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Old 03-12-2012, 11:11 AM
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Hey guys,
I bought a base 2011 GT, and I want to upgrade the stereo. I would like to stay stock. Is it possible to replace the base stereo with a Shaker system?

And the second part, is there a aftermarket product that is still going to look stock, give me some more power, but not cost an arm and a leg.

I have always been about the performance end of these cars, and never given much thought to the interior....so all input is welcome.

Thanks.
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Old 03-12-2012, 11:32 AM
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When you say "stereo" do you mean Head-unit or speakers, or both? Regardless, yes you can upgrade the components that make up the system and still utilize the shaker sub. I have a Kenwood DNX6160 Head-unit that is a great improvement but doesn't look stock. It's a 7" LCD touch-screen. I love it personally. If you're looking for speakers (really any sound upgrade) I suggest going to CrutchField's website and seeing what would be compatible with your model Mustang.
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Old 03-12-2012, 09:42 PM
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For the Shaker speakers, you are on your own, but I would think easily obtainable from Ebay...

As for the HU, you can hook it up to use the stock system and not its internal 50x4 amp. I do have all the parts required for that. I got imaptient waiting on Amazon and just went to Best Buy and spent more money for having them now. Havent even opened em.. hell, I didnt even open the Amazon box either.. If you are DIY and need help, let me know. you are close enough that I could get you going in about an hour on the HU.. that would include soldering and whatnot.. not a fan of splits and capping... as for the speakers, love to help.. would be fun but.. id be there learning with you. Shaker 500 was in my car when I bought it.
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Old 03-12-2012, 09:43 PM
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Which reminds me... I have a stock Shaker 500 HU too
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Old 03-12-2012, 09:46 PM
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OK, sorry.. i just keep adding stuff... These days, IMO, the best way to look stock and and not be stock is with a 7" screen. Most cars come with the option from factory to have navigation and backup cameras etc.. so seeing a screen in the DDIN is normal. That's what I did. Stuck a Pioneer bluetooth dvd player in there. Now I even got hands free calling that pairs to my Android. Just ran the wire under the dash, up the A pillar and across the top thing there. But i do have the shaker 500 HU if u need that as well. Ill never use it.
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Old 03-12-2012, 10:34 PM
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X,
Would love to take it off your hands, but I am pretty sure that your 2007 will not work in my 2011...I may be wrong, but it looks like it is a different shape.

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Well, its easy enough to find out.. plus, I dont think the guy that owned this car before me did anything but stare at it.. ive never seen a 5 year old car that looked so new.. I can't find anything that doesnt look like new. Hell it even smells new. 16k miles.. he radio has probably been touched like 5 times and used for 15 minutes..lol
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