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2009 Odyssey

Source: Clarion

Ipod Sync: Clarion

XM Radio: Clarion

Navigation: Clarion

Client Testimonial

Outstanding custom work!!!!!! 5

Josh and his crew at JML Audio are above reproach. Their attention to detail and knowledge of car electronics is extraordinary. Customer service is untouchable and is better than any other company I have ever dealt with. I am a service member and not from the St Louis area and gave my trust and two vehicles to JML and couldn't be more pleased. I gave Josh my 09 Honda Odyssey and had him install a video system and GPS that was 10X than what I had expected. He took my ideas about what I wanted in my van and made them a reality. I also gave him my 09 Honda Civic Si and couldn't be more satisfied with the look and quality of the sound. Josh and the folks at JML are talented artist and craftsmen that wont disappoint.

Thanks again JML, Great work

Media Source in dash

Navigation system wiring and mounting

Ipod sync cable run to center console pocket

Steering Wheel control integration

Dual headrest monitors with independent DVD players

2008 Accord

Source: Clarion

Ipod Sync: Clarion

XM Radio: Clarion

Navigation: Clarion

Bluetooth: Clarion

Source Unit

Steering Wheel control Integration

Satellite Radio

Ipod Sync Cable

Bluetooth Microphone

Navigation Hard Drive

2008 Civic

Source: Kenwood

Steering Wheel controller: peripheral

Satellite Radio: Kenwood

Ipod: Kenwood

Subwoofer Amplifier: Zapco I-force

Subwoofer: Treo TSi

2008 Accord

Hardwired radar detector

2007 CRV

System Diagram

Source Unit: Clarion

Satellite Radio: Clarion

Bluetooth: Clarion

Multimedia Source

Bluetooth Kit

Satellite Radio

2006 Element

Client Testimonial

The Honda Element SC Car Audio Install Chronicles

I stumbled upon JML Audio when I was looking at speakers for my Honda. I was interested in Dynaudio after hearing a friend’s VW. JML is the only retailer in the St. Louis area that carries Dynaudio. I gave JML a call and talked with Josh for about 30 minutes and setup an appointment. When I got to JML the first thing Josh did was offer me a bottle of water, and then he wanted to see my Honda Element. After Josh had heard enough of my Honda factory stereo, we headed back inside. Josh then took me to an Infiniti G35 coupe to listen to the system that JML had installed. This system was amazing to say the least, and it should be since it was a top of the line custom install. After listening to a few tunes in the G, we headed to a Miata. The Miata had its top down and the system that was installed sounded great.

After listening to two different systems that JML designed and installed, we headed to what would become JML's sound room. Josh took the time to go and get all of the different components that I had just heard and lay them out so that I could get an idea of the types of products they use. This included a top of the line set of component Dynaudio speakers that Josh handed to me to view. He also explained JML’s approach and philosophy to car audio. The entire appointment was about 2.5 hours. Why write such a diatribe? Because it illustrates the extreme passion that Josh and his team have about mobile audio. Josh takes the time to get to know you and what you want.

The above happened one year ago. When I went back to JML for a private event, Josh knew exactly who I was and I had met him only once, 12 months ago. During my visit, I was looking for speakers and a new source. Josh had reps from the product lines he carries available to talk to at the event and I got an audition from Clarion sources and Hertz speakers. I decided on a Clarion source (VX409) and a component set of Hertz Hi Energy speakers. Unfortunately the Clarion source had not been released so I had to wait to get my system installed. Fast forward a few weeks. I called Josh to check on the status of the Clarion and to get an idea of what it would cost to add an amp to my setup. I spent about a half hour on the phone with him, and he explained several options for amps. These ranged from entry level all the way to competition level amps. Since I still had some budget left, I decided to add a Zapco Reference DC350.2 amplifier.

Josh called several days later to let me know that the Clarion had come in. He told me he had a slot open the following Tuesday. To make things easier for me, Josh provided me with a car to use while the install was happening. He took the time while I was there to review everything that the JML team was going to do. He laid out all of the components for me to review and also outlined a few of the design approaches he had in mind for the speakers, aux mp3 / ipod input and amp locations. After talking things through, I decided to have JML do stage 1 sound damping on the front doors, add deflex pads behind the mid bass drivers, and add the audio steering wheel controls. Josh told me he would call me in the morning once the team reviewed everything.

Josh called to ask about the possibility of putting the amp in the spare tire well. The original thought was to put it under one of the rear seats, but as his designer pointed out to him, there are two car seats in the back. While the amp could go under one of the seats, it would not be the best place since kids tend to have drinks / snacks and they do not mix well with electronics. I decided that the space tire well would be the best place. Josh and team designed and built a custom steel amp rank that will allow me to add an additional amp later.

I spoke with Josh several times and he had hoped to have the build done in one day. Since the tweeters were mounted in the factory location, there were two break away clips that needed to purchased from Honda. None of the STL dealerships had them in stock so they had to be ordered and would not arrive for a day. Josh had me keep his car for another day since he did not want to delivery my car as it was not complete.

I got the call the next day that the install was complete and the team was ‘making my new equipment sing’. When I got to JML Josh came right out with a big smile on his face and said lets go listen first and then he would show me the different aspects of the install. I sat in the driver’s seat and Josh selected Michael Buble as the first artist to demo my new system. The sound was great; it is amazing to hear full range from just 2 tweeters and 2 mid bass drivers. If I did not know it I would have thought a sub woofer was also installed. The second pick was Metallica and my new system played it loudly and accurately. We listened to a few more songs and then it was time to see the amp install. All of the cabling is run through conduit and it is all very nice and neat. The custom amp rack looks like it was always a part of the car. It was amazing to see the level of detail that JML applied to my car.

Overall this was a great experience. From beginning to end, Josh kept me up to date on the progress. This included sending out an email to let all of the customers who had cars at JML know that there were severe storms in the St. Louis area and all of our cars were parked safely inside. It is this attention to detail that sets JML as the highest standard. You will never feel pressured to purchase anything. Josh will make suggestions all along the way, but he leaves the final say to you. It has been said in other reviews, and I am going to say it as well. The team at JML treats your car like it is one of theirs. I would highly recommend JML if you are looking for a company that will deliver a high quality, great sounding mobile audio system. I look forward to working with Josh and the team at JML again.

-Brad Verdigets

Phase 1

Source: Clarion

Ipod Sync: Clarion

Front component Speakers: Hertz High Energy

Front component Amplifier: Zapco DC Reference

Acoustic Preparation