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I wonder if it's possible that your original system sounded better because it was tuned and the settings were wiped or lost when the booster was replaced?
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For sure the input changes things as well, FM seems loudest compared to my USB stick. |
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12-20-2023, 03:47 PM | #25 |
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I have a 2019 and the booster got replaced under warranty because it kept loosing sound from the subs.
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Thanks all for your input.
I tried something different today because I have bimmercode and a OBD II link. I managed to get into my system where it has the head unit and did a refresh or code reset and it seemed to do the trick. I think it may have been goofed up from one of the settings and a recent i-drive update. Now it's so loud I'm not used to it, but I am so glad it's fixed and it sounds so much clearer and deeper. Like I said before I can barely put it at half volume. |
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I am more than pleased with my HK system and don’t regret spending the extra money for it.
However I will say that my 2004 CLK500 cabriolet which had a Bose system had a much more powerful bass that could be appreciated when driving with the top down. |
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Ignoring resale (just on personal preference): would you take the HK again if it were a "free option"? Or how much extra would you pay for it?
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If I could do it again, I'd go base system.
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Does the base system have Logic 7 as well or does it sound like the HK with logic 7 OFF?
Some people swear by turning Logic 7 off with the HK, but it sounds like crap to my ears. With L7 ON it sounds much richer and full. |
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12-28-2023, 12:03 PM | #32 |
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With logic 7 off, it sounds absolutely awful so no... I really don't think so. Turning that off just turns off all of the rear speakers. I don't even understand the point in it.
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I can emphatically reply that the base system with the Alpha One or MatchUP 8DSP, (the Match cost roughly the same as the HK option) blows the HK system out of the water. I am very happy with the upgrade I made. If I ever were to decide to move up, I’d gonfor base system and take the 8 DSP with me!
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Try disable the ASD by coding, the bass will be much better.
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Are the speaker drivers the same between the various levels? Meaning, if you get the base system and add the amp, are the actual front speakers and behind-the-seat subs the same?
(In the 1-series, the different systems changed the actual speakers - you would get smaller speakers under the seat and no tweeters in the door sail panels. I am not too familiar with how the Z4's are configured, but may very well end up owning one and would love to know.) |
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Base system had more depth of sound and deeper/more pronounced bass punch. Filled the cabin, made me feel it in my chest. Not so much with this HK system.
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First time driving the Z4 in a few weeks.
I did enable the Spotify car app, only to realize that I need to set up a playlist in Spotify so I have something to compare. Will have the playlist ready for the next clear weekend. Quote:
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Finally put a Spotify playlist together that mostly mirrors one I use in the car often. Should be warm enough to test it out tomorrow, top up and top down.
Wish I were doing this today but waiting on a call and need to be in front of the computer…. |
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Hey guys, I bought a 2020 m40i last week and love it with the exception of the sound being lackluster. I thought it was because mine doesn't have the executive package and thus the premium audio. Reading through this thread the regular sound system is supposed to be loud? I have to turn mine up to 75% to really even hear it. Got in and messed around with the settings but nothing seems to help.
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