Is this any good? Anyone got the 411?

http://tunertricks.com/blog/images/CES/jl/IMG_3964.JPG

It's supposed to be awesome but I have yet to use one even though I'm a JL dealer. LOL

If I find any info I'll let you know bro :)

What is it and what does it do?

What is it and what does it do?

Most new cars have huge bulky integrated radio and arer a bitch to remove and install an aftermarket unit without it looking like hell. This unit will allow you to maintain a factory head unit yet still be able to add speakers and an amplifier for high quality sound. A lot of new cars/trucks have DSP and EQ curves built into them to compensate for in car acoustics and factory speakers. When you start trying to add amps they are not getting a clean full range signal so it may never sound right. This unit tries to fix all those problems.

The details:

What exactly does CleanSweep™ do?

1) About the size of a paperback book, CleanSweep™ accepts virtually any audio signal, from low-voltage line-level to high-power amplified speaker-level, via its four differential-balanced inputs, precisely integrating stereo or stereo-front/rear signals with totally automatic level compensation.

2) CleanSweep™ internally converts the two or four connected analog signals to digital audio with 24 bit effective resolution.

4) CleanSweep™ applies the power of its on-board, state-of-the-art 32-bit SHARC® DSP processor to automatically equalize each of the four channels with 30 bands of equalization (that's 120 bands total), effectively correcting the response of almost any OEM-equalized full-range signal. The effect of these digital-domain corrections will range from subtle to dramatic, depending on the degree of equalization engineered into the OEM system. To accomplish this complex feat, the installer simply loads the supplied CleanSweep™ calibration CD into the OEM CD player, sets the OEM volume between half and 2/3 volume, plays the designated calibration track and then presses the "Calibrate" button on the top of the hideaway CleanSweep™ component. Approximately 20 seconds later, the CleanSweep™ is finished analyzing and equalizing the OEM source's response.

5) CleanSweep™ then converts the digitally corrected signals back to analog audio and sends them out through two pairs of low-distortion 8 volt (RMS) line level outputs.

6) CleanSweep™ also integrates a stereo auxiliary input circuit for adding an additional stereo source such as a satellite radio tuner, MP3 player, aftermarket source unit, or any other audio source to the system.

7) CleanSweep™ includes a good-old-fashioned knob with stops at both ends to control the master system volume (at the outputs of the processor unit) for both the OEM and auxiliary sources. The master volume eliminates the effects of any OEM equalization that is dependent on the OEM volume control position and allows a high signal-to-noise ratio to be maintained in the system. When pressed, the master volume knob also selects between the OEM and Auxiliary source.
A dash-mountable status LED changes color to indicate OEM or AUX input modes. These small controls can be easily mounted in the cockpit within reach of the driver, wherever the installer and owner select.

8) CleanSweep™ can be deployed in signal-sensing mode, powering up and providing a 12-volt turn-on signal for aftermarket equipment whenever signal is detected; or it can be activated by a conventional 12-volt trigger if the OEM system provides one.

With CleanSweep™ installed, the vehicle owner can enjoy clean, high-end sound and an additional, aftermarket audio source, while avoiding messy OEM diagnostic problems. CleanSweep™ allows for quick and simple restoration of the original OEM system setup, allowing it to be moved to another vehicle when a lease expires or the vehicle is sold. Most importantly, it gives newer vehicle owners the freedom to upgrade their audio systems with high-quality aftermarket gear, without fear of damaging complex automotive systems.

Damn, I'd like to keep my stock head, only if it would play mp3's and have more power.

That's the whole point of the clean sweep. It allows you to keep the stock head unit and add aftermarket amps to the system so you have all the power you need and there is an AUX input so you can hook up an external MP3 player (iPod or Dell DJ) or even a laptop. :usa:

That is pretty cool, it would definitely be nice for the guys with the 03+

so i could hook my lap top to this so i could have sound to go with my movies and not have to buy a indash dvd player. sweet what is the price or pm it to me since your the dealer here. and i need some info for some other stuff.

There is an easier and cheaper way to get an AUX input if that's all you're looking for. Peripheral makes a device for stock GM radios to do just that. It only cost about $100 give or take.

The Clean Sweep is only if you want to add aftermarket amplifiers to your factory head unit.

The Clean Sweep maps out at $350.

i already have two jl subs and a amp but want to do some more stuff and i want my head unit back for my car i put it in the truck couse i wasn't driving the car much and thats about to change.

That's pretty cool!

The Clean Sweep is only if you want to add aftermarket amplifiers to your factory head unit.

The Clean Sweep maps out at $350.


For many new cars this will be the only alternative. Looks like a great product, and the price is good to boot (surprising for a JL item :judge: )

So has anyone actually installed one of these units? I am about to pull the trigger on my new system and this is one of the items currently on the list. Is this a worthwhile investment?

