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Old 09-06-2010, 10:02 AM   #38 (permalink)
MDIADDEZ
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Originally Posted by ED27 View Post
Why would you want to do that? The subwoofer output on your Pioneer is preamp level. The OEM radio powered the sub directly so you still need an amp - there's no way around it with your setup.
Since you replaced the stock head unit the only way to have a subwoofer is to add a sub AMP (signal from the sub pre-amp on your new Pioneer) AND replace your factory sub. Powering the stock sub will not sound good. I recommend the Kenwood shallow mount xw1000.
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