05-30-2018, 05:02 PM | #1 |
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Bavsound Vs Standard Hi Fi In X3 G01
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I have the standard hi fi in my bmw x3, 2018, its horrible.. I was planning to upgrade the the Bavsound, grade 1. What's your experience, input on the Bavsound? How does it affect my warranty. Its only 2000 miles on it. I would like your input. thanks |
05-30-2018, 05:11 PM | #2 |
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I havent seen anyone do the upgrade in a g01 yet, but on other forums people have raved about the upgrade and improved sound. From what others have shared, it is quite a project to replace all the speakers and amp. Would you do it yourself or pay someone else to do it? It shouldnt have any bearing on the warranty unless it is specifically related to the aftermarket install (ie: broken clips or missing screws or burnt amp connections). Be sure to post back if you decide to proceed.
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05-30-2018, 05:24 PM | #4 |
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Standard Hi Fi is fine
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My hearing must be BAD. The standard Hi Fi is great for me. I cant figure our what all of the fuss is about. Maybe I need to see an audiologist???? Wallyf |
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05-30-2018, 05:30 PM | #5 |
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Do you have the standard in the 2018 X3? Have you compared the sound with HK or any other brand? I had a C250 before with HK, and it was beautiful to hear. May be I am used to that....?
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05-30-2018, 05:33 PM | #6 |
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I passed on the HK sound system myself. It did sound great but I find that most of the time I have the volume barely audible. I do on occasion turn my system up and have been pleased with my system. The audio source makes a world of difference.
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05-30-2018, 05:37 PM | #7 |
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Do you have the standard too? I am debating whether to go with the Bavsound or just leave the standard.
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05-30-2018, 05:56 PM | #8 | |
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It seems model specific. The stock system in my 3 series sounded good. My x1 was okay. My i3 was awful with standard sound and I went with HK system. My 4 series convertible is merely adequate with standard and I should have gone with the HK system in that car for top down enjoment. Maybe just give it a few more weeks before you make your decision. |
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05-31-2018, 08:15 PM | #10 |
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Yeah the stock Hi-Fi non HK system sounds okayish when playing really good recordings via USB. Preferably flac files in CD quality or higher.
Spotify sounds pretty awful. Satellite even worse. My F10 5 series sounded miles better. According to bavsound these cars had a much better amp. I've been waiting for bavsound to release their speakers since January. Very tempting. |
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05-31-2018, 11:02 PM | #11 |
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I'm definitely considering picking up the bavsound sub upgrade for the HK system. I feel like the subs are the weakest part of the HK system, as they're kind of muddy.
Does anyone know if they ever go on sale? |
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06-01-2018, 07:49 AM | #12 |
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In years past they go on sale around Christmas time for sure. You may want to give some time for your subs to break-in.
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11-07-2018, 03:22 PM | #16 |
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Has anyone purchased the Bavsound for X3? I am planning to do the purchase pretty soon. The sound system I have now... hi-fi in 2018 X3, is not that great.
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11-07-2018, 08:39 PM | #17 |
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I have been upgrading my HK to BavSound on my previous F06 650GC and current G30 540i.
Besides that, I have installed quite a few customers car on both Hi-Fi and HK equipped BMW. IMHO, HK with BavSound you can notice the difference right away and even better after it broken in. While Base Hi-Fi, it is somewhat hard to notice, mainly because of the weak amp. You will have to crank it up to hear the difference. Unlike the HK with stronger Amp, 1/4 volume, you already can hear the difference. So, if you have Base Hi-Fi system and fine with crancking up, then you don't need amp upgrade. Otherwise, amp upgrade will be much better improvement.
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But some of my customers are fine with just speakers upgrade. So, it would depends on how are you on the improvement. For sure there is sound improvement on the upgrade, just for me personally can't tell huge difference. Maybe it is just me since I used to do SPL.
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It is compatible with G30 and G11/G12. I would say it is, maybe Patrys@BimmerTech can confirm.
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I just checked Bavsound website. They have not released for the 2018, X3 yeah. I will check Bimmertech too. So is it possible to upgrade to stage 1 speakers? Then later on upgrade the amp?
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