I was doing some research into the Bavsound for my 2013 JCW with HK and it looks like the only package available is the 2 tweeters and 2 midrange front speakers. Are there plans to create a full package including the under-seat subs like the F-series cars? The price seems pretty reasonable for the package as is, but I'm curious as to how much of a difference I will notice from these 4 speakers. I currently have the bass levels set to -4 and treble up +4 or so to make music seem "balanced".

 

If install is more than you want to cover, you may want to consider knocking it our yourself... If you can put together IKEA furniture, you can do it. Honestly.

 

It's the rear speakers that are not easy for me to get to. Too old and inflexible now. Even your install video had him going off the rails in a cursing fit, scared me off of DIY.

 

Your vehicle doesn't have under seat subs, so unfortunately we aren't going to be making them / offering them for your car.

That said, you'd be surprised at the difference 4 speakers can make, especially those closest to your ears. Midrange + high frequency (tweeters) are the two most important parts of the audio spectrum to human hearing; an upgrade in that frequency range with your front speakers is far and away the biggest bang for the buck that any audio upgrade can provide. In fact, for customers on a budget, that's what we suggest if they can't afford our "full" Stage One that's available for other applications.

I know you'll love the upgrade, but if you don't, your purchase is fully protected; we offer a 100 Day In-Car Trial. If you're not in love, pay someone to remove the product, send it back, and send us the bill; we'll refund you for all of it, including installation costs. We're able to offer this because we know how much you'll appreciate the upgrade, and because basically no one ever takes us up on this offer.

 

Doh, I didn't even realize that the R56 didn't have under-seat subs. Thanks for clarifying i'll have to think about it, I saw the installation video and looks fairly straightforward. I don't mind the HK audio as is, but I'm curious as to how much better it could sound...I do plan on keeping this car a while (only 13.8k miles on it!) and may be commuting between Sac/Bay Area for school soon.

 

Install in your car is ridiculously easy. Mere minutes.

Biggest difference is clarity, detail, richness, liveliness, etc. Lots of customers with HK upgrade and rave about the difference.

 

Heard the same back form your reps, very happy with just dropping in the Stage 1, but with the top down I think I'll try the alpine power pack to get a few more db out if he system.

 

Naylia, was the stage 1 the tweeter and midrange (2x tweeter 2x midrange) for you as well? Do you notice significant increases in sound quality?

 

I have the base system, so the Stage 1 is a single pod that has a midrange and discreet tweeter in the same unit (not the A-pillar ear level discrete tweeters). Easily noticeable and very solid improvement in clarity of sound. Here's a pic of the stock vs bavsound side by side. Huge difference in quality of construction.

 

Looks like there is a grill for another speaker in the lower corner of the door .
Do you have a direct replacement for that one as well ?

Also, What is the Alpine power boost the other person mentioned?
Is that a kit for the mini as well ?

 

Alpine Power Pack is just a very small 45W after market amplifier that connect between your stereo and the speakers to provide more power. You would use the "universal" version. They're like a $100 on Amazon.

 

We don't have a replacement for the larger door speaker, but it's definitely on the radar. Right now we are still building our Mini product line as well as overall business. As sales increase for Mini we are likely to begin focusing more development efforts on further projects and upgrades. I can't promise anything right now, but it's certainly possible, yes.

 

Yep, more power is always nice in a convertible. You can typically get away with it in a hardtop, but if you like jammin' out with the top down, an amp doesn't hurt things.

 

Still LOVE, LOVE, LOVE listening to music in my 2013 MCS!!! I installed the Integral Audio full soundstage & sub kit as soon as I took delivery in Jan 2013. The price did seem high initially but is worth EVERY penny. I now think maybe it was too reasonable...Just the endless hours of engineering to create an "exactness" of soundstage fill inside the car is a feat that only after some listening time can be fully appreciated.

The sound accuracy, separation, clarity and depth is still such a joy to hear 5 years later. Just the other day I was listening to a track with some very subtle complex base notes and STILL marvel over how perfectly they resonate inside the car.

Also, Integral Audio is the best vendor. As many will testify, Kevin Bennett stands behind his products before and after the sale and will personally take the time to help anyone.

Now the downside of owning the Integral Audio kit.... becoming obsessed with the fantastic sound quality! Satellite radio sounds OK (but too compressed). I now only listen to CDs or a Gen5 Ipod (with the Wolfson chip) loaded with lossless tracks to really enjoy the sound accuracy. And, I can never sell this Mini!! Sometimes I sit in the garage (with a charger on the battery) to really appreciate the incredible sound!

Thanks Kevin for creating such a fine product and making my Mini such a joy!!!

 

I am buying a 2010 Cooper Clubman with standard audio. Have seen a s/h HK set, speakers, head, amp, about $150, but from a 2006 Mini. Will it fit mine, and will it make a worthwhile difference? Thanks, Paul

 

It is not compatible. Even if you could wire it up, it would not sound good. Different interior shape, different resonances, different speaker positions.

Keep looking for an R56 HK system. Or just buy an amp and a set of components for the front. I was stunned just how good music sounded in my 2009 Clubman when I put in a set of 2-way Infinity drivers in the front (mid woofer in the door, tweeters in the A-pillars, disabled the factory 3.5” middle drivers) driven by a JL Audio XD200/2. Even speaker drivers alone make a huge difference.

 

I also must chime in about the Integral Audio Soundstage. I have a 2010 R56 and having put up with the HK system long enough, I installed the IA subwoofer first, and then went with the entire system. Wow! What a difference! Since the entire system is tuned to the car right from the start-you dont need to change treble, bass etc to get the sound correct. It has been tested to sound as accurate as possible with all controls in the default position. Its not an inexpensive system-but if you really love music, its worth every penny. (And with MINI charging as much as they do for packages these days, its really not out of line) If you plan on keeping your car-get this system, you will not regret it.

 

The guy from IA use to post on this forum frequently, haven't seen him around in a long time..

 

IA, gave up waiting on them to finish the system for the F56. No longer a vendor here, either is Bavsound. Just not enough audio dollars on the MINI side of things to keep them happy.

 

 

Speaking of passion, I just dont see it as much in the 3rd gen forums as I did in the 2nd gen forum. I also get the feeling that attributes such as audio quality are falling out of favor. Its all about visual tech in cars now. Everyone talks about Teslas big touch screens but I have never once saw a review of how their sound system performed. MINI has been doing well on the tech front (heads up display, touchscreen interface etc) but has never really provided great sound systems from the factory.

 

Not sure if this is even active, but does anyone know if the base stereo 6.5" driver can be replaced with the HK 6.5" driver - don't care too much about sonic quality, more concerned about it fitting physically and the connector working - just need to get a stereo back to working as a result of a blown speaker in the base stereo setup.

 

 

Wow, if you do have them and could send one that would be great. This is really a project car for me and the first car for my step daughter, sadly, ever since we got it, it's been one thing after an other ... CELs, blown runflat, and now the blown speaker ... your time, effort and generosity are really appreciated.

 

More info on the install .......