I-Pod Amp. Does it work in YOUR car?

[otis]

The volume level of my Ipod interface in my 2006 R500 is pathetic. Considering that I paid way too much for this mediocre functionality, I am pretty peeved.

I understand that if you add the Ipod amplifier to your car (part number A204 870 39 94) it will drastically increase the volume.

I told this piece of information to the dealer and he said they cannot install it in my car because it is a 2008 part for a 2006 car. Because the part has not been tested it will void the warranty. They will therefore not install it.


Has anyone installed this amp in their car? If so, what are you driving and does it work?

I have the 80 watt 8 speaker stock sound system. Not the 11 speaker H/K logic surround system.

Thanks

Otis

[tomb01]

I would also be very interested in hearing from someone that has done this. I am constantly annoyed by the poor audio of the MB iPod connection in my 08 ML550....

[otis]

so I installed the amp. the part cost about $50. Took me 10 minutes to install.

Sound level is noticeably louder but sound quality just ok.

[UK-C200]

Originally Posted by otis

so I installed the amp. the part cost about $50. Took me 10 minutes to install.

Sound level is noticeably louder but sound quality just ok.

Hey Otis - have you tried turning the EQ setting off on your iPod? I don't have the MB kit, but it did make a difference on mine....