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  1. SamH

    Xtrons and Bose - Audi A3 8P advice please...

    Hello, I am looking for some advice please. Having become the proud owner of an Audi A3 8P Black Edition (59 plate), I would really like to add Bluetooth and SD card support to the car. I am toying with the idea of either a Bluetooth dongle that mimics a CD changer, or a more expensive unit...
  2. J

    Changing out speakers

    Hi all, I'm buying a a3 3.2 over the weekend and am thinking of what to do about the speakers. In my old a3 2.0tdi I had the standard ones and I can get the bose complete system for about 90 quid. Is this just an easy replace or do you have to run different wires into it at all. I know lots...
  3. Sitnas

    Upgrade to touchscreen in 1.8 tfsi 2007?

    Morning all, I've recently bought an A3 1.8tfsi 2007 S line (8p) which has come with a symphony radio and Bose sound system. I want to upgrade the system as I currently can't charge my phone, play my own music or use NAV. Would something like this fit? And what kind of adapters/fittings will...
  4. A

    New stereo with Bose system help

    Hi All, New to the forum and hope this is the correct way to get the answer/advice. Did a search but it bought up all kinds of ***** but not what I needed. I'm in the process of getting a A3 black edition so has the Bose sound system as standard, went to an ICE shop to find out about getting a...
  5. J

    Audi A3 wanted

    Hi all New to this forum but hoping I can find a good little A3 as not having much luck searching multiple sites! I’m looking for an A3 3.2, 3 door, manual. FSH And ideally sat nav, leather and bose. Based in Essex, if anyone has one for sale or knows of one send them my way please...
  6. E

    Bose symphony stereo questions

    Hello all, apologies if I'm in the wrong area...... I've recently got a 52 plate (2002?) Audi A4 avant 130 diesel manual. It has the bose symphony stereo in it and the best sounding speakers I've ever had (it's all standard). Unfortunately, the speakers on the front right cut out...
  7. Uma1r

    Help please....problems installing a Pioneer DA230DAB to B7 RS4

    Hi guys, any help with this much appreciated. I am using the following parts: 1. Pioneer SPH-230DAB Headunit 2. Steering Wheel Stalk Adapter - Connects2 CTSAD006.2 3. Double DIN Fascia Kit 4. FAKRA to Audi antenna adapter - Connects2 CT27AA56 I tried to help a friend out by...
  8. Ike

    New (to me) S3 - what to do about ICE... need some expert help pls

    Hi, Just got a 2k7 S3 to replace my soon to go lease B9 A4. It has BOSE fitted which is nice enough for me (much better than the terrible rattly sound from the A4!) I have the RNS-E, which has issues reading the satnav disc, I've pulled it out and cleaned the laser but it still has issues. It...
  9. Woob

    8P retrofit database

    Afternoon all, I've been thinking for a while about OEM upgrades to my S3 and would really appreciate a directory of all of the OEM retrofits available. I figured it could be useful for all users. The main thing would be list of parts needed, tips and advice, costs associated and maybe any...
  10. Adamski_A3

    Replaced head unit - Arial issue / Blown front Bose door speaker to replace (best way and part no?)

    So since getting the car one of the main things I wanted to sort was to swap out the Sympany unit with something I could bluetooth my music to and have Android Auto/Apple Car Play integration (I'm Android and the wifes Apple) So I found an ex-display Pioneer AVH-X8700BT for a good price...
  11. Callum Jarvis

    New Headunit & Bose VCDS/VAG Com Coding

    Hi guys I'm new to posting on the forum although have been reading for ages now. I have a little problem and was wondering if anyone out there can help me. I have a Bose sound system fitted from factory but decided I wanted to upgrade my head-unit (Original RMC Connect plus) due to not having...
  12. mechanic69

    Bose Sub Upgrade

    Would like to upgrade my Bose sub in the side of the boot. Want a stealth replacement that doesn't show or take up more boot space. Would prefer straight swap, like plug and play All ideas welcomed.
  13. Dylan Johnson

    Rear speakers not working (non bose)

    First of all I know there is loads of these threads and im sorry lol. I bought the car with an aftermarket JVC radio and I knew before I seen the car the speakers wont be working anyway I bought it few month ago and only now just got round to having a look at it. So I know the rear speakers...
  14. N

    Bose system upgrade from stock Audi system

    iv bought the Bose system for my 8l s3 iv come to put the sub in the boot and the looms are different slightly it's has come out of an 8l s3 so assumed would be straight swap can anyone tell me how it's is done?adaptors needed? Cheers
  15. Haudi93

    Stereo System Advice!

    I have a 2010 Audi A3 S-Line Black Edition. It only has the Standard stereo in and a fitted bluetooth set too. excuse the dust on pics, needs a clean ;) I am looking at buying the Audi Navigation Plus system from ebay so I can have the Nav system etc.. Just looking for advice on this or...
  16. Conn99

    Audi A3 symphony stereo not working, please help!

    Hi, I own a 2009 a3 with the symphony head unit with BOSE speakers . The stereo (when turning on the ignition/starting the car or manually pressing the power button on the head unit) only powered on sometimes it was a gamble on wether it could come on and turning on/off the ignition to try and...
  17. P

    Bose Subwoofer not working

    Hello, recently I bought an Audi A3 2000 1.8T, and it seems like it has a bose sound system. At least it has Bose subwoofer, which is not playing. Front and rear speakers are working fine, rear speakers are little weak compared to front, but still they work. I read that if subwoofer is not...
  18. N

    Bose Sound opinions on A6?

    Hi all, I recently posted on the A4 (B9) forums expressing my disappointment at the new B&O system, especially compared to my old A4 (B8) B&O. When I tried the A6 Bose Surround Sound, I was very impressed. However, I only tested it in the showroom and at low speeds. I have now taken delivery...
  19. Toblahoe

    Audi A4 (B7, 2006) Aux Cable

    Hi, I've just bought an A4 (B7, 2006) and I want too add an aux cable so i can use my phone to listen to music, which is the easiest way to do it. I've looked at one of the Enfig adapters (AU2-AUX Dension GW1LAU2) which seem easy enough to add an aux cable, however my car has the Bose speakers...
  20. Exemplaar

    Audi Concert Bose speaker system with new headunit issue!

    Hi everyone, new to the forum. Had my 8p nearly a year and finally got a new head-unit so I can play music off my phone. Did some research on here etc and bought additional harness for the the whole system to work and I know people have had issues with headunit not turning on at all and only...