03-05-2016, 03:49 PM | #1 |
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X1 aftermarket head unit
Good day bmw enthusiasts, I was wondering if someone can lend me a hand. I am look at replacing the stock head unit off my 2015 x1 and was curious what dash kit I would need. I saw after a few searches that we can use the 1 series dash bezel and it would work. Can someone verify and send me a link on one? There's a whole lot of different kinds that is confusing me. Also, I'm looking for a wiring harness for the radio as well and all other necessary items to include on the install, ie any modules needed in case the stock radio also is a security hardware. Thank you to everyone that helps and sorry if this is repetitive as I'm new to the BMW world.
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03-05-2016, 07:41 PM | #2 |
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Have you checked on crutchfield.com for ideas?
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03-06-2016, 04:26 PM | #4 |
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I was told at Best Buy that the factory head unit is linked to the electronics with an optical link, and they had no way to integrate a non-OEM head. Of course, that's BB's opinion, which I don't hold in any great regard. Don't buy a Samsung refrigerator from them, or anyone else for that matter. I found if you give the factory unit a good, digital source, the sound is pretty good if you play it loud.
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03-07-2016, 02:02 AM | #5 |
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I'm looking to have Bluetooth music streaming through the head unit. Currently, only Bluetooth connection I have with the stock unit is for calls. The speakers themselves sound good as it is, just want that streaming option added.
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03-07-2016, 04:19 PM | #8 | |
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Works great, allows calls to come through. Only downside is it can be annoying if it connects to your phone when you're nearby outside your car. It's definitely a inexpensive and reliable mod. |
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03-07-2016, 10:43 PM | #9 | |
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Kinda want to be able to control the music through the head unit. Also, I could just connect the phone through aux and I don't have to buy that at all. I tried it again and there's no way to connect music through the Bluetooth on the head unit. Only calling features on the connection. USB will only play music files. Can't control the phone even through usb plug. |
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03-07-2016, 11:49 PM | #10 |
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The main benefit of Bluetooth connection is that it's wireless... Also depending on the phone you *may* be able to connect to both the Bluetooth audio receiver for music and the Bluetooth on the head unit for calls.
But just going straight into aux in would solve the problem. CIC is the denomination for the second version of iDrive. Before that it was CCC and the latest is NXT. (I hope I didn't mix up the letters) Just Google images "BMW CIC NXT" and you'll see how to tell which you have. |
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03-08-2016, 08:04 AM | #12 |
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Bluetooth audio quality is a bit poor compared to an AUX or USB input, anyway. I have iDrive but I keep all my mobile music on a USB stick. Not a great option if you want to play streaming stuff like Pandora, of course.
There are some aftermarket NAV units out there, though, that could possibly suit your needs. But what little I've read about the audio quality is not promising: http://e84.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=757576 |
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03-08-2016, 12:59 PM | #13 | |
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Quality of sound is much better through the USB port, and you can just plug in a cheap memory card/stick. BMW didn't completely disable the USB port. However your control over content can be difficult, unless like me, you prefer your music random. I, too have a no-line model with the BMW "Professional" head unit. |
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03-08-2016, 04:58 PM | #14 |
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All these are good info, but it still doesn't answer my question. I am still unsure if I can use the 1 series aftermarket dash bezel or not and also a stock to aftermarket head unit wiring harness. Both I can't seem to find in any searches.
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03-08-2016, 08:17 PM | #15 |
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I was told by three different audio install shops that changing the deck wouldn't be possible due to the optical connection and that is why no dash kit exists for the X1.
I've been looking to change my unit for over six months and haven't had much luck finding a good solution. I recently installed the underseat ghost subs from Bavsound and am waiting for their stage one kit which should be coming in sometime in April. The stock deck doesn't have the best functionality but the sound quality is pretty good. I use the Aux connection for music. |
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04-17-2017, 05:40 PM | #19 |
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My aux hooked up to my Ipod
My aux plays crystal clear music I'm running the factory amp for the factory speakers and a alpine MRV-M500 with Alpine SWS 12D4 sub in a tuned ported box and Im old but I like trap music
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04-20-2017, 11:49 PM | #20 |
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Replaced All My Non Harmon Kardon Speakers To Bavsound Including Ghost Underseat Subs. Bavsound Sent Me A Xtra Tweets For My Rear Which Did Not Have Tweets. So I Called Them To Return It Back And They Told Me I Could Keep Them And Refunded Me Some. I Decide To Buy Rear Speaker Shelf That Had Tweeter Mounts So I Could Use The Xtra Tweets. Installed Them Today And My Oh My! The Sound Is Amazing Even With Just Stock Radio And Stock Amp Using My Aux To My Iphone. Money Well Spent For Me...night And Day!!!
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07-01-2020, 05:52 AM | #21 |
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Last month, my friend upgrade his X1 radio with XTRONS QB10X1UN. Unlike other universal head unit, this one is custom fit for X1, so no dash kit required. Also, it is plug & play design.
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