R2 Launch Edition Sound System

[garysekorski]

I love to listen to my Classic rock real loud when I drive. Can someone let me know if this sound system can deliver very loud and clear?
There must be more people out there who love this as much as I do, please let me know.
What are some of the specs like total watts, THD etc.

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[Mos Eisley]

There are many threads, one long one in particular here debating the audio. From the earliest demo I've stated it was very good - with very flexible EQ settings. Since the latest OTA it's even better. If you know the current Tesla Model Y stereo - it's not that good as nothing else is in an EV currently.
Atmos support is good and has gotten better. If you are an audio purist like me and appreciate clarity and balance, it's very good. The "immersive audio" setting was just OK, it's gotten better since the OTA. If you prefer to unnaturally boost levels of bass etc. to levels the original audio mix did not intend - it's still good - but it won't replace 500W sub in the trunk.
975W, two subs, two force-balanced mid-subs, 9 speakers in total.

 

[DaveA]

After the last few updates, it sounds really good. I mentioned in another thread that 80s rock sounds really good to my ears and can be cranked up. You just have to dial in the EQ.

Pro tip: Move the fader halfway between its standard setting toward the rear. Out of the box its very dash speaker focused.

 

[dcdttu]

Pro tip: Move the fader halfway between its standard setting toward the rear. Out of the box its very dash speaker focused.

I'm not sure if some realize this, but the sound stage should be in front of you. This was an intentional choice by Rivian, and is also how Tesla's amazing audio systems work. Music should be coming from in front of you, not behind you. Moving the fader to be rear biased defeats this, and also negates/interferes with any immersion setting you have.

Each to their own, but the front-biased sound stage is very much intentional, and a I appreciate that Rivian and Tesla have done this vs. aim speakers at your ankes.

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