Golf cart sound bar?

[Dr.Butler]

Thinking seriously on one of these. Wonder if anyone here has done it and where they placed it in a Yamaha? Back, Front? What kind did you get?

[Nucky]

Why not just buy a nice Bose rechargeable unit that you can bring anywhere with you instead of making not too many friends with the boom box? Frowned upon even by me and I like loud music. We should consider those around us and many in our age bracket don't really like the real loud stuff in public. This is meant constructively.....live your life.

[tophcfa]

Thinking seriously on one of these. Wonder if anyone here has done it and where they placed it in a Yamaha? Back, Front? What kind did you get?

I use a UE Boom 2 Bluetooth speaker that sounds great. It is designed to fit in a cup holder. I mounted a water bottle cage (using zip ties) on the back roof support rail behind the driver and keep it there. It’s in a dry spot and out of sight so I don’t worry about it getting stolen. I bring it in the house every week or two to charge it.

[Freehiker]

I use a UE Boom 2 Bluetooth speaker that sounds great. It is designed to fit in a cup holder. I mounted a water bottle cage (using zip ties) on the back roof support rail behind the driver and keep it there. It’s in a dry spot and out of sight so I don’t worry about it getting stolen. I bring it in the house every week or two to charge it.

The UE2 is a good speaker. It sounds great, is weather resistant and can easily be mounted or simply left in the cup holder (it’s a perfect fit).

[RICH1]

and now we need to address those LIGHT BARS that blind oncoming traffic! Gee whiz who needs that?

[Miekies]

We have this. It is waterproof, has a heavy duty magnet to mount up above. Sounds great and movable

Check this out!
Upside Golf Magnetic Bluetooth Speaker for Golf Cart - Super XL PRO Waterproof Sound System - Mountable Golf Cart Speaker - Awesome 120+ Foot Wireless Range - Rechargeable 15 HR Battery Life https://a.co/d/gfbNYs5

[JMEZARIC3]

Thinking seriously on one of these. Wonder if anyone here has done it and where they placed it in a Yamaha? Back, Front? What kind did you get?

A good portable bluetooth speaker is all you need . You do not need a smart BT speaker . Your smart phone will only be a foot away . Shop for good sound and battery life . I charge mine every 3 to 4 weeks . I put the speaker on the charger when I golf(no sound) and then I am good for 3 to 4 weeks .

[ElDiabloJoe]

I had this done by the premier Yamaha tuner in the country, Don Plowman:

https://i.imgur.com/pXXqRLu.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/y0YYsMN.jpg

I believe it's a bazooka. The extra lead off the speaker is for connecting to an amp. :)

[JMintzer]

My kid's got me this for my birthday...

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https://www.amazon.com/JBL-Waterproof-Portable-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B08TFNJSS8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkJ7VnajU_QIVF_vI Ch1XeAtREAAYASAAEgLe4_D_BwE&hvadid=631492098168&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9007783&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=12771217612805769258&hvtargid=kwd-1249068398395&hydadcr=7667_13589703&keywords=jbl+clip+4+waterproof&qid=1678552743&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyUDVYQkpONklUN1JBJ mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTcyOTk2MkNMWkE5UEFFM0xSMiZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTQ3MDQ0MkEyMkYzTkNRQjc1NiZ3aWRnZ XROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05 vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

It clips on the the cross-bar where the rearview mirror is attached. I unclip it asnd toss it into the locked "glove compartment" when I'm not using it...

[Dr.Butler]

Interesting. Now While I do value opinions, I will say the intent is to have a speaker setup that I can enjoy, not necessarily BOOM it but something entertaining (Lights as well) including the reduced issue of having to worry about someone grabbing the portable speaker (I didn't spring for the locking glove box option). @ElDiabloJoe, I like that look, thought I think due to the backup mirror/Backup Camera, I think it may work best in the back for me.

[tophcfa]

Interesting. Now While I do value opinions, I will say the intent is to have a speaker setup that I can enjoy, not necessarily BOOM it but something entertaining (Lights as well) including the reduced issue of having to worry about someone grabbing the portable speaker (I didn't spring for the locking glove box option). @ElDiabloJoe, I like that look, thought I think due to the backup mirror/Backup Camera, I think it may work best in the back for me.

Simple solution, easy peasy.

[Two Bills]

I recommend these for those in vicinity of these systems!

97378

[JMintzer]

I recommend these for those in vicinity of these systems!

97378

Why? Just because you have speakers doesn't mean you have to blast the music...

