Audio System Brand Poll 2.0
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Nahhh. it's from SC. So it needs the SC Squat mode. All the "Country Boys" and Cousin Gfs would be buying Scouts like candy.
That trend actually didn't originate in Carolina as the name suggests; it was born out of Baja Racing in California and became popular after hundreds of drivers posted photos of their squatting vehicles on Instagram. Because of this, the Carolina Squat became a trend that caught on all over the country, especially in the southern states, as well as in North and South Carolina.
Weird science.
I know this is a common take, but I'm sensitive as hell to road noise and my Bronco on 35s needs like 1/4 volume to totally drown out road noise.
The rattles and squeeks from the roof a whole nother story... But tires unless you ride in silence not gonna matter.
Do a web search for "Tesla Romance Mode."Don’t start! We aren’t discussing things people have done in cars!
SpaceX is a hot topic in the divorce, too
edit: Oh S... I thought you said Tesla Bromance Mode"
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As someone who has driven a CX5 for the last 7 years, I'd like a bit of an elaboration on this. Are there other factors at play other than the tires' larger surface area making contact with the pavement? Hopefully the cabin is well insulated
It’s just the nature of larger off road tires. I here trucks a 1-4 mile out sometimes at night-maybe a bit less distance but far enough away it shouldn’t be heard so the interior sound has got to be overwhelmingAs someone who has driven a CX5 for the last 7 years, I'd like a bit of an elaboration on this. Are there other factors at play other than the tires' larger surface area making contact with the pavement? Hopefully the cabin is well insulated
Yikes, thank you for that anecdote. I was in a friend's '24 Bronco a few months back and BEARD OF ZEUS was that thing noisy on the highway. Definitely not an experience I'm looking to recreate for myself in the new Traveller.
Me either but even reasonable 35’s with good tires will add noise and it looks SO good with 35’s. Just have to play music loud enough to tone down the road noise.
My "Beautiful, Bombastic & Brutally Epic" playlist on Spotify will hopefully take care of that, then.
Tread patterns massively influence noise levels.As someone who has driven a CX5 for the last 7 years, I'd like a bit of an elaboration on this. Are there other factors at play other than the tires' larger surface area making contact with the pavement? Hopefully the cabin is well insulated
Cheap mud terrains will howl and a quality all terrain will be much harder to notice despite being the same size.
Large tires are usually associated with noise but oversized tires also tend to have more aggressive tread patterns since they tend to be more offroad focused.
Nice pink and red lighting with built in Barry White sound track -brown chicken brown cow!!!
Dear @Jamie@ScoutMotors... lol
I’m not a professional in audio, but for me a high-quality sound system is non-negotiable. If the audio experience doesn’t meet a certain standard, I simply won’t buy the vehicle. It’s a true dealbreaker.
I know my preference leans toward a stadium-style sound profile: wide, dynamic, immersive, and energetic. That’s what makes music feel alive, especially on longer drives. It’s also why, from the options presented, Klipsch stood out. It aligns closely with that kind of listening experience.
I’m also the type of buyer who actively evaluates audio quality. I keep a dedicated test playlist with tracks designed to expose system strengths and weaknesses. Subtle background elements, instrument separation, and tonal balance that lower-end or poorly tuned systems simply can’t reproduce. I’m not unique in this; there’s a meaningful segment of buyers who care deeply about in-cabin audio and use it as a key decision factor.
Because of that, tuning flexibility matters just as much as hardware. Basic bass and treble controls aren’t enough. What would really stand out is a system that offers well-designed sound profiles (stadium, concert hall, intimate, etc.) and/or deeper EQ customization for users who want to fine-tune their experience. Based on the CES demo Nicole gave, the interface already shows strong potential to support this in a way that’s intuitive and not overwhelming. That’s a real opportunity to differentiate.
I’ll also be direct about priorities: I would absolutely accept a modest tradeoff in range for a properly engineered system with a real subwoofer and amplifier. For some of us that’s added value, not a compromise.
Active noise cancellation would be a welcome addition, particularly for long-distance comfort, but I want to be able to turn it off to preserve audio fidelity when desired.
On a broader note, a great sound system isn’t just a feature, it’s something owners experience every time they drive. It has an outsized impact on perceived quality, daily enjoyment, and long-term satisfaction. Done right, it becomes part of the vehicle’s identity and a reason people advocate for the brand.
And for what it’s worth, I care about this deeply, but I’m not the guy blasting music at stoplights. I just want the experience inside the vehicle to be exceptional.
I’m not a professional in audio, but for me a high-quality sound system is non-negotiable. If the audio experience doesn’t meet a certain standard, I simply won’t buy the vehicle. It’s a true dealbreaker.
I know my preference leans toward a stadium-style sound profile: wide, dynamic, immersive, and energetic. That’s what makes music feel alive, especially on longer drives. It’s also why, from the options presented, Klipsch stood out. It aligns closely with that kind of listening experience.
I’m also the type of buyer who actively evaluates audio quality. I keep a dedicated test playlist with tracks designed to expose system strengths and weaknesses. Subtle background elements, instrument separation, and tonal balance that lower-end or poorly tuned systems simply can’t reproduce. I’m not unique in this; there’s a meaningful segment of buyers who care deeply about in-cabin audio and use it as a key decision factor.
Because of that, tuning flexibility matters just as much as hardware. Basic bass and treble controls aren’t enough. What would really stand out is a system that offers well-designed sound profiles (stadium, concert hall, intimate, etc.) and/or deeper EQ customization for users who want to fine-tune their experience. Based on the CES demo Nicole gave, the interface already shows strong potential to support this in a way that’s intuitive and not overwhelming. That’s a real opportunity to differentiate.
I’ll also be direct about priorities: I would absolutely accept a modest tradeoff in range for a properly engineered system with a real subwoofer and amplifier. For some of us that’s added value, not a compromise.
Active noise cancellation would be a welcome addition, particularly for long-distance comfort, but I want to be able to turn it off to preserve audio fidelity when desired.
On a broader note, a great sound system isn’t just a feature, it’s something owners experience every time they drive. It has an outsized impact on perceived quality, daily enjoyment, and long-term satisfaction. Done right, it becomes part of the vehicle’s identity and a reason people advocate for the brand.
And for what it’s worth, I care about this deeply, but I’m not the guy blasting music at stoplights. I just want the experience inside the vehicle to be exceptional.
I used to care a lot more about audio systems, what was that you were saying?
Ok, all hearing jokes aside - I have not felt the real need to change out the audio in any new car I have purchased in 25 years - although I did change out the audio in a used car I purchased that was made since then. And honestly, I changed it out more to get wireless carplay than get better sound quality.
Ok, all hearing jokes aside - I have not felt the real need to change out the audio in any new car I have purchased in 25 years - although I did change out the audio in a used car I purchased that was made since then. And honestly, I changed it out more to get wireless carplay than get better sound quality.
When I posted that poll a while back the consensus seemed to be that every wanted a really good Scout or unbranded system.
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