AMG Nath

Hi all...ive posted previously regarding a C63 AMG that i am looking at which had the 08 style mirrors and have been advised by my dealer that they will swap a pair of 09 style mirrors that they have from another black C63 which has just come in.

However...ive jut found out that it dosen't have Harmon Kardon, so i wanted an honest opinion from you guys as to whether the standard MB stereo is any good??

Spec on the car is Black, Carbon fibre trim, parktronik, COMMAND, 19" rims and AMG floor mats.

Ape

I thought the HK was part of the COMMAND package? IMO I would go with the HK stereo if you can. I have not heard the base system, but the HK is pretty nice.

GBlansten

For our US market then yes the 320 Multimedia Package includes the HK stereo and the COMAND system.

He may live in a different country.

I have no idea what the base stereo sounds like.

AMG Nath

Im from the UK and Harmon Kardon isnt included with the COMMAND package!

Anyone got just the base stereo that they can give some feedback on?

Thanks

peet

Not overly helpful as it's a "colonies" thought... 1) the best stereo comes from the twin mufflers. I usually listen to talk radio or have it off just to hear that music. If you play anything loudish, you may miss shifts and see red on your speedo. 2) fwiw - the HK is by far the best factory sound system I've yet to hear. I've ALWAYS modded every single car I've owned for the ICE setup. This is the first time I'm not even tempted. (though I wish we got ipod control on the display).

My recommendation is take the sound system - ditch the mirrors. You won't see them 90% of the time anyhow! Furthermore, when you go to sell in X years, the mirrors won't matter, but the H&K might add some value.

Enjoy either one though!

soldier2304

+2

Jae Duk

What c63 doesn't have HK installed at the dealership? Just ask to check out the C300 and compare. Personally I think it sounds great!!

Fr33kn63

Here in the US I am pretty sure all of the AMG's comes standard with the HK system. The upgrade is for the Bose sound system.
I have heard the Base system in some c350's and its ok, but when command is involved i am suprised that its not HK!?!?
Where are you from?

Shellbmb

The HK stock system is one of the very few I've had that I have not wanted to change out for an aftermarket sound. My wife has a Mark Levinson system in her Lexus and I think the HK blows it away.

But I have not listened to the stock system to compare.

I've found I use the PCMCIA slot the most of all. I'll load tons of music onto large CF cards, and it sounds awesome!! But the best sound, aside from the sound coming from my tail pipes, is from the one or two DVD-Audio discs that I still have. Dishwalla's Opaline is a fantastic CD and on DVD-Audio it sounds incredible! There aren't too many titles out there on DVD-A, since its really no longer supported.

wuyichao

I think Harman Kardon in our cars are really ****ty. HK stereo in a Range Rover sounds 10x better than our cars, I don't know why. I'd rather just get base stereo system and enjoy my exhaust note.

I sat in my friend's Audi S5 last night, and that B&O system sounds amazing!

veightkiller

if you listen to music all the time and want it loud id try to get the HK and forget the mirrors. If it's for me i really don't care co'z i don't listen to music all the time just my .02 goodluck!

wuyichao

to be honest with you, people won't notice the mirror difference unless they own a C63.

lovnlife

If you don't get the HK, you'll need to install an aftermarket sound system. The standard system sucks.

RM-6302

I did a number of side by side comparison listening sessions before I ordered, and the standard stereo is absolutely not good. If you are going to upgrade with aftermarket components, then stay with the stock system. If you want really good sound without having to add any components then the multi-media package is an easy way to get a really nice sounding car stereo. My 2 cents.

peet

You're comparing the B&O to the HK? LOL, that's like saying the Veyron is tons faster than a C63 - so you should get the Veyron. DOH.

The B&O Audi option is like $5k just for the audio add on!!!! For that kind of bread, it better give ____ (insert sexual act of your choosing).

I did a full A/D/S and Dynaudio system (before they cheapened the product line!!) for $2500 and it even did time domain shifting.

Compare the H&K to the likes of Levinson in Lexus, the H&K in BMW 3 series and Bose - the competitors for this price point - and the C63 is the clear winner.

Regardless, my original concept stands - in six years - the buyer or dealer trade-in rep won't give a d@mn about your mirrors, they will care about the factory premium audio and dock you around $500-700 (or your currency equiv).

Peet

wuyichao

Too bad, for an addition of $850, you read that right, $850, you can have B&O in your Audi S5. Yes, you are right, B&O does give a ____ than the ****ty HK system in our C63. So you might want to do your Buggati vs AMG analogy again...

marcus25

In the Audi A8 the B&O is a 6k dollar option and it is amazing. One of the best ever made(if not the best).
I have the B&O system in my Q5 and it is amazing, you can turn it all the way without any funny noises.

mbe3504matic

No the BMW M stereo is much better then the AMG HK system. Listen to one yourself and compare.