992 Bose vs Burmester Comparison
10-29-2019, 04:23 PM
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I got my door and Burmester Fixed. The door rattle is gone and I can turn it up.I think it would be good system if bass was more present for 5k. Door woofers aren't strong enough to keep up. Subwoofer isn't that powerful to help.
If anyone if near an Infiniti dealership. Try the Bose in the Q60 S. I come from that and think its better.
If anyone if near an Infiniti dealership. Try the Bose in the Q60 S. I come from that and think its better.
10-29-2019, 04:41 PM
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10-29-2019, 04:50 PM
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Standard audio
I would also like to hear from people who have heard the standard audio. I've been able to get my build down below 127k with everything that I really want in the car including Bose ....but I'm willing to cut the Bose if the standard audio is acceptable and I can save even more.
I've been living with near 20 year old bmw 540i speakers and before that I had standard subaru (base level) audio in my WRX. I think even the standard sound system in the 992 will be a pleasant upgrade.
Back when I owned my 991.1 C2S, the bose system was more than enough for my needs.
I've been living with near 20 year old bmw 540i speakers and before that I had standard subaru (base level) audio in my WRX. I think even the standard sound system in the 992 will be a pleasant upgrade.
Back when I owned my 991.1 C2S, the bose system was more than enough for my needs.
Decided with the standard audio system as when I compared the Bose vs standard, the difference was minimal and not noticeable on FM Radio music source. Slightly more noticeable in mid-range and bass clarity and tone when using Apple Music through CarPlay. But definitely not enough to justify an additional cost. Didn’t get a chance to test BT or other media sources.
The SA also did mention that the standard audio was made by the same manufacturer as the Bose system, and the only difference was the 2 additional speakers and the dedicated Bose Amplifier.
Also the fact that the cabin area is probably 50-60% of a regular Sedan or small SUV, and 10 speakers with the standard system is probably more than sufficient for most audio listening requirements.
10-29-2019, 04:58 PM
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I went through the same decision earlier this month when my build got locked down. Had to keep the costs down as taxes on base vehicle price and options is really high in my market. Bose is about $3500~ and Burmester is a super high $14000~ option.
Decided with the standard audio system as when I compared the Bose vs standard, the difference was minimal and not noticeable on FM Radio music source. Slightly more noticeable in mid-range and bass clarity and tone when using Apple Music through CarPlay. But definitely not enough to justify an additional cost. Didn’t get a chance to test BT or other media sources.
The SA also did mention that the standard audio was made by the same manufacturer as the Bose system, and the only difference was the 2 additional speakers and the dedicated Bose Amplifier.
Also the fact that the cabin area is probably 50-60% of a regular Sedan or small SUV, and 10 speakers with the standard system is probably more than sufficient for most audio listening requirements.
Decided with the standard audio system as when I compared the Bose vs standard, the difference was minimal and not noticeable on FM Radio music source. Slightly more noticeable in mid-range and bass clarity and tone when using Apple Music through CarPlay. But definitely not enough to justify an additional cost. Didn’t get a chance to test BT or other media sources.
The SA also did mention that the standard audio was made by the same manufacturer as the Bose system, and the only difference was the 2 additional speakers and the dedicated Bose Amplifier.
Also the fact that the cabin area is probably 50-60% of a regular Sedan or small SUV, and 10 speakers with the standard system is probably more than sufficient for most audio listening requirements.
10-29-2019, 08:22 PM
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Found the problem. I have apple loss less files being played direct from the cord. The burmester optimization for compressed music was checked. Once I turned it off and waited a minute for it to catch up it worked alot better. It was seperating my lows and mids.
Now the system cranks and have less of a complaint. But I think the door woofers should have been stronger.
My Bose could handle Madonna erotica on full bass. My burmester can't pass level 3.
Now the system cranks and have less of a complaint. But I think the door woofers should have been stronger.
My Bose could handle Madonna erotica on full bass. My burmester can't pass level 3.
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10-29-2019, 11:20 PM
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I got my door and Burmester Fixed. The door rattle is gone and I can turn it up.I think it would be good system if bass was more present for 5k. Door woofers aren't strong enough to keep up. Subwoofer isn't that powerful to help.
If anyone if near an Infiniti dealership. Try the Bose in the Q60 S. I come from that and think its better.
If anyone if near an Infiniti dealership. Try the Bose in the Q60 S. I come from that and think its better.
10-29-2019, 11:23 PM
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when I get the Burmester equipped car in December I'll report back, but based on what I heard in the 991.2 they have at the dealer, I will not be disappointed with the additional $4K spent.
10-30-2019, 07:35 AM
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I got my door and Burmester Fixed. The door rattle is gone and I can turn it up.I think it would be good system if bass was more present for 5k. Door woofers aren't strong enough to keep up. Subwoofer isn't that powerful to help.
If anyone if near an Infiniti dealership. Try the Bose in the Q60 S. I come from that and think its better.
If anyone if near an Infiniti dealership. Try the Bose in the Q60 S. I come from that and think its better.
10-30-2019, 10:20 AM
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10-30-2019, 10:24 AM
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^^ Thank you!
10-30-2019, 02:30 PM
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10-30-2019, 02:40 PM
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Amazing, thank you!
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10-30-2019, 05:51 PM
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I've got Burnmester in my 991. While car was in for service got a new Panamera loaner with Bose (Should sound better than a 911) and IMO it sounded terrible. I agree the Burnmester could use a little more bass but the clarity is SO much better. You can crank the Burnmester up to full volume on Spotify and it sounds clear. If you go for the Burnmester, you will definitely appreciate it when you are cruising down the highway and YOUR song comes on.
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