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Re: Golf GTi / GTD Dynaudio vs VW Plug and Play Sound Package
« Reply #20 on: 14 April 2013, 12:08 »
I've got Dynaudio in my MK6 and the tyre noise is so great that you can't really appreciate it at lower volumes.
A sub has to be worthwhile to drown out the road noise hum but the mk7 would have to have massively less tyre noise than the mk6 for me to spend money on Dynaudio.
To be fair I'd not have specced it on the mk6 either but it came free with the (ex-demo) car.
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Re: Golf GTi / GTD Dynaudio vs VW Plug and Play Sound Package
« Reply #21 on: 14 April 2013, 12:38 »
That's what makes us all different  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
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Re: Golf GTi / GTD Dynaudio vs VW Plug and Play Sound Package
« Reply #22 on: 24 April 2013, 15:59 »
Posted this up in another thread.

Just had VW customer services call me back form my query of last week, and they have now 100% confirmed, that the Dynaudio not only comes with a Sub in the boot, but that it fits into the space saver spare wheel which is also delivered (as per the new Audi A3), and therefore you still get a spare not a silly can of puncture foam that ruins your tyre.

Happy days !!!
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Re: Golf GTi / GTD Dynaudio vs VW Plug and Play Sound Package
« Reply #23 on: 24 April 2013, 16:17 »
Posted this up in another thread.

Just had VW customer services call me back form my query of last week, and they have now 100% confirmed, that the Dynaudio not only comes with a Sub in the boot, but that it fits into the space saver spare wheel which is also delivered (as per the new Audi A3), and therefore you still get a spare not a silly can of puncture foam that ruins your tyre.

Happy days !!!

This makes me happy! Dynaudio on my Scirocco is 'nice' but I am sure on the Golf it will now be 'awsome'
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Re: Golf GTi / GTD Dynaudio vs VW Plug and Play Sound Package
« Reply #24 on: 24 April 2013, 17:18 »
Excellent news!!
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Re: Golf GTi / GTD Dynaudio vs VW Plug and Play Sound Package
« Reply #25 on: 24 April 2013, 17:50 »
Posted this up in another thread.

Just had VW customer services call me back form my query of last week, and they have now 100% confirmed, that the Dynaudio not only comes with a Sub in the boot, but that it fits into the space saver spare wheel which is also delivered (as per the new Audi A3), and therefore you still get a spare not a silly can of puncture foam that ruins your tyre.

Happy days !!!

That's much better.
A sub will make a huge difference as the standard Dynaudio is a little lacking.
Still don't think I want to spec it though, I'll just add some huge tyres and drown out the music that way!! Just like I did with the mk6s  :laugh:
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Re: Golf GTi / GTD Dynaudio vs VW Plug and Play Sound Package
« Reply #26 on: 24 April 2013, 18:54 »
Great, went with the Dynaaudio and didn't know about the sub :)
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Re: Golf GTi / GTD Dynaudio vs VW Plug and Play Sound Package
« Reply #27 on: 20 June 2017, 21:13 »
Hi All

A bit of a thread resurrection, but at the weekend I fitted the official VW Helix Plug & Play Sound Upgrade to my MK7 GTI.

I did much research before going for this, and found only really positive reviews about this kit. Helix is apparently a very well respected German audio company, and those that know their music have concluded that this is a great setup!

Installation took about 2 hours, and by purchasing a extended plastic retaining bolt (about £12.00), it is possible to keep the spare wheel.

The difference is nothing short of remarkable. I don't have much to compare it to except for the standard setup, and the Bose system I recently had in an Audi A1, but to say that I am pleased would be a significant understatement! A switch can be purchased (under £20 from VW), which enables a selection between standard and Helix.

The only downside was the need to purchase a programming dongle from VW to set select the correct vehicle, as it has pre-set settings. In the States a forum member purchased on and then rents it out for a small fee, but I couldn't find anyone in the UK offering this. It is only required for about 30 seconds to set!

Anyway, any questions please let me know. As you can guess, I highly recommend this kit!

http://www.volkswagen-accessories.com/en/product-ranges/infotainment/plug-and-play-soundsystem.html