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hahha..this is exactly what I've been researching since this morning and this review sums it up..here in NZ the almost 24K difference in the SR and LR is just way too much for an audio upgrade and some extra range..
Haha I must have read your mind. Totally agreed! For that price difference, it's only really worth it if you absolutely need the extra range and AWD of the dual motor.
@@EVKiwis and yeah, thanks for the list of accessories..ordered almost all of them from your list..both you and Mona are doing a wonderful service to the Kiwi Model 3 owners/prospective owners.. ♥️♥️
@@farmerfarmerer3847 So far we have been averaging about 380kms of real world range from a full charge which is plenty for our needs. We are doing a big road trip all the way to Bluff from Auckland next month so will have plenty of videos covering range details, where we charge, etc.
Thanks so much man! Glad the video helped. Just focusing on quality content so we can organically grow overtime. Let us know if you would like to see anything in particular 🙂
I've had the SR+ for almost a year now and the first thing that I really disliked about it was the audio. It sounds good when you first start listening but after a while it gets fatiguing and I'd eventually turn it off. You just can't lop off 7 speakers and expect it to sound good. I think the door tweeters relieved the dash speakers of the burden of producing the high end, and that's one thing that gets harsh. I have recently replaced the 3 dash speakers with Infinity REF4032 drivers and it is a great improvement as these drivers are good up to 21khz with a separate built-in tweeter, and have much better response on the low end. Once you pull the Tesla drivers out you see what the problem is, those drivers feel like a piece of cheap plastic, hardly the high-end driver they'd let you believe they are. The install of those Infinity drivers is a bit of a PITA but if you work slowly and methodically you get it done. I'd love to use a pair of Infinity to add to the rear deck but that is a big job.
Hi Zac, thanks for your detailed input. This is super useful for me and rest of the viewers :) Hopefully in the future I will be able to give the Infinity drivers a go and see how they sound.
Oh awesome! Apparently it does make a difference in getting a fuller sound once you have those speakers activated. I've ordered the wire kit so will do a video on both installation and performance once it arrives :)
Definitely interested in the installation of the wires to activate the 4 speakers and what the difference is. Liked and subscribed so I'll see it when you do!
Nice review. I also thought the SR+ had a pretty good sound system when I tried it, but having a few more speakers would definitely help, as you can tell that the sound is mostly just coming from the front.
Thank you! And yes absolutely, at least having those tweeters up the front in the A pillars enabled would have certainly helped. I’m looking forward to enabling these to see how much of a difference they make.
That’s awesome Noel, thanks for sharing your experience! Our full premium sound upgrade kit has just arrived so will have a installation and review video on that coming soon
Woah thanks for the comparison video! Sound quality in a car is very important for me, to the extent where I picked that over cruise control in my leaf. Huge difference between a leaf and the model 3! The upgrade package to the standard range is intriguing, would love to see it
Oh wow! Very interesting to hear that you picked audio over cruise control, you must love your music hehe. Definitely go checkout the sound system in person and let us know your thoughts! We will try get our hands on the upgrade kit and cover that on a video too :)
Great 👍 You have immense knowledge about EV’s. Your tips are always very informative & useful. Good idea of comparing two audio systems simultaneously. Keep up the good work.👌👌👍👏🏻
Excellent video! Really liked how you presented consecutive comparisons of the Model 3 immersive sound ON/OFF and the Leaf. Keen to see you wire up those 4 extra speakers in one of your upcoming videos. Does the Model 3 have speed sensitive volume control, and can it be turned ON/OFF from the audio settings menu?
Thank you! Glad to hear that you liked the format of the sound test and found it helpful :) Yes absolutely, will have a video showing both the installation of the kit and performance testing of those 4 extra speakers. No the Model 3 doesn’t seem to have that functionality unlike the Leaf.
