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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: Enforcer on 04 June 2010, 10:25
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So got my gti yesterday - have to say loving it at the moment and the drive back was 'interesting' :evil:
However the only small downside to the car is that it only has 1 cd slot and no changer / ipod / mp3 etc.
What do you guys typically do for OEM sound options - I'mguessing I've got options of...
1) Buy a RCD300 with MP3 player (my one doesn't have mp3)
2) Buy a 6 cd changer
3) Buy some kind of ipod interface
4) Buy a sat nav unit (does that have mp3?)
Which route have you guys gone down and which would you recommend?
Thanks for your help. :)
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PS Ideally I would like to have a 6 cd changer and access to my ipod music on occasion...
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If your serious about sound then the only proper alternative is aftermarket. I've got an Alpine HU with a small sub and amp. You cant compare it to a standard OEM setup.
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The standard OEM sound system is fairly rubbish! :sick:
The bird has a 02 plate punto. That sound system sh1t's on mine it has a standard sub built in the boot :shocked:
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I have to agree that the only way for decent sounds is to go aftermarket.
The OEM iPOD dock is a waste of time and money.
The OEM speakers can all be bought for less than £50, so imagine how cheap and nasty they are to actually make :sick:
The OEM head units specifically have VW sound processing to reduce the sound at certain volumes and frequencies as they know the stock speakers can't handle them
This is why an aftermarket head unit will sound better until the volume is wound up.
Even cheap aftermarket speakers are leagues better than the MKV OEM speakers.
The MKVI dynaudio system speakers are much better, but would cost you more than a decent aftermarket set-up. :cool:
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I have an aftermarket aux in connection in mine but I won't recommended it as another person on here got the same kit and it wouldn't work. We couldn't figure out why.
A full on aftermarket headunit would be a good start.
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Hmmm tough one, as I keep all my car sound system OEM - as opposed to inputs like CD players which don't bother me as they are typically hidden away.
In terms of ipod connections is the denilson the best bet (apologies if I misspelt the name there) ?
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Just got the standard head unit & genuine 6 cd changer in arm rest BUT mine is 05 & has the 10 speaker system & for me it's fine.
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Have any of you guys bought these "box units" from china which you put in the glovebox - they allow you to play music from SD cards, USB memory sticks or an AUX input (ipod) ?
They look like good value...
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The OEM iPOD dock is a waste of time and money.
Without question THE worst £155.00 i have ever spent after having this fitted to my GTI by VW.
The worst Ipod connection bar none,Does'nt charge the Iphone (Although i was assured by the Salespig That it does).There is no display to show what you are playing on the radio interface,Even the ipod screen goes blank and only shows a VW badge.
All in all.....utter crap.
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There is no display to show what you are playing on the radio interface
Now that I am very supprised about!
How do you change track etc? if you can't see what your doing
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It actually only show you CD (playlist no) and track number, i.e CD2 Track 12
No display of mp3 titles and no real safe way to seach through for anyo ther tracks that are not part of the first 5 playlists. VW really missed the goal on this one.
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Won't be bothering with that then! You can get the media thing instead for the arm rest can't you? Like an aux port.
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Won't be bothering with that then! You can get the media thing instead for the arm rest can't you? Like an aux port.
Yup, when I bought my car I ripped out the crappy iPod interface and put in the proper MDI interface. I highly recommend it as it is fully integrated into the radio display, the highline display, and controlled by the MFSW if you have one. It will cost you though - approx £250.
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was that fitted mate or just for the parts?
I can't wait to start speccing my MK5 up, I get it today :smiley:
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If you're going to spend up to £250 on it you may as well take a look at some aftermarket headunits. There are some very OEM looking double din ones out there.
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Na I think I'll get an RNS510 tbh
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was that fitted mate or just for the parts?
I can't wait to start speccing my MK5 up, I get it today :smiley:
£250 inc labour. Attached to RNS510 which I think is excellent. Maybe not the absolute best sound but it does everything you could ever need, especially with the Fiscon hands-free which I also threw in for good measure. And I reckon resale value will be slightly better if fitted with OEM kit.
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Totally agree with you mate! OEM equipment always looks better, plus with the RNS510 you can really integrate all the media/phone etc
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if you put the mdi interface through a mfd2 will it still display on the highline ?? or does it have to go through a rns510 ??
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I think MDI will only connect to RNS/RCD510, but someone smarter than me can confirm.
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The question was about sound quality no? The only way to truly improve that is changing speakers and headunit especially as the sound stage is awful on the UK mk5s. The front pods are in way the worst positions possible. You get very little from the low end and the mid is right next to your ear. If you are serious about sound then the US spec door cards are the way forward...but that is the next level, other than custom built door pods etc
http://www.talkaudio.co.uk/vbb/showthread.php?t=304442 (http://www.talkaudio.co.uk/vbb/showthread.php?t=304442)
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What is different about the US spec door cards?
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the position of the lower and mid...they basically bring them all forward instead of the lower bass sitting right next to the bl00dy seat upright...
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Apparently, according to my boot sticker anyways - I have the 10 speaker system. I can only see 2 speaker areas on each door card so is there two speakers in one area? Also will I have the Amplifier installed from factory? if so where is it?
Sorry for all the questions