Finally an in-depth review of the meridian with an appropriate recording method. Been waiting for something like that since the EV6 got introduced. Thanks a lo for that! I would have loved if you had shown the subwoofer and the amplifier too. We ordered our EV6 including the Meridian, still I was between B and C like you when we test drove it. So I already plan on maybe replacing the speakers, especially the trebles in the front doors and the sub. But hey, it's not that important, the system is really nice after all!
@jenner1414
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing i could feel the same feel in my earphones
@KanwarAnand
4 ай бұрын
I went to a kia outlet yesterday here in India. They dont want people to buy EV at all. The display car in the showroom did not have any charge. They would not even plug It in. Can you imagine? Secondly he told me the sound system is the worlds most premium one worth Rs 15 Lakhs (approx 18000 usd) and now I come here and find that the mids are not good. I thought the speaker system would be flawless. Even while hearing it sounded so average.
@martiniwanderi719
2 жыл бұрын
Love the vid…is there going to be a review on the 12 speaker Bose system in the Kia Sorento which is a competitor to the harman/kardon in the Santa Fe which you reviewed…and also the 15 speaker harman/kardon in the Kia stinger with dual under seat subs?
@mmiguelyaredd
2 жыл бұрын
There is already a review of the sorento bose :)
@ahmadsairat3957
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Charlie, great video. Love your channel. I'm a huge audiophile. I'm very interested in the new acura mdx type s. Can you please do a review on its sound system. It's different than the regular mdx bcuz it has the els studio 3d signature sound system with 25 speakers. I would greatly appreciate it! Looking forward to it. Love the vids keep goin! 😆
@coolsahib
2 жыл бұрын
The ELS audio system in Acuras have always been top notch in my opinion
@ahmadsairat3957
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah but this particular model the mdx "type s" has the new 25 speaker els studio 3d "signature" edition. Should sound even better!
@Zerospawnn
2 жыл бұрын
@@ahmadsairat3957 spoiler alert It sounds the same in the regular mdx They didnt change anything for the type s
@flolou8496
3 ай бұрын
Does anyone know if this is the exact speaker set up in the 2022 RWD base trim, ???
@spl1011
2 жыл бұрын
I would like to hear you say "i sell propane and propane accessories. Taste the meat and not the heat."
@ronaldatwater2906
2 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to put an aftermarket sub and amp in the car?
@GregGrajek
2 жыл бұрын
Has anyone figured out on how to "lock " the start screen to XM-Radio / nav . I find this system always defaults to 2 over sized battery fuel gages.. worthless!, very irritating to have to re- set 4 or five times a day. would never buy this vehicle again.
@toanduong9640
2 жыл бұрын
I had high hope for the EV6 Meridian system, but it is not to be. I have a Meridian system in my F type. It is wonderful. If that is a 10 in the F type, then The EV6 scores a 5: -2 for bass extension and slam (seriously the subwoofer is either missing, not wired, or wired out of phase), -1 for treble definition (the violin doesn't have that shimmering shin, the cymbal doesn't have that metallic twang, etc.), -1 for midrange clarity (vocal is recessed and thin), and -1 for dynamic (everything sounds compressed at both low and high volume.) I know Meridian can sound better and they are known for excellent sounds but... this is just embarrassing... to be charitable. It seems they focused on adding more features and forgot all about the sound quality. Shame on Meridian for releasing this piss poor system. KIA should kick Meridian in the ass and demand their money back.
@saycheese1832
Жыл бұрын
I thought I was the only one. This thing sounds horrible. 😅there’s no base whatsoever. It sounds like a cheap box radio inside of a $54k car
@yand99
Жыл бұрын
This is by far the worst "premium" system I had in any car. The no-name base system in the Genesis GV60 without subwoofer is far better and the B&O in the Genesis Performance is in another league. Even the Kia Soul Harman Kardon was better than the Meridian. It's not just bad, it's disturbing. I tried many settings and still found nothing. Even the voices in podcasts doesn't sound good
@mikiuusi-ranta8962
2 жыл бұрын
How about compared to Tesla Model Y? Which one you think is better? Thanks!