[deputydoc]

and now we need to address those LIGHT BARS that blind oncoming traffic! Gee whiz who needs that?
I go to work every morning at 0500. I ended up getting one of those light bars because of the knuckle heads that feel the need to wear black clothing and walk the cart paths at night. Gives you a real appreciation for those with reflective vests or the lighted slings

[RedFoxRick]

I have two Amp Caddy Pro speakers on one cart and two Amp caddy Max speakers on the other cart. They work great, clamp on to the roof supports easily, are water proof and seldom need recharge. I had a minor issue with two and the company replaced them completely - excellent customer service. The sound is excellent and you can synch two speakers in one cart if you desire. I highly recommend them - they can be purchased on Amazon - just search Amp Caddy Speakers. I also purchased their phone holder and it also works great.Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Ampcaddy-Playtime-Extended-Waterproof/dp/B07WHKZD8Y/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2EDI326M8BE35&keywords=amp+caddy+golf+cart+speaker&qid=1678619372&sprefix=amp+caddy%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.18ed3cb5-28d5-4975-8bc7-93deae8f9840&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExODFHMzZHTE83VEFQJ mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjQ1NzY2MkQ4TzJMVkNOWlpTVyZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjQ5ODUyMVdPNlJJMjMxNk41TiZ3aWRnZ XROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05 vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=)

[sdeikenberry]

Oh great...another cart with music blaring to the surrounding area and forcing others the hear what they don't wish too hear. Why do music enthusiasts feel everyone wants to hear their loud music as they travel about? Asking for a friend...

[banjobob]

Just a note music in golf carts is offensive to others, the volume needs to be loud to hear it and frankly I don’t care to hear it. To me it’s likened to a radio at the swimming pool .

[retiredguy123]

Oh great...another cart with music blaring to the surrounding area and forcing others the hear what they don't wish too hear. Why do music enthusiasts feel everyone wants to hear their loud music as they travel about? Asking for a friend...
Some people do it because they know others don't want to hear it.

[MandoMan]

Thinking seriously on one of these. Wonder if anyone here has done it and where they placed it in a Yamaha? Back, Front? What kind did you get?

They are big, the music is behind you, and they can disrupt your view in the mirror. I bought from Villages Golf Cart a Bluetooth system the size of two small side view mirrors. They are screwed into the front side columns, and the wiring runs inside the columns. They let you play whatever you like through your phone. I was very impressed by the sound quality and volume, and quite a bit cheaper than the sound bars.

[Keith1911]

Just a note music in golf carts is offensive to others, the volume needs to be loud to hear it and frankly I don’t care to hear it. To me it’s likened to a radio at the swimming pool .

You must love the squares...:)

[jimkerr]

and now we need to address those LIGHT BARS that blind oncoming traffic! Gee whiz who needs that?

I needed it so I bought one. Besides self cancelling turn signals, the light bar was the best accessory I’ve bought for my golf cart.

[Fastskiguy]

Oh great...another cart with music blaring to the surrounding area and forcing others the hear what they don't wish too hear. Why do music enthusiasts feel everyone wants to hear their loud music as they travel about? Asking for a friend...

I haven't heard too many golf carts with loud music....but cars and motorcycles with super loud exhaust annoy the everloving hell out of me. "Look at me, listen to my loud car, I don't care about anybody else!" Irritating the crap out of anybody within a few hundred yards of them all of the time everywhere they go.

Thanks for listening :)

Joe

[Larchap49]

A good portable bluetooth speaker is all you need . You do not need a smart BT speaker . Your smart phone will only be a foot away . Shop for good sound and battery life . I charge mine every 3 to 4 weeks . I put the speaker on the charger when I golf(no sound) and then I am good for 3 to 4 weeks .

I removed top of dash, one screw under small Yamaha emblem. I installed an USB outlet, drilled a small hole on bottom of dash to align with plug of my Bose unit. Then I velcroed it under dash. Paired to Pandora. Works great and stays charged

[midiwiz]

Thinking seriously on one of these. Wonder if anyone here has done it and where they placed it in a Yamaha? Back, Front? What kind did you get?

I run an Exogear 500w unit, I mounted behind the seats using the roof mounts. Yes I had to make a custom bracket, but that was extremely quick and easy. my phone connects via BT and becomes the sound source. Easy wiring, etc. We love the unit

[grumpy@turton.us]

Thinking seriously on one of these. Wonder if anyone here has done it and where they placed it in a Yamaha? Back, Front? What kind did you get?
I use ear buds, better sound and go wherever I go without anyone having to listen. And to those who say you don’t have to blast the volume on the speakers in my opinion they have no idea how far that sound travels.

[TCloutier]

We purchased a base rechargeable speaker and it worked great. Love our Bose speakers.

[I'm Popeye!]

