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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 06:03 PM
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remember, the b54 is underpowered in 4 ohm, so stick to 2 ohm speakers, if thats not your longterm goal, get a stronger amp. the b52 has good power in both 2 and 4 ohm setups. the pac sni-35 is simply a line out converter that takes your current speaker wires and adapts them to RCA jacks
I went with the B54 due to it being 4'channel so I could add the back speakers once I get the tour pack and speaker pods on. The infinity speakers I purchased are 2ohm. Does my idea make sense?
 
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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 07:16 PM
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Originally Posted by SBates08
Joes sig says he's riding a '10 SG. Still not sure if it's worth the coin.
Yeah, I don't see the sigs as I hate desks and anything on top of desks!!!!!

But the first post did say he was on a 2015 FLHXS just I had the wrong guy. The alphabet is a real bitch sometimes!!! My bad.

I'm with u though bro, not worth 400 bucks either way.

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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by joeg2246
I went with the B54 due to it being 4'channel so I could add the back speakers once I get the tour pack and speaker pods on. The infinity speakers I purchased are 2ohm. Does my idea make sense?
Makes sense, but if u want good room to grow and open up ur options to the 4 ohm world, which is HUGE, u might try and make a u-turn w the B54.
Not many 2 ohm options.

Don't get me wrong, the kappas are damn good but if / when u grow out of them ur probably gonna have to redo the amp to support the next tier of speakers.

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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 07:35 PM
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Tailwind is on point with his reply. Granted what you've chosen will run good together, it's the next stage that will conflict with your decisions. And trust me when I tell you...There is always a next stage.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 07:41 PM
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And for the money that your gonna spend on the iPod interface, I'd use that money to replace the HK head unit with a good aftermarket head unit. Then your music options will expand greatly as will the sound of your upgrade.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Tailwind
Makes sense, but if u want good room to grow and open up ur options to the 4 ohm world, which is HUGE, u might try and make a u-turn w the B54.
Not many 2 ohm options.

Don't get me wrong, the kappas are damn good but if / when u grow out of them ur probably gonna have to redo the amp to support the next tier of speakers.

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Have you guys heard of the Aquatica waterproof radios? www.aquaticaav.com
 
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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 08:16 PM
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Does the Harley head unit have Preamp Outputs? If so what is the voltage level?
 
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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by joeg2246
Does the Harley head unit have Preamp Outputs? If so what is the voltage level?
It does not.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2016 | 08:51 PM
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Originally Posted by joeg2246
Does the Harley head unit have Preamp Outputs? If so what is the voltage level?
honestly joe, pull the stock hu, put in a good sony, alpine or kenwood and you will have bluetooth and usb capabilities and much better sound quality with your b54 and kappas
and built in 4-5v pre-outs
your current headunit does not have pre-outs
 

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Old Nov 18, 2016 | 10:00 AM
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I had my mind set on keeping the system looking stock to keep people from possibly wanting to steal anything. But, I think you guys have changed my mind. I am going to send the amp back and go with the HD ready Aquatic AQ-MP-5UBT-H receiver. Completely waterproof and operates exactly like the factory radio with handlebar controls. Your phone fits inside the unit and connects wirelessly, but, also has a charging port in the cavity as well. The internal amp powers 4ea 2 ohm speakers at 75 watts each. Will most likely take care of my needs for sure. I watched a few youtube videos on it and read some reviews that were very good.
 
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