The ULTIMATE way to decide on HARMON vs. STOCK speakers - Page 2

10-03-2012, 01:23 AM

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Question for you guys/gals, what sound setting do you use to listen to CDs or Mp3, straight stereo or the surround setting? I tried the surround for HD FM (Dealer set it that way), and it was VERY tinny, not good at all. Changed to stereo and am very happy. Have not gone back and tried the surround with a CD. Thanks

If you're referring to the Logic 7 surround yes, I always have it turned on, it sounds heaps better than the standard setting. In my opinion not much point having the HK option/upgrade if you're not going to use the surround feature. Each to their own I guess.

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10-03-2012, 01:31 AM

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The HK sub is very small. Definitely smaller than 8" (at least the stock one for the R is).

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10-03-2012, 11:46 AM

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The HK sub is very small. Definitely smaller than 8" (at least the stock one for the R is).

It is an 8" (200mm).

http://mercedes.harmankardon.com/en/...***/index.aspx

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10-03-2012, 12:21 PM

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This has me quite curious then. I'd certainly like to see one of the B&O systems in person.

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10-03-2012, 12:38 PM

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I have to say that when I test drove the Porsche Cayanne, I also got to test drive 2 cars, 1 with Bose and other with Burmeister... and the Burmeister sounded just stunning... it was similarly priced to the B&O in Merc.. saying that, the Bose was not a bad system either which I would say is comparable to the HK. I have ordered the HK but not had a chance to listen to it yet!!!