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Posted by MJ on August 28, 2008, 1:21 pm
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> > Hi -
> > I just ordered a 2009 Prius with the standard sound system.
> > I wasn't really happy with the sound when I test drove the Prius and
> > I've subsequently learned that it imay be hard for audio shops to
> > upgrade the system
> > because the radio is built in and doesn't have much power to drive
> > better speakers.
> > Has anyone upgraded to the JBL speakers? =A0If so, what is your opinion
> > of them.
> > Or has anyone had a better sound system installed by an audio shop?
>
> I have the upgraded JBL system in my 2006, and am quite satisfied with
> it--that is, after I disconnected the front center speaker. =A0I am also =
happy
> with the power level--sometimes I have to reduce bass in order for it to =
be
> comfortable. =A0The 3-band EQ with a mid-range control is better than tha=
n the
> usual bass/treble adjustments, giving me the ability to more precisely
> tailor the sound to my liking.
>
> While I do have a finely tuned, detail-oriented ear and am able to
> critically judge audio fidelity, I am not one of these fussy audiophiles
> that are never satisfied with the equipment they have. =A0If you are one =
of
> those, chances are you won't like the JBL system since it is not the most
> outrageously overpriced system you can buy. =A0However, if you recognize =
the
> limitations and challenges associated with providing high fidelity in a
> small chamber that is surrounded by glass and has all sorts of crazy
> reflecting surfaces and odd acoustic properties, and you are able to make
> the appropriate trade-offs in your expectations, then I would say that th=
e
> JBL system is quite satisfactory for the critical listener. =A0When I com=
pare
> my Prius audio with the audio in our Sienna, the Prius system is worlds
> better--no competition.
>
> =A0- Doug
Thanks, Doug. Your point about providing high fidelity in a small
chamber is very true. I volunteer stage managing bands and square
rooms like you mention above are quite a challange.
I did find a 2008 Prius last night with the JBL sound and I agree it
is quite satisfactory. The additional of a security system (will
Priuses be stolen more if gas prices continue to escalate?) and home
link (integrates 3 remotes) and bluetooth (yeah I can use my cell like
a speakerphone) makes the
extra $1,500 worth it to me.
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