Sound system idea! has anyone else tried this?
#1
Sound system idea! has anyone else tried this?
My XJS is fitted with the original pull out Radio with Tape Player and to tell the truth I was thinking of fitting a new Stereo/CD Player.
But the guy I spoke to in the shop came up with an idea which I decided to try, as this would preserve the Cars originality.
You can buy for just a few dollars a thing called a Cassette Adapter, which looks just like a Cassette Tape with a mini jack wire coming out of it.
Plug this wire into the outlet of your MP3 player or your phone, with all your Tracks on and away you go!
Preserving originality and saving megabucks on a new Stereo.
But the guy I spoke to in the shop came up with an idea which I decided to try, as this would preserve the Cars originality.
You can buy for just a few dollars a thing called a Cassette Adapter, which looks just like a Cassette Tape with a mini jack wire coming out of it.
Plug this wire into the outlet of your MP3 player or your phone, with all your Tracks on and away you go!
Preserving originality and saving megabucks on a new Stereo.
#2
Use the one from monster cable, I got mine at Best Buy.
You will not regret it.
I use mine everyday the sound quality is great and that monster cable one just lasts forever.
Cheap ones tend to be finicky. The monster cable one I have has lasted 5 years so far. I originally got it for my truck.
You will not regret it.
I use mine everyday the sound quality is great and that monster cable one just lasts forever.
Cheap ones tend to be finicky. The monster cable one I have has lasted 5 years so far. I originally got it for my truck.
The following users liked this post:
orangeblossom (03-31-2014)
#3
The following 2 users liked this post by Jagfixer:
orangeblossom (03-31-2014),
pitifulpluto (03-30-2014)
#4
The following users liked this post:
orangeblossom (03-31-2014)
#5
Why cling to the past? Get a nice understated Nakamichi, Blaupunkt, or classic Alpine with green square buttons to match the interior, with all the modern conveniences.
Cassette adaptors come with all the inferior qualities, namely tape hiss plus an ugly wire hanging out of the deck, like a snake swallowing a too large rat.
Cassette adaptors come with all the inferior qualities, namely tape hiss plus an ugly wire hanging out of the deck, like a snake swallowing a too large rat.
The following users liked this post:
orangeblossom (03-31-2014)
#6
Use the one from monster cable, I got mine at Best Buy.
You will not regret it.
I use mine everyday the sound quality is great and that monster cable one just lasts forever.
Cheap ones tend to be finicky. The monster cable one I have has lasted 5 years so far. I originally got it for my truck.
You will not regret it.
I use mine everyday the sound quality is great and that monster cable one just lasts forever.
Cheap ones tend to be finicky. The monster cable one I have has lasted 5 years so far. I originally got it for my truck.
#7
Trending Topics
#9
Why cling to the past? Get a nice understated Nakamichi, Blaupunkt, or classic Alpine with green square buttons to match the interior, with all the modern conveniences.
Cassette adaptors come with all the inferior qualities, namely tape hiss plus an ugly wire hanging out of the deck, like a snake swallowing a too large rat.
Cassette adaptors come with all the inferior qualities, namely tape hiss plus an ugly wire hanging out of the deck, like a snake swallowing a too large rat.
#10
Not sure the brand matters.
A long time ago, Sirius Radio sent me one of those tapes as part of some class action lawsuit settlement. It was a no name brand to be sure.
It lasted every bit of 5 years, if not much much longer.
She finally had to buy another one since the original cheapie went bad. Basically the wire finally started to crap out because it was bent down out of the tape deck in her Honda Pilot for a long time.
You can also catch hepatitis C in her car because the kids trash it up so often...
I was never a big fan of Monster products. They don't specify gauge sizes, I think they charge WAY too much for their cables, etc. I don't believe that there is anyone on this planet that can hear any difference between two equally sized cables.
A long time ago, Sirius Radio sent me one of those tapes as part of some class action lawsuit settlement. It was a no name brand to be sure.