@DailyMotor
2 жыл бұрын
I think the Model Y is superior.
@skyfox77
2 жыл бұрын
This looks like a brand new car, around 600miles? I wonder if the sound might get better over time, some speakers can take 10-100 hours of playtime to sound like they should, If that is the issue or not, I cannot say.
@aurelioramos8463
2 жыл бұрын
This is true of some woofers depending on the design, but unheard-off for midrange drivers and above. More hours can only soften the spider and slightly increase the Qts of a woofer or sub, not correct cone breakup modes, manufacturing tolerances or the poor judgement of an audio design/tuning engineer. Fun fact, winter weather will stiffen the spider until the voice coil has a chance to warm up.
@fernandop1
Жыл бұрын
Kia's screen size, technology, responsive and navigation system is top-notch, something I will never pick any other brand over this one for now.
@derektanner7144
2 жыл бұрын
Surround sounds way better than authentic. I was severely disappointed in my ev6's stereo system until I switched it to surround. I can't understand why authentic is the default. It sounds horrible.
@DonJulio949
2 жыл бұрын
I personally hate the meridian sound system. For $60,000 car the sound sure does suck. You have to turn it to 50 to really be able to hear it and even at that volume the bassreally lacks. I wish they would’ve stuck with Harman Kardon like in my kia optima hybrid.
@dennox1
Жыл бұрын
I found to get decent output through the sound system especially through CarPlay. You need to go into setting and increase the CarPlay input volume to over 50 then it’s much better. I also moved the perceived centre back a bit it feels too far forward like dash area not in the car to me. After coming from the brilliant meridian on the Range Rover sport it’s not on the same level.
@gery4870
2 жыл бұрын
Got subscribed for your sound system reviews !! Can't wait to watch your other vids from this lovely EV6 !!! Greetings from Barcelona ;)
@banderson1979
2 жыл бұрын
No wireless car play is a hard stop for me. Such a great car it’s too bad.
@victorchiappetta3230
2 жыл бұрын
Our son just bought an entry level Forte and it has wireless Car Play somehow and our EV6 doesn't. I wonder if it will be enabled in a future update.
@jdcabauwnl
Жыл бұрын
I just bought my ev6 second hand and it also doesn't have it. But I also don't really miss it yet or I have used it before. You could buy an wireless adapter and just use that instead.
@BrokenProton
Жыл бұрын
It’s coming in an update; it’s due to be in the car as the hardware is there the software just isn’t implemented with the system yet
@cdbrown30
Жыл бұрын
I still use a cassette player sometimes lol
@DummiBoiii
Жыл бұрын
Man I really want to hear The Weeknd on this car😭
@devongee1776
2 жыл бұрын
Needing help from the aftermarket pros. Let's say you made the mistake of buying the EV6 hoping for a stellar audio system but as this reviewer states, the system is rather muddy and the highs aren't crisp and the lows aren't rumbley enough... is it POSSIBLE to fix all of this without just trading in the vehicle?
@darrylbradley5426
2 жыл бұрын
I'm disappointed in the Meridian sound system, which means the BOSE system in the Ionic 5 makes the car a non issue
@Wasabi9111
2 жыл бұрын
With the meridian name and audio spec of this car, I would expect a very nice sounding system. What is the usual short fall of cars that prevents them from being A tier - is the the cheap speakers, underpowered amp, loud interior, etc?
@svaddict9499
2 жыл бұрын
Big problem with auto manufacturers and Meridian: We have a 2020 Velar with Meridian base (380w, 11 speakers) and a 2017 Jaguar XE with Meridian Surround (17 speakers, 825w) that both lack bass and quality. There’s tons of excursion and power loss on bass. Meridian home audio is good, but what they offer to manufactures is not. We also had Meridian Signature (24 speaker, 1680w) in a Jaguar XJ. The Signature system was phenomenal. The issue is that unless you pay $4,000+ for the Meridian sound system option, what Meridian has to offer is not so great.
