I dunno how Android auto works but with Apple CarPlay you can plug in your phone and play lossless audio from Apple Music (and presumably other services that offer lossless) since it is a direct wired connection. I think it even works with wireless Apple CarPlay since it’s a wifi connection, not Bluetooth.
BTW, you CAN put the Polestar 2 into a form of "Accessory" mode like a regular car. Just press the Play/Pause button above the shifter and you won't need to put it in gear to play some tunes.
This sounds incredible compared with the base stereo in my W205 Merc - truly, truly the worst speaker system in any car, ever. I wanted the Burmester but you can't get it without the Pano roof which, being tall, meant I couldn't fit haha!
I have a Polestar 2. This car with youtube premium is amazing. You can say "Hey Google Play ..." any song and it will immediately play that song. TH-cam music also plays "my mix" which it creates. I'm sure it's algorithm-based, but the suggestions are really good based on what I am currently listening to. It doesn't need inputs, since I don't play music from my phone, the car/youtube music has all of the music.
I'm getting mine in a couple of days. How well does it integrate with TH-cam music. Should i just go right ahead and switch to Spotify or does YT-M work just as fine?
@@arthursilvamartins6330 I think this is the car manufacturer's fault, B&W in the BMW cars is also not as good as in Volvo's cars. There must be a reason for that, like they give less freedom to the sound engineers than Volvo.
I have a Polestar 2. 3:30 If you select “Driver” then the driver becomes the focal pt for the speakers, it takes everything to the next level… you seen to have missed that one. I also think you seem to miss some of the finer pts of navigating the UI, it’s actually brilliantly simple once you understand it.
Thanks for the review, just wondering if you used Bluetooth instead of the Tidal app for a specific reason? I was assuming the Tidal app would be better quality than the Bluetooth?
I love this channel but how haven't you gotten a chance to review the Tesla sound systems? I read that they're some of the best car sound systems out there.
Picked up my polestar 2 last last Monday and was excited to check out the audio system based on your review. I was very disappointed and expected so much more. Doesn’t feel powerful at all, especially on the bass side of things. I’m hoping as the speakers break in it will get better. I did notice the bass sounded much deeper with the front windows cracked a bit. The lexicon system in my 2015 K900 was light years better! That system made me want to drive, just to listen to music.
@@TrainsFerriesFeet I have the HK system. Low end has improved a little as the speakers have broken in (or my ears have adjusted) but still not impressed with the system overall. The Lexicon system in my previous Kia K900 was light years better.
Some of this is incorrect. Inside the center console (if you lift the armrest up) there is two USB-A jacks. One of them is marked with a white line going around and that one can be used to play mp3 from USB. It is the same jack that now enables Apple Carplay when connecting an iPhone.
As an owner of a Polestar 2 (for only 1 week) your comment made me get out of bed to check on this because I had never noticed it. I can confirm that there are ZERO USBs in the center arm rest (2022 model) so not sure what you’re talking about.
Is this essentially the same as the XC40 system? My wife has an XC90 with the HK, and we have an XC40 loaner today with the upgraded HK system. I can say that the XC90 version is better. The last loaner we borrowed had the B&W system and of course that is amazing. PS. Volvos are in the shop a lot.
What a crap it can’t stream music from a USB drive that’s shit. Why didn’t you plug the phone in and then stream music over Bluetooth i guess it’s not so good. Or you cant do that either?
I dunno how Android auto works but with Apple CarPlay you can plug in your phone and play lossless audio from Apple Music (and presumably other services that offer lossless) since it is a direct wired connection. I think it even works with wireless Apple CarPlay since it’s a wifi connection, not Bluetooth.
Yes, this was added after this video was shot.
Okay fair enough. Cheers.
BTW, you CAN put the Polestar 2 into a form of "Accessory" mode like a regular car. Just press the Play/Pause button above the shifter and you won't need to put it in gear to play some tunes.
And a later software update has fixed that issue with climate controls covering the settings and Play store buttons.
This sounds incredible compared with the base stereo in my W205 Merc - truly, truly the worst speaker system in any car, ever. I wanted the Burmester but you can't get it without the Pano roof which, being tall, meant I couldn't fit haha!
thank you for the ride and the sound experience
I have a Polestar 2. This car with youtube premium is amazing. You can say "Hey Google Play ..." any song and it will immediately play that song. TH-cam music also plays "my mix" which it creates. I'm sure it's algorithm-based, but the suggestions are really good based on what I am currently listening to.
It doesn't need inputs, since I don't play music from my phone, the car/youtube music has all of the music.
