Best Stereo/ Audio upgrades for E70?

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Originally Posted by encapsul

I bought a 2013 X5 50i. Its loaded and awesome but the one option they didn't upgrade was the Audio. I am a bit of a snob (but not a professional) when it comes to great sounding music.

I read some good things about BavSound speaker upgrades but nothing really definitive comparing one speaker-set to another.

My local shop says they can improve the sound and wants me to just "trust" them...ahem, sorry.

Does anyone have guidance on aftermarket upgrades?

thanks ahead of time.

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Originally Posted by e70msportmia

I have 2011 LCI with the "base audio" and it was SHITTY to say the least! I got a good deal back in December and upgraded to BavSound stage 1. The stage 1 is a good upgrade from the base and would recommend if you are looking for PNP and DIY. Definitely recommend for value and price.

I didn't want this to get crazy expensive but I am sure that other setups sound better but are in the $1000 range.

Good luck!:thumb up:

Keep in mind you guys are talking 2 different 'base' audio systems here.

A 2013 50i has a different base audio setup than a 2011 35i - the 50i has S676A 'Hi-Fi' audio while the '11 35i has S645A base audio. There is a noticeable difference between the two. I would imagine the BAV sound upgrade would make a much bigger difference on the 35i in this case.

encapsul - I've heard mixed results on the BAV sound upgrade. I think it depends on the current system and the individuals ears. Just be clear on what people had before when they say the BAV upgrade is great, worth the $, etc.

If you're serious about upgrading the sound I'd do it right and piece a system together.