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Polaris ranger 1500 sound system options

Clubin

Clubin

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What are you guys in the states seeing for sound options. Nothing here. But my current 20 ranger crew ultimate has the compleat MB Quart sound system including the 10” sub and all the amps. I bought it all and added it. Sounds great. I’d like the equivalent in my new one. But none to be found. Unless the ultimate comes with all of it?
 
I am not aware of any after market solutions. There is the Polaris JBL upgrade, you have in the link that adds a couple of speakers in headliner and a sub. I believe that brings it to the same system Northstar xpedition has. I am not much of a radio snob, and have no intention of adding it. With the quiet of the XD, I can hear tunes just fine and don’t see a need. Sounds great to me and I don‘t need to crank volume up to hear well. The Back seat may be another story, but when I have people in with me, I don’t usually have music on anyway so we can talk.
 
I believe that’s all there is for the sound system upgrade. I remember my dealer asking me if I wanted to add it since the new system for the XD’s no longer have the sub under the passenger seat. Which I didn’t like losing that storage in my xp1000 so I opted out back then.
 
I sent Rockford fosgate a email. See if they have anything in the works. I had a Rockford system in my 16 rzr turbo. It was awesome!
 
The JBL audio upgrade is the only one available that I know of. Based on how the base unit sounds in the Ultimate it would be the way to go. What sucks is they want $1100 for 2 speakers and a sub. The Expedition Ultimate came standard with this, why didn't this machine come standard with at least a 4-speaker system? One would think for almost $50K you should get a stereo as least as good as one found on the cheapest cars made.
 
Big Red said:
The JBL audio upgrade is the only one available that I know of. Based on how the base unit sounds in the Ultimate it would be the way to go. What sucks is they want $1100 for 2 speakers and a sub. The Expedition Ultimate came standard with this, why didn't this machine come standard with at least a 4-speaker system? One would think for almost $50K you should get a stereo as least as good as one found on the cheapest cars made.
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I know. Been wondering that myself. It’s Polaris flagship SxS.
 
I’m still waiting. Back in stock in August. Unless any one knows of another kit.
 
I was at my dealer last Friday and they said they have only received 2 of the 6 that they have on order. It's been a while since they received any. I kind of want it but the $1100 and the pain in the ass install has been holding me back. I guess it doesn't matter much since I couldn't get one even if I was willing to pull the trigger.
 
Been told August as well. My plow control shift knob has arrived. But not taking the time to take the machine in to have that completed until the stereo system is in. At this point I’ve already paid for mine, and it was long enough now, that I consider the $1100 gone, and going to have it installed.
 
Spoke with my dealer today, they have received 2 rear stereo systems. Unfortunately, I’m further on the list due to purchasing time. But it sounds like they’re starting to arrive at dealers.
 
I been looking at the JL audio head unit and speakers. Why do you got to go with JBL stuff that is made for Polaris and low grade. You can get a box under the passenger seat for the sub and get you JL audio Wake speakers with a good powerful amp. I am sure will treat you much better than any JBL plug and play. Does anyone know if that head unit will fit in the Polaris.
 
brent said:
I been looking at the JL audio head unit and speakers. Why do you got to go with JBL stuff that is made for Polaris and low grade. You can get a box under the passenger seat for the sub and get you JL audio Wake speakers with a good powerful amp. I am sure will treat you much better than any JBL plug and play. Does anyone know if that head unit will fit in the Polaris.
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And in there lies the million-dollar question, can you find the right parts to integrate with the Ride Command without causing a bunch of problems or spending a fortune to figure it out. Personally, I would just like to have 2 more speakers in the rear that are as good as the front.
 
The Polaris you we got got cup holders and no stereo. I think that’s the way to go. Now we can rip the cup holders out and put in JL audio speakers. This is the link. Check it out.

UTV Stereo | Polaris Ranger 1500 Parts

The #1 Stereo Installer in the UTV Industry. UTV Stereo is a bolt on parts and accessories dealer. From quality insurance rebuilds to full custom UTV builds, we've got you covered.
www.utvstereo.com www.utvstereo.com

It was a little expensive but clean and good quality.
 
I was able to purchase one of the Polaris upgrade kits from my dealer but have decided not to install. I will sell it for 900 if anyone's interested.
 
brent said:
The Polaris you we got got cup holders and no stereo. I think that’s the way to go. Now we can rip the cup holders out and put in JL audio speakers. This is the link. Check it out.

UTV Stereo | Polaris Ranger 1500 Parts

The #1 Stereo Installer in the UTV Industry. UTV Stereo is a bolt on parts and accessories dealer. From quality insurance rebuilds to full custom UTV builds, we've got you covered.
www.utvstereo.com www.utvstereo.com

It was a little expensive but clean and good quality.
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If I had no stereo this might be an option. I already have the Ride Command which is my stereo and is decent but not great. I would like it to be better but have no desire to try to figure out how to integrate all these components into my existing set-up. For me the juice just isn't worth the squeeze.
 
Big Red said:
If I had no stereo this might be an option. I already have the Ride Command which is my stereo and is decent but not great. I would like it to be better but have no desire to try to figure out how to integrate all these components into my existing set-up. For me the juice just isn't worth the squeeze.
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ATV STEREO has the wire harness to connect to an amp not expensive.
 
Here's a complete kit from UTV Stereo. Kinda pricy but seems to be complete with everything you need for a thumpin system. Not really my cup of tea, but the younger crowd may like it.
 

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