Curious how it compares to my 2017 Golf with the Fender system. I absolutely love the Fender system - it can get VERY loud with 0 distortion and bumps hard while remaining clear and crisp. Considering trading it in for a M3 and prefer the standard range with LFP battery, but value audio quality enough that I'd splurge for the LR just for the better sound system 🤔
Great video!! I heard that a speaker in the back of the 2021 model 3 sr+ was removed entirely. Would you do a video having the rear speaker installed as well as the front?
Thank you! Yes that's correct, the 2 rear speakers were unfortunately removed. I've the full speaker kit on order with the rear speakers and the subwoofer too. So if the kit allows, I will try do a video on 3 more tests: 1 with just the front 4 speakers enabled, then another with the rear speakers added, and the last with the sub installed too. Hopefully that will help you decide which upgrade option to go for 🙂
You don’t need to purchase higher trim levels with Tesla. Everything is built in and software locked. That Tesla has 14 built in and only 8 unlocked. Same goes for rear heated seats. They’re built in, but cost 270$ to unlock the software.
I had no idea the standard plus was limited in speakers.. that's disappointing. makes no sense why I would have to buy a bigger battery and extra motor just to get a better sound system lol. If there was an option to upgrade just the sound system I would.
I totally agree with that! Would have been nice if Tesla just offered an option to upgrade to the premium sound system even for the SR+ as most people don’t usually need the extra range and the dual motor.
Oh really? Learnt something new so thanks for sharing that. Must have been in the very early stages when Model 3s were new to the market and not as popular.
Hi there, are you sure about this as all the 2022 RWD models sold internationally still say they have 8 speakers. But please do correct me if there has been recent change :)
@@EVKiwis I saw a review somewhere that mentioned it on new LFP 60kw Chinese supplied U.K. models but I’ve had a Google now and can’t see it so maybe not. Looking on website it says ‘upgraded audio- immersive sound’ but upgraded from what and when isn’t clear.
I know there has been a change with the full premium interior version as they now have one less speaker (13 instead of 14) but don’t believe there’s any change to the RWD/SR+ variant. It said exactly the same blurb about “upgraded audio” even last year when I bought my 2021 model lol.
But please, you don't get the best sound quality when you transmit the audio using bluetooth. In addition, Tesla does not have the best bluetooth codecs such as LDAC or APTX HD ?.. This means that the sound you play can be very compressed . Play the audio from a USB flash drive instead or a streaming service that has Lossless Audio
Yeap I thought about getting that too but a lot of subscribers requested a test with the full kit with rear speakers & sub as well so have the full kit on order. So if the kit allows, I will try do a video on 3 more tests: 1 with just the front 4 speakers enabled, then another with the rear speakers added, and the last with the sub installed too.
You can find these cheaper wiring harnesses on marketplaces like AliExpress, however, if you're skeptical of the quality of these cheaper wires, I would recommend getting the Hansshow DIY audio upgrade kit which is $80-$95 (www.hautopart.com/product/model3-sr-premium-audio-upgrade/). This is where I personally ordered from based on reviews (not sponsored). You can use the discount code EVKIWIS at checkout and get 10% off this price 🙂
I know right, we’ve been loving it too! By itself, the Leaf doesn’t sound too bad but when you put it next to even the SR+, it’s a huge difference. Apparently the Leaf with the Bose sound system does a better job than the standard one at least. I haven’t heard it myself so can’t comment if it performs better than the Model 3 though.
You should Twitter Bomb Elon you never know he might listen. To me it's such a con the difference in the cars should only be battery size and performance. You can upgrade to white seats but not have a better stereo! That makes no sense!! A better choice would be Rear Wheel Standard or Long Range Battery, AWD or Performance.. All the interior the same except Performance which should have something that is a little more special red seat belts, carbon fibre trim. Come on Elon sort it out!
