Tesla Model Y audio review: An audiophile's dream? | TotallyEV

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  • @TotallyEV
    @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

    Find the best Tesla Model Y deals: locally.link/6MWY
    Review of the Tesla Model Y audio system: totallyev.net/tesla-model-y-audio-review-an-audiophiles-dream/
    Full review of the Model Y: totallyev.net/tesla-model-y-review-best-electric-suv/
    Video timestamps:
    Audio configuration: 00:00
    Connectivity & EQ: 01:12
    Cabin noise: 02:33
    Sound demo: 03:28
    Bass: 05:13
    Treble: 06:01
    Soundstage: 07:13
    Verdict: 08:35

  • @Epearson02130
    @Epearson02130 Před rokem +23

    I was completely blown away by the audio sound in our MYLR. Incredible, I felt like I was watching a concert live. Then I had to look up who produced the sound for the Y and found out Tesla hired engineers from Bang & Olufsen…then I said, that explains it!

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem +4

      Yup! Ironically B&O systems always lack a bit of midrange, yet that's not the case with the Model Y.

  • @grahamwhatling1871
    @grahamwhatling1871 Před 2 lety +30

    Love that you do audio reviews! Really appreciate these, so often overlooked or little information available

  • @jasoncoffee
    @jasoncoffee Před rokem +11

    I absolutely love my Model Y’s sound system.

  • @maxflight777
    @maxflight777 Před 2 lety +10

    Well done ! The audio in the MY came as a complete surprise! It’s astonishing

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Thanks, glad you liked the dedicated audio review, too!

    • @koruki
      @koruki Před 2 lety +4

      same, totally destroys the systems ive had in audi and porsches that cost 3-4x more

    • @garrylong2993
      @garrylong2993 Před rokem +1

      It’s awesome, bass and treble is too high from factory, but it takes less than 30 seconds to change it. I have it set to 0.5 on sub, -1.5 on bass and -0.5 on treble and it’s perfect

  • @Rick9482
    @Rick9482 Před 10 měsíci +2

    The only change I make on the audio system in my LR 3 is the volume. Every other setting is already perfect.

  • @yeahbuddy92193911
    @yeahbuddy92193911 Před 19 dny +1

    Best sound system by far i've ever heard was in our Model Y... simply incredible. Try listening to Kenny Loggins Heart to Heart.

  • @industryrule-4080
    @industryrule-4080 Před 10 měsíci +1

    My settings, works for modern recorded music.
    sub: -1.5
    bass: +0.5
    midbass: -2.0
    mid: +2.5
    midhigh: +1.5
    high: -0.5
    immersive: between off and standard
    This might be anecdotal, but reducing the sub seemed to improve that ear pressurization feeling I was experiencing at highway speeds, when I have the audio louder.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 10 měsíci

      Interesting, thanks for sharing!

  • @BlueAsia76
    @BlueAsia76 Před rokem +3

    Very good audio review really enjoyed

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem +1

      Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

  • @lukabosnjak3829
    @lukabosnjak3829 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Anyone interested in a decently neutral eq, here's mine so far for the German built Model Y (I'll probably refine it more with time and update the settings):
    sub 1.0 (for slightly more bass at the rear seats)
    bass -3.0
    mid bass 2.0 (controls around 200hz, clearly missing response, easily hearable with sine sweep, pink noise or comparison to any decent sound system, so I'm questioning this review and opinions which are definitely not that subjective)
    mids 0.5 (controls around 1khz)
    mid highs 0.5 (controls around 4khz)
    highs -2.0 (actually would need to be lower but then its simply missing the response above 10khz)
    Imersive sound between off and middle (off would be ideal for neutral reproduction but then the surround speakers next to sun visors are not used)

  • @kennylim136
    @kennylim136 Před rokem +3

    Thanks for talking about other qualities besides EV range! I as well found my ‘23 MY system a step above my ‘18 Lexus RX350. I can just tell by testing CZcams high res. demo musics!

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem +1

      Pleasure, glad you liked the video and that you're enjoying the Model Y!

  • @dathyr1
    @dathyr1 Před rokem +1

    I am pretty sure when I purchase my Model Y Long Range vehicle I will enjoy the Audio system it provides. Thanks for the review. Take care.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem

      Pleasure, glad you enjoyed the review!

