Well, I did it

"If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent" (essextee)
12/29/2016 at 12:52 • Filed to: None

After deciding that my jammed cd changer was unsalvageable, I pulled the trigger on a bluetooth adapter kit. It plugs into the DSP amp right where the changer used to. For the money I paid, this can’t possibly NOT work, right?

DISCUSSION (8)

atrombs > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
12/29/2016 at 12:55

Those boxes are great! I had a Grom box in my 98 Accord. Worked perfectly, and even still kept the functionality of the steering wheel buttons. It even included a little microphone so I could go totally hands free. I forgot exactly how much it cost, but it was worth every cent.

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > atrombs
12/29/2016 at 12:58

The problem is that I have a BMW with the DSP sound system, which is notoriously uncooperative with aftermarket audio equipment. The box I ordered claims it’s DSP friendly, so I can only hope it works.

Dusty Ventures > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
12/29/2016 at 13:06

I have one of those in my Outback and it’s fantastic

Takuro Spirit > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
12/29/2016 at 13:10

I have some janky Chinese box I paid $80 for, and it’s worked great for over a year now. Pairs up fast, mic is clear when making calls, etc.

Only think I wish it did was allow me to answer and hang up on calls via the steering wheel buttons like it SAID it would.

atrombs > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
12/29/2016 at 14:09

Oh yeah. I can’t really give you any feedback on compatibility on BMW’s, but the customer service was pretty great too, so I would imagine you’ll be in good hands. On a side note, my experience was so good I recently got a friend to get one for her CR-V. She loves it too.

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > Takuro Spirit
12/29/2016 at 14:42

My main concern is that mine is mounted in the trunk where the amp is. I’m worried the BT signal won’t be strong enough through the seats and sound deadening.

facw > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
12/29/2016 at 16:12

I have one in my S40. It works well, but I can’t shake the feeling it costs about five times as much as it should...

jkm7680 > Takuro Spirit
12/29/2016 at 16:33

I’m pretty sure they just lie about that to try and make you justify purchasing their products.

I bought one for my A6 “WORKS WITH FACTORY SW CONTROLS.” But it didn’t.