CD / Stereo System for 320

[Kevin Paige]

I would like to install a CD / Stereo System with speakers in the cabin and the cockpit. I have a 2000 320 with the VHF radio speaker already mounted in the stbd side aft lazarette of the walk through transom area. I am searching for the best location for two external marine speakers in the cockpit. Any thoughts or recommendations of a system to buy that works well with this boat and where to mount the speakers in the cockpit?

 

[Chris Hyland]

320 Stereo

The Factory stereo for the 320 hangs box speakers under the aft seats on the stern rails. The ones I've seen are Bose 151's. A standard car stereo running 4x40 or 4x50 watts will work fine. That's what we did. Catalina wanted 1800 dollars for the stereo and we had it installed for under six. I used high end small bookshelf speakers down in the cabin. the speakers below are on mounting brackets...Good luck....

 

[Larry Watkins]

Stereo

Kevin; Mount outdoor speakers on rail clamps for good separation and do not, repeat DO NOT try to use the VHF antenna as an FM antenna via a splitter. Use an automotive antenna, which is tuned for FM. Get a unit that has a remote control, and try to mount it so you can control the volume/functions from the cockpit. Good luck.Larry W.