07/09/2026
2016 Escalade + Bose + Kicker = Absolute Chaos
Takeaway: We turned a factory Bose system into a monstrous, road‑shaking, grin‑inducing bass machine — safely, cleanly, and with OEM‑level precision.
The Hardware
• Kicker L7T Dual 12s — Down‑firing square subs with huge surface area and brutal output.
• Kicker CX1200.1 — A mono monster delivering clean, controlled power.
• Remote bass k**b — Cockpit control for on‑demand bass, from subtle to savage.
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Electrical Done the Blossom Way
This kind of wattage demands respect.
We ran:
• Dual 4‑gauge OFC power + ground — Dedicated runs, no shortcuts.
• 100‑amp fused circuit — Direct from the battery for clean, safe, reliable current delivery.
When Tom wires a vehicle, it’s factory‑quality or better — every time.
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Precision Tuning With the DM‑RTA
This Escalade didn’t just get louder — it got smarter.
At Blossom Installations, we use the AudioControl DM‑RTA rig to tune every high‑power build with scientific accuracy:
• Oscilloscope gain‑setting — We dialed in the CX1200.1 gain perfectly, ensuring maximum clean output with zero distortion.
• SPL microphone analysis — Using the RTA mic, we aligned the subwoofer’s phase to the OEM Bose system.
• Result: A verified +3 dB increase in real‑world volume, simply by optimizing phase alignment.
That’s free loudness — earned through science, not guesswork.
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Custom Quick‑Disconnect
Customer wanted the ability to remove the enclosure.
We built a safe, twist‑to‑disconnect subwoofer circuit:
Turn → click → the enclosure is electrically isolated.
No tools. No drama.
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Thank You
Huge shoutout to my customer for making the drive down from the Scranton–Wilkes‑Barre metro area.
Your trust means everything — and your Escalade now has the bass to match its terrifying presence.