@aurelioramos8463
2 жыл бұрын
Amp power is probably not much of a problem these days with class D amps being a commodity. Loud interior (on EV's) is also not the biggest problem. However predicting and managing manufacturing tolerances and variations is a huge problem, also drift from spec over manufacturing lifetime of drivers used. Unless you are listening to the actual car that was used during validation of the tuning, you are driving a random sample of a car that is nominally the same, but different enough to be noticeable. Aside from that, most of those drivers live in enclosures made of the car's materials, not wooden boxes. So now the tolerance stackup must include the way the car fits together, air leaks, etc. It's a nightmare pretty much unless a car is hand tuned on a per unit basis :D
@AGDesigns123
2 жыл бұрын
Likely cheap and crappy subs and speakers. Amps aren't super crucial nor expensive, but speakers and subs are so that is very likely where corners are getting cut. Getting my EV6 later this year and definitely getting an under-seat sub and new speakers.
@aurelioramos8463
2 жыл бұрын
@Daily Motor, I heard that the kia EV6 audio had been improved with the December software update. Now I wonder if these reviews should include the software version, and whether you might want to post another (if in fact the sound has been updated)
@devongee1776
2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately a lot of his critiques with the audio system still remain. I have a GT-line that has already had an amp replaced under warranty and my car is also up to date on its software. The critique of the subwoofer is still 100% valid. It is not strong enough to deliver any low end rumble. The midrange is still muddy. I actually sent a support request to Meridian themselves earlier this morning before I found this video, complaining about how blended the sounds seem to be in songs. Bear in mind that this is only after I've exhausted my own efforts- spending hours testing different sound settings and messing with the Immersion/Imaging technology. The point he made about having to turn the volume down because the sounds literally hurt, is still true. The highs in the Meridian unit (at least as of the July update) are pretty bad. I do not have any intention of boosting the treble in this vehicle. It's perfectly terrible, at center. He as well as another commenter down here somewhere are right, still, when it comes to the accuracy of sounds. You don't get that "tsssssss" noise, you don't get shimmer and you don't get good cymbals quality. Coming from the 15-Speaker Harman-Kardon sound system I was under the assumption that Kia was serious about sound in their more premium vehicles but it turns out that the Stinger and K900 were the exceptions and not the rule. Meridian did a pretty piss poor job on this car and I'm pretty tilted after going 2 months with NO quality audio due to a failed amp, that my system even when repaired, is sub par. In a car that costs $57K, it's legitimately unacceptable. The hunt for third party solutions has begun this morning.
@jwgosla08
Жыл бұрын
Can a subwoofer be added? I have the ev6 wind awd with the tech package, but it seems to lose base at the low end.
@moderatesunited
2 жыл бұрын
I was disappointed in the sound quality of my EV6. But the car is so cool its a small fault.
@petereckerwall9423
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your rewiew! I have been waiting for a rewiew to see if its me who is to hard on the soundsystem, i had the Ev6 for 3 mounth now and i bought the GT'line only because a wanted a great audio sound. It was like 6k extra. And i was soo disappointed by the sound and the lack of bass.. I have always liked Meridians home audio equipment. But i feel like they sould out the name, whithout delivering what they us to stand for.. I guess everything is for sale this days.. 😔 Thanks again and i guess i have to find som new speakers for the frontsystem. But im not shure the amplifier is up for it.. Cant find any specs about the watt in the amplifier.. My guess is 300-500 watt.. And thats no good for 14 speakers... 🤷♂️
@othman0077
2 жыл бұрын
I tried the 14 speakers from Meridian on Kia K8 I really liked it, its surround and no vibration noise coming from the car due to the sound system really will done system. Most cars have good systems but the car produces vibration noise which keeps you distracted all the time!
@dongorth9102
2 жыл бұрын
Mustang Mach E has a 10 speaker B&O system ..The dash is a sound bar..
@soumilkadam9310
2 жыл бұрын
0:05 You got an efficiency of 5.3 miles per kWh ! Amazing ! How was it driven ?
