A premium audio system. If already in place what audio system is In play?
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Typically this involves creating a 3D model of the car interior. Lower end sound design efforts don't take into account materials and accurate NVH characteristics of the vehicle on motion. The higher end systems like B&O, B&W, Burmester, and Meridian usually work more closely with the automaker including real-world tuning.
I had a 2005 Acura TL. I loved playing DVD-Audio on it, especially Roy Orbison's Black and White Night. By the way, Panasonic made the ELS system (They also made the Fender system in my VW Golf). My Lexus LC500 will play some of my DVD-Audio discs, but not all (LC's had a CD/DVD player until 2024).
Loved the DVD. Had Metallica live and the Eagles live and MY GOD they ruined me for music. Didn’t realize Panasonic made ELS. Thanks for the knowledge
There’s car audio news today from Bose. They have acquired the McIntosh group.
This should mean great things for automotive audio.
The McIntosh CEO says "Gaining access to [Bose] expertise as a pioneer in automotive audio will also help us accelerate our presence and enable us to deliver solutions that are commensurate with our reputation and performance standards.”
see
https://audioxpress.com/news/bose-corporation-acquires-mcintosh-group-luxury-audio-business
This should mean great things for automotive audio.
The McIntosh CEO says "Gaining access to [Bose] expertise as a pioneer in automotive audio will also help us accelerate our presence and enable us to deliver solutions that are commensurate with our reputation and performance standards.”
see
https://audioxpress.com/news/bose-corporation-acquires-mcintosh-group-luxury-audio-business
Love it. I am betwixt Bose/McIntosh and Klipsch for my picks!
I was big on McIntosh till I heard they were acquired by Bose but hopefully like Scout is to VW, they will be to Bose. I guess tube amplification is out of the question? haha
It would be pretty cool to have a pair of analog output level screens front and center but not buying an ICE to get it and regardless as has been stated, the tune(r) is critical given the harsh environment of car audio.
MX1375 Reference Entertainment System:
It would be pretty cool to have a pair of analog output level screens front and center but not buying an ICE to get it and regardless as has been stated, the tune(r) is critical given the harsh environment of car audio.
MX1375 Reference Entertainment System:
- Up to 1375 Watts of power delivered effortlessly through a 24-channel amplifier
- 23 speaker luxury audio system for fully-immersive experience
- 12" dual voice coil subwoofer
- Adaptive 3D Surround Processing
Comsol just released an updated version of their multi-physics simulation software. This is the industry standard for acoustics. The new software better models the effects of materials such as carpet in the vehicle cabin.
For more information and to see an animation of a automotive cabin acoustic simulation, see
https://www.comsol.com/release/6.3/acoustics-module
Klipsch did the car audio system for the new Infinity QX80:
All-new 2025 INFINITI QX80 to feature premium Klipsch® Reference…
All-new 2025 INFINITI QX80 to feature premium Klipsch® Reference Premiere Audio System, powered by Panasonic. Learn More!
I’m curious as to how it sounds.
@Jamie@ScoutMotors is this still being decided on? If so dan we get a vote going on?
There is a thread started to vote. Trying to find it now for you
Scout….following up on this. Please have a good audio system standard and across the board for all trims. Similar to what Tesla does.
Preferably also a great upgrade system. I’ll shell out $5-7K for an audio upgrade. That’s how important it is to my car-driving experience.
Always amazed at how many great car builders put low grade sound systems in their cars. Hopefully Scout doesn't make that mistake. If I've got to pay a bit more for a top grade system, I'll do it. Live in SoCal and spend a lot of time in the car. A good sound system is imperative -- a bad one can actually be a deciding factor in not buying a car. There should never be a reason to spend +$60K on a car and then have to go after market for a sound system. The Harmon Kardon in my BMW X5 was garbage. The JBL system that I have in my '24 Land Cruiser is actually pretty decent (although many do opt to upgrade it).
I don't just want a McIntosh amp -- I want to see some tubes glowing!
I don't just want a McIntosh amp -- I want to see some tubes glowing!
Maybe too retro “Philips Mignon AG2101 Car Turntable”
Hey you never know, vinyl records are making a comeback maybe Cassettes are coming back.
. Hello,
I am hoping that Scout has access to Burmester.
I have owned and drived Cayenne Turbo with Burmester system and It's really good.
Regardless of how crappy audio is, Burmester can handle any music.
Being under VW umbrella, I hope they offer Burmester.
If you look at the options, Burmester is high option than Bose.
Also, Bose have not been making any great innovation compare to other brands.
I am hoping that Scout has access to Burmester.
I have owned and drived Cayenne Turbo with Burmester system and It's really good.
Regardless of how crappy audio is, Burmester can handle any music.
Being under VW umbrella, I hope they offer Burmester.
If you look at the options, Burmester is high option than Bose.
Also, Bose have not been making any great innovation compare to other brands.
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