It lasted every bit of 5 years, if not much much longer.
She finally had to buy another one since the original cheapie went bad. Basically the wire finally started to crap out because it was bent down out of the tape deck in her Honda Pilot for a long time.
You can also catch hepatitis C in her car because the kids trash it up so often...
I was never a big fan of Monster products. They don't specify gauge sizes, I think they charge WAY too much for their cables, etc. I don't believe that there is anyone on this planet that can hear any difference between two equally sized cables.
The following users liked this post:
orangeblossom (03-31-2014)
#11
I bought one of these.
It works great with my iPhone or nano. It has the added advantage of providing bluetooth handsfree calling too which would be essential in UK. It routes the phone call through the speakers and has a built in mic. Works great with the top up.
Sound quality is excellent, actually better than the standard radio and almost CD quality. It also has a built-in USB port to charge phone/ipod or any other device.
The only thing I don't like is the white colour All in all a pretty good value at $60 (40 quid)
Amazon.com: GOgroove FlexSMART X3 Bluetooth FM Transmitter with Enhanced Clarity Technology for Wireless Handsfree Calling , Audio / Music Playback , and USB Charging in Your Car or Vehicle ** Includes Micro USB Charger & 3.5mm Audio Cables! **: Elec
It works great with my iPhone or nano. It has the added advantage of providing bluetooth handsfree calling too which would be essential in UK. It routes the phone call through the speakers and has a built in mic. Works great with the top up.
Sound quality is excellent, actually better than the standard radio and almost CD quality. It also has a built-in USB port to charge phone/ipod or any other device.
The only thing I don't like is the white colour All in all a pretty good value at $60 (40 quid)
The following users liked this post:
orangeblossom (03-31-2014)
#12
Not sure the brand matters.
A long time ago, Sirius Radio sent me one of those tapes as part of some class action lawsuit settlement. It was a no name brand to be sure.
It lasted every bit of 5 years, if not much much longer.
She finally had to buy another one since the original cheapie went bad. Basically the wire finally started to crap out because it was bent down out of the tape deck in her Honda Pilot for a long time.
You can also catch hepatitis C in her car because the kids trash it up so often...
I was never a big fan of Monster products. They don't specify gauge sizes, I think they charge WAY too much for their cables, etc. I don't believe that there is anyone on this planet that can hear any difference between two equally sized cables.
A long time ago, Sirius Radio sent me one of those tapes as part of some class action lawsuit settlement. It was a no name brand to be sure.
It lasted every bit of 5 years, if not much much longer.
She finally had to buy another one since the original cheapie went bad. Basically the wire finally started to crap out because it was bent down out of the tape deck in her Honda Pilot for a long time.
You can also catch hepatitis C in her car because the kids trash it up so often...
I was never a big fan of Monster products. They don't specify gauge sizes, I think they charge WAY too much for their cables, etc. I don't believe that there is anyone on this planet that can hear any difference between two equally sized cables.
#13
I bought one of these.
Amazon.com: GOgroove FlexSMART X3 Bluetooth FM Transmitter with Enhanced Clarity Technology for Wireless Handsfree Calling , Audio / Music Playback , and USB Charging in Your Car or Vehicle ** Includes Micro USB Charger & 3.5mm Audio Cables! **: Elec
It works great with my iPhone or nano. It has the added advantage of providing bluetooth handsfree calling too which would be essential in UK. It routes the phone call through the speakers and has a built in mic. Works great with the top up.
Sound quality is excellent, actually better than the standard radio and almost CD quality. It also has a built-in USB port to charge phone/ipod or any other device.