Exactly, couldn’t agree more with all those points you make! I think eventually we might actually get this as the Standard Range Model Y released in some regions actually has premium interior with the premium sound package. So battery and performance are the only differences. Until then, I might just twitter bomb Elon 😂
***Video to activate the 4 front speakers is out now***
NEW Premium Audio Upgrade for 2021 & 2022 Tesla Model 3 (Hansshow DIY Kit RHD) Installation + Review
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How do you rate the sr+ with the upgraded 4 speakers to the long range?
hahha..this is exactly what I've been researching since this morning and this review sums it up..here in NZ the almost 24K difference in the SR and LR is just way too much for an audio upgrade and some extra range..
Haha I must have read your mind. Totally agreed! For that price difference, it's only really worth it if you absolutely need the extra range and AWD of the dual motor.
@@EVKiwis and yeah, thanks for the list of accessories..ordered almost all of them from your list..both you and Mona are doing a wonderful service to the Kiwi Model 3 owners/prospective owners.. ♥️♥️
Aw thank you so much Gagan! So glad to hear that our videos have been helping out! Really appreciate your support as always 🙂
EV Kiwis Speaking of range, what sort of range do you get with the SR model.?
@@farmerfarmerer3847 So far we have been averaging about 380kms of real world range from a full charge which is plenty for our needs. We are doing a big road trip all the way to Bluff from Auckland next month so will have plenty of videos covering range details, where we charge, etc.
You speak like a product Specialist so confidently share the insights and as always with the great smile always :)
Hehe thank you! A lot of research actually went into this video so I could lay out the facts as accurately as possible for the viewers :)
That’s really great, I bet from the way you demo so confidently. Thank you for sharing and for your efforts always
Extremely useful video. Underrated channel. Keep up the quality content man.
Thanks so much man! Glad the video helped. Just focusing on quality content so we can organically grow overtime. Let us know if you would like to see anything in particular 🙂
I've had the SR+ for almost a year now and the first thing that I really disliked about it was the audio. It sounds good when you first start listening but after a while it gets fatiguing and I'd eventually turn it off. You just can't lop off 7 speakers and expect it to sound good. I think the door tweeters relieved the dash speakers of the burden of producing the high end, and that's one thing that gets harsh. I have recently replaced the 3 dash speakers with Infinity REF4032 drivers and it is a great improvement as these drivers are good up to 21khz with a separate built-in tweeter, and have much better response on the low end. Once you pull the Tesla drivers out you see what the problem is, those drivers feel like a piece of cheap plastic, hardly the high-end driver they'd let you believe they are. The install of those Infinity drivers is a bit of a PITA but if you work slowly and methodically you get it done. I'd love to use a pair of Infinity to add to the rear deck but that is a big job.
Hi Zac, thanks for your detailed input. This is super useful for me and rest of the viewers :) Hopefully in the future I will be able to give the Infinity drivers a go and see how they sound.
i bought the wires to activate the front and back speakers but i dont know how to install it
Oh awesome! Apparently it does make a difference in getting a fuller sound once you have those speakers activated. I've ordered the wire kit so will do a video on both installation and performance once it arrives :)
Video to activate the 4 front speakers is out now: th-cam.com/video/jAF-ZYWjG4M/w-d-xo.html
Definitely interested in the installation of the wires to activate the 4 speakers and what the difference is. Liked and subscribed so I'll see it when you do!
Will surely get that sorted and add that video to the pipeline :) thank you for subscribing!
Video to activate the 4 front speakers is out now: th-cam.com/video/jAF-ZYWjG4M/w-d-xo.html
Nice review. I also thought the SR+ had a pretty good sound system when I tried it, but having a few more speakers would definitely help, as you can tell that the sound is mostly just coming from the front.
Thank you! And yes absolutely, at least having those tweeters up the front in the A pillars enabled would have certainly helped. I’m looking forward to enabling these to see how much of a difference they make.
I had the SR+ model but I upgraded it my self, as I bought the wiring harness to get 4 more speakers working and what a difference it makes.