My entire system will be JL. I am keeping the factory head unit to hopefully deter theft. Here is a list on my christmas list (my gift from the wife :) )

JL clean sweep (w/remote volume control)
XR components for the doors (tweeters in the a-pillars)
dynamat in the doors
JL 500/5 amp (w/remote bass knob) 4 gauge wiring kit
JL stealth box inside center console

wow thats a good find grip! I may need that!

anyone ever use this?

anyone ever use this?


Working on getting my hands on one. The OEM-1 Just did not do it for me.

F8L give me a call.

Working on getting my hands on one. The OEM-1 Just did not do it for me.

F8L give me a call.

say what? what happened to the HU now? Good choice on the clean sweep bro :)

update.......system is now installed. I love the clean sweep. It is mounted behind the glove box in the dash. I had the remote volume control mounted in the little slot behind the cup holders on the console. The led is there as well. I will get pictures up soon.

The quality of sound coming from the clean sweep is incredible. It sounds better than my buddy's high dollar alpine head unit.......even he reluctantly agrees.

I went all JL with my setup. clean sweep, 500/5 amp, stealth box with 10w3, xr components, dynamat in the door, tweeters in the a-pillars. Tweeter did the install and I am very happy with the way it came out. Anyone considering the clean sweep....BUY IT!!!!

best part.......from the outside my truck looks bone stock, very stealthy :devil:

update.......system is now installed. I love the clean sweep. It is mounted behind the glove box in the dash. I had the remote volume control mounted in the little slot behind the cup holders on the console. The led is there as well. I will get pictures up soon.

The quality of sound coming from the clean sweep is incredible. It sounds better than my buddy's high dollar alpine head unit.......even he reluctantly agrees.

I went all JL with my setup. clean sweep, 500/5 amp, stealth box with 10w3, xr components, dynamat in the door, tweeters in the a-pillars. Tweeter did the install and I am very happy with the way it came out. Anyone considering the clean sweep....BUY IT!!!!

best part.......from the outside my truck looks bone stock, very stealthy :devil:

we need some pics asap! congrats bro!

pics as promised.....now obviously I don't have any pics of the clean sweep, seeing how it is in the dash and all.......

this pic is from the outside of the truck. notice the xr's tweeters in the a-pillars. It is scheduled to go back and have the grilles covered with acoustic cloth so they don't stick out quite so bad.http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/krispye/P1020418.jpg

a thief's perspective. if you look closely you can see the xr woofer in the passenger door. these components rock!http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/krispye/P1020419.jpg

another perspective. If you look close you can just barely see the edge of the amp board sticking out from the side of the drivers seat. Thru my tinted windows this is not so visible.http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/krispye/P1020421.jpg

now the amp. this amp is BIG! but an all in one package. 125x2 for the front 25x2 for the rear and 250x1 for the sub. notice the 4 gauge wire kit to run it all. this amp was expensive but not that bad when you compare it to 2 seperates and having to run 2 power kits,etc. It seems to be a great combo for a regular cab truck. best part....I still have some cargo room behind the seat and the jack is still accesible easily
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/krispye/P1020424.jpg

in this next photo the knob on the left is the clean sweep volume control. it is a very handy place to have it. the led in the middle and the bass control knob on the right. when you depress the master volume control knob the led turns red and that activates the aux input on the clean sweep, another cool feature. at first I wasn't too happy about the remote volume but now I love it. In this location it is right where my hand rests. I like it better than a remote.http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/krispye/P1020428.jpg

just a random shot of the factory head unit in place. I wish everyone could hear how good this setup sounds. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/krispye/P1020429.jpg

Let me know what you guys think about the setup:)

Very cool, looks like this might be my only option.

What happened blown?

What happened blown?


The OEM-1 works well, but I just dont get the warm fuzzy from the sound. I spend about 2.5 hours out of the day in my truck, and I am VERY pickey about the quality of the stereo. Believe it or not I think the Bose is great!

7) CleanSweep™ includes a good-old-fashioned knob with stops at both ends to control the master system volume (at the outputs of the processor unit) for both the OEM and auxiliary sources. The master volume eliminates the effects of any OEM equalization that is dependent on the OEM volume control position and allows a high signal-to-noise ratio to be maintained in the system. When pressed, the master volume knob also selects between the OEM and Auxiliary source.
A dash-mountable status LED changes color to indicate OEM or AUX input modes. These small controls can be easily mounted in the cockpit within reach of the driver, wherever the installer and owner select.


Does this mean that it eliminates the annoying feature of the stock head unit that attenuates bass frequencies when the volume is turned up? My number one complaint about the PAC OEM-1 is that it didin't eliminate this, it actually makes it more noticeable now that the speakers are amplified.

