I recently purchased a Giulia with the base audio system. I didn't listen before purchase, but should have as the sound is impactless and flat. It's simply worse than any car I've ever owned. There is no dynamic range until volume 20 and it's tiring on long trips. The sound is unbalanced with lots of cross talk from the rear tweeters, forcing the fader to be set forward either the entire way, or at max two clicks back. I love the rest of the car, but decided almost instantly I couldn't live with the audio performance.
Plenty of information and documentation about the audio/infotainment system exists, but it's not collated in one place. I really appreciate all the other owners who've provided this documentation. Unfortunately there is also lots of misinformation and speculation. I'm hoping this thread can be pinned and become a central location of valid information. I've researched the base system more as that's what I have. I hope other owners can help fill in information about the premium HK system and anything else they'd like. Any questions are listed in red.
I have installed/crafted a few aftermarket audio systems, but it's been a very long time and I'm not an expert. If anything here is incorrect or incomplete, please let me know.
Audio Component Details
ETM / Head Unit
Pinouts
The ETM uses a standard 40 pin Quadlock Connector.
This connector is also used by BMW, Mercedes, VW, etc. The pinouts are largely the same as BMW Entry Nav.
FCA has a page showing all connectors. Chose Platform GA
Mating Side Pin Information
C1, C2 and C3 are contained in the Quadlock Connector.
ETM
ETM is locked to the car via VIN.
How to Disconnect
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Amplifier
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Plenty of information and documentation about the audio/infotainment system exists, but it's not collated in one place. I really appreciate all the other owners who've provided this documentation. Unfortunately there is also lots of misinformation and speculation. I'm hoping this thread can be pinned and become a central location of valid information. I've researched the base system more as that's what I have. I hope other owners can help fill in information about the premium HK system and anything else they'd like. Any questions are listed in red.
I have installed/crafted a few aftermarket audio systems, but it's been a very long time and I'm not an expert. If anything here is incorrect or incomplete, please let me know.
Audio Component Details
ETM / Head Unit
Model Years | Name | Power | Operating System | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
2017 | Magenti Marelli EN2 | 12V 15A | Genivi Linux Uses an HTML 5 interface | Giorgio2 This is also used by BMW - NBT Evo ID5/6. The Alfa Romeo unit does not have the CD player or the MOST connector. EN1 is BMW Entry Nav - NBT Technical Specifications |
2018-2019 | Magneti Marelli GRG2501 | 12V 15A? | Giorgio2.5 | |
2020- | Name? | Giorgio3? |
The ETM uses a standard 40 pin Quadlock Connector.
This connector is also used by BMW, Mercedes, VW, etc. The pinouts are largely the same as BMW Entry Nav.
FCA has a page showing all connectors. Chose Platform GA
Mating Side Pin Information
Code:
6 1 6 1
. . . . . . . . . . . .
C2 . . . . . . . . . . . . C3
12 7 12 7
4 8 12 16 [ ]
| | | | [ ]
| | | |
C1 | | | | O O
| | | | O O
1 5 9 13
- Radio C1
Cav Circuit Gauge Color Function 1 X304 0.75 GN AMPLIFIED RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+) 2 X208 0.75 VT RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+) 3 X209 0.75 YE LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+) 4 X303 0.75 OG AMPLIFIED LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+) 5 X394 0.75 GN/BK AMPLIFIED RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (-) 6 X298 0.75 VT/OG RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (-) 7 X299 0.75 YE/BK LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (-) 8 X393 0.75 OG/BK AMPLIFIED LEFT REAR SPEAKER (-) 9 D158 0.35 WH CAN IHS (-) 11 D157 0.35 DB CAN IHS|(+) 12 Z908 1.5 BK GROUND 15 A901 1.5 RD/WH FUSE| B(+| - Radio C2
Cav Circuit Gauge Color Function 1 X460 0.35 WH HANDS FREE MICROPHONE (+) 2 X712 0.35 WH/BK HANDS FREE MICROPHONE 1 (+) 3 X792 0.35 BK/VT HANDS FREE MICROPHONE 1 (-) 5 X971 0.35 RD CAMERA RETURN 6 X461 0.35 BK HANDS FREE MICROPHONE (-) 7 X972 0.35 NA CAMERA SHIELD 8 X970 0.35 WH CAMERA SIGNAL - Radio C3
Cav Circuit Gauge Color Function 1 X489 0.35 RD AUX AUDIO DEVICE DETECT SIGNAL 2 X486 0.35 WH AUX AUDIO LEFT SIGNAL 7 X487 0.35 GN AUX AUDIO RIGHT SIGNAL 8 X488 0.35 BK AUX AUDIO COMMON 11 X432 0.35 NA UCI SHIELD
- Base - 8 speaker
Count Type Size W Ω Brand Part Number Notes 4 Tweeter 25mm/1" 15 4 ASK Industries
a JVCKenwood companyA10403302 90220027004A 51896526 Capacitor of 4.7 uF 50V - Giving a crossover point of 8457 Hz 1st Order (6dB/Octave) 4 Woofer 165mm/6.5" 20 4 ASK Industries
a JVCKenwood companyA01910401 90016442104 518936010
Appear to be paper cone with foam surrounds. - Mid - 10 speaker w/amplifier
Not available in US.
