My Tundra Gets Its Sound System Upgraded! Beat Sonic Power Amplifier
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- čas přidán 12. 07. 2024
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In this video, I install the Beat-Sonic PA2T3K Plug and Play Encore Alpha Power Amplifier Kit onto my Toyota Tundra. This mini amplifier is compatible with several Toyota models from 2018+ years. Thank you for watching!
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00:00 Introduction/Product Info
00:43 Before: Stock JBL Audio Testing
02:21 3rd Gen Tundra Radio Removal
03:54 Beat Sonic USA Power Amplifier Install
06:55 After: Beat Sonic Amp Audio Testing
08:46 Final Thoughts - Auta a dopravní prostředky
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Can’t get discount code to work
Hello @TRDjon, I just saw your Video and I was going to use your Code, but its not working. I am getting Invalid Code.
discount code does not work, any help?
@@fastlif306read my comment above
Is there a new code @trd Jon
Jon, super thumbs up. Gonna try this mod.
I really appreciate your channel for segments like this.
I’m not an off-roader these days and take capabilities over looks.
You bring a little bit of everything which keeps your channel interesting. Thanks!
Thanks man! I appreciate that! I try to blend it all. I know it’s random at times but thanks!
Hell yeah!! Now I need to buy one. Thanks for the video!
Installed today and love it!! noticed great difference, fuller sound and vocal clarity improved a lot! 15 min install.you nailed it with this video! Thanks again.
Glad you like it!
Appreciate the review. This is definitely something I am interested in doing. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you buddy... it came out exactly as you described it... Sounf is much better now. Amazing
Great to hear!
Thanks for the video @TRDJon! Definitely improves the sound quality in my Platinum’s JBL system!
Great to hear!
I just installed mine tonight. It took me 10 minutes, and it sounds great! Great review and a great product. Thank you.
Hey Corey any advice on re installing the head unit. It’s not going in easy and I don’t want to risk damaging it.
What part are you having a problem with?
I installed mine today! Thanks for the promo code! I shared it to a few facebook groups!
Awesome! Thank you! Hope the video helped you out!
Love the video but discount code not working
Thank you for this video. Installed my Beat Sonic in my 23 Tundra yesterday and it was a breeze.
Glad it helped!
Just ordered. Thanks for the discount code. I hope they give you a little kick-back.
Awesome thank you! I know you’ll like it. Clear audio with richer bass. Thanks dude!
I installed one of these in my 21 4runner just a few days ago and I am shocked at the difference.... it sounds so much better
Right??? Very clear! Thanks for sharing your thoughts too!
Hey where did you find it for your runner? I have same year runner
Great upgrade! I own a 2014 Tundra (bought new) and within a year or ownership I did a similar upgrade, I was amazed at the difference in the sound quality for not a lot of money. It mystifies me that Toyota still uses such marginal drivers and amplifiers on their so called "premium" JBL systems,. When you take out the factory speakers and amp and compare the build quality to aftermarket you realize that paying extra for the premium system is not worth it.
Thanks for sharing!
Awesome meeting you today!!
You all as well!!!! Thank you for taking the time to say hello!
Forget the naysayer below. That guy's an ass. Purchased after watching your video, and it's well worth the money. Thanks for the easy to follow install video, and accurate review of what to expect. I absolutely hear a clearer sound, however the box works.
Appreciate the follow up bro!
Installed mine today. 🎉
Heck yes! Enjoy it man!!!!!
definitely worth a look. i wanted to go full Alpine so i skipped the JBL from dealer
Hey Jon, love the video! ill have to look into this for my 22 limited :) Ive been listening to audiobooks at 40 or 50 volume which is ridiculous! did ya see Icon dropped their 6in lift finally?? :D
I did yes !
I installed mine after watching your video. The sound improvement was definitely noticeable. I recorded db meter before and after at volume level 20 and 30 and the sound quality was improved across the entire broadband
Hi John, I just picked up my new Tacoma a week ago, and I saw this video on the plug and play amp you did in the Tundra. I have the JBL audio on my Tacoma, but it doesn’t sound near as good as the JBL I had in my 2022 Tacoma. I have the TRD Off-Road upgrade package on my Tacoma but haven’t found an amp in it anywhere. How watts was the best sonic amp you put in the Tundra, and would you be able to use that on the Tacoma with the JBL
I just installed it, the sound quality is little better but not what I was expecting. I am going to return it and get a better amp.
Sorry dude
🔥🔥Thanks for sharing this! Does it work on 22 4runner orp? and wondered if you would do a installation video on it as well?
