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Hi there,
Prior to upgrading to g30 540i i did own a 2014 528i. Although 528i had stock sound system, I was very impressed with audio quality and bass. Therefore, when I was purchasing the 540i, I thought stock sound should be perfectly fine. However, new 2017 540i stock sound seems to be a complete downgrade compared to its prior generations. Specifically I feel it no longer has a sub and I am missing that overall crisp surround sound. As I still own both prior and new generation cars, its really easy for me to compare the same song on both cars. I was wondering whether anyone else also experienced a downgrade to stock audio of g30 models, or it could possibly be a defect with my car and I should take it to dealer? In case the quality is indeed downgraded, any recommendations on after market alternatives that will sound better, Thanks in advance for your time and help |
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we can do subwoofer upgrade and or speakers and amplifier
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Did stock F model sound systems have it and under seat subs were removed starting from 2017 G series? |
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The other thing that matters is music source (BT vs radio vs CD & flac audio vs mp3, etc). |
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But to answer OP's post. Comparing between my F06 650GC w/ HK and my G30 540i w/ HK, the G series have better bass. The BavSound techs who used my G30 for testing said that BMW improved the enclosure of the underseat woofer for better sound delivery.
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It does have underseat woofer. Most probably is the 2OHM. Another thing that just came up to my mind. Sound maybe different since OP's new car speaker still brand new. Still need to be broken in.
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I had standard audio in my f30 and belive me its a joke compare to the HK |
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Thanks so much for your helpful inputs. New 540i has 3000 miles on it and i would imagine its speakers should break-in by now. I did reach out to a local dealer to upgrade to Bavsound and I was told the following: "According to your vehicle order you have the 676 HiFi sound system. Bavsound unfortunately does not carry a speaker upgrade kit for you vehicle at this time." Does this mean that I am out of luck, are there any upgrade options for my new 540i that would sound better than 676 HiFi sound system? Thanks again for your time and help |
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BavSound tested the fitment and quality on my G30 already. As of last week, they said the G30 kit should be ready anytime soon. I have a few sets on order with them already. Just waiting on the delivery date currently. You are not far from me. Just let me know if you are interested in getting them done.
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This exactly. My E90 was HK, F30 was base.. would absolutely not get anything without HK or higher again.
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They have the system announced on their website.
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They even have the subwoofer upgrade.
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Some are pre-sold.
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You should NEVER order the 5 Series or any more expensive BMW without the HK system, just doesn't make any sense.
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I had the first testing set. The car in the installation video that BavSound made is mine.
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If you are in town, feel free to swing by and listen to my car.
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Here is a diagram of speaker placement for all 3 sound systems.
G30 Audio system Diagrams https://g30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1343257
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