2022 RST TAHOE missing Bose Subwoofer?

[RST_FRED22]

I just noticed my 2022 Tahoe is missing the Bose Subwoofer. Anyone know if this was a upgrade option or did i just get screwed?

 

[Chad G 1979]

If you had the bose sound system, i think it would have the subwoofer included. Id talk to your dealer and find out whats going on and if it is missing item they should get it ordered and installed for you.

 

[Coronado126]

I have a 22 RST as well. I actually think the system is quite good. The bass on mine hits very hard but I also have it maxed out too in the settings.

I did notice there are 2 different Bose systems available though. A 9 speaker and 10 speaker system. I don't know what exactly the differences are between the two. Mine is the 9 speaker system.

 

[RST_FRED22]

I have a 22 RST as well. I actually think the system is quite good. The bass on mine hits very hard but I also have it maxed out too in the settings.

I did notice there are 2 different Bose systems available though. A 9 speaker and 10 speaker system. I don't know what exactly the differences are between the two. Mine is the 9 speaker system.

Yeah mine is the 9 speaker as well and there's hardly any bass. I find myself lowering the bass since it sounds pretty bad, i traded in a 2018 Z71 for this and that trucks Bose system was amazing. I feel like i upgraded truck but downgraded Bose systems

 

[selectsplat]

Not 100% sure, but I think the difference between the 9 way and 10 way Bose audio IS the subwoofer. I have the 10 way Bose, and it hits pretty hard.

 

[Brand0n]

I wonder if you could upgrade the 9 and add the sub to it easily?

 

[robgreg75]

Mine has the 9 speaker system and the bass is decent for factory, I don't even think to upgrade it. I did add a sub in my 2010 though, the factory bose was almost nothing for bass.

 

[mikeyss]

I believe the 9 speaker Bose doesn't have the center speaker in the middle of the dash. It also gets a different amp which is why the bass sounds lackluster.

 

[vwfast]

According to Bose the 9 and 10 speaker both have a Richbass woofer. This link outlines the differences between the 9 and 10 speaker systems.

Tahoe | Bose Automotive

automotive.bose.com

 

[Spacewrangler]

The 10 speaker Bose system adds the center channel dash. On both the 9 and 10 there is a very small down firing subwoofer in the center console, directly below the wireless charging pad. If you remove some of the trim on the driver-side center console you can see it. Hoping that JL or Kicker comes out with a stealth box to fit in the rear cargo area.

 

[SSGUNNER]

Where is the sub located? Now im curious of checking mine lol. Granted i do feel the bass is low so i adjusted that and it better than the factory settings it comes with. Mine is a 21 9 speaker.

 

[BigRedRST]

Where can I access the line out ports to connect a sub in the rear? Can I leave the factory center console sub connected and add an additional sub in the back? Or do I need to disconnect it? I haven't seen any good videos or guides on where people are running the cables

 

[kerlyb]

Where can I access the line out ports to connect a sub in the rear? Can I leave the factory center console sub connected and add an additional sub in the back? Or do I need to disconnect it? I haven't seen any good videos or guides on where people are running the cables

My 2022 Tahoe Bose Audio Mods

Like many of you, when I get a new car/truck I am compelled to do something to it. So I researched this forum and found all the threads on upgrading the Bose Audio system. Some people found the factory Bose system to be lacking at the subwoofer level. I found the bass to be marginal, not bad on...

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

All information you need to install sub in stock rear quarter panel is in above link. I recently did sub install in my Tahoe HC using above the info. No need to disconnect center console sub. You will need sub box, subwoofer, amp, LOC, RCA cable, amp wire kit, T harness, ANC bypass, speaker wires, & remote turn on wire. I also added sound deadening material & subwoofer remote for my install.

Sub signal is best accessed off the Bose amp...you will need T harness to do this....just plug n play. I have an extra T harness if you're interested...$60.

 

[BigRedRST]

My 2022 Tahoe Bose Audio Mods

Like many of you, when I get a new car/truck I am compelled to do something to it. So I researched this forum and found all the threads on upgrading the Bose Audio system. Some people found the factory Bose system to be lacking at the subwoofer level. I found the bass to be marginal, not bad on...

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

All information you need to install sub in stock rear quarter panel is in above link. I recently did sub install in my Tahoe HC using above the info. No need to disconnect center console sub. You will need sub box, subwoofer, amp, LOC, RCA cable, amp wire kit, T harness, ANC bypass, speaker wires, & remote turn on wire. I also added sound deadening material & subwoofer remote for my install.

Sub signal is best accessed off the Bose amp...you will need T harness to do this....just plug n play. I have an extra T harness if you're interested...$60

Nice, I'll take a look into that thread and figure out what I have that's different.

 

[BigRedRST]

Sub signal is best accessed off the Bose amp...you will need T harness to do this....just plug n play. I have an extra T harness if you're interested...$60.

Can you send me a picture or post one? Does it T off before the amp or after? The amp kills bass as volume gets high, doesn't it? I have all the other parts, but I'm considering the L2Ci thing

 

[kerlyb]

Can you send me a picture or post one? Does it T off before the amp or after? The amp kills bass as volume gets high, doesn't it? I have all the other parts, but I'm considering the L2Ci thing

 

[kerlyb]

The T harness is a simple plug n play off the Bose amp. Everything is in the harness...audio signal, 12volt, and ground. Just add a LOC and ANC bypass.

I bought mine off T-harness.com...more info on their website if you want to take a look. I have extra T harness for sale if interested....they always seem to be out of stock.

For the LOC, I went with Wavtech DQ...a step above the Wavtech Link2 in the above pic. No bass roll off with higher volume.

 

[BigRedRST]

I have one of these SNI-35 on Amazon, will it still work with your harness? If so DM me and we'll get in contact

 

[kerlyb]

I have one of these SNI-35 on Amazon, will it still work with your harness? If so DM me and we'll get in contact

I wouldn't recommend using that LOC from Amazon....you'll have to cut n splice into the factory speaker wires/harness. I'd recommend LOCs from AudiControl and Wavtech. I went with Wavetech DQ for the price, size, bass adjustments, and positive reviews on Crutchfield.

Using T harness is as simple as it gets...plug n play. See attached pic of sample setup. T harness gets you full audio signal from front speakers AND 12V source/ground for your LOC. AudioControl or Wavtech LOC will also give you amp remote turn on signal.

 

[BigRedRST]

I wouldn't recommend using that LOC from Amazon....you'll have to cut n splice into the factory speaker wires/harness. I'd recommend LOCs from AudiControl and Wavtech. I went with Wavetech DQ for the price, size, bass adjustments, and positive reviews on Crutchfield.

Using T harness is as simple as it gets...plug n play. See attached pic of sample setup. T harness gets you full audio signal from front speakers AND 12V source/ground for your LOC. AudioControl or Wavtech LOC will also give you amp remote turn on signal.
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I went ahead and just ordered the better LOC/harness combo from t-harness. Thanks for the advice!