Do I need to say anymore? Everybody will be happy if you wear these.

[rrtjp]

Interesting. Now While I do value opinions, I will say the intent is to have a speaker setup that I can enjoy, not necessarily BOOM it but something entertaining (Lights as well) including the reduced issue of having to worry about someone grabbing the portable speaker (I didn't spring for the locking glove box option). @ElDiabloJoe, I like that look, thought I think due to the backup mirror/Backup Camera, I think it may work best in the back for me.

I bought a Ecoxgear sound bar from Amazon. Installation I did myself, probably the easiest installation I have ever done. The mounting brackets that come with it require drilling to mount on your cart, but I found a mount for it that is made specifically for my Yamaha Drive2, allows you to bolt it using the bolts on your cart that hold your roof on. I bolted it in the rear of my cart. The bar has a light the length of the bar on the back so you can use it as an extra tail light. Also has lights in the speakers. You have the option of changing the light colors or not using the lights at all. The Bluetooth feature works flawlessly. It has great sound and plenty of volume. Before I bought this I did what many suggested and used a portable JBL speaker. Sound quality was Ok at best. As far as worrying about someone stealing it? Highly unlikely since it is bolted in with 4 bolts that hold your top on. I would not leave my cart out over night, but I never did that before I installed the sound bar. It is of course pricier than a portable speaker but you get what you pay for. Again the sound quality is like night and day compared to a small portable speaker. It also comes with a remote. I love mine. I link it up with my iPhone and my music playlist. Again installation is a piece of cake, just 3 wires, pos neg and a ground wire. The wiring harness also has a fuse in line and it’s plenty long enough to reach your battery.

[NJRICHARD]

thinking seriously on one of these. Wonder if anyone here has done it and where they placed it in a yamaha? Back, front? What kind did you get?

how about a set of headphones instead of blasting noise and disturbing everyone?? Why do you require that much attention?

[retiredguy123]

how about a set of headphones instead of blasting noise and disturbing everyone?? Why do you require that much attention?
Wearing headphones while driving is dangerous.

[mikeycereal]

When I listen to Nickelback.... so's everyone else!

:duck:

[PugMom]

I haven't heard too many golf carts with loud music....but cars and motorcycles with super loud exhaust annoy the everloving hell out of me. "Look at me, listen to my loud car, I don't care about anybody else!" Irritating the crap out of anybody within a few hundred yards of them all of the time everywhere they go.

Thanks for listening :)

Joe

reminds me of that SouthPark episode about the bikers & noise :laugh:

[PugMom]

Wearing headphones while driving is dangerous.

you read my mind-we need to be able to hear emergency vehicles, horns, etc.

[rrtjp]

how about a set of headphones instead of blasting noise and disturbing everyone?? Why do you require that much attention?

For the same reason you shouldn’t wear headphones in your car. Why do you think everyone that has a sound bar are blasting them?

[tonycirocco@me.com]

I use ear buds, better sound and go wherever I go without anyone having to listen. And to those who say you don’t have to blast the volume on the speakers in my opinion they have no idea how far that sound travels.

I use headset speakers, AND, I have no problem hearing sirens, horns, etc.

No-one has to hear my music.

Tony

[rrtjp]

For the same reason you shouldn’t wear headphones in your car. Why do you think everyone that has a sound bar are blasting them?

I can’t believe I’m the same age as old people. lol

[tonycirocco@me.com]

you read my mind-we need to be able to hear emergency vehicles, horns, etc.

I wear headphones, AND I CAN hear sirens, horns, and whatever.

Plus you don't have to listen to my music selection.

[RON S]

Thinking seriously on one of these. Wonder if anyone here has done it and where they placed it in a Yamaha? Back, Front? What kind did you get?
Sound bar in the back is the way to go. I used DS18 Cerwin Vega.
Happy with both of them you don't have to worry about charging them but you should put a switch in there also.

[Snowbug]

I like to listen to the radio more often than just music. I bought a custom-made system from The Radio Shop in Selma, Alabama. It has AM/FM radio, CD, Bluetooth w/hands-free calling, dome light and 4 speakers. It is made to fit the roof of my cart.

[Indy-Guy]

The Rockform bluetooth speaker has a very strong magnet which I mount right behind my head so since it is less that 12 inches from my ears I don't have to have the volume turned up loud to hear it. The magnet is so strong that there is no concern about it falling off. It is black so it does not stand out and if you didn't know it was there you would not notice it. Sound is very good.

Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/Rokform-G-ROK-Waterproof-Shockproof-Dustproof/dp/B08336KZCL)

[Ken D.]

