Mardav or davertrees, have you heard the HK set-up in the MINI? How does it compare with the JL Audio? I originally wanted the HK, but didn't want to wait forever, so I got my MINI with the base system, but the sound is lacking some power, quality bass, etc. Anyway, I would be very interested in a system like yours.

 

I have heard both systems and there is no comparison between the two. The JL Audio system by far is the better of the two. The HK system is nice but it does not have the power or quality sound as the JL system. I am waiting to get with Davertrees to get mine and am looking forward to that day. Good Luck on your choice.

 

Okay, so what's the ballpark price for a JL Audio system, about $1000? Are you in the Orlando area, too?

 

Sorry guys, been out of town... JL Stealthbox retails for about 500.00. Using the OEM head unit, you could put together a system in the 1000 range, but expect you'd be closer to 2000 by the time you swapped out the front speakers and got it installed. Nice thing is it can be done in steps...Subwoofer and amp first, then front speakers and additional amp, etc. To get a better idea of what you really want you need to hear a system in a Mini. Since the Stealthbox for the Mini is just coming available, you might check with your local JL Audio dealer for a demo.
Good luck,
DAVertrees