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Nov 26th, 2018, 14:11 | #1 |
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Bowers & Wilkins v Harman Kardon
I know this has been discussed previously but thought it interesting to see both systems mentioned in a top-20 list of all car manufacturer / audio system combinations.
Summary seems to be they are both good, comes down to money and diminishing returns Volvo and Bowers & Wilkins ...if you’re after the best sound experience in a new Volvo, the Sensus Connect with Premium Sound by Bowers & Wilkins is one of the finest systems at any price. Available in the larger models, this 1,400-watt, 18-speaker system even contains a Gothenburg Concert Hall sound setting, which has to be heard to be believed. https://www.msn.com/en-gb/cars/owner...anntp#image=12 Volvo and Harman Kardon The 600-watt Premium Sound audio in the Volvo XC40 is the latest in-car system from Harman Kardon and includes 13 speakers, 7.1-channel surround sound, vehicle noise compensation and automatic level adjustment. At £550, it’s a no-brainer. https://www.msn.com/en-gb/cars/owner...anntp#image=11
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Problem is the difference is so big many cannot justify it, myself included, even though I could have easily afforded it, it is a lot of money to pay to listen to music in the car.
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I think B&W is just an extravagance option. It is the most expensive option available for all CMA and SPA. A total waste of money imho.
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The other day I had a chance to try B&W in V60 but I was not very much impressed, probably my audio source was not good or something. Anyway, I cannot justify its price (2500EUR) so I will opt for HK instead (800EUR), mainly for the subwoofer and then also for the hope that it will sound better than the standard system.
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But is it worth £2,500? No.
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Good quality in-car audio system is top priority for me due to the amount of tie I spend inside. I have experienced a few top end systems (Burmeister, H&K, B&O etc) and have to say at the moment B&W is the best overall. Consistent performance in all ranges.
Shame I can't get FLAC files to play however Spotify at High quality is also really good.
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£3k in XC/V/S90 !!
Having had all the upgraded sound systems in various cars, I am convinced B&W is the best in so many ways, close second being the original Dynaudio from c.2008. The later Premium Sound and H-K were good but a little disappointing by comparison. But would I buy it new at full price? No! Just lucky to have got it in a really high-spec used car...!
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So I will have to live with Apple Music streaming (BT, WiFi or cable) or USB I kind of think that spending 800 for HK will be a waste money but I cannot help myself. The standard audio is OK but there is a tiny hope that HK will be noticable better...
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