  • @KC-bv9kf
    @KC-bv9kf Před 2 lety +5

    As an audiophile, the sound systems are seriously taken into consideration.
    I agree with your assessment, though I have the 2022 model 3 LR.
    My one disappointment is the road noise at highway speed affecting the sound quality.
    Below highway speed, it’s better than my m5, imho. But above 70mph, the road noise can overwhelm the sound system and a serious compromise for daily driver enjoyment.
    Suggestions please?

    • @nigelgarvey2046
      @nigelgarvey2046 Před 2 lety +3

      Stick to the speed limit? 🤔

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +5

      You could look into dampening materials, but you'll need to consult an audio specialists in your area for that!

    • @Wasabi9111
      @Wasabi9111 Před 2 lety +3

      Totally agree. The road noise on the hwy is so loud in the Tesla it totally ruins the audio. Otherwise it’s great around town.

    • @papaco9561
      @papaco9561 Před 2 lety

      @@nigelgarvey2046 hahahah

    • @newideapictures
      @newideapictures Před rokem

      Cabin noise is unacceptable on freeway

  • @williamkatzners
    @williamkatzners Před rokem +2

    Thank you for the review.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem +1

      Pleasure, glad it was useful!

  • @charlievandermeer3163

    Hey love your videos mate! Was just wondering- I’m currently struggling to find a nice sound in my model why. Feel like it’s too front heavy. Do you suggest maybe moving the balance back?

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem

      Thank you! Interesting, wasn't the case in the tested vehicle - do you have the AWD model or the RWD model? As for your actual question - you could go a few notches back on the slider, but that might negatively affect the impact of the system.

  • @kartikk127
    @kartikk127 Před 2 lety +2

    It might be worth using binaural microphones. Should make the audio more accurate when listening with headphones.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Might look into that at a later date, thanks!

  • @gokulsukumar6516
    @gokulsukumar6516 Před rokem +1

    Is this the MY LR or RWD? Also is there a difference in the sound system between the two.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem +1

      At the time of the review the RWD didn't exist. So, it's the AWD model on review here.

  • @martinrossel6933
    @martinrossel6933 Před rokem

    Great run-through! Now I don't know what kind of microphone you use but it's very mid range and now much else. (as in bass or treble) That said I'm sure the system sounds great...

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem

      Thanks! As for the equipment used, it's linked in the description.

  • @alexc6946
    @alexc6946 Před 2 lety +1

    I wish I had watched this video when I owned my Tesla Model 3. I like the way you recommend the audio settings that in your opinion bring out the most optimal sound. I loved the sound system but found the treble & bass a little overwhelming at higher volumes and sometimes suffered ear fatigue. I now own a Volvo C40 Recharge and was able to find recommended sound settings online. It has really made a difference. If you have any recommendations for the sound settings in the Harman Kardon system in the C40, please do share. The way I have it set up now in my C40 is with treble at +5 (out of 10), bass at -4 and the surround sound at no more than 30% to help preserve the mid range clarity.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad you like the review format, although surprising you found the treble and bass overpowering, especially the latter frequency range in comparison to the Volvo!
      As for the recommendations on the C40 - as you would have seen in the review of the vehicle itself, the settings of the XC40 are what we'd recommend in the C40 too - here's a link to the review: czcams.com/video/Z9LTHiaGw9g/video.html

    • @alexc6946
      @alexc6946 Před 2 lety

      @@TotallyEV Good point. The bass in the Volvo was very strong and I had to turn it down. One thing that made the Tesla much better was when a recent software upgrade brought in the ‘Auto’ setting for the subwoofer. It started automatically adjusting the low frequencies based on what was playing and it made a significant difference. Overall going from the Tesla to the Volvo (from a sound system perspective) initially felt like a mistake. I believe (correct me if I’m wrong) the subwoofer in the C40 is in the front and I felt the mids and highs were being drowned out. Once I adjusted the settings, I started seeing the benefits of the Hartman Kardon system in the Volvo. What I love most is the clarity in the instrument separation.
      That said, if I had a Model 3/Y now I would definitely turn the treble down a few clicks and keep the subwoofer on ‘Auto’. About the immersive sound in the Tesla, I always had it on. What benefits did you see when turning it off?

