Dolby center speaker

Steve440 · Jan 20th, 2018, 10:09

Is it possible to fit a Dolby center seaker to a standard dash top?

C70 98 · Jan 20th, 2018, 12:38

The dash top is different for Dolby systems, there is a hole for the centre speaker, of course one could cut a hole in the dash, but how aesthetic the result would be is another matter.

ITSv40 · Jan 20th, 2018, 13:17

The dash is different, so you would need to get a dash top with the speaker already fitted. Also, the head unit needs to be capable of supporting the Dolby system as the dash top speaker is controlled independently to the other ones.

Steve440 · Jan 20th, 2018, 16:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by ITSv40

The dash is different, so you would need to get a dash top with the speaker already fitted. Also, the head unit needs to be capable of supporting the Dolby system as the dash top speaker is controlled independently to the other ones.

Thanks for the replies, I figured the dash looked different with a recess in it. I've got the right head unit SC 901.

DunkinBiskits · Jan 20th, 2018, 21:48

one will pop up on a breaker car. Maybe Minty or somebody has one to hand. Most common on the C70s, not many S and Vs got them besides the Rs

Stumo · Jan 21st, 2018, 04:25

There was a write up on a site a while back, detailing putting a speaker in, as I remember it was quite involved. It might have been on this site, Swedespeed or MVS. It had great pictures -hopefully the pictures are still accessible, but involved cutting, fibreglassing and all kinds of shenanigans.

rogerb · Jan 24th, 2018, 01:03

Even if you have the sc901 head unit, you will need the Dolby processing unit and mountings for it. Big silver box between radio and heater, with one thick lead on it.
Also make sure you get the speaker wire loom for it. To save hassle.
Check the speaker very carefully. It is a odd type with the coil above the cone. The early ones have a tendency for the magnet to come off, and a lot of them are damaged so the coil rubs when in use or just plain burnt out.
I have fitted one in my V70R along with a C70 Amplifier and C70 speakers.
The SC901 is a good sounding unit if you have a fully working one. It was a high quality unit at the time , but a good Alpine or similar radio will sound better, as long as you get one with a processer to drive the central speaker. Twenty years of progress, even with the same amp , As I have tried , but the Volvo one looks better.

HenryPerez48 · Jan 24th, 2018, 16:43

The best way to do it would be to have a fiberglass mold made for the center speaker and paint that to match either your exterior vehicle color or have it trimmed in material similar to your dash.

You could always go for a big upgrade an do the complete system with a high end aftermarket system if you want a significant improvement in sound quality.

DunkinBiskits · Jan 24th, 2018, 20:18

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Originally Posted by HenryPerez48

The best way to do it would be to have a fiberglass mold made for the center speaker and paint that to match either your exterior vehicle color or have it trimmed in material similar to your dash.

You could always go for a big upgrade an do the complete system with a high end aftermarket system if you want a significant improvement in sound quality.

...or just hang fire and wait for an OE one to pop up. And they will, eventually.

Steve440 · Jan 24th, 2018, 21:23

Think I'll shelve this idea for now lots of other things I need to do!

Jan 20th, 2018, 10:09	#1
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ITSv40 VOC Member Last Online: Today 17:44 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Northampton	The dash is different, so you would need to get a dash top with the speaker already fitted. Also, the head unit needs to be capable of supporting the Dolby system as the dash top speaker is controlled independently to the other ones. __________________ 2001 V40 2.0lt Sport lux - Daily Driver. 174k miles. 2003 C70 2.4 GT Convertible - Garage Queen. 65k miles. http://www.neptuno6benagil.com

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Stumo Member Last Online: Dec 30th, 2023 01:00 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Christchurch/ New Zealand	There was a write up on a site a while back, detailing putting a speaker in, as I remember it was quite involved. It might have been on this site, Swedespeed or MVS. It had great pictures -hopefully the pictures are still accessible, but involved cutting, fibreglassing and all kinds of shenanigans. __________________ S70 '98 Auto Factory Fitted CNG Bi-Fuel 2.4 10v '”It’s a what??”

Jan 24th, 2018, 21:23	#10
Steve440 Quicksilver Last Online: Yesterday 19:21 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Brixham, Devon View Photos By: Steve440	Think I'll shelve this idea for now lots of other things I need to do! __________________ 98 V70 R fwd auto, RICA 310, strut brace. 113k owned since 2007. Soon to be recommissioned. 05 Range Rover Sport Tdv6 HSE. Current project. 99 BMW Z3, 30k owned from new.

Jan 20th, 2018, 12:38	#2
C70 98 Member Last Online: Jul 20th, 2021 20:51 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Middle part of Volvo country	The dash top is different for Dolby systems, there is a hole for the centre speaker, of course one could cut a hole in the dash, but how aesthetic the result would be is another matter.

Jan 24th, 2018, 01:03	#7
rogerb Lets take it to bits Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2023 09:01 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Near Wellingborough	Even if you have the sc901 head unit, you will need the Dolby processing unit and mountings for it. Big silver box between radio and heater, with one thick lead on it. Also make sure you get the speaker wire loom for it. To save hassle. Check the speaker very carefully. It is a odd type with the coil above the cone. The early ones have a tendency for the magnet to come off, and a lot of them are damaged so the coil rubs when in use or just plain burnt out. I have fitted one in my V70R along with a C70 Amplifier and C70 speakers. The SC901 is a good sounding unit if you have a fully working one. It was a high quality unit at the time , but a good Alpine or similar radio will sound better, as long as you get one with a processer to drive the central speaker. Twenty years of progress, even with the same amp , As I have tried , but the Volvo one looks better.

Jan 24th, 2018, 16:43	#8
HenryPerez48 New Member Last Online: Apr 14th, 2018 00:00 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: CA	The best way to do it would be to have a fiberglass mold made for the center speaker and paint that to match either your exterior vehicle color or have it trimmed in material similar to your dash. You could always go for a big upgrade an do the complete system with a high end aftermarket system if you want a significant improvement in sound quality.

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