@artsahagun
2 жыл бұрын
Can you swap the subwoofer? Can a update fix the underpowered sound?
@jnilz4655
2 жыл бұрын
Man I cannot believe they don’t have wireless Applecar play and android auto. I hate to say it but I might be a deal breaker for me.
@marianbencat6658
Жыл бұрын
IT IS ONLY because of license agreement with TomTom. IT depends on the size of the screen. If thé screen Is larger than 5.5" (not sure about the particular numbers) a user has to use numbers. There Is not aby technical limitations... JUST fees to TomTom from hyundai/Kia. IT May be thé subject of change in thé Future.
@NickPowellPhotography
2 жыл бұрын
I have been incredibly disappointed with the Meridian sound system. I used to have a Bowers and Wilkins system in my Volvo XC60 which was incredible. I even found the JBL system in our old Kia E-Niro better. I took the EV6 to a local in car audio specialist, and he said that there is little to no sound insulation in the doors, and the location of the subwoofer is poor, as there's nowhere for the sound to escape to. The car itself is absolutely AMAZING though!! Just a shame about the sub par audio, especially with the Meridian name attached.
@MADhaseX
Жыл бұрын
Watched your Video with high quality earphones, and I have to say, I heard your "problems" with the system. (good microphones). I think it is just right for its class and prize. Anyone, who wants more fidelity needs to replace it with even better speakers or even amplifier(s).
@arthursilvamartins6330
2 жыл бұрын
kia uses almost all brands of sound system
@harvey66616
Жыл бұрын
Just got a 2023 EV6 GT-Line, underwhelmed with the Meridian system. Basic sound quality is fine. But the system has a number of serious deficiencies. Biggest one is that the default volume balance is defective. If you adjust the overall volume to a comfortable listening level, then adjust the "Position" setting to fade the audio all the way to the rear of the car, the volume decreases dramatically. Worse, even when in the centered position, the rear door speaker volume is a small fraction that of the forward speakers. Under normal, default settings, the forward speakers are pretty much the only ones doing any real work as far as filling the cabin space with audio. I have found that by fading the position back to the -7 to -8 setting (out of +1o to -10), where the volume has dropped off dramatically but at least is perceived as well-balanced front-to-rear, then you can turn the volume back up and things are "okay". But the overall balance still changes as the volume setting it adjusted, and driving the audio system at the higher volume levels produces some artifacts in the audio. :( It also helps a little to enable the "Surround" processing, which seems to increase the levels going to the surround speakers in the rear pillars, but this setting adds a heavy reverb effect to voice frequencies, which is uncomfortable to listen to for talk radio or vocal-prominent music. Another major problem with the audio system is that the radio has a **terrible** receiver/tuner. It fails to lock on to the signal at much higher signal quality than any of my other cars. I get the "staticky, cutting in and out" quality to the audio unless I'm in a spot where the radio signal is _really_ good. It seems that the "Radio Noise" setting is there mainly to filter out the static you get most of the time, but unfortunately it filters other qualities of the audio too. Besides all that, there are basic things like the system having only a three-band equalizer, and not having any separate EQ for the subwoofer. But I could live with those, if it weren't for the fact that the overall basic sound design is just **crap** .
@VerticalBlank
Жыл бұрын
The problem is that the defaults are hopelessly weedy and trebly. After some experimentation/calibration with tracks that I know really well, played from my iPhone over USB, I have gotten good results with these settings: Imaging: 2 Immersion: 2 Treble: +0 Midrange: +2 Bass: +4 With the above, things are sounding much more like a decent home setup, across all musical genres. Still wish I knew what "imaging" and "immersion" actually mean in technical terms though!
@jarpen3
Жыл бұрын
Mazda cx60 sound quality great
@othman0077
Жыл бұрын
Very Good settings Equalizer triple 0 mid 0 bass 10 Intelligent IQ high sound mode Authentic
@jimji2774
Жыл бұрын
I thought the system sounded pretty good in my short test drive but now that I have my new 2023 GT- line it is just sub par. I can't really describe what all is wrong with it but it sound tinny. I will have to see just how much it will cost to bring this system up as this is one fun car to drive and charging at home is a blast. Great car bad stereo. Now the Hyundai Ionic 5 sounded even worse to me btw.
