You were looking for a sub that didn't sacrifice cargo space but you went the opposite and took half the cargo space of your trunk with seats up. You can't set stuff on top of the speaker or risk damaging it so that space is effectively useless.

 

You’re a glass all empty kind of guy, I get it . There is PLENTY of space with the third row down which is my daily config. That, and the sub/amplifier can easily be unplugged if I need space with 3rd row up which is why I went with one unit for everything. Damn, the lack of subwoofer on the stock system be making you 😡.

 

Everything is garbage when you have that big-ass-powered sub.

 

What's the first track you played to test it out?

 

I have the amp at its lowest setting . I listen to a variety of music, mostly EDM so it was probably something from Illenium. I wasn’t looking for wake-up-your neighborhood bass, but anything better than stock system. My old Ford Escape’s Sony system had better bass than my EV9’s Meridian.

 

Here’s my big-ass 8 inch sub box after a trip to Costco .

 

How many watts? I've heard the ICCU limits you to ~700. True?

 

Nice! I was looking to do something similar with my GT. Do you happen to know where they tapped into to get the audio signal for the amp?

 

I also have an EV9 GT Line and I am also looking to install a sub and amp that accepts speaker-level-outs. The the only thing holding me back is: where is the 50A trailer hitch power (fuse or otherwise) that I could tap into? And is there a part or component that can do the tap "gently"? Finally, where is the existing sub speaker wire that I can tap into as input into my sub? Pictures would be great! Thanks, Your install looks great.

 

Hey trickyt,

This may not be close, but you reminded me of @theioniqguy’s installation guide for his great walkway lock module. Maybe something under here fits the bill.

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EV9 Wire Tap Installation Instructions

Kia EV9 Wire Tap Installation Instructions You can view how to remove the panels in a brief video here Helpful Resources: Installation Video: https://youtu.be/Y1xqApkks7g?si=dBtDd_NvYLzmwR9S Before contacting me, please read the FAQ to familiarize yourself with the device and get answers to the m...

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has anyone done any replacement of the stock module with a better aftermarket so that you utilizing the OEM location?

 

I recently had a powered subwoofer installed on my EV9 last week. The stock Meridian subwoofer is hot garbage and I was really looking for a solution that provided enough power without sacrificing cargo space. I ended up purchasing a JL Audio Microsub+ 8 (dimensions: 18-1/2"W x 11-1/8"H x 5-1/8"D) and I’ve been really happy with it. Don’t let the 8” subwoofer fool you, this thing can pound if you want it to. I keep it at the lowest setting. I purchased the powered sub on my own from Abt. The cost to install including labor and cables was $440. This is a great solution, but it wasn’t cheap. I could’ve gone with a different powered sub, but JL Audio ia the highest quality. Below are some pics with a couple ways you can position the box.

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I hope you have a better way of securing it. It looks like it could fly forward and kill someone in a crash