Need help with an amplifier

So after turning on the Infiniti stereo in my new boat, I quickly found that I will need some type of amplifier. It is not nearly as loud as the cheap Clarion in my old SX190 (which was lackluster at best). I would like to install a small amp to help with the volume. I have no interest in installing some extensive sound system that involves more wiring than a simpleton can handle. Any thoughts on a simple amp that is easily installed with minimal wiring, and without having to install a second battery? Plug & Play would be ideal...

The deal is gone but this thread has lots of info for you https://jetboaters.net/threads/these-kenwood-amps-are-a-fantastic-value.13028/

Bruce said:

The deal is gone but this thread has lots of info for you https://jetboaters.net/threads/these-kenwood-amps-are-a-fantastic-value.13028/

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I did see that thread. Most of what I saw looked beyond my skill set. Perhaps I would be better served to have one professionally installed. Trying to avoid that if possible. If so I would wait until after boating season.

I am surprised that the infinity stereo has less output. Have you checked the specs? Are you sure it is wired correctly?

Bruce said:

I am surprised that the infinity stereo has less output. Have you checked the specs? Are you sure it is wired correctly?

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The boat was just delivered this morning so I have not checked much. I certainly would have expected much more from the Infinity stereo. I quickly paired it to my phone and streamed some Pandora to test the sound. I was not impressed. I will have some time over the weekend to inspect further.

H2OBoy said:

The boat was just delivered this morning so I have not checked much. I certainly would have expected much more from the Infinity stereo. I quickly paired it to my phone and streamed some Pandora to test the sound. I was not impressed. I will have some time over the weekend to inspect further.

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Sometimes Bluetooth volume is low. Try another source.

@H2OBoy I know the boys here are going nuts about those Kenmore amps.
Another option, and a road well traveled in this forum, is to go with one of the Clarion XC1410 amps. Those are solid for a budget system and about as simple as it gets.
There have been several good write ups, the one from @eticket's 212 is probably my fave.
Just saying - a different option.

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@H2OBoy And congrats on the new boat! That was fast.

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I played with one of these at the dealership and it didnt sound that bad. I'd check all the stereo settings first. I know that with Bluetooth the device usually defaults to a mid volume setting, I'd check your phone or iPod volume while its playing then go through the the stereo settings. Maybe the loudness is turned off.

swatski said:

@H2OBoy I know the boys here are going nuts about those Kenmore amps.
Another option, and a road well traveled in this forum, is to go with one of the Clarion XC1410 amps. Those are solid for a budget system and about as simple as it gets.
There have been several good write ups, the one from @eticket's 212 is probably my fave.
Just saying - a different option.

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Kenwood...I don't remember doing a stacked washer/dryer combo mod. to the boat.

swatski said:

@H2OBoy I know the boys here are going nuts about those Kenmore amps.
Another option, and a road well traveled in this forum, is to go with one of the Clarion XC1410 amps. Those are solid for a budget system and about as simple as it gets.
There have been several good write ups, the one from @eticket's 212 is probably my fave.
Just saying - a different option.

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swatski said:

@H2OBoy And congrats on the new boat! That was fast.

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Thanks and thanks!

subysti said:

I played with one of these at the dealership and it didnt sound that bad. I'd check all the stereo settings first. I know that with Bluetooth the device usually defaults to a mid volume setting, I'd check your phone or iPod volume while its playing then go through the the stereo settings. Maybe the loudness is turned off.

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I will check this again and see if something is not in range. Thanks for the help.