We have this. It is waterproof, has a heavy duty magnet to mount up above. Sounds great and movable

Check this out!
Upside Golf Magnetic Bluetooth Speaker for Golf Cart - Super XL PRO Waterproof Sound System - Mountable Golf Cart Speaker - Awesome 120+ Foot Wireless Range - Rechargeable 15 HR Battery Life https://a.co/d/gfbNYs5

Curious, how long have you had it? Several reviews states it died after 9 months (or so) and will no longer take a charge.

[JMintzer]

Oh great...another cart with music blaring to the surrounding area and forcing others the hear what they don't wish too hear. Why do music enthusiasts feel everyone wants to hear their loud music as they travel about? Asking for a friend...

Sounds like you're projecting what YOU would do...

Why do you assume others would have their "music blaring"?

[JMintzer]

Some people do it because they know others don't want to hear it.

More projection...

[JMintzer]

I needed it so I bought one. Besides self cancelling turn signals, the light bar was the best accessory I’ve bought for my golf cart.

Same here. Makes driving at night much safer...

Oh, and I personally had my neighbor help me test the aim-point of the lights. We went out one night and I drove towards him, asking if he was "blinded by the light"...

He gave me a :thumbup: on the "Springsteen Test"... :p

[JMintzer]

Do I need to say anymore? Everybody will be happy if you wear these.

Yes... I HATE those things. VERY uncomfortable... Easy to lose...

[JMintzer]

how about a set of headphones instead of blasting noise and disturbing everyone?? Why do you require that much attention?

Why do you assume that simply enjoying music is a cry for attention?

[JMintzer]

I can’t believe I’m the same age as old people. lol

I know... I hope I never turn into an "old fogey"...

[JMintzer]

I use ear buds, better sound and go wherever I go without anyone having to listen. And to those who say you don’t have to blast the volume on the speakers in my opinion they have no idea how far that sound travels.

Do I need to say anymore? Everybody will be happy if you wear these.

how about a set of headphones instead of blasting noise and disturbing everyone?? Why do you require that much attention?

I use headset speakers, AND, I have no problem hearing sirens, horns, etc.

No-one has to hear my music.

Tony

I wear headphones, AND I CAN hear sirens, horns, and whatever.

Plus you don't have to listen to my music selection.

This is why you shouldn't wear ear buds or headphones...

"The 2022 Florida Statutes (including 2022 Special Session A and 2023 Special Session B) (1) No person shall operate a vehicle while wearing a headset, headphone, or other listening device, other than a hearing aid or instrument for the improvement of defective human hearing."

[jimjamuser]

Why not just buy a nice Bose rechargeable unit that you can bring anywhere with you instead of making not too many friends with the boom box? Frowned upon even by me and I like loud music. We should consider those around us and many in our age bracket don't really like the real loud stuff in public. This is meant constructively.....live your life.
Things are ssssooo loud around here, whether it is LOUD music pumped out of passing cars or at the swimming pool. Or the LOUD older golf carts. Or the LOUD fire trucks. Or the LOUD people at the swimming pool. Or the LOUD CLINK, CLINK of the Pickle's balls. I end up carrying large mickey mouse-type ear defenders with me.
..........The ONLY loud things around here that I can live with are the LOUD shirts and pants that many retirees wear, the loud helicopters carrying residents to Gainsville or wherever, and the LOUD noises that the Geese make when they are getting the FLOCK out of there.

[jimjamuser]

and now we need to address those LIGHT BARS that blind oncoming traffic! Gee whiz who needs that?
That is a VERY good point. Many people have cataracts and they get extra blinded. One fine day someone is going to be blinded and end up in a head-on collision with the light bar golf cart. (poetic justice) And why are they NOT adjustable downward? That would seem SIMPLE to accomplish.

[jimjamuser]

I go to work every morning at 0500. I ended up getting one of those light bars because of the knuckle heads that feel the need to wear black clothing and walk the cart paths at night. Gives you a real appreciation for those with reflective vests or the lighted slings
That's a 2 WRONGS do NOT make a RIGHT situation. It is WRONG to walk around older drivers day or night wearing black or gray clothing and NOT walking against traffic. It is also WRONG to punish EVERY vehicle or pedestrian with " FLAME-THROWING" and blinding white light.
........The answer would be for community service to stop the pedestrians wearing dark colors and give them a WARNING ticket of some kind. Plus I feel that community service NEEDS to PERFORM more USEFUL functions in this town. And the Police (which there are NOT enough of IMO) could require those light bars to be adjusted downward and again a warning ticket, but a more serious one.
........And before some people say that it would be a waste of the Police's time.......I say that whenever Police show a presence and word gets around that they are interested in things like Light Bars then they are accomplishing something. Their involvement in light bars could prevent that head-on collision that is SURE TO HAPPEN if people fail to adjust those lights downward. Remember the old days when police were ubiquitous and they were your FRIEND. Just a matter of budgets and priorities.