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +1

      @@alexc6946 that's wrong, the subwoofer in the C40 and XC40 are at the rear but there's an air woofer at the front; again, would suggest reading or watching the reviews! :)

    • @alexc6946
      @alexc6946 Před 2 lety

      @@TotallyEV Thank you for the clarification. I watched the XC40 sound system review and learned a lot. Keep posting great videos. I enjoy watching all of them!!

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Thank you for the kind words, glad you're enjoying the reviews!

  • @TheElectricMan
    @TheElectricMan Před 2 lety +1

    great review

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Thank you, glad you liked it!

  • @Rollaroundtap
    @Rollaroundtap Před 2 lety +1

    How does power go in comparison with Bentley Naim, by power I mean in terms of loudness as I believe Bentley has over 2000 watts and Y less then half that?

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +1

      Both are plenty loud!

    • @garrylong2993
      @garrylong2993 Před rokem +1

      Tesla has around 600 watts but that is plenty with this car, would wish for a 10 inch sub though

  • @DQ-su6qf
    @DQ-su6qf Před 2 lety

    My 2022 model Y Performance exceeded my expectations on a number of levels…

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for sharing, glad you're enjoying it!

  • @MrBazsi888
    @MrBazsi888 Před 2 lety +1

    I wished you talk about Polestar2 & i4 Harman Kardon for comparison reasons too when mentioning iX3 in this test. Please tell me your top 5 electric car audio systems today. Thank You for your hard work. I can hope EQC will be your next pick.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +3

      Glad you liked the reviews!
      As for the comparison, sorry; in a nutshell the BMW and P2 have better sub-bass extension, while the BMW also has bettered mids over the P2, but isn't quite up to scratch to the MY.
      All vehicles have good soundstage, and we'd say the MY is slightly less engaging but a bit more airy than the i4.
      EQC would be great to review indeed!
      As for the top 5 sound systems:
      1. Naim Audio in the Bentley Bentayga Hybrid
      2. Premium Audio in Model 3/Y
      3. Harman Kardon in BMW i4
      4. Harman Kardon in P2/Volvo XC40/Kia Soul EV/BMW iX3
      5. Bang & Olufsen in Audi e-tron GT/Audi A7 TFSIe
      Oh and the best of the best would be the Sennheiser Ambeo system (which uses Bowers & Wilkins), but that's unreleased :)

    • @MrBazsi888
      @MrBazsi888 Před 2 lety

      @@TotallyEV where do you rank the iX Bowers & Wilkins sound system in your list ?

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Not reviewed that system unfortunately, so can't comment!

    • @MrBazsi888
      @MrBazsi888 Před 2 lety

      @@TotallyEV Some say that the Bowers system is not worth the asking price and the Harman Kardon version in the iX is actually the way to go. But I don't want to influence your opinion... so we will see what will be your findings with the new bmw luxury suv.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      @@MrBazsi888 might be a little while but do stay tuned :)!

  • @heyimjustaguy3743
    @heyimjustaguy3743 Před 9 měsíci

    So does the Model Ys from 2020 only have 15 speakers? And is it different from the 14 speaker system?

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Can't recall, check the video and the written review!

  • @nigelgarvey2046
    @nigelgarvey2046 Před 2 lety +5

    I'm looking forward to hearing how it handles orchestral music. A voice and three instruments isn't much of a test.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +6

      Nigel, not all the frequencies can be properly heard over CZcams or the mics. We'd suggest trying it yourself in person.
      Note, a musical orchestra won't also be the best of tests for certain lower frequencies either ;)

    • @nigelgarvey2046
      @nigelgarvey2046 Před 2 lety +3

      @@TotallyEV Well yes. Electronic instruments are better for testing extreme bass frequencies. 😁 But orchestral music contains a lot of detail which needs to be audible in the right positions and in the right proportions. However, as you say, the sound quality's not going to come across in any case when it's re-recorded with mics and played back via CZcams.
      I will of course be trying the Y's sound system when I get my own Y in a month or three. I just hope it's not better than my hi-fi system at home. I'd be forever doomed to drive through the night to hear my favourite music at its best!

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +2

      Enjoy!

  • @maxflight777
    @maxflight777 Před 2 lety

    At 2:58 you refer to 18 inch rims …
    There is no Tesla model Y with 18 inch rims.
    The LR MY is on 19 inch alloys with plastic trims.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      The Model 3 must have been on our minds, haha!

