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Old 09-18-11, 07:11 PM
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I have the Mark Levinson sound system and my sub in the back window has a short so I pretty much have no base. Does anyone know where I can find the specs on the Mark Levinson sound system? I am trying to decide whether to replace it, get a new sub in the trunk or what? Also is there a separate amp somewhere in the car or is it built into that sub in the back. Any help would be appreciated!!!!
Old 09-18-11, 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Jordo609
I have the Mark Levinson sound system and my sub in the back window has a short so I pretty much have no base. Does anyone know where I can find the specs on the Mark Levinson sound system? I am trying to decide whether to replace it, get a new sub in the trunk or what? Also is there a separate amp somewhere in the car or is it built into that sub in the back. Any help would be appreciated!!!!
All the ML speakers, including the sub, are driven by the ML amp in the trunk... the sub is 8 ohm, so you're not gonna find a lot that'll easily replace it without bringing your own amp with you... (and an enclosure since the space/shape isn't gonna hold much aftermarket)
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Where is the amp at in the trunk?
Old 09-18-11, 08:13 PM
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Here you go. It's somewhere near the front right of the trunk (see link)

http://is.sewellparts.com/oem-catalo...S250-2010.html
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great, thanks for that!
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Originally Posted by Jordo609
Where is the amp at in the trunk?
Lift up the plastic tray on the right hand side of the trunk (it just pops up) and it's underneath there. And I did quite a bit of research into this as I blew my ML sub. There are ZERO aftermarket options for that space. Your options are:

1) Go without (not good!)
2) Replace the ML sub with a new ML sub (~ $320 from Sewell w/CL discount)
3) Custom aftermarket setup in trunk. This will run you $1000+ if you want it done right including custom enclosure, amp, speaker and wiring.
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I recommend doing the aftermarket solution. Price can vary drastically, depending on equipment and enclosure (premade vs custom). IMO 500-600 can get you a decent setup.
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