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Image: BMW 3 Series Right Side Subwoofer Bass Speaker for sale at MT Auto Parts for  £39.79 Can you put a subwoofer in a BMW? Yes — and many BMWs already have bass speakers built into the factory audio system. On several BMW models, particularly those equipped with Harman Kardon or another upgraded audio system, low-frequency sound is produced by speakers mounted beneath the front seats rather than by a conventional subwoofer enclosure in the boot. That makes the underseat location one of the most practical places to upgrade the bass without losing boot space or changing the appearance of the interior. The BMW Underseat Subwoofer – What's Already There BMW's factory audio systems vary significantly between models and specifications. On many F-generation 1-5 Series and related models, upgraded systems use larger underseat woofers alongside the door and rear speakers. BMW audio specialists confirm that, for example, F-generation 3 and 4 Series cars could have 6.5-inch underseat ...

  Photo by Mr Dibo on Unsplash The BMW audio system question comes up surprisingly often, and usually for the same reason: someone buys a used BMW, assumes it has the premium system because it’s a BMW, and then wonders why it sounds a bit flat. Or they buy new and want to know whether it’s worth adding Harman Kardon as an option. Or they’ve heard about Bowers & Wilkins and want to know if their car can have it. This guide answers all of it. In simple and plain language, to the question every BMW owner eventually asks: what have I actually got? BMW’s Four Audio System Tiers BMW offers four distinct levels of in-car audio, from the standard system fitted to every car to the flagship Bowers & Wilkins Diamond. Here’s what each one actually is: 1. Base (Standard) System The entry-level system is fitted to BMWs that haven’t been optioned with anything better. You’ll typically find six speakers driven by the head unit directly, with no separate amplifier. It’s perfectly functiona...