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Hey everyone, since this is an audio thread I will let you know how I am progressing with my audio testing.
Over bluetooth the results have been....disappointing to say the least. The best codec I can get the truck to negotiate to on a regular basis is AAC. It doesn't even seem to support AptX at all (already thought this but my testing is confirming it). Now that I have my truck back from the wrap shop I am going to be doing some frequency analysis using some pink/white/brown noise sources and some studio microphones inside the cabin.
Specifically I am going to be comparing Spotify in different configurations to Bluetooth. So far I am still seeing that the audio sources we have available don't make good use of the Meridian system.
Over bluetooth the results have been....disappointing to say the least. The best codec I can get the truck to negotiate to on a regular basis is AAC. It doesn't even seem to support AptX at all (already thought this but my testing is confirming it). Now that I have my truck back from the wrap shop I am going to be doing some frequency analysis using some pink/white/brown noise sources and some studio microphones inside the cabin.
Specifically I am going to be comparing Spotify in different configurations to Bluetooth. So far I am still seeing that the audio sources we have available don't make good use of the Meridian system.
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Yeah the sound system has been the cherry of top. I did not really think about it, all cars claim to have an amazing sound system... But this one does !!
Listening a lot of singer-songwriters, and the voice comes out so crisp.
Listening to classical, I could hear even the soft parts when doing 70mph (obviously the sound proofing and lack of engine noise helped)
Listening a lot of singer-songwriters, and the voice comes out so crisp.
Listening to classical, I could hear even the soft parts when doing 70mph (obviously the sound proofing and lack of engine noise helped)
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CommodoreAmiga
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Mine must be broken. The Meridian system is a huge disappointment. I miss my Bowers & Wilkins. Even The lowly Harmon Kardon in my spouses Volvo runs circles around my R1T audio.
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It must be broken or your settings are off somehow. I get into the Rivian and is best I have had stock. None compare. Most of them even sound like trash now. The B&O on platinum explorer is OK but not great. I have also had B&O on other high end Ford models. The Tesla system is very good but still doesn’t touch Rivian when properly configured. You have to get the settings right for what works best for you. Many other vehicles sound like they are distorted to me and try to overcompensate bass. I most recently have driven a jeep grand Cherokee trailhawk 2019, and that is a really bad system in my opinion, but maybe just the vehicle too. I don’t know. I have only driven one. I have driven enough Tesla vehicles and B&O to be able to form opinion overall.
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Tunein should do it
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After lots of testing, switching back and forth and experimentation, I've found that for me 3D Enhanced set to off gives the better audio quality. With it being off, the music is much more tight and accurate, where 3D Enhanced sounds good initially but starts to grate on the ears at times and you can hear wandering bass and overly sharp highs -- vocals also seem to get pushed to the back. Just one person's opinion. I'd describe myself as a passionate audio enthusiast, but not necessarily an audiophile.
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R1Tom
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Either broken or bad settings. Easily best factory system I have ever heard...and I am an audio nut...
Have I heard better aftermarket...without any doubt.
But factory...the Meridian is excellent.
R1Tom
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Glad you decided to get the R1!Holy....dialed in this sound system. Speechless. See my setting. Destroys my Model 3 and S90 Bowers and Wilkins. Check out my settings....volume 20 to 22. Pink Floyd "wish you were here" will BLOW your mind. Angel, Sarah McLachlan will put you in a trance. Simply Amazing. Rivian....hats off, guys. PS- Soundstage "on" or "enhanced" will be a personal preference. I'm a huge sound-stage guy and Enhanced is what I prefer.
A few more that sound good on this thing...
Sarah McLachlan Possession
Bush Glycerine
Smashing Pumpkins Cherub Rock
Gordon Lightfoot If you could read my mind
Post Malone I Like you
