Aviator787

Hello all,

I am getting ready to order a new sq5 but debating whether to get the bang and Olufsen radio or stick with the base?
Is it worth the extra option?

John

Big D *suspended*

Get it.

jbbarrette

This....then add an amp and a sub if you want more bass

SQ5.TO

I had a loaner q5 with the standards system for 6 weeks, now in my sq5 with B&O. The improvement is not monumental but is substantial. I like to listen with volume turned up, on a nice day with the roof open still retains great clarity, base unit was loading strength at this point and was almost uncomfortable at such a level. Is it a lot of coin for the incremental change? Yes..
Would I spend it again - absolutely.

truwarrior22

Are there any preouts on the factory head unit?

jbbarrette

I don't know, I haven't done it. Read here, might give you some ideas.

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/q5-sq5-discussion-129/replace-sub-2759366/

USAVAGEU

No preamp lines out. You have to tap into the existing subwoofer speaker wires and either use an adspter or feed inyo the "high level input" on your subwoofer amp.

USAVAGEU

The extra 900 bucks is money well spent. You will not regret it, I promise. But if you dont spring for the B&O, you'll be kicking yourself in the ***.

Coolieman1220

The B&O just sounds so much better. so much clearer.

engin_ear

The stock system in the Premium Plus (with subwoofer) is great for a stock system. The B&O is better with clarity and imaging, but I wasn't crazy about the bass end. It could use a sub upgrade, but if you get too crazy you'll lose cargo space.