I found a great aftermarket head unit that I want to purchase and install in my wife's 2004 ML350. Problem is the stock system makes use of fiber optic cables, making the amplifier worthless. The CD changer will also become redundant, but with iPods, who uses CDs in the car these days anyway?

I'm fine with this, but does anyone know if the wires leading from the amplifier to the speakers can be kept in place? Or are they some odd, proprietary nonsense that MB thought was state of the art in 2004?

Also looking for a source for adapter plugs for the MB wiring harness to connect with more modern units. There is a dearth of adapters of any kind out there for the ML series - might explain why I've seen so few aftermarket stereos in this series of Mercedes.

Any thoughts on ML audio upgrades greatly appreciated, thanks.

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Gil

2004 ML350
1984 300CD; Ivory (sold)