Aussies: Get the Premium sound upgrade!

[Alext]

It is worth every penny. Seriously. Once I had played around with the tone+equaliser settings and put the DPS to Theater and faded to the rear slightly the sound coming from those 10 speakers was sensational.

I use Michael Jackson's Billie Jean to test sound systems for its great mix of beats, instruments and Michael's excellent vocals.

One Very high bit rate (lossless) MP3's or original CD's perform outstandingly on this sytem at high volumes.

I you are a bit of an audiophile or just enjoy listening to quality music on long journeys then the uprade is worth it.:thumbup:

[Choclove23]

How much..??

[SimonB]

Alex, I upgraded to the 10 speaker system (still don't know it's real name) and I am more than happy with the sound quality off the iPod. Funnily enough, I didn't think I would be, but it's far better than my previous wheels where I'd also upgraded to the Premium system.

[MikeVictor]

This has made me think of another question- I have the speaker upgrade, just not the Pro tuner etc (was having trouble justifying $1400 for that part at the time).

Is it possible to have that option (or any other) fitted after delivery? I expect things like the adaptive lights, sunroof etc must be done at factory but what about CA and other things?

[SimonB]

Originally Posted by mattyv

This has made me think of another question- I have the speaker upgrade, just not the Pro tuner etc (was having trouble justifying $1400 for that part at the time).

Is it possible to have that option (or any other) fitted after delivery? I expect things like the adaptive lights, sunroof etc must be done at factory but what about CA and other things?

Yeah, me too, mattyv (re the additional cost for the Logic7). Anything's possible I guess, but it'd cost waaaay more now. CA'd be a right pain because of the receivers in the doors etc.

[TimMc]

Originally Posted by Alext

It is worth every penny. Seriously. Once I had played around with the tone+equaliser settings and put the DPS to Theater and faded to the rear slightly the sound coming from those 10 speakers was sensational.

I use Michael Jackson's Billie Jean to test sound systems for its great mix of beats, instruments and Michael's excellent vocals.

One Very high bit rate (lossless) MP3's or original CD's perform outstandingly on this sytem at high volumes.

I you are a bit of an audiophile or just enjoy listening to quality music on long journeys then the uprade is worth it.:thumbup:

Great to hear. I'm rather pedantic about my music. This is one of the few extras I did splurge on. BTW, from the research I did before ordering, the top end 1 series system (Hi-Fi sytem Profesional) is not actually Logic 7 and doesn't get the flash aluminium cone speakers & digital signal processing that full on Logic 7 comes with. As long as it sounds good!

I'll have to get a copy of Billie Jean before my delivery in a few weeks! Who's bad?

[AussieRacer]

TimMc Hi-Fi Pro is Logic 7, and the tweeters are aluminum on the Pro.

Despite not having a centre channel, the Logic 7 specs does allow for a virtual centre speaker, which the 1 series Hi-Fi Pro implementation uses.

[amk2912]

Although I have Logic 7 sometimes I drive with the system off and the windows down just to heard the sweet symphony of the N54! :biggrin:

[TimMc]

Originally Posted by AussieRacer

TimMc Hi-Fi Pro is Logic 7, and the tweeters are aluminum on the Pro.

Despite not having a centre channel, the Logic 7 specs does allow for a virtual centre speaker, which the 1 series Hi-Fi Pro implementation uses.

You may well be right Aussie but that's not the way I read the BMW documentation I was privy to. I'll try & find it later. Further, here's what the dealer emailed me.

"> Hi Tim
> The top of the range sound system in the 1 series coupe is the 'Hi Fi
> System professional' not Logic 7 as per input era on the contract which
> will be corrected by admin.
> The attachment I sent earlier is the correct info for the 1 series coupe.
> Let me know if this helps."

[AussieRacer]

I might stand corrected.

The Professional Head Unit definitely states Logic7 on its display, but when I went digging through my old files around the time I got my 120i, I came across the attached PDF. The lack of reference to Logic7 is quite telling! But that was '04, so who knows??

[amk2912]

Originally Posted by TimMc

as per input era on the contract

What is this world coming to??

[BMW86]

Originally Posted by Alext

It is worth every penny. Seriously. Once I had played around with the tone+equaliser settings and put the DPS to Theater and faded to the rear slightly the sound coming from those 10 speakers was sensational.

I use Michael Jackson's Billie Jean to test sound systems for its great mix of beats, instruments and Michael's excellent vocals.

One Very high bit rate (lossless) MP3's or original CD's perform outstandingly on this sytem at high volumes.

I you are a bit of an audiophile or just enjoy listening to quality music on long journeys then the uprade is worth it.:thumbup:

Thanks for your input. I've ordered the Hifi 10 Speaker Sound System ($1115) upgrade and I was a little unsure of how good it would actually sound... I can't wait to hear it now! :headbang:

[SimonB]

Originally Posted by amk2912

What is this world coming to??

Terrible, isn't it? Getting all too common though, I'm afraid.

