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#61 of 8249 reading the book.... by jed1894 Nov 07, 2000 (4:21 am)
I read the book twice (three times now after reading vwguild's post) and it still sounds the same. Matter-of-fact, I've been playing with it for the last hour trying to improve sound. Don't misunderstand me.....the system sounds good, but just not worth what it cost (in my opinion). r34: In my humble consumer opinion.....unless you're into a sophisticated sound system that requires reading a manual or book to operate, I'd get the regular sound system and save the bucks. I personally want a car radio I can operate without reading a manual. PLUG N PLAY! There's enough reading on other more important topics. Bottomline: when I bought the car I did not pay much attention to the sound of the system. The price definitely caught my eye but I figured it was a really nice radio. Plue it was the only wagon on the lot. On the way home (1.5 hour drive) my wife drove and I read the manuals and played with knobs, controls, etc. (the things we do with new cars) and I was kinda disappointed in the price of the sound system compared to what I heard. Good luck.... John
#62 of 8249 Monsoon Price & Sound by vwguild Nov 07, 2000 (4:14 pm)
These are the very first complaints that I have ever heard regarding this system...and I talk to every single new car customer that we have. Regarding price...you might want to check to compare the cost $287/$325..to other mfg. upgraded systems, or at the cost of a 200 watt, 8 channel, actively crossed system at CircuitCity, or Best Buy...plus installation. Once again...if I can be of help...call me
#63 of 8249 Monsoon Stereo by r34 Nov 07, 2000 (5:11 pm)
I test drove the car with the Monsoon system. The sound is ok but it's not as good as some people mentioned. Although it is 200W 8 speakers, it is not much better than my Altima's base system (60W 4 speakers). I turned the bass to max but it's worse than my Altima's bass. Even my wife can notice that. I always complaint to people about my Altima's stereo bass if I listen to tape/radio. CD is OK though. I listened only to the radio during my test drive. Tape/CD on the Monsoon may be better. I heard some people complaint the Monsoon bass too and they told me it's quiet difficult to upgrade the monsoon system. They suggested me buy the base stereo and then spend money on aftermarket amp/speakers.
#64 of 8249 Is it true ? by r34 Nov 07, 2000 (5:15 pm)
Someone told me if I turn the volume of my car's stereo very high from time to time (not always), I may have better bass later. He compared the difference between doing that and keeping the volume at normal level all the time.
#65 of 8249 R34 by vwguild Nov 07, 2000 (7:00 pm)
Once again, you need to adjust bass, treble, and mid for each medium, ie. CD, Tape, am, & fm. Never heard of the above...
#66 of 8249 Start knock.... by jed1894 Nov 07, 2000 (11:37 pm)
I posted this on another topic, but I'll do it here also..... Has anyone noticed (on their Passat) a loud start-up knock from the engine. I noticed when my wife started the engine that it knocked (top end) for about 1 second very loudly. I was wondering if this was normal? Thanks....John
#67 of 8249 jed by Sporin Nov 08, 2000 (12:55 pm)
I've never had any knocking... are you using the recommended grade of gas? (91 octane)
#68 of 8249 Monsoon Update by vwguild Nov 08, 2000 (8:55 pm)
Power Output for the above is: 4X20 to the tweeters (2 at *A* pillars) 2 in rear                       Doors) 2X20 to the woofers (front doors) 2X30 to the Sub-woofers (rear doors)
#69 of 8249 Bumper-Bumper Warranty by r34 Nov 08, 2000 (9:16 pm)
Do airbags, airbag control unit/module and oxygen sensor covered only within the first 2 years ? How about things like hoses and battery ? If a failure of a component will prevent the car to move, that component should be covered under the 10 years warranty, right? Thanks.
#70 of 8249 2001.5 passat by iluvmax Nov 08, 2000 (11:29 pm)
Wow I was looking at the pics of the 2001.5 Passat and it looks beautiful!! Its got real cup holders too wooohooo. Does anyone know when it goes on sale? I love my y2k max but I could be persuaded to switch lol

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