[jimjamuser]

Some people do it because they know others don't want to hear it.
Some people BLASTING music at swimming pools are unconscious Neanderthals that think that because THEY like it loud that they are doing EVERYONE a favor. I listened to the conversations of 2 men at the swimming pool (one of which was the owner of the BASTING music) - their conversation was at about a 4th or 5th grade level and it was punctuated with laughter and guffawing that would have made Butthead and Beaves proud.

[jimjamuser]

Oh great...another cart with music blaring to the surrounding area and forcing others the hear what they don't wish too hear. Why do music enthusiasts feel everyone wants to hear their loud music as they travel about? Asking for a friend...
Even worse at the swimming pool.

[jimjamuser]

I haven't heard too many golf carts with loud music....but cars and motorcycles with super loud exhaust annoy the everloving hell out of me. "Look at me, listen to my loud car, I don't care about anybody else!" Irritating the crap out of anybody within a few hundred yards of them all of the time everywhere they go.

Thanks for listening :)

Joe
True that and where again IS the Police enforcement? This is about the 3rd situation mentioned in this ONE thread that could be improved by stricter and more numerous Police presence.

[jimjamuser]

I use ear buds, better sound and go wherever I go without anyone having to listen. And to those who say you don’t have to blast the volume on the speakers in my opinion they have no idea how far that sound travels.
Now that IS a real good solution and shows a ton of empathy!

[jimjamuser]

Wearing headphones while driving is dangerous.
Volume IS volume. It would be equally distracting coming out of earphones or out of external speakers.

[jimjamuser]

When I listen to Nickelback.... so's everyone else!

:duck:
A great example of empathy and thoughtfulness.

[jimjamuser]

I can’t believe I’m the same age as old people. lol
Those that TODAY BLAST out their music MUST FEEL that by the time they get so OLD that they NO longer enjoy LOUD music that they will be PROTECTED by their HEARING LOSS !

[maistocars]

Bluetooth speaker - great sound and portable. The installed one is way too big and expensive and loud.

[JMintzer]

That is a VERY good point. Many people have cataracts and they get extra blinded. One fine day someone is going to be blinded and end up in a head-on collision with the light bar golf cart. (poetic justice) And why are they NOT adjustable downward? That would seem SIMPLE to accomplish.

They are... If you knew anything about that, you would know it...

But wait, I thought you didn't even have a golf cart...

[JMintzer]

Even worse at the swimming pool.

Did you complain to the people "BASTING" the music? Or the people working at the pool (since loud music IS against the rules)? Or just here?

[JMintzer]

Volume IS volume. It would be equally distracting coming out of earphones or out of external speakers.

It is also against the law... Are you trying to make more work for the police?

[JMintzer]

A great example of empathy and thoughtfulness.

https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/992/404/7f2.jpg

[JMintzer]

Those that TODAY BLAST out their music MUST FEEL that by the time they get so OLD that they NO longer enjoy LOUD music that they will be PROTECTED by their HEARING LOSS !

Your beloved earbuds are actually worse for your ears...

Why AirPods—and Earbuds Like Them—Are Especially Bad for Your Hearing | by Angela Lashbrook | OneZero (https://onezero.medium.com/why-airpods-and-earbuds-like-them-are-especially-bad-for-your-hearing-20f32b6e02e2)

[Nucky]

I think one of our posters should have a wellness check. No names cause data against the rules!

Holy Mackeral! Chill Out.

[Remembergoldenrule]

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[laboutj]

I have one of these Bose Wireless Speakers | SoundLink Mini II Special Edition (https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/speakers/portable_speakers/soundlink_mini_ii_special.html#v=soundlink_mini_ii _special_luxe_silver) mounted in my front overhead tray, secured by 3M heavy duty velcro. It does not move or bounce around and you cannot see it unless you get your head up there to look into the tray. I bought a 10 foot USB cord and ran it down the front pillar and into the glove box where I wired a USB plug. Sound quality is excellent and since it's plugged in it charges when the cart is turned on. Best part is that I can simply just detach the velcro and bring it with me if I need to.

[ElDiabloJoe]

For what it is worth (yes, even though I am the sound bar guy posted earlier), my Apple EarPods instantly reduce in volume when any ambient noises are generated, allowing me to hear normal conversations, sirens, warning signals, etc. without sounding as though they are muffled. They are noise-canceling, which is great!