Sound System on the New Golf

[readerr0r]

The Skoda has the option to spec the canton audio system, when paired with the Discover Pro you get 5.1 surround. General comments I've read has put the Canton ahead of the Mk7 Dynaudio system, but since you've got Golf R money the B&O system in the S3 would be streets ahead of either.

Stock speakers in most VAG cars are pretty pleasant, when I paired my Polo speakers with a good quality amp and subwoofer I was amazed with the results. I actually wonder if I'm better going that route with the Octavia instead of ordering the Canton.

[zardoz]

The cabin rumble issues with the Octavia (and the absence of skoda dealers within a reasonable distance) was the reason why I didn't opt for a new Octavia. I'd love to compare the Canton system with the Dynaudio (I'd put most Dynaudio home loudspeakers above the Cantons I've auditioned in the past but no idea what goes on with the cars) and given the Discover Pro's DVD-Audio capability, would love to find out if surround audio actually works from these discs... and how viable a surround sound environment is in a car.

The Dynaudio system is NZ$2150 as an option on a GTI. The Canton system is what, 900 bucks or so? I realise that price is never a good indicator but I'd expect the Dynaudio to have a bit more in it than the Canton. That said, audio is personal and it depends on the music you're listening to.

Now, I'd love to know if the Discover Pro is any different to listen to vs. the Discover Nav on the same speakers...

[jomandybri]

Went into a dealer today and they said there is a new system coming out in about 12 weeks which is essntially a rectangle that gets velcroed to the back of the rear seats and gets wired in. No idea on price or details, I didn't think to ask any more at the time sadly.

[zardoz]

This is known as the "plug and play" add-on sound system upgrade. Sadly, it's not as plug and play as they describe and it won't upgrade the speakers but I believe that it does provide additional amplifier and subwoofer capabilities in that unit.

[Alex31]

I got to listen to the Dynauido system in a mk6 golf r and the B&O in a 8v S3... I thought the Dynauido was a good system until you put your favorite song on in the Audi..... Wow just wow it is light years ahead of the Dynauido ( and it is not a bad system either) just so full, clear and crisp sound out of the B&O.
Audi for the win when it comes to sound


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[choC]

This is known as the "plug and play" add-on sound system upgrade. Sadly, it's not as plug and play as they describe and it won't upgrade the speakers but I believe that it does provide additional amplifier and subwoofer capabilities in that unit.

That's the one that replaces the spare wheel isn't it?

Here is a link:
Accessories : Owners : Volkswagen UK

Would love to know if that is going to be available here in AU.

[Matt P]

the other option (what i have) is a plug and play upgrade like this (MATCH by Audiotec Fischer)

[choC]

Does the AU Mk7 R come with Digital Radio? Can't find much info on the actual features of the stock system.

[CT69]

choC: standard in the UK, but not even an option in Australia, to the best of my knowledge

[choC]

Seriously, what have we done to deserve this? It's not like it would be that hard or expensive to include.

I'll probably be spending about 2-3k on replacing the entire audio system it seems, which is a bit of a downer on a $60K+ car sold in 2014.