Infinity Basslink Installation - MINI2

RobbyTT · #1 (**permalink**) Mar 24th, 2003, 11:28 PM

I installed a basslink in the boot of the mini this weekend. When all said and done, this little system sounds BIG in our cars!

I got it on ebay for $180 and the plan was to put this in just to tide me over until I had time to plan, research and fund a bigger system but after only a few days with it -- i think it might be enough!

I was just going to splice into the rear signals at first and do the easiest installation (btw, the diy faqs on this site were helpful, thanks!) but after hooking it up it somehow fried the head unit!? i was ****ed.

*do not try to install this in a mini with the stock head unit. you will blowout your bmw head. (at least from my experience)

so i got an alpine head unit and hooked that up instead. installed the basslink right with rca hookups and took a few minutes to tweek the settings -- this system hits hard. the door speakers finally sound good (they are way underpowered before. bmw tends to put some nice stuff (for OEM anyway) and the bass sounds HUGE. the car is so small and tight and this small basslink really works perfect for out car. plus, having such a small boot to begin with, you don't end up sacrificing much anyways.

i will post pictures soon.

nfo · #2 (**permalink**) Mar 24th, 2003, 11:48 PM

hey robby....
i'm thinking of doing the same thing!
any chance i could hear it in person?
i'm in chicago too!

RobbyTT · #3 (**permalink**) Mar 24th, 2003, 11:53 PM

sure- where do you live in chicago? i think you'll find it quite impressive on a value basis. a lot of bang for the buck (kinda like the mini!)

nfo · #4 (**permalink**) Mar 25th, 2003, 12:10 AM

i'm on the north side, but i work in the loop.
i've been eyeballing the basslink for a while now!
it would be really sweet if i could hear it in a cooper!
wow!
thanks!

GTT 280 · #5 (**permalink**) Mar 25th, 2003, 12:21 AM

I'm considering altering my H/K system.

I want to replace the head unit and the amplifier and add a bass link - I think the clear version looks really great !!

With the MCS the battery is in the boot so that makes wiring the amp really easy.

I also have all the cabling running to the back of the car too (for the already installed H/K amp)

RobbyTT · #6 (**permalink**) Mar 25th, 2003, 12:25 AM

me as well. I live in lincoln park/lake view and work in the sears tower. if we could meet after work sometime otherwise the weekend. you are welcome to hear it...i think its a nice upgrade.

Quote:

Originally posted by nfo
i'm on the north side, but i work in the loop.
i've been eyeballing the basslink for a while now!
it would be really sweet if i could hear it in a cooper!
wow!
thanks!

nfo · #7 (**permalink**) Mar 25th, 2003, 12:42 AM

robby check your PM.

Sausagefingers · #8 (**permalink**) Mar 25th, 2003, 01:30 AM

I have rathe enjoyed the bass link as well. I think it's a perfect match regarding size and power.

MiniE · #9 (**permalink**) Mar 29th, 2003, 06:04 AM

sound like u guys do like the basslink,
any chance of posting some pic?

thx

mike58 · #10 (**permalink**) Mar 31st, 2003, 04:52 AM

Gimme some details I fancy this for my Porsche

Wul · #11 (**permalink**) Mar 31st, 2003, 03:15 PM

a pic from the web:

Try a search too - this has been well talekd about in other threads too

RobbyTT · #12 (**permalink**) Apr 2nd, 2003, 07:18 AM

I will post some pics of the basslink in the car this weekend. work-week leaves no time for cars

MiniE · #13 (**permalink**) Apr 11th, 2003, 01:54 PM

hey RobbyTT and Sausagefingers

i just got my basslink, just wondering how u guy screw it down?

i wanted to mount it vertically, i might need to make my own bracket?

need some input, pic would even be better,

thx alot guy,