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#106 of 121 Re: Mazda Speed3 GT sound system defect [szelc] by 67cuda Jun 10, 2008 (8:36 am)
Replying to: szelc (Jun 10, 2008 8:28 am) My problem with the bass cutting out was solved with a new head unit. It took 3 weeks for the new head unit to arrive, but took an hour for the install. No problems since.
#107 of 121 feedback with aux input while charging by mixwell Jun 19, 2008 (5:36 pm)
I know this has been a problem for many or us and I have tried to read up on all the past threads in this forum and others. My 2008 Mazda 3 S touring continues to throw feedback whenever I use the aux input and try to charge the ipod via the 12volt. I have yet to read/hear about a reasonable solution to this problem. I've read about the "ground loop isolator", but not heard about anyone actually having any success with it. I think my next move is to purchase the "Audio Link iPod Integration Kit for Mazda" from http://www.therpmstore.com/product_info.php?cPath=25&products_id=142   Can anyone comment on this product and let me know if it's worth it!?!?   Thanks so much in advance.
#108 of 121 Re: Mazda Speed3 GT sound system defect [szelc] by virwill Jun 21, 2008 (7:45 am)
Replying to: szelc (Jun 10, 2008 8:28 am) I am so glad I found this chat. I bought the 1/2 year upgrade Mazda3 iTouring 4-door with the basic cd/6-speaker setup, and have been having serious problems with bass boost as well as dropoff. Even with the ALC off and bass set to zero, the volume jumps at the 35 setting, as though a loudness switch was turned on -- but it's a slightly different tone than if the volume is lower but ALC is turned to 1, say. The bass then sometimes jumps in -- it booms -- and out if I speed up or slow slightly. What's really odd is that when I slow down from highway speed to, say, 20 mph, the bass booms again, then falls off dramatically as I come to a stop. Thanks for the heads-up in this and other posts; I'll take it in the dealer post haste. Replies to this message: szelc (Jul 02, 2008 8:57 pm) alkesh (Jul 12, 2008 3:49 pm) roadburner (Jul 12, 2008 7:00 pm) danielwollmann (Jul 12, 2008 10:37 pm)
#109 of 121 mp3 adapter needed for my 3i by mazdabuyer08 Jun 28, 2008 (8:30 am)
I have a new 2008.5 3i touring value edition. The car has an adapter to play an mp3 player. I have a zen mp3 player from creative. It came with an adapter that has a bigger end and a smaller end. It seems the adapter I need has to have two bigger ends. One to fit in the ear phone jack of the player and the other to fit into the care adapter.   Does anyone know what I need so I can search for it online? THX Replies to this message: idol767 (Jun 28, 2008 1:04 pm)
#110 of 121 Re: mp3 adapter needed for my 3i [mazdabuyer08] by idol767 Jun 28, 2008 (1:04 pm)
Replying to: mazdabuyer08 (Jun 28, 2008 8:30 am) I use a mini stereo cable in my 2008.5 3s Touring Hatch. It has a 1/8 inch plug on each end, one for the headphone jack, and one for the input jack in the arm rest. It works fine for my cheap Sandisk MP3 player. You should be able to find one at your local Walmart, Target or Radio Shack. Here's an example:   Adapter cable example
#111 of 121 Audio Link issues with my Ipod by mixwell Jun 28, 2008 (4:38 pm)
So, I decided to get the Audio Link iPod Integration Kit for my 08 Mazda 3 S Touring 5dr. Removing the HU was easy and plugging in the Audio Link into the "appropriate" aux input was a cinch. HOWEVER, all it does is charge my ipod!?!? When I try pushing the Media button on the HU, nothing happens, as if it does not recognize any connection. I also tried hitting the CD button twice, and that also does nothing more than start my CD. My concern is that b/c I only have a single, in-dash CD player, the Audio Link is not compatible. I plan on calling Dave or Donny at Audio Link on Monday to get some help . . . BUT I am anxious to fix this and would love to get it done ASAP. Any ideas!?!?!?!?!?!?   -m
#112 of 121 Re: Mazda Speed3 GT sound system defect [virwill] by szelc Jul 02, 2008 (8:57 pm)
Replying to: virwill (Jun 21, 2008 7:45 am) It's great to get a positive response to my post on correcting the Mazda 3 stereo volume problems. I sure hope your Mazda dealership was as quick and easy to work with as Maple Shade Mazda NJ. I'm giving them another thumps-up for treating me like an intelligent woman, listening to my concerns and really checking into the problem. I encourage all my fellow Mazda 3 owners to speak up and get the replacement radio you deserve. Thanks and good luck. Replies to this message: alkesh (Jul 12, 2008 3:49 pm) roadburner (Jul 12, 2008 7:00 pm) danielwollmann (Jul 12, 2008 10:37 pm)
#113 of 121 Re: Mazda Speed3 GT sound system defect [szelc] by alkesh Jul 12, 2008 (3:49 pm)
Replying to: szelc (Jul 02, 2008 8:57 pm) Hi Guys, I am thinking of buying Mazda3 4-door s-grand touring in about a month. I was thinking about getting the Bose premium sound option. But is it really worth it? I know that Bose is the best but I personally don't have any experience with neither Bose nor mazda. Would it just be better to have it installed at an audio shop? Any other suggestion are welcome. Replies to this message: roadburner (Jul 12, 2008 7:00 pm) danielwollmann (Jul 12, 2008 10:37 pm)
#114 of 121 Re: Mazda Speed3 GT sound system defect [alkesh] by roadburner Jul 12, 2008 (7:00 pm)
Replying to: alkesh (Jul 12, 2008 3:49 pm) I know that Bose is the best   Only about one in 2,000,000,000,000 audiophiles would agree with that statement. Seriously. That said, I have the Bose system in my MS3 GT, but only because: 1. I didn't have any choice in the matter; to get Xenons and the OBC I had to take the Bose, and 2. I don't intend to keep the sled any longer than 1-2 years at the most. I'd say bring an iPod and/or some favorite CDs to your dealer and audition both systems. Only you can decide if the Bose "upgrade" is worth the extra money.
#115 of 121 Re: Mazda Speed3 GT sound system defect [alkesh] by danielwollmann Jul 12, 2008 (10:37 pm)
Replying to: alkesh (Jul 12, 2008 3:49 pm) If you don't need the other items in the package I reccomend you to buy an aftermarket sound and be happy. The Bose quality in the Mazda system is crappy.

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