[harpoon]

I thought it was logic 7 but when you read posts on the main forum regarding the sound system, it sounds like guys in the US have a few settings that we don't have in Aus. so I dont believe it is.

I agree its worth the extra money but still think the bass is a little lacking.

[AussieRacer]

Harppon, US get the same Pro option as us. Difference in terminology comes from those that have iDrive and those that don't. With iDrive the Logic7 surround options are called different names, to the same settings on the Professional Head Unit (no iDrive).

[HondaGoneRogue]

I have it and I feel it was a waste. Worst system of any car I've owned. Half of my angst comes from the fact it is not replaceable, (without mucho $) and there is a very annoying high pitched buzz in the rear right speaker. Also, my front right speaker is now popping and the seems to be no crossover for the highs and mids even tho there are 2 subs under the seats (w/o adjustability). I would definately go for standard with idrive. (way better Ipod navigation). Also: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...ighlight=logic

[white 125M]

I've ordered the HiFi Pro for my BSM 135 coupe - I had a similar system in my Z4 which was just brilliant, plus I heard this system in a 135 that was being delivered to a customer to get an idea of the acoustics and frankly, I was very impressed and definitely want it for the next car. At the end of the day, I'm 44 years old and I just don't want to muck around with head units and speaker combos - I just don't have the patience for this stuff anymore hence I'm happy to get it from BMW. Yeah, probably more expensive but it works very well.

By the way, we've ordered a Black Sapphire Metallic with Lemon interior, Auto, Pro Nav system, anti-dazzle mirror package, HiFi System Logic 7 (that's what it says on the order sheet) and the poplar grey trim. At this stage, we understand that our production run is in Feb 09 with delivery in around Apr or May - geez, it's going to be a bloody long wait but it'll be worth it.

Phil

[BMW86]

Originally Posted by phil_d

I've ordered the HiFi Pro for my BSM 135 coupe - I had a similar system in my Z4 which was just brilliant, plus I heard this system in a 135 that was being delivered to a customer to get an idea of the acoustics and frankly, I was very impressed and definitely want it for the next car. At the end of the day, I'm 44 years old and I just don't want to muck around with head units and speaker combos - I just don't have the patience for this stuff anymore hence I'm happy to get it from BMW. Yeah, probably more expensive but it works very well.

By the way, we've ordered a Black Sapphire Metallic with Lemon interior, Auto, Pro Nav system, anti-dazzle mirror package, HiFi System Logic 7 (that's what it says on the order sheet) and the poplar grey trim. At this stage, we understand that our production run is in Feb 09 with delivery in around Apr or May - geez, it's going to be a bloody long wait but it'll be worth it.

Phil

Congrats on your car mate. I can't believe the wait is on until May!??

[TimMc]

Originally Posted by phil_d

I've ordered the HiFi Pro for my BSM 135 coupe - I had a similar system in my Z4 which was just brilliant, plus I heard this system in a 135 that was being delivered to a customer to get an idea of the acoustics and frankly, I was very impressed and definitely want it for the next car. At the end of the day, I'm 44 years old and I just don't want to muck around with head units and speaker combos - I just don't have the patience for this stuff anymore hence I'm happy to get it from BMW. Yeah, probably more expensive but it works very well.

By the way, we've ordered a Black Sapphire Metallic with Lemon interior, Auto, Pro Nav system, anti-dazzle mirror package, HiFi System Logic 7 (that's what it says on the order sheet) and the poplar grey trim. At this stage, we understand that our production run is in Feb 09 with delivery in around Apr or May - geez, it's going to be a bloody long wait but it'll be worth it.

Phil

Sounds good Phil. The info I read implied that the Z4 had similar sound systems to the 1. I think all E80 series including the Z (82, 83, 87, E?) had the same sound options.

Well done with the new 1!

[stylish.]

I hope the issues that HondaGoneRogue states of doesn't present itself here in Oz! If I was ordering my 135i, I would definately get the best factory sound system!

By the way Phil, I love the lemon interior! I would probably option that as well if I were to configure my 135i. But I only have one major concern though... I wear jeans every 2nd day! Would love feedback from anyone, on how easy/hard it is to clean/maintain!

[Binstar]

I did some reading around about the 3 options. There is a good thread on these forums here: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15839

The top option has the double powered amp with dsp and also has the better metal speaker cones compared to the middle hi-fi option.

[CeeJay]

Originally Posted by stylish.

I love the lemon interior! I would probably option that as well if I were to configure my 135i. But I only have one major concern though... I wear jeans every 2nd day! Would love feedback from anyone, on how easy/hard it is to clean/maintain!

Stylish, I have the lemon interior and haven't had any issues with jeans marking the seats,including new jeans.
Came from having black leather seats in a previous car and maintenance is pretty much the same as what the black seats were.
Also have a friend with a 330i convertible in the same colours as my car ,the interior is as good as new and around 3 years old. She gets it detailed once a month and thats it.
Another advantage is the seats are nowhere near as hot after the car has been in the sun compared to dark leather, a bonus in Queensland!