Adding Tweeters - UK installer

[mikeee]

Am very keen to add the Alpine tweeters into those weirdly unused grille spaces.
Despite the fact that I managed to install myself the Kicker Hideaway sub, I’m not quite confident enough to do the tweeter install myself. Have thoroughly read the thread about it which has great info and help from other members but it looks like it might push my wiring skill levels a bit and I can imagine messing it up!

Does anyone know/can recommend a UK audio installer (preferably Midlands or close to) that has worked with the Emira that could do this? Or any nice forum members that have completed this job themself in the area that could lend a hand/keep an eye while I give it a go?

It looks like a more delicate wiring job than the Kicker where there was more space to work with, and I could just use T-tap connectors to tap off the existing wiring.

Thanks!

 

[Andy H]

You could try Cambridge Car Audio. They've got a huge range of off-the-shelf upgrade packages but, given their familiarity, they might also consider a smaller install.... https://www.cambridgecar.audio/lotus-emira-audio-upgrade-packages

 

[mikeee]

Thanks Andy
Yes I’ve had a look at their site, some big packages with big prices there! I’m sure they are excellent, good idea, perhaps they’d consider a more minor install.
Just want tweeters added really, although I’d also be interested in sound deadening.

 

[Andy H]

big prices there

I know - I've never seen a speaker package that costs as much as the car! Maybe worth a try nevertheless if their hourly rate isn't too high.

 

[mikeee]

I am tempted by their Level 2 package.

I already have enough bass provided by the Kicker Hideaway.
So this upgrade would give new speakers in the door, add tweeters, rears, plus a new amp for more power. And sound deadening.

Anyone had anything like this done by them? I would think this would make a huge difference, pricey but it’s not something I could attempt myself!

 

[Andy H]

I already have enough bass provided by the Kicker Hideaway

Where did you install this, did you post about it in the sub thread? To my ears the stereo sounds quite bright so I would be interested in a sub before tweeters but I don't want to lose the rear space behind the seats.

 

[mikeee]

This is mine Andy, it’s quite unobtrusive but very effective, much better bass now but the rest of the system is still very lacking.

It would be easily removable (attached by Velcro) if you ever needed the storage space for a trip.

 

[Andy H]

That's a really slick install and removable is even better. I'm quite short so there's a fair bit of space behind the seat and the lower part of the bench. I wonder if the sub could be mounted down there? That is pretty much dead space for me currently. As I understand it, placement of subs isn't nearly as critical as for other speakers. The BMW HK system has them under the seats and they still provide a good kick.