I'm getting mine in a couple of days. How well does it integrate with TH-cam music. Should i just go right ahead and switch to Spotify or does YT-M work just as fine?
@@pyramusk3264 it works awesome with TH-cam music. You can download the app right into the car.
Spotify is better then TH-cam Music.@@pyramusk3264
Harman/Kardon is AWESOME 😁😁😁
some harman kardon are not so good
@@arthursilvamartins6330 I think this is the car manufacturer's fault, B&W in the BMW cars is also not as good as in Volvo's cars. There must be a reason for that, like they give less freedom to the sound engineers than Volvo.
@@rghl5617 the audio layout in BMW it’s a suck
I have a Polestar 2. 3:30 If you select “Driver” then the driver becomes the focal pt for the speakers, it takes everything to the next level… you seen to have missed that one. I also think you seem to miss some of the finer pts of navigating the UI, it’s actually brilliantly simple once you understand it.
Thanks for the review, just wondering if you used Bluetooth instead of the Tidal app for a specific reason? I was assuming the Tidal app would be better quality than the Bluetooth?
Tidal sounds better
Do you also review old(er) audio systems? Like those in the older Volvos?
No but I wish. I still compare all my new cars to my 2006 S60 with the 335 watt Dolby Pro Logic 2 system.
Honestly, you could probably fit most of the Bowers & Wilkins speakers from an XC40 in the Polestar 2.
You can t get b&w in xc40
I love this channel but how haven't you gotten a chance to review the Tesla sound systems? I read that they're some of the best car sound systems out there.
Mostly because I'm lazy. I'll probably do it this week.
@@DailyMotor That is awesome news, looking forward to it! 🥳
No the polestar is far better, sapere aude!
I’ve got a measurement mic which I’m going to use to adjust the eq
Can you share your results here as well? That would be awesome
Have you found out what brand the speakers are?? Would they be worth upgrading to something like Dynaudio or Morel??
The Polestar 2 has with the Plus Package a Harman/Kardon System.
Picked up my polestar 2 last last Monday and was excited to check out the audio system based on your review. I was very disappointed and expected so much more. Doesn’t feel powerful at all, especially on the bass side of things. I’m hoping as the speakers break in it will get better. I did notice the bass sounded much deeper with the front windows cracked a bit. The lexicon system in my 2015 K900 was light years better! That system made me want to drive, just to listen to music.
Did you get the H/K with the Plus package or the base stereo?
@@TrainsFerriesFeet I have the HK system. Low end has improved a little as the speakers have broken in (or my ears have adjusted) but still not impressed with the system overall. The Lexicon system in my previous Kia K900 was light years better.
You can get to the settings easier if you swipe down from the top, like a phone
That’s only on a Volvo, polestar doesn’t have it, unless my polestar isn’t on the newest software update
Great video!
Some of this is incorrect. Inside the center console (if you lift the armrest up) there is two USB-A jacks. One of them is marked with a white line going around and that one can be used to play mp3 from USB. It is the same jack that now enables Apple Carplay when connecting an iPhone.
also incorrect about sirius xm app being available.
As an owner of a Polestar 2 (for only 1 week) your comment made me get out of bed to check on this because I had never noticed it. I can confirm that there are ZERO USBs in the center arm rest (2022 model) so not sure what you’re talking about.
HK in the Mercedes W204 is excellent. Can't really fault it anywhere.
You should do a Audi A8 b&o 3d advanced sound system test 2021 you won’t regret it
thx , it’s a great car
GGPI
Oh dear, can't believe there's no usb playback!
There is - at least in newer models.
Is this essentially the same as the XC40 system? My wife has an XC90 with the HK, and we have an XC40 loaner today with the upgraded HK system. I can say that the XC90 version is better. The last loaner we borrowed had the B&W system and of course that is amazing. PS. Volvos are in the shop a lot.
I dont like the system. No deep bass at all. 30hz and you nearly nothing
If its eq right and you’re using the right settings the bass will it low frequencies it has 2 subs
The Harman / Kardon in the 60 and 90 series Volvo’s sounds a good bit better than in the Polestar2 and XC40.
Rear speakers are usless. Its impossible to recognize them.
I was wondering why it sounds so horrible... and then you said surround was on lol
Try playing other sounds now these tunes have become common in your reviews 🤗
Channel members get to hear and request custom songs!
But yes, we'll sprinkle some new songs in soon. Just been busy
What a crap it can’t stream music from a USB drive that’s shit. Why didn’t you plug the phone in and then stream music over Bluetooth i guess it’s not so good. Or you cant do that either?
Yes, there is a way (very easy) to keep the car on when exiting the car. Seems you need to learn a bit more about the cars before you do a video.