  • @FrankSpeer66
    @FrankSpeer66 Před rokem

    So what would I have to do to actually have lossless music playing through that Tesla speaker system? I have a USB DAC that can handle that high-quality lost this music so how would I hook that up? I'm assuming I would have to use my phone into my DAC into the USB port which would then find its way into the speaker system? Thank you

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem

      A DAC isn't going to be what you need - you'll need to load your favourite songs (hi-res) on a USB stick and plug that into the USB port found within the globe box.

    • @FrankSpeer66
      @FrankSpeer66 Před rokem

      @TotallyEV but are the amplifiers inside of the Tesla able to unpack those high-resolution files so we are hearing them in their actual quality?

  • @darrellfether8964
    @darrellfether8964 Před 2 lety

    Is the rear subwoofer in the hatch? That’s the part you showed when stating that.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Indeed it's at the rear of the vehicle!

    • @darrellfether8964
      @darrellfether8964 Před 2 lety

      @@TotallyEV the two are the hatch aren’t to the subwoofer though, I’m reading they are Dolby surround and the subwoofer is on the passenger side compartment.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      @@darrellfether8964 see our written review for pictures of the rear surrounds (located within the inner boot lid)

  • @seohrf
    @seohrf Před 7 měsíci

    all Model y owners: the audio system is better than the BMW EQE 450 sedan ? ( I just drove it last week: the sound is amazing), but I never drive model Y. so any one can compare both, and tell me more.thank you.

  • @packetattack7437
    @packetattack7437 Před rokem

    Can you get SiriusXM in this car?

  • @christopherrmcg
    @christopherrmcg Před 2 lety +1

    The model Y/3 don't really have deep sub bass. Any song with deep sub bass and the lower frequencies are completely rolled off and nearly missing. And I also noticed the Model Y has a brighter (too bright) sound even with everything zeroed out compared to the model 3

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +2

      It's not as deep as a few of the HK system, but it's certainly not cut off.
      As for the highs, would also disagree there, they're identical.

    • @christopherrmcg
      @christopherrmcg Před 2 lety +1

      @@TotallyEV compared to other audio systems in non-ev's below a certain hz it is heavily rolled off and an 8 inch subwoofer is physically not going to be able to get as low as a system with a 10 inch woofer. Furthermore same drivers or not the tuning can easily be different based on different cabin acoustics. Your own review turned the treble down 1.5 in the Y and .5 in the 3.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Think you're mistaken, we dropped the top end by 0.5db in both systems.
      As for the sub-bass, again, it's plentiful and extends well into the lower tones, but you're welcome to your own opinion; we're just comparing it to the 50+ in-car audio systems we've reviewed on the site already :)

    • @christopherrmcg
      @christopherrmcg Před 2 lety

      @@TotallyEV I must’ve heard you wrong, regardless the model Y was definitely brighter to my ears. One thing that wasn’t opinionated was the sub-bass.. your test tracks must not go low enough because some music I played the system completely rolled off the deep bass. Most music you wouldn’t even notice it but when you do it’s a glaring flaw. Y’all can downplay it all you want but the Tesla audio system needs a larger subwoofer to actually be an audiophiles dream. I’ve listened to Tesla Audi BMW Volvo Mercedes Buick Dodge Jeep Lexus audio systems. I haven’t kept count. Tesla owners acknowledge the same.. it might be the same on paper but it definitely does not sound the same

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      @@christopherrmcg you're welcome to disagree with our opinion, Christopher; but we're happy with our assessment of the Model Y and other vehicles we've reviewed on the site.

  • @chrsil
    @chrsil Před 2 lety

    Does the model y DM and model 3 DM have the same stereo and number of speakers?

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes, presume you watched the video?

    • @chrsil
      @chrsil Před 2 lety

      @@TotallyEV yup. Missed that part :D. Thank you

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      @@chrsil :O

  • @bearlemley
    @bearlemley Před rokem

    My MYP struggles a little with my Daughters GAGA albums my Metallica and Creed.
    It’s a good stock system, but certainly not a great system IMHO. It begs to be upgraded

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem

      Which vehicle at this price point beats it?

  • @mrarzoo1
    @mrarzoo1 Před 2 lety

    Is the window double paned ?

