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Old 11-23-2012, 12:44 PM
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Purchasing a new S4 tomorrow - ordering one - is the Bang & OlufsenŽ Sound System worth the extra $$$?
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Go listen to it.
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None of the dealers around me have one with it.
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The upgrade for the S4 is relatively inexpensive compared to other models. If you're able to appreciate quality sound then I think it's a no-brainer as it does sound a lot better than the Bose system and an aftermarket system will cost you a lot more money.

If you view music like non-car people view cars (car is just to get from point A to point B), then don't bother.
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I asked the same question. The general consensus was that the B&O option for the S4 is a great value and there is a noticeable, if not significant, difference between the BO and the stock sound system. For me, I looked at the cost over the terms of a lease; it added about $11 per month, or about $400 over 36 months. Worth it to me.
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The OEM system ain't great, particularly for a $50K+ car, so I'd say the B&O is well worth the $$$.
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Yes!
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B&O is completely worth it.
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Yes get it. For $500 it's completely worth it. I've had lots of compliments on the sound quality already.
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For what Audi charges for the upgrade, it's completely worth it. I'd say, definitely go for it.


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