more features and possibly toggle the factory JBL amp off. Ill keep you posted that it works.

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  3. Jan 19, 2020 at 12:34 PM
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    Let me get this straight, the gentleman adds an amp downstream of the JBL amp and all it does is it amplifies the crappy JBL system sound?
    Easy fix, make sure the amp you add has DSP capability and it will clean up the sound without the need for an LOC or additional hardware. Hell they have DSP amps with six channels that would amplify all speakers plus a subwoofer as well. Doesn't seem like rocket science and might save a couple of bucks while at it.
    I have the el cheapo Entune system myself, and my DSP amp cleaned out, and amplified the signal. I upgraded my speakers with two way all around and replaced the dash tweeters as well. Sounded good but needed low end so ended up adding an additional amp and subwoofer. Should have just used a 6 channel DSP to start with and would have saved a ton of time.
     
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    Sorry for the jumbo pics. Ill use the forum size. Its been a while since I posted a photo
     
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  5. Jan 22, 2020 at 6:54 AM
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    I bought the same unit have it hooked up but am only getting sound in the front of the truck. My factory unit got smashed from my little angle throwing a soppy cup which destroyed the factory head unit. It is a 2017 platinum with the JBL system. Does anyone know how to get the speakers in the rest of the truck to work???? Tried adjusting the sound on the pheonix but when I push the sound to the back it just disappears. When my factory unit got smashed I had the sound adjusted to the front of the truck so my daughter could watch her I pad and I could listen to my radio in the front any help would be appreciated
     
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  6. Jan 22, 2020 at 7:20 AM
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    Check the facebook group - they will have an answer
     
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  8. Feb 2, 2020 at 5:58 PM
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    After 1 week of back and forth and an all nighter with Sergay from a tundra pheonix face book page I got it working. Only problem now is the WiFi is iffy. It will connect only if I turn off my Bluetooth. Nice product but shitty tech guys that sell it
     
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  9. Apr 13, 2020 at 1:39 PM
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    So, I have a 2019 Tundra crew max limited with JBL and it sound muddy, I mean Georgia clay muddy. My 2008 Lexus GX470 sounds far superior even when my wife plays her old latin cassettes from the 1980s. No hiss and crystal clear. This is what I am after, clean sound, the band is in the back playing if I crank it up.
    After talking with Crutchfield, they seemed to think I could use this
    https://www.crutchfield.com/p_161LCQ1B/AudioControl-LCQ-1-Black.html?tp=61658
    and this amp
    https://www.crutchfield.com/p_113X8025/Kenwood-Excelon-X802-5.html
    and some misc upgrades to the speakers, subwoofer AND keep the factory head JBL head unit.
    My current amp has 3 plugs (2 white and 1 blue)
    My question to all, will this work and I can keep my factory system intact or am I living in a pipe dream? Please advise.....
     
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  10. Apr 13, 2020 at 2:51 PM
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    I did trade some emails, did not think it was what I wanted. I may end up upgrading speakers and call it good.
     
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    I am thinking more of these options (line output converter vs digital signal processor) hooked up after factory amp plus 5 channel amp and dump most of the 2ohm speakers.

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  12. Apr 14, 2020 at 3:47 PM
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    The reviews are pretty poor with this thing, that is why I am skeptical about it.
     
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    So did it work or do we all (JBL) need a new HU and speakers
     
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    Sorry I’m circling back to this thread, never got to thank you for posting Picts... Thank you.:hattip:
     
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  15. May 7, 2020 at 9:46 PM
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    I just read this entire thread ... my head hurts now. Must have been all burning wires in my head ...:bananadead:
     
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    I have also rear the whole thread. My head is spinning. Any update as of 2022 regarding the best head unit for Tundras?
     
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