The only thing I don't like is the white colour All in all a pretty good value at $60 (40 quid)
Attachment 78344
Amazon.com: GOgroove FlexSMART X3 Bluetooth FM Transmitter with Enhanced Clarity Technology for Wireless Handsfree Calling , Audio / Music Playback , and USB Charging in Your Car or Vehicle ** Includes Micro USB Charger & 3.5mm Audio Cables! **: Elec
It works great with my iPhone or nano. It has the added advantage of providing bluetooth handsfree calling too which would be essential in UK. It routes the phone call through the speakers and has a built in mic. Works great with the top up.
Sound quality is excellent, actually better than the standard radio and almost CD quality. It also has a built-in USB port to charge phone/ipod or any other device.
The only thing I don't like is the white colour All in all a pretty good value at $60 (40 quid)
Attachment 78344
#14
The following users liked this post:
orangeblossom (04-01-2014)
#15
I was desperately trying to hang on to the original radios on the XJS and E until I could no longer take it. I had the cassette converter and did not care for the sound. Upgraded both cars to an Alpine with HD, Sirius Xm, Bluetooth, Handsfree phone, usb and aux connections (fitted in the center cubby) and more. It is the best upgrade that I have done--ever---nothing beats being able to have Sirius, hands free talking and bluetooth. On these older cars it's easy to do.
On the other hand, my daily driver X type, the most modern car I have, has none of these capabilities, and it's almost impossible to change out the radio.
This is the ALPINE radio on the XJS:
On the other hand, my daily driver X type, the most modern car I have, has none of these capabilities, and it's almost impossible to change out the radio.
This is the ALPINE radio on the XJS:
The following 2 users liked this post by Spikepaga:
Forcedair1 (04-02-2014),
orangeblossom (04-01-2014)
#16
I'm more into Tunes when I'm driving, I very seldom listen to the Radio, so in that respect, the cassette adapter really works for me.
#17
I was desperately trying to hang on to the original radios on the XJS and E until I could no longer take it. I had the cassette converter and did not care for the sound. Upgraded both cars to an Alpine with HD, Sirius Xm, Bluetooth, Handsfree phone, usb and aux connections (fitted in the center cubby) and more. It is the best upgrade that I have done--ever---nothing beats being able to have Sirius, hands free talking and bluetooth. On these older cars it's easy to do.
On the other hand, my daily driver X type, the most modern car I have, has none of these capabilities, and it's almost impossible to change out the radio.
This is the ALPINE radio on the XJS:
On the other hand, my daily driver X type, the most modern car I have, has none of these capabilities, and it's almost impossible to change out the radio.
This is the ALPINE radio on the XJS:
What an amazing piece of kit, I bet that outfit cost you a fair bit of dosh, I'd better start saving up!
#18
I was desperately trying to hang on to the original radios on the XJS and E until I could no longer take it. I had the cassette converter and did not care for the sound. Upgraded both cars to an Alpine with HD, Sirius Xm, Bluetooth, Handsfree phone, usb and aux connections (fitted in the center cubby) and more. It is the best upgrade that I have done--ever---nothing beats being able to have Sirius, hands free talking and bluetooth. On these older cars it's easy to do.
On the other hand, my daily driver X type, the most modern car I have, has none of these capabilities, and it's almost impossible to change out the radio.
This is the ALPINE radio on the XJS:
On the other hand, my daily driver X type, the most modern car I have, has none of these capabilities, and it's almost impossible to change out the radio.
This is the ALPINE radio on the XJS:
A good number of the XJS that I see in pictures have nice after market radios and so does yours. Plus, it is such a fact that the OEM sound systems are of limited quality because manufactureres need to save every penny on what they put in the car. You have absolutely done the smart thing. Enjoy it!
Cheers,
The following users liked this post:
orangeblossom (04-02-2014)
#19
#20
sorry you misunderstood what I meant.
unless you aren't aware, they make a very similar product as the cassette adapter that broadcasts what is playing on your phone/mp3 player over a FM channel so you can just turn on your radio.
I was commenting how both work, but the quality is lacking
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
rachelstr
S-Type / S type R Supercharged V8 ( X200 )
7
09-03-2015 12:59 PM
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)