That’s awesome Noel, thanks for sharing your experience! Our full premium sound upgrade kit has just arrived so will have a installation and review video on that coming soon
@@EVKiwis I won’t tell Elon 😆
Woah thanks for the comparison video! Sound quality in a car is very important for me, to the extent where I picked that over cruise control in my leaf. Huge difference between a leaf and the model 3! The upgrade package to the standard range is intriguing, would love to see it
Oh wow! Very interesting to hear that you picked audio over cruise control, you must love your music hehe. Definitely go checkout the sound system in person and let us know your thoughts! We will try get our hands on the upgrade kit and cover that on a video too :)
Always wait for your videos
Glad you’re enjoying! Thank you for your support :)
Im getting my car soon, could you please do an easy to follow tutorial on how to acivae the speakers?
Absolutely, I've the kit to activate the speakers on order so will certainly do a video on both installation and performance when it arrives :)
@@EVKiwis ayye thank you, please tag me when you do
@@providenceagent2372 Video to activate the 4 front speakers is out now: th-cam.com/video/jAF-ZYWjG4M/w-d-xo.html
Great 👍 You have immense knowledge about EV’s. Your tips are always very informative & useful.
Good idea of comparing two audio systems simultaneously. Keep up the good work.👌👌👍👏🏻
Thank you so much! Trying our best to focus on pushing out quality content to help our viewers so glad to hear you’ve been finding it useful 😀
Excellent video! Really liked how you presented consecutive comparisons of the Model 3 immersive sound ON/OFF and the Leaf.
Keen to see you wire up those 4 extra speakers in one of your upcoming videos.
Does the Model 3 have speed sensitive volume control, and can it be turned ON/OFF from the audio settings menu?
Thank you! Glad to hear that you liked the format of the sound test and found it helpful :) Yes absolutely, will have a video showing both the installation of the kit and performance testing of those 4 extra speakers. No the Model 3 doesn’t seem to have that functionality unlike the Leaf.
Great video
Thanks David 🙂
Curious how it compares to my 2017 Golf with the Fender system. I absolutely love the Fender system - it can get VERY loud with 0 distortion and bumps hard while remaining clear and crisp. Considering trading it in for a M3 and prefer the standard range with LFP battery, but value audio quality enough that I'd splurge for the LR just for the better sound system 🤔
Great video!! I heard that a speaker in the back of the 2021 model 3 sr+ was removed entirely. Would you do a video having the rear speaker installed as well as the front?
Thank you! Yes that's correct, the 2 rear speakers were unfortunately removed. I've the full speaker kit on order with the rear speakers and the subwoofer too. So if the kit allows, I will try do a video on 3 more tests: 1 with just the front 4 speakers enabled, then another with the rear speakers added, and the last with the sub installed too. Hopefully that will help you decide which upgrade option to go for 🙂
@@EVKiwis Great!! Looking forward to it!!
@@EVKiwis I’m very interested in this review. Hope to see it out soon.
@@michaelazarie8229 Video to activate the 4 front speakers is out now: th-cam.com/video/jAF-ZYWjG4M/w-d-xo.html
@@floralfire Video to activate the 4 front speakers is out now: th-cam.com/video/jAF-ZYWjG4M/w-d-xo.html
You don’t need to purchase higher trim levels with Tesla. Everything is built in and software locked. That Tesla has 14 built in and only 8 unlocked. Same goes for rear heated seats. They’re built in, but cost 270$ to unlock the software.
I had no idea the standard plus was limited in speakers.. that's disappointing. makes no sense why I would have to buy a bigger battery and extra motor just to get a better sound system lol. If there was an option to upgrade just the sound system I would.
I totally agree with that! Would have been nice if Tesla just offered an option to upgrade to the premium sound system even for the SR+ as most people don’t usually need the extra range and the dual motor.
@@EVKiwis back in the day you used to be able to mix and match every feature. What battery size, how many motors, sound system, etc
Oh really? Learnt something new so thanks for sharing that. Must have been in the very early stages when Model 3s were new to the market and not as popular.
