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Old 05-06-2017, 11:35 PM
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hello guys/gals, i have a 2015 Turbo with the bose system in it. what is the very best audio format that the PCM will play. it has the jukebox, aux, usb and cd

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Depending on how Your music was downloaded, tons on here about that in other forums, what i got out of it, the cd will give the best...
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Take a look at this link; https://rennlist.com/forums/991/8447...y-for-pcm.html
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the URL above leads to...
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Old 05-18-2017, 08:40 AM
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How about:

https://rennlist.com/forums/991/8447...y-for-pcm.html


I believe in that thread someone notes AAC is the best one can hope for in the PCM system,

As always, YMMV...
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https://rennlist.com/forums/991/8447...y-for-pcm.html


The above URL should read: 844734-how-to-create-a-digital-music-library-for-pcm.html
I do not know why it is getting abbreviated and the browser cannot follow the link.
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Unfortunately, the Bose system is woefully inadequate for any Porsche vehicle. Tinny, thin sounding crap, and that's considered an upgrade over the base system!!!!!. Without question, Porsche needs to changer their audio partner.

The Burmeister system is way too expensive to seriously consider (and the Bose costs way more than it should). There has to be some kind of audio system available to Porsche above the Bose in quality (but below the Burmeister, and it really shouldn't cost more than the current Bose). BMW and Mercedes audio systems are far superior.

Overall, in my GT3 it doesn't really matter, but in the Macan and my wife's Cayenne, the pathetic audio performance of the Bose system is inexcusable, particularly at the cost.
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I had a 993 C4S around 2000 - my first Porsche. I was *so* disappointed in the base level sound system that came with the (when new) $85K car. I purchased it used and out of warranty and always thought it was shameful to provide such a crappy system.

This time around I bought a lightly used Macan with the Burmester system. Each time I listen to it I think 'OMG!!!'. It's like listening to an in-home high-end sound system. Yes it's pricey - no doubt. The sound is phenomenal!!!

I have not listened to the Macan base level system nor the Bose system. I decided, based on dozens of posts & reviews I would hold out for a nice example that also had the Burmester system. I am *so* glad I did.
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Originally Posted by 1pvr
Unfortunately, the Bose system is woefully inadequate for any Porsche vehicle. Tinny, thin sounding crap, and that's considered an upgrade over the base system!!!!!. Without question, Porsche needs to changer their audio partner.

The Burmeister system is way too expensive to seriously consider (and the Bose costs way more than it should). There has to be some kind of audio system available to Porsche above the Bose in quality (but below the Burmeister, and it really shouldn't cost more than the current Bose). BMW and Mercedes audio systems are far superior.

Overall, in my GT3 it doesn't really matter, but in the Macan and my wife's Cayenne, the pathetic audio performance of the Bose system is inexcusable, particularly at the cost.
It's pretty shameful that it sounds the way it does in this calibre of car – The biggest limitation is the tweeters though. They're harsh, fatiguing, and overall poor quality. We've actually had a few people use our 991 Tweeters in the Macan platform. They fit right in under the factory grilles and improve the Bose sound a good deal. It's no magical fix, but definitely a more enjoyable listen.

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Originally Posted by 12v Nick
... our 991 Tweeters in the Macan platform. They fit right in under the factory grilles ...
I'm in.
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I'm in.
Shoot me an email Dave – it would be my privilege to get you a pair.

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Originally Posted by 12v Nick
Shoot me an email Dave – it would be my privilege to get you a pair.

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Ding! You've got mail
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Dave, have you installed the tweeters yet? Any impressions on install in the Macan and sound?

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Dave, have you installed the tweeters yet? Any impressions on install in the Macan and sound?
Nick does these tweeters in batches. I'm in the currently-filling batch. A couple of weeks yet. I will report back when they're in. Expect late July.
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Looking forward to it!


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