GEN 2 RIVIAN SOUND SYSTEMS SUCK! HERE'S WHAT NEEDS TO CHANGE

EV Channels Review

The reviewer expresses significant disappointment with the Gen 2 Rivian R1S premium sound system, deeming it a letdown for a luxury vehicle. While acknowledging improvements through software updates since its initial release, the system is criticized for being muddy, lacking clarity, and having insufficient bass. The reviewer, an audio engineer, highlights issues with speaker tuning and placement, noting that the dedicated subwoofer is underutilized and quieter than door speakers. Clarity is particularly poor in the second and third rows, with the latter being the least clear. The reviewer suggests that while software updates have helped, hardware limitations and cabin acoustics may hinder further improvement. Recommendations include enhancing bass output, improving clarity across all rows, and re-evaluating the subwoofer's performance, potentially through hardware changes. The overall experience is described as flat, muddy, and cheap, especially considering the vehicle's price point.