@@WrathChild-NZ I anticipate that Tesla might expand the range of options once supply output is not their main objective, I may be wrong.
The new SR+ at least in UK now has 12 speakers I think.
Hi there, are you sure about this as all the 2022 RWD models sold internationally still say they have 8 speakers. But please do correct me if there has been recent change :)
@@EVKiwis I saw a review somewhere that mentioned it on new LFP 60kw Chinese supplied U.K. models but I’ve had a Google now and can’t see it so maybe not. Looking on website it says ‘upgraded audio- immersive sound’ but upgraded from what and when isn’t clear.
I know there has been a change with the full premium interior version as they now have one less speaker (13 instead of 14) but don’t believe there’s any change to the RWD/SR+ variant. It said exactly the same blurb about “upgraded audio” even last year when I bought my 2021 model lol.
Please do it! I wana see it!
I will so do it after u guys!
Absolutely! I've the kit on order so will cover it all in a video once it arrives 🙂
Video to activate the 4 front speakers is out now: th-cam.com/video/jAF-ZYWjG4M/w-d-xo.html
👍👌Keep up the good work. Nice video. So proud of you 👏 ❤
Thank you so much! 🙂
But please, you don't get the best sound quality when you transmit the audio using bluetooth. In addition, Tesla does not have the best bluetooth codecs such as LDAC or APTX HD ?.. This means that the sound you play can be very compressed . Play the audio from a USB flash drive instead or a streaming service that has Lossless Audio
Sorry but this wasn’t a test for the best quality but rather a real world sound test of the most commonly used way of playing music in cars.
That thumbprint bugs me lol
😂
For $14 dollars, you can buy the wiring that activates all the speakers. Takes 30 minutes.
How???
Yeap I thought about getting that too but a lot of subscribers requested a test with the full kit with rear speakers & sub as well so have the full kit on order. So if the kit allows, I will try do a video on 3 more tests: 1 with just the front 4 speakers enabled, then another with the rear speakers added, and the last with the sub installed too.
You can find these cheaper wiring harnesses on marketplaces like AliExpress, however, if you're skeptical of the quality of these cheaper wires, I would recommend getting the Hansshow DIY audio upgrade kit which is $80-$95 (www.hautopart.com/product/model3-sr-premium-audio-upgrade/). This is where I personally ordered from based on reviews (not sponsored). You can use the discount code EVKIWIS at checkout and get 10% off this price 🙂
Who else though the song was I am a disco dancer for a sec
Haha it does sound similar doesn't it. Though we probably couldn't have used the original disco dancer without getting a copyright strike lol
It would also be helpful having a Model 3 LR with Premium sound to see the difference.
Absolutely, I will try get my hands on a premium interior Model 3 in the future and do a follow up video 🙂
That Leaf sounded awful, so tinny. I'm enjoying the sound in my SR+ Better than any previous car I've had by far.
I know right, we’ve been loving it too! By itself, the Leaf doesn’t sound too bad but when you put it next to even the SR+, it’s a huge difference. Apparently the Leaf with the Bose sound system does a better job than the standard one at least. I haven’t heard it myself so can’t comment if it performs better than the Model 3 though.
@@EVKiwis Well I can confirm the SR+ is better than my old 2011 Leaf was :)
Oh wow that would have been world of a difference!
Oh dear...
You should Twitter Bomb Elon you never know he might listen.
To me it's such a con the difference in the cars should only be battery size and performance. You can upgrade to white seats but not have a better stereo! That makes no sense!!
A better choice would be Rear Wheel Standard or Long Range Battery, AWD or Performance..
All the interior the same except Performance which should have something that is a little more special red seat belts, carbon fibre trim. Come on Elon sort it out!
Exactly, couldn’t agree more with all those points you make! I think eventually we might actually get this as the Standard Range Model Y released in some regions actually has premium interior with the premium sound package. So battery and performance are the only differences. Until then, I might just twitter bomb Elon 😂
Wow the Leaf sounds awful in comparison