Count Type Size W Ω Brand Part Number Notes 4 Tweeter 25mm/1" 4 Woofer 165mm/6.5" 1 Center 80mm/3" 1 Subwoofer 6x9" - Harmon Kardon - 14 speaker w/amplifier
Count Type Size W Ω Brand Part Number Notes 4 Tweeter 25mm/1" 20 12 8907017104A 50542728 33516 2 Mid 80mm/3" 25 8 8923022801A 00505396340 4 Woofer 165mm/6.5" 50 4 8941035601B 00505473920 31416 1 Center 80mm/3" 25 8 8923022801A 00505396340 1 Rear Deck 80mm/3" 25 8 8923022801A 00505396340 1 Subwoofer 6x9" 50 6 8957003001A 00505405550 03516
- Base 100W
The base system has no external amplifier, it uses the internal amplifier of the ETM.
Marketing claims 100 W, and it may be, but at 10% THD! Which is unlistenable. It's more like 84 W. 15A x 14.4V = 216W shared within the ETM.
EN2 technical specifications show the amplifier as STI TDA7563A- SB-I (SB - improved) high efficiency operation the highest 'non - class D' efficiency
- 4x28W/4Ω@ 14.4 V, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 4 x 50 W max power*
- ~21W at 1%
- ~18W at 0.01%
- Output peak current (repetitive) is 6A x 14.4V = 86.4W
- Normal Load Detect 1.5 Ohm to
45(?)70 Ohm
- Mid 400W
400W math seems dubious. 30A x 14.4V = 432W. Assuming a 90% efficient class D amplifier, this is 388.8 W RMS. - Harmon Kardon 900 W
900W math seems even more dubious. See Mid. - General Information
- The amplifier is mounted to the left rear quarter panel behind the quarter trim panel.
- Power is supplied via Fuse F8 (30 Amp) in rear fuse box.
- It connects to the BCM via CAN bus for control, volume, etc.
- It receives four channel outputs from the ETM. The amplifier then supplies outputs to each of the system speakers and the subwoofer. Is this ampifier active with filters applied to each channel?
Mid and HK models run the ETM in Line Driver mode, creating a differential balanced output.
EN2 Specifications state:
- Selectable gain 26 dB /16 dB (for low noise line output function)
ETM
ETM is locked to the car via VIN.
- Removal
Mounted under the dash on the driver side.
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There is a T20 screw in the top of the cubby. Just run your hand on the inside top and you will feel it. There is a clip on each side about half way down. Just use a trim tool to pry it carefully out. - Wiring Harness
Quadlock 40 Pin Adapter
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Sistema audio base - pack Sound Alfa Romeo Giulia - Load Detect
Warning lights come on if a load is not detected.
EN2 Spec states Normal Load Detect 1.5 Ohm to45(?)70 Ohm. Should need resistance in this range to avoid dash warning lights. - Output
- Line Driver mode can be seton via WiTech or multiecuscan.
- Byte 112: ETM Line driver mode / amplifier mode toggle. Value 0x00 = Amplifier Mode. Value 0x20 = Line Driver Mode
- Line driver mode cause loss of volume and fade control
- Clipping
Base Mode starts clipping at volume 29. - Is there bass roll off at higher volumes?
- Line Driver mode can be seton via WiTech or multiecuscan.
How to Disconnect

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- Input
- Base: No need for a LOC if the amplifier has high level inputs, can use directly from ETM.
- Mid/HK: Could be best to change to base mode. @Unique is pioneering this.
- Power
The fuses are not all clearly defined in the manual.
Alfa Romeo Giulia (2016 - 2018) - fuse box diagram - Auto Genius- Battery Fuse Terminal
Fuse Description Amps F5A ORC System (Pyrotechnic Fuse) N/A F71 IBS (ABS) 30 F72 BCM 1 70 F73 BCM 2 70 F74 Rear PDC 175 345 Total - Rear Power Distribution Center
- The rear power distribution center (fuse box) in the trunk is a convinent place to take power for an amplifier from, however it's protected by F74 a 175A fuse off the battery.
Issues could occur depending on overall power draw with the addition of amplifier power draw, I'm not sure how likely this really is though. - Factory Amplifier runs off Fuse F08
- 175A from battery - 687.5A Total in Fuses? Are fuses normally this overprovisioned?
- The rear power distribution center (fuse box) in the trunk is a convinent place to take power for an amplifier from, however it's protected by F74 a 175A fuse off the battery.
- BCM
- F36 Direct power supply from battery +30 15 Is this the ETM fuse?
- 70A from battery - 225 A Total in Fuses? Are fuses normally this overprovisioned?
- Battery Fuse Terminal
- Removing Door Panels
Sistema audio base - pack Sound Alfa Romeo Giulia
Sistema audio base - pack Sound Alfa Romeo Giulia
Remove Internal Door Card
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Sistema audio base - pack Sound Alfa Romeo Giulia - Wiring
- Replacement
- Woofers
- Sistema audio base - pack Sound Alfa Romeo Giulia
- Tweeters
- Diameter in OE Grill
- OE Tweeter Removed: 45mm
- OE Tweeter Cage: 41mm
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- Known Fit
- Hertz Mille Pro MP25.3
Sistema audio base - pack Sound Alfa Romeo Giulia
Sistema audio base - pack Sound Alfa Romeo Giulia - Hertz C26 OE
- Hertz Uno T24
- JL Audio C7-100ct
- Hertz Mille Pro MP25.3
- Running a new wire down from dash for active components should be straightforward. There is space.
- Diameter in OE Grill
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