It should. Check out the availble vehicles on their site via the link. Install should be the same plug and play. I have removed the head unit on my 4R several times too.
Any chance you can get a new discount code? Current doesn’t work. Thanks!
Just what I was looking for. I don't mind the sound system in my Tundra, but it was a little quiet. I find myself maxing out the volume a little too often. I don't care if it increases the sound quality, but I just want a little extra volume.
Hey, did you install this and did it improve the volume? I have the same problem. Don’t care much about sound quality but volume is always to the max when driving with all the windows down so I want more volume
Both my dash speakers in my 4Runner are blown and I was going to just upgrade speakers I have the amps already but it was going to be $1500 to do it. This might be the better option. Might have to try this.
Blew one dash speaker. Went ahead and replaced both dash and front doors (cheaper that way the way they came) and audio quality went down significantly. The speakers are so quiet. Quality JL speakers but the tech told me a lot of times with oem systems (I have the JBL) aftermarket doesn’t like to cooperate so it’s best to upgrade everything. Not sure if this pertains but just want to tell you before buying new speakers!
Just leave the eq in the middle jon no need to mess up with the eq engineers already eq the system the best way for the ear to pick good quality sound with computer and RTA MIC! On my 2024 tundra I don’t even do nothing on the eq and sounds beautiful! Also use the surround thing it emphasized better the vocals thats why always buy your music with iTunes with high quality
Not sure about this one. Some like more base and less treble. An auto eq function would be best to describe what you are talking about though
@@TRDJon very much all the systems we buy this days are eq the best way for the ear! I am not saying nothing bad on what you added on your truck! The best way to eq a system is getting a audio processor like the one people use for live sound! Not sure if it there a good digital processors for cars just yet. Is actually you get better sound when using a professional processor! Cause what it does is clean the sound for better details for the ears!
By the way I like your tundra!
Understood! Thank you so much man!
Need to set the gains correctly that's why the volume is higher at lower settings.
I have a 24 tundra with the premium audio up grade on my SR5 TRD Sport I have the non jbl sysemt. I was wondering if it's worth getting
Thanks for the video. Any updates on a new discount code? Current code does not work.
Does this provide a line out if I wanted an additional aftermarket amp/sub combo?
Followed your video and install was easy. Thank you! However, I do notice the stereo is louder now but my subwoofer sounds not as dominant. Anyway to get the subwoofer to hit harder?
did you check your settings to make sure the sub wasn't turned down? Like your bass?
@@TRDJon yeh the bass is turned all the way up. I can hear the sub. It just didn’t get any more dominant for sure. I was hoping for more of a boost in overall bass and sound and it was very minimal besides volume.
Did this make any difference on the subwoofer itself? Mine has almost no output even visibly it diesnt really move all the bass comes from the front door speakers and i dont really like that
This is a 4 channel amp. So is this just feeding more power to the speakers in the doors only?
hi i have 2022 highlander platinum i cant controll volume from the factory jbl radio unit for apps other than youtube ,,is there any fix for that
Anything like that for 2016's Tundra platinum
Just subscribed to your channel, great content! Where is the link to your subs?
Thanks for the sub! The sub came with the truck
@@TRDJon ahh gotcha! Do you have any content for us folks who'd like to add subs in our Tundra. TIA
I don't my friend. Im sorry.
The fact you listen to Andy Frisella 🙌
Heck yea bro!
All i did to improve was turn off the "surround" mode, that separates the mids from the highs straight to the tweeters
That helps
So does this enhance the Pro system?
after having it in your truck for a few months now, is this still running well? I have been told to be cautious with something like this since it is pushing factory speakers harder than they were originally intended to be run.
Yea I’ve personally have had no issues
Same product work with previous gen tundra? I have a 21 limited with JBL. It definitely needs help.
check the link in the description 👍🏼 they have all compatible Toyota there with that link
Have you had issues with bass distorting at higher volumes? Or blowing any speakers?
No I haven’t. I usually keep it under 15 for volume
Will this fit the 2024 tacoma trd sport?
Dang, the discount code doesn't work on the PA2T1K for the 2014-2019 Toyota 4Runner. 😟
Let me get with them. It should.
Does this work for non JBL system? I have the base sr5 stereo system and really am looking to upgrade the sound in mine
If you follow the link it will have compatible vehicles on the site.
are those rca outputs?
Where i can find the harness??
I'm at usually 40 with windows down What does 40 sound like?
@Trdjon. Did u do this to your 23 Tacoma? Thx
I did not but it works with it as well
@@TRDJonwill this amp work with the oem jbl head unit in my 2023 Tacoma trd pro?
