Eclipse offers a $1,000 "Delux Sound system" option. Anybody have this? For the money, it better be a darn good system. If it's only OK, maybe I'm better off with a decent sound bar?If I don't order that option, does it at least some pre-wired for speakers?Opinions?Thanks!

I have the "deluxe" system. It's an amp above the cabinet that drives a subwoofer, and they upgrade from whatever speakers they otherwise would have used to all Sony speakers... but I don't know what comes with the basic system. I figured, if I'm ordering a new trailer, I might as well amortize the cost of all the stuff I wanted into the financed total. I don't know if they use a different model of stereo, but the stereo in mine has AM/FM, DVD, and you can select each of 3 speaker areas independently (or enable them all) for the main cabin area, the front bedroom, and the outside speakers under the awning. I think if you're watching an antenna TV feed, the audio is, by default, just coming from the TV speakers (I'll have to look again at the wiring from the TV). If you're watching a DVD or other input to the TV that goes through the stereo head unit first, you'll get the audio from the stereo, thereby playing through whatever speakers you have selected to be active.As far as Eclipse making it easy to get to all the wiring... I'll have to look closer, because, while they could have just installed easily removable panels with quick fasteners, instead they try to hide the fasteners & access & make it look like it's not a trailer... I might replace some of this stuff with quarter-turn fasteners (like Dzus fasteners) to make it easier to get to wiring & change things up down the road.I'll take a few pics of mine this evening & post them up for you to see if you can tell the difference between "deluxe" and whatever they offer as standard equipment.

Thanks. I'm not too concerned about the overall build cost (I've already decided on just about every other option), but it would drive me nuts if I paid big-$ for some low-cost chinese system. So its good to hear they at least use Sony Speakers.I don't really have a bunch of free time to spare at a dealer, so I'm trying to have all my howework done before I head in :)

The stock sound system that came with my Eclipse is a huge POS. Beware.

Here's the stereo head unit it comes with:Here's the subwoofer:Here's the amplifier:You should be able to click on any pic to see the whole set of pics where I posted a little more detail about what came with my system.Hope this helps you make a decision.

Thanks for the info. I did catch a glimpse of the Eclipse rep's post before the mod's deleted it, so that was helpful as well. Considering all of the above, I'll probably go ahead and go with the upgrade.

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qchunter
Explorer
Apr 02, 2015
My TH came with a single din unit for the radio and a separate dvd player. I plan to get a double din radio that plays dvd's in the future.
Strabo
Explorer
Mar 31, 2015
Ask Jaxclan, he has the best audio setup in a toyhauler, and it was not an option.

The system Rocks!!!
rebelmark75
Explorer
Mar 31, 2015
My 2015 32SAG came with the newer Jensen head unit with Bluetooth, but the TV they include only uses HDMI. So I can play movies with sound and no video.....I have emailed Eclipse about this issue. Just picked up the trailer a few weeks ago.
Strabo
Explorer
Apr 03, 2014
My Bose docking station is better than anything they offer as an upgrade, period.
Geno92308
Explorer
Apr 03, 2014
First off, The location of the sub as selected by eclipse/attitude is purely for ease, and not performance. No audio person would put that sub in an oversized, exterior ported "enclosure".

I left the stock system as is. I purchased a 5 channel class D amp (Rockford F), and a eq which allows two inputs. One input is from the cheap stock head unit, and the other is for an iPhone or what ever I choose. I wired an outlet for the sub inside the TH for use when watching a movie or radio inside. I use the stock speakers plus the sub. The addition of a quality amp and sub improve the overall sound quality inside. The eq allows for adjustment of the sub volume.

The same sub can be taken outside and wired to a 5 channel outside speaker outlet box (FL,FR,RL, RR, and sub). I have 4 additional kicker enclosed speakers for outdoor use (boon docking) or concert type events.

This whole system was purchased for under $600
a_dog
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
N-Trouble wrote:
a.dog wrote:

Jensen has a new model, the AWM968, that has other things you'd likely want - including Bluetooth... http://www.jensenrvdirect.com/coming-soon-am-fm-dvd-cd-usb-bluetooth-stereo.html

The 968 adds Bluetooth but seems to lack HDMI TV out.

Yeah, I noticed that... kinda lame to add a fairly modern feature like Bluetooth & sacrifice the HDMI. That's why I'm keeping my eye on 2- & 3-DIN DVD receivers, but most don't have the ability to select up to 3 music zones (like a 3-zone fader). I'm not in a hurry for that upgrade, but there are always new things coming up.
N-Trouble
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
a.dog wrote:

Jensen has a new model, the AWM968, that has other things you'd likely want - including Bluetooth... http://www.jensenrvdirect.com/coming-soon-am-fm-dvd-cd-usb-bluetooth-stereo.html

The 968 adds Bluetooth but seems to lack HDMI TV out.
a_dog
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
Well, one upgrade I did make (in progress) is to replace the little TV in the main area with a 32" Vizio model on a MOR/Ryde mount. The TV has apps & stuff built in, so if you happen to be in a park that has wifi, you can stream stuff through the TV that way, or you can connect your phone to the TV with the right HDMI cable. If you want better audio, I might still go for the upgraded audio system, but call Kevin @ Eclipse & ask him for details on exactly what the upgrade involves. Here's his contact info from my discussions with him prior to, during, and after my purchase:

Kevin Flores - Kevin@eclipservmfg.com

S.W. REGIONAL SALES

(909)560-9731 cell

(951)684-6868 office

(951)684-4364 fax

If the head unit that comes with the upgraded audio system includes an HDMI connection, you'll almost surely have better audio throughout the RV, and if you play video or audio through your phone into the TV, then connect the TV audio out to the head unit for the right audio experience. I believe, if the head unit supports ARC HDMI, it will support 2-way audio, so the audio from other TV input sources will go back into the head unit, so you shouldn't have to connect analog audio cables to TV's audio out to get good sound through your system.

A little into the weeds here, but when you're ordering a new RV with all the bells & whistles, there's no reason the manufacturer shouldn't be *exceptionally* thorough about explaining what you're spending your hard-earned money on. If they're going to call it "deluxe" or "upgraded", it should really be the latest available hardware. Hopefully Kevin can provide some details on what they're currently installing.
carringb
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
Arch Stanton wrote:
...For a grand you can build out a much, much nicer system than that thing. If music is important to you I would pass.

Well that's kind of why I was questioning the up-charge, but I also know that I running decent wiring to all locations would not a trivial task. Maybe I do need to pop off a couple speakers at the dealer and see what the wiring looks like.

And I'll be honest. The system in my WW wasn't great, but it worked for music while indoors. It was actually the outside speakers that were the biggest disappointment. That's kind of why I was thinking a quality blue-tooth soundbar may be my best option. I don't really need a full-funtioning head unit. All my music and movies are on my phone anyways.
carringb
Explorer
Apr 02, 2014
a.dog wrote:
Oh yeah, which model are you ordering? Getting the new grey exterior color with black trim? I was told the price difference was under $1k

Attitude 32GSG with the grey exterior. They are making a bunch of them for stock right now, so I think they have worked out their supplier issues. It adds $800 to the MSRP.