KevinxB

I am thinking about getting a new head unit. I have the dealer-installed Bazooka sub. I was just wondering how difficult it is to use this sub with an aftermarket head unit. Does the sub plug into the back of the head unit or is it just wired to the rear speakers? If it runs to the head unit will the harness work with another manufacturer besides Pioneer? Any help appreciated.

KevinxB

No one with a Bazooka has changed their head unit?

sithscripter

The hookup is trivial -- the Bazooka wiring harness is a pass-through that uses the same connectors as the standard Toyota/Scion wiring harness.

The only possible complication is power consumption. The stock head unit draws its power from the accessory circuit and the Bazooka draws power from the dome circuit. If the aftermarket head unit draws power from the dome circuit as well (some do) you may need to run an extra wire for power else risk burning up your wiring harness or blowing a fuse.

KevinxB

Thanks for your help. So the bazooka does have some kind of connector that goes to the head unit?

sithscripter

Yes. Search for "bazooka AND harness" and you should find some photos (go way back to the last page).