With the new BMW models, drivers can now enjoy a completely different driving experience thanks to their HypersonX sound system. This is not just engine noise, but also a multi-dimensional audio experience created by the BMW Group Sound Design Studio that will create an emotional connection between you and your car.
According to BMW Group Sound Design Studio, the HypersonX has 43 unique sound signals and dedicated driving sounds for both Personal and Sport Modes, adapting to the precise driving style. The Neue Klasse model is able to achieve this leap forward in automotive sound by using state-of-the-art hardware and software, including the BMW Operating System X processor and a new control unit. According to Renzo Vitale, Creative Director of Sound Design at BMW Group, HypersonX imparts a distinctive acoustic quality that prioritises precision and warmth. This is particularly evident in the lightness, warmth, and precision of the Neue Klasse models.
While the previous systems had more intricate and complex basic notes, the new soundscape now has a wider range of nuances that include heightened colouration, depth, and precision. It makes driving BMW even more enjoyable.’ The. With the help of a new audio control unit, the dynamic range is greatly expanded, and the drive sound’s spatial modulation immerses the guests, making it feel like they are moving through multiple 3D sound layers as you move at heightened speed.
Human nature plays a significant role in the welcome sound. To achieve a comfortable, balanced sound, BMW has placed the highest and lowest frequencies in the room. The welcome sound is unique because it incorporates the voices of BMW Group Design Studio employees in their native languages, creating a warm and sympathetic atmosphere for moments of driving joy.
To achieve an expressive yet understated sound, BMW utilised a new algorithm that generated over nine million sound instances and reduced them to assemble based on BMW’s sound DNA for achieving essentially multi-dimensional acoustics. This creates an emotional connection between the driver and car, bringing a positive energy to the Neue Klasse’s percussion presence.
