Re: Radio in 200

[Wolff <wolff_b@ix.netcom.com>]

> 
> Replace the Bose speakers with better speakers; the stock ones suck
> and Bose compensates for it with equalization built into the amps at
> each speaker.  Bose does this on purpose.

Yes, the Bose speakers are crappy. One might be satisfied to turn the
bass down and the treble up.
 
> Connect your aftermarket radio and let it drive the speakers, or use
> outboard amps which are compatible with your speakers.  The Bose
> speakers are about 2 ohms each and DO NOT work with any standard
> amplifiers.  Bose does this on purpose.
> 

Most modern amps have a low enough output impedance that they will drive
a low 2 ohm load with no problems. I have played the Sony in my 200
quite loud and have not blown the output stage yet.
YMMV
Wolff