Does it come with the harness?
Yes, it comes with everything you need to install
Hello sir excellent review. How/where do I get the discount code?
Thanks! Discount has expired unfortuenetly.
For those who installed this unit, I'm interested in whether the Gain Adjustment was left at the factory setting of 50%. I watched Beat-Sonic's own vid where it was installed on a 2023 Tundra with JBL (same as mine), and the Beat-Sonic tech who installed it determined that the Gain needed to be turned down just a bit. I'm presuming that at 50% there was some amount of distortion at higher volumes. What is the experience of others at higher volumes ?
Fwiw ... I set mine to 45% front and 55% rear. While there was a difference - the treble and mid range were def clearer, and the bass had more punch, the sounds were not as clean as I had hoped, which I attribute to the speakers not the Beat-Sonic processor.
Is the volume overall louder? When I am riding with all the windows down, the stock JBL isn't loud enough.
Yes it is louder at a lower volume.
@@TRDJon I greatly appreciate the response. I’ll keep searching for a solution. Great content and interaction with your viewers!
I wonder if you can install it through the top access instead of removing the head unit
You can try. I did try but wasn’t successful.
@@TRDJon what caused you to be unsuccessful?
Just filming and not feeling like I had enough room
Is there a new code?
Do your windows rattle bad with the base jbl when open at all
The plastic in the doors do yes.
@@TRDJon any update on the window rattle at highway speeds yet from 5k service. I found my door rattled a little near front just put a little extra rubber behind the seal and body frame and it stopped
Love the truck but coming from a Lexus gx460 there are a lot of little sounds and not as solid
There is no place to put the discount code when going through the order process
2022 tundra update passenger door noise fixed. door needed adjustment Used Too sound exactly like yours.
What did they do for adjustment?
@@TRDJon They adjusted the catch for the latch p.s We'll be going back for the rear passenger door to be adjusted as well. No sound issues just the gap is off compared to driver's side
TRD JON have you put this in your taco? thinking about doing this for mine thanks
I did something similar yes. Carlinkit
@@TRDJon do you happen to have a link for it?
bit.ly/3LWw59L
Wish I could find if this would work on the smaller SR5 unit
Did you check their site?
@TRDjon , I did but vague answer. I'll order and try to follow up
Message them if possible. I’m sure it will work though. They have JBL and non variants so I assume the screen doesn’t matter
Soesthiswork with the 24 tacoma trd sport. Should be same infotainment unit (14in)
Working on doing it with mine. Video coming soon.
@@TRDJon Cheers Jon! I got the Underground too. Blacked out methods and 34's on a 1.5 inch collar. Getting my Tints tomorrow. Ordered the AI box and Screen covers too... Almost there (yeah right..)
Can we get another promo code?
Why is that tray plugged in. Am I missing something in mine
The one above the radio? It’s for a 12V outlet
I never looked🤔
any issues with hand-free after upgrade?
No issues at all
Which truck version is that , doesnt look like the Trd pro
Platinum
Just watch your video discount code doesn't work has it expired?
I just purchased one for my 2023 Tundra! TRDJON20 save me cash - thank you... call me TRD Ron! Look forward to elevated sound as I love my music when driving!
I installed the amp today. It took me 1 hour and I was taking my time and adjusting the gain ensuring I didn’t mess up. Love the fact you can do this by yourself and it does sound better. I will get a better feel for how good as I use my truck this coming week.
@@Minjoemanhow do you like it so far?
I am happy I did it. My wife can tell the difference too. I set it at 75% gain and the played with trebble and base to my liking.
For something you can do yourself it was worth it.
@@rminjoeperfect thank you! Just ordered
@@rminjoeis it 75% gain with the line at 3 o'clock, or would 75% be more like 1 o'clock?
Where can i get this in Canada?
put it in my 2023 trd pro now my cameras don't work any suggestions?
Any fix?
Did you figure it out?
@@trailrunningguymines work perfectly with that amp. Idk what happened to that guy.
Did you notice much difference? I'm fine with loudness and bass, but would love better clarity. On the fence on whether to snag one or not. Thanks@@CZcamsAnthony
@@trailrunningguyI noticed with the mids and highs. It should have come with this from the factory. I think it’s great. Get it and if you don’t like it(slim chance lol) then just return it. Well worth the investment.
Has anyone found a CD player that can be used on a 2023 Sequoia. I know, old school but I miss my CD player and my thousands of CD's.
The question is how dirty the amp is. The thd percentage is what matters, as if the power is dirty, it’s not worth it.
wil this work on the non JBL tundras
They have a version too for that
@@TRDJon also would you say the jbl upgrade is a must have? or example over the panoramic sunroof?