The OEM-1 works well, but I just dont get the warm fuzzy from the sound. I spend about 2.5 hours out of the day in my truck, and I am VERY pickey about the quality of the stereo. Believe it or not I think the Bose is great!
hey i am right there with ya on the bose thing man! i love the bose as well.

tdrumm perfectly explained my only complaint about the OEM-1.

Sorry you didn't like it man.

hey i am right there with ya on the bose thing man! i love the bose as well.

tdrumm perfectly explained my only complaint about the OEM-1.

Sorry you didn't like it man.


Its all good man, it works for what it does.....just does not meet my taste. I know the clean sweep is about 10 times as much as the OEM-1 in cost alone.

unsure if he still has it but he says that he will sell it for $275 brand new. i know that they usually go for around $350.

http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1903832#post1903832

But you got the oem-1 in and it at least worked for ya right?

unsure if he still has it but he says that he will sell it for $275 brand new. i know that they usually go for around $350.

http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1903832#post1903832

But you got the oem-1 in and it at least worked for ya right?


got it and it worked......
checking link now.

I am VERY pickey about the quality of the stereo. Believe it or not I think the Bose is great!

I guess your not picky enough :)

I guess your not picky enough :)


For what it is....The BOSE system is nice. Obviously I need more ;)

Does anyone happen to know what the amp output and the ohms are going to the bose sub in the console. I am installing one of these consoles in my RCSB and think it may be easier to just use one of my amps on the sub since all the wires go to a common plug and I have no wiring diagram.

Does this mean that it eliminates the annoying feature of the stock head unit that attenuates bass frequencies when the volume is turned up? My number one complaint about the PAC OEM-1 is that it didin't eliminate this, it actually makes it more noticeable now that the speakers are amplified.
that is exactly what the clean sweep does. buy it you will love it.

Does anyone happen to know what the amp output and the ohms are going to the bose sub in the console. I am installing one of these consoles in my RCSB and think it may be easier to just use one of my amps on the sub since all the wires go to a common plug and I have no wiring diagram.I do know the clean sweep puts out a steady 8v thru the rca cables. this comes in handy at low volume levels. the bose sub is limited in its power handling capabilities, but at moderate sound levels it sounds very good.

has anyone found this on line? Its easier to get it online than find a retailer.

has anyone found this on line? Its easier to get it online than find a retailer.
I saw it on ebay yesturday for $325 I think.

buyer beware buying jlaudio products online. It specifically says they do not endorse online vendors and will not cover any defective items bought from a non-authorized jlaudio dealer. You have to send in your receipt from the authorized dealer with the equipment if it needs work.

For what it is worth, I bought my clean sweep from tweeter for $329. The guys at tweeter will deal with you and come down on the prices.

buyer beware buying jlaudio products online. It specifically says they do not endorse online vendors and will not cover any defective items bought from a non-authorized jlaudio dealer. You have to send in your receipt from the authorized dealer with the equipment if it needs work.

For what it is worth, I bought my clean sweep from tweeter for $329. The guys at tweeter will deal with you and come down on the prices.


PM me that info would ya :)

PM me that info would ya :)
you have a pm sir! for the benefit of everyone buying jl products via ebay.....here's your sign....err I mean link

http://mobile.jlaudio.com/jlaudio_pages.php?page_id=111

you have a pm sir! for the benefit of everyone buying jl products via ebay.....here's your sign....err I mean link

http://mobile.jlaudio.com/jlaudio_pages.php?page_id=111


got your PM, thanks for the follow up. I found one locally and its in my garage now.

hello smooth i am going to be doing a new system as well
what about engine noise if any ?

thats so awsome ...cant wait my turn ..

hello smooth i am going to be doing a new system as well
what about engine noise if any ?no noises from bad grounding.....just smooth clean sound. I love this system more and more each day.

thats so awsome ...cant wait my turn ..I don't know what area of Houston you live in.....I am on the nw side. I went to the tweeter on 1960 near stuebner airline. Talk to Jeff, he is very knowledgeable and great to deal with.

I would advise against going to the woodlands store because their installers suck. Ask Jeff about it.....gauranteed reaction :)

If you guys are interested I work at a JL dealer and can get these for you for $325 plus shipping. I am actually putting one of these in my own truck shortly.

i live in SE near clear lake,i thought of going to the one @baybrook mall first
but if not happy will sure go with the drive to 1960 ,thanks

JL just took it to the next level. can you say 3 inputs......

http://mobile.jlaudio.com/jlaudio_pages.php?page_id=189

i live in SE near clear lake,i thought of going to the one @baybrook mall first
but if not happy will sure go with the drive to 1960 ,thanks

the installers there are f-in terrible. I bought two JL 8"w3s and had the guy build me a box... took two days, had air leaks everywhere, he wanted a buck fifty for his "craftmanship". I ended up in talking to the manager about the whole thing, and while he was cool and made sure a new box was built properly, I'll never go there again.