  • @peterh7824
    @peterh7824 Před 2 lety

    Great video

  • @elmariachi5133
    @elmariachi5133 Před 9 dny

    OEM sound will never be leading, compared to even an average after market sound system. Like any OEM technology ever, no matter what.

  • @TrickyTree84
    @TrickyTree84 Před 8 měsíci

    Standard range Model Y also has premium audio?

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 8 měsíci

      That's right, at least at a time of filming, check the written review for more info!

    • @TrickyTree84
      @TrickyTree84 Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@TotallyEV As of now. MY standard range has premium audio. Source is the Tesla website. M3 standard range does not

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 8 měsíci +1

      That's right.

    • @stevesanders4071
      @stevesanders4071 Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@TrickyTree84 I’ve got a model Y standard range coming in Jan, from the website it does appear that the lowest spec model Y RWD standard has the upgraded stereo. That’s what I’m hoping for anyway

    • @TrickyTree84
      @TrickyTree84 Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@stevesanders4071 me too. Hoping it's on Titus. Somewhere in the Atlantic by now.

  • @EdwardMillen
    @EdwardMillen Před rokem

    I'm very confused right now... I've just got a Model Y, and as soon as I turned on the audio, I noticed it sounded... weird. It's like all of the sound is very clearly coming from the middle bottom of the windscreen, except the bass from the sub, which is from the opposite end of the car. So it sounds like listening to two completely separate things at once, and not "immersive" at all. Tried playing different music, all the different possible positions of all the audio settings, etc, but it makes no difference to that at all (other than if I send the balance all the way into the back of the car, then it finally stops sounding like it's all coming from the speakers on top of the dashboard). There does seem to be some sound coming from the speakers in the doors etc, but it's extremely quiet, as if their levels are set way too low (but there's no accessible setting for that). Is there something wrong with my car, or what?!

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem

      Not sure what to say - certainly wasn't the case for us.

    • @joggelweekend
      @joggelweekend Před rokem

      Make an appointment with Tesla service! Maybe they wired the speakers incorrectly or the amplifier is broken.

    • @RalfRieder
      @RalfRieder Před rokem

      I made exactly the same observation. Did you find a solution? Probably will make a service appointment...

  • @maxflight777
    @maxflight777 Před 2 lety

    My girlfriend has the BMW HK … Personally I think the Tesla MY is way better sound.

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety +1

      Which BMW vehicle exactly?

    • @maxflight777
      @maxflight777 Před 2 lety +1

      @@TotallyEV 218i convertible.

    • @stephenharrison9808
      @stephenharrison9808 Před rokem

      I think the HK in my 435 sounds much better than the Tesla but 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @mitchhedberg4415
    @mitchhedberg4415 Před 2 lety

    Maybe an "audiophile" that think Bose crap sounds good too....

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před 2 lety

      Guess you haven't watched our Bose Hyundai Ioniq 5 review: czcams.com/video/Bc2VBYYR8Zk/video.html

  • @dontfeedtheunicorn
    @dontfeedtheunicorn Před rokem

    Shocked that people love this stereo. The bass is horrible and sluggish. Such a dissapointment

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem

      Well that's a first! In the AWD models?

    • @dontfeedtheunicorn
      @dontfeedtheunicorn Před rokem

      @@TotallyEV we did our testdrive in the Performance 2023. The amp is a weak 160w, and the woofer looks like a big PC speaker from the 90'. We bought the LR and will be picking it up in 2 weeks time. That sub and amp is the first to be swapped ou in our car :) The sound in our 2021 Model 3 SR+ without the sub is alot nicer

    • @TotallyEV
      @TotallyEV  Před rokem

      That's even more surprising given the entry level Model 3 doesn't even have a subwoofer (only woofers within the doors): totallyev.net/tesla-model-3-audio-review-standard-vs-premium-audio-comparison/

    • @dontfeedtheunicorn
      @dontfeedtheunicorn Před rokem

      @@TotallyEV correct. It does not have the joke of a woofer. It ruins the overall audio from my standpoint

    • @dontfeedtheunicorn
      @dontfeedtheunicorn Před rokem

      @@TotallyEV I actually have to change my view. I picked up my 2023 MYLR on friday and the stereo is far better than the car Tesla provided for my testdrive this summer. There has to be something wrong with the Perfomance the dealer gave me. The sub is way better in my car. Althou, the tweeter are a bit to crisp. First time I had to take em down a few notches