I’d say it’s easier to add better speakers to a vehicle than it is a moon roof
You know?
@@TRDJon good point
Can you try it in the 4runner too for the OG followers?
I can’t unfortunately. I don’t have the OEM speakers in it.
What kind of speakers do you have any Bose
JBL
@@TRDJon unlimited wattage
Is the code still working?
It’s not. Lemme update. Sorry.
Great review. Does the code still work? I'm having trouble with it.
I have a 2023 SR5 non-JBL. Is it worth installing?
For me it is
@@TRDJonfinally bought one
@@carrow2250how is it?
@@stevieray1828 I’m not sure if it stopped working or not but now it doesn’t seem much louder. I have the gain turned almost all the way up. Maybe I need to pop the dash back off and check the connections etc. If I had the time and money I’d just upgrade my speakers and get a good amplifier.
@@carrow2250 maybe try disconnecting for a little bit and see if you can notice any difference.
what the hell is the discount code..?
There is no such thing as a "magic box" in car audio. Install, time alignment, and EQ are what really matters.
Spending hours vs doing one simple thing 😅 not worth it
installed this in my 4runner and it is like night and day.. unless you buy one and try it you have no experience to back up what you're saying
@@Pneuma3301 If you've never heard a system with proper Install, time alignment, and EQ, you have no experience to back up what you're saying
@@tvrift no one is claiming this amp is better than a full system upgrade but it is an upgrade to the stock system and you who has zero experience with it is basically claiming it's snake oil like the people who have experience with them have a false sense of reality.. you comment is 100% irrelevant with zero experience with the product..
@Dently80085 This is just my personal experience. I am into strongly into Hardcore genres since 17 im 44 now. Machine gun fire double bass is so important to me. I recently bought a 23 Tundra TRD Hybrid crew cab. I dint mean to get to personal but its hard to follow your suggestion because i have a TBI. I have been told that the bass im looking for the average consumer isn't going to be satisfied with the JBL package and even before my truck cane that i ordered my sales men suggested to get the the JBL because the stock would just tick me off, so I'm saving for the after market.. I justI could have🎉 someone to help me at Toyota to tweak it but im looking at 3k to drop on a system so im pretty bummed. I have a pretty brutal T.B.I. thats only getting worse with age. I just know I'll screw up even with your guidance
I got mine for sale for 200 shipped bucks if anyone wants to buy it. I'm trading in my truck for a diesel i only used it for a week.
Still got it?
@@jacobriggle4533 yessir still do
Contact info? I’m on some of the fb tundra pages
You still have it for sale?
@@jimmyhusejnovic1976 yes
JBL is like music coming from a big room. I do not like JBL's, - OK system. Toyota uses the cheapest speakers in every vehicle. Removing panels is so fun. How easy to tear part everything. small hit and your car get total :/
I know you have replaced your 4runner speakers. What do you think? This device can improve the sound quality or replacing only speakers or new speakers and this device ? Please share.
also this has RCA output so its possible to connect the subwoofer and amplifier .
Your discount code doesn’t work.
honestly i love jbl but some people dont like cuase the rattle is annoying and i agree cuase may rav4 trd 2023 annoying rattle i dont know if the jbl or the toyota build cuase the build from canada is suck sorry for my words but the reality the build of canada
Your code isn’t valid !
Try now. They just fixed it
@@TRDJon Seems like discount code is no longer working. Anyway to fix?
Annnnddd warranty voided.
🤦🏻♂️
This is like saying the warranty will be avoided for adding sound deadening. This is a completely reversable pass through device.
$299. For that amp…. I would rather buy an Orion and wire that for way less, and still have so,e ,only left over for speakers.
You basically just installed a volume knob inside the dash you can't access. An amplifier just makes signal loud.
Without some sort of DSP yo rebuild the garbage signal Toyotas notoriously produce this is a waste of money.
Yet it works and I can tell a clear difference in sound quality, So for me it was worth it.
@@TRDJon it's playing at a higher volume. Turn the gain down on the amp and listen again.
Then how come when I turned the volume up before it was as clear? Honestly tryng to understand
@@TRDJon there is a lot of placebo effect in audiophilia.
There is a slight chance the drivers in the were underpowered, but the designers usually match them up well.
The only way to truly gauge the difference would be to volume match the before and after and listen. Loudness severely effects out ability to judge sound quality.
@@VulgrDisplayinstead of crying over it might as well make a video and counter his video lol you have a CZcams channel 😅 typing about it makes it seem a redditor