@ray55347
2 жыл бұрын
EV6 meridian sounds very good for me :)
@TnTteam09
2 жыл бұрын
There is a way to configure the apple car play and android auto full screen. It’s in settings.
@pavolh
2 жыл бұрын
Where? Apple car play is always full screen, but Android auto not, which sucks and there is no settings from my point of view.
@othman0077
2 жыл бұрын
true from the settings you can make both systems full screens
@stephenmeckley
Жыл бұрын
You nailed it when talking about needing to turn in down due to the harsh sound. It is very fatiguing and I cannot listen at the volumes I like for long... In my case it is a lease so I don't think there is anything I can do about it. Its a shame b/c everything else I love about the car!
@tom201181
2 жыл бұрын
It maybe a Meridian badge on their speaker but I don't think Meridian has nothing to do with the sound system. Speakers and amps may be produced by third party,
@finetunedears
2 жыл бұрын
I still use a quad DAC LG V50 (tuned by Meridian!) with AIFF/WAV/WMA pop music via Poweramp app. Can't wait to test drive this sound system as it should be a perfect pairing.
@mkud4129
8 ай бұрын
Can you retest this car, since october 2023 this audio had a retune update on meridian
@davidjohnson7633
2 жыл бұрын
I love your reviews of audio systems! I hope you get a chance to review the B&O system in the GV60 and even the updated 2023 Niro EV when it becomes available.
@gethecar
2 жыл бұрын
They need to step it up on their Android Auto/Car Play especially with not having any streaming apps on their system
@GTownSinger
Жыл бұрын
I just bought the Ev6 and the sound is clear but not enough low end bass. I traded my Stinger in which had the 15 speaker Harmon Kardon system. Which which was much more powerfull.
@borg_cube
Жыл бұрын
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@tonyn3227
2 жыл бұрын
why does android auto only use half screen, looks outdated to me for new car.
@代曜榕
Жыл бұрын
Maybe HiPhi X has fake Meridian loudspeakers.
@eprohoda
2 жыл бұрын
brother. so icredible channel~ )
@sstoeps
2 жыл бұрын
i chose it without the meridian system am exited if ill regret it.
@hippopotomonstro3713
2 жыл бұрын
Such a cool video to present the audio system of this car. You covered every aspect and with good recording material to get a good idea. Most of the time when I see a video presenting a car, this aspect is omitted but it's quite an important aspect for many people. Now that I discovered your channel, which I'll follow, I'm gonna check if you've made another with Tesla 3 and/or Y. Many thanks for this video, all the best !
@DailyMotor
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yup we have our Model Y video here kzitem.info/news/bejne/jomsuntpnJyeZ5w
@DanielMartinez81
2 жыл бұрын
Please could someone translate the "B" rating in a scale from 1 to 10? (Assuming 1 would be rubbish and 10 would be perfect)
@DailyMotor
2 жыл бұрын
About 8/10.
@DanielMartinez81
2 жыл бұрын
@@DailyMotor not bad then!
@tonyn3227
2 жыл бұрын
can you watch you tube videos like on tesla,
@ming7682
2 жыл бұрын
It sounds better than my ES250
@romeomsfg3109
2 жыл бұрын
Pon reggaeton, no mames.
@curseknight5
2 жыл бұрын
If this is B tier, is the Ioniq 5 Bose system even worse?
@DailyMotor
2 жыл бұрын
Still don't know, Hyundai hasn't gotten us one.
@YDK72
2 жыл бұрын
Well B’s get degrees 😜
@mickaelrobic5633
2 жыл бұрын
I have this meridian audio system in my EV6, not really happy. I should have my head closed to the windshiled to recover a good stero shape, no possibility to have equaliser sets for separate speakers (no way to manage the central speaker), bad front-to-back spatialization (sound not loud at rear)...
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