Planning the system upgrade.
The build for my Subaru WRX STi stereo upgrade was simple. My installer, Frank, and I wanted the new system to play as true-to-life as possible throughout the volume spectrum. We also wanted it to be an “everyday build,” so I could fit two amplifiers and a subwoofer into the trunk without gobbling up too much room. This car is my daily driver, and I still needed to fit things like luggage and grocery bags.
I already had the Kenwood DDX9903S in place, which is a great platform to build off of. I’m an Android user, so I had to have a touchscreen with Android Auto built-in to ensure I could access my Spotify and TIDAL playlists, as well as navigation platforms like Google Maps and Waze. I also wanted the ability to control the system with voice commands, so I don’t have to remove my hands from the steering wheel or shift knob while driving.