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F15 with Harmon Kardon - Speaker Upgrade Worth It?
I have a 2016 F15 35d with harmon kardon and am wondering if anyone has done either the bimmer tech or bavsound sub upgrade. They seem to only recommend the sub upgrades and nothing else. If anyone has done it...is it worth it? Any other additions that you would recommend outside of the subs only. My current system is just OK in my opinion. I was expecting a bit better from a premium harmon kardon setup.
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07-13-2019, 10:47 PM | #3 |
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HK just ok? Really?
Have you messed with the equalizer at all? What are you looking for? More bass? Treble? |
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07-13-2019, 11:17 PM | #4 |
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I actually haven't messed with it too much at all. I was going to start looking for some settings to try out and see if i can improve it at all depending on how this post went. I am not necessarily looking for more of anything specific, but overall.
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There's been threads here in the past with people adjusting the equalizer and being happier with the sound. |
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07-14-2019, 05:09 AM | #7 |
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Making adjustments to the equalizer will make a BIG difference. Give it a try, and let us know if you hear an improvement.
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07-14-2019, 11:41 AM | #8 |
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I was skeptical on upgrading HK speakers to BavSound
But, 3 years ago, I decided to give it a shot on my 650GC and was surprised. Since then, I upgraded my G30 540i with HK to BavSound on the first week of ownership. It is such a good improvement. AFAIK, BMW HK use the same speakers as BMW HIFI, just different Amp.
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I am considering adding a sub (with dedicated amp) but am on the fence. I think the 8" subs in place now would serve as excellent mid-bass drivers but I am skeptical they can go low, especially with bmwx1sq's statement about the amp. I figured it was a bit under-powered for the whole system but didn't know if others felt that way.
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07-17-2019, 11:16 AM | #15 |
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I adjusted my equalizer using some options provided on the forums but turn logic7 off which to me sounded better. I have HK, is it better to have Logic7 on and adjust equalizer then?
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I had B&O previously and absolutely hate the HK system. Too much crackle at certain frequencies and very limited depth.
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Your cheapest and probably the most efficient way is to add a separate sub 10-12" in the trunk. That's what I did and I love the sound now. I usually keep my equalizer flat and Logic 7 on.
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07-17-2019, 04:38 PM | #19 |
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Thanks for this comment. I want to do the same and was hoping to hear from someone that actually did it. Now we will just have to see how long I can hold off before pulling the trigger.
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I've got 2 shallow mount 10" JL audio subs and slim qbox enclosures. |
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For classical, better speakers and amps might be the ticket. |
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