Should sound the same as the 2023.

 

It does not sound the same IMO.

 

I can’t say compared to previous years, but compared to my Type-R (same awful head unit and “premium audio”) that I came from it’s light years better. Sound isn’t tinny like in the civic and I’m not in a rush to upgrade the system. It’s not ELS by any means, but it’s decent. I assume the new head unit has a different amp and crossovers. Also helps that it’s no longer using a 2011 version of android.

 

I think you’re on the wrong forum bud?

 

The head unit/XM receiver is new and now used HERE maps instead of Garmin, the amplifier is supposed to use a digital input from Head unit, so not the same as before. The 2024 BE front tweeters mounted in the A pillars look almost identical to the ones on my previous 2020 BE but are now rated at 2 ohms instead of 4 ohms. The 6.5 inch door speakers are also now 2 ohms instead of 4 ohms. I can't be sure but they seem to be not as heavy(magnet) as the 2020 version, cheap plastic basket with magnet encased in plastic housing. I did not remove the center speaker or the subwoofer to check the impedance, maybe later on I will get a chance. New system seems louder but can't do a side by side comparison. I also upgraded to Focal 4 ohm speakers on my 2020 and the sound quality IMO is significantly lower on the 2024 BE, its just louder. Also, seems distorted at high volume.

 

I’ll be curious to see if just upgrading the speakers makes a bigger difference than previous years given the new amp. The 2024 “premium” system ain’t great, but IMO it’s much better than the stock system of previous years.

 

There's nothing wrong with the system in the previous RTL-E/BE models.

 

I tend to agree with you, but we might be in the minority on this one.

 

It seems louder, which makes sense with the 2 ohm speakers. When I cranked it, I can hear the distortion, which on the 2020 BE with Focal speakers did not. I put one of my Focal 4 ohm door speakers in and while it sounded much better sound quality, the volume/power was less as expected, if I change all 6 speakers to 4 ohm, I probably won't notice the lower power. Crutchfield lists mainly Focal 2 ohm speakers as replacements for the 2024 but they are $1000 per set.

 

I was perusing crutchfield and there’s quite a few 3ohm options available for the doors. Hoping for some reason the center is 4ohm cause the pickins are slim in that area. I’m hoping to replace everything up front in the next couple months. Fix the sub and back speakers in the fall.

 

The 2024 UI is revamped and much faster than my 2023 BE. As far as how it sound, about the same.

 

Today I had a chance to go back to back with the 2024 BE and the 2023 E. sound systems Same music. There's not doubt in my mind the new BE system is better than the 2023 E (and by logic better than the new and old 7 speaker base systems). Very balanced and good detail, nice vocals. To me its a big deal to have control over the bass, mid, treble and center channel levels. Much better than the typical bass and treble options.

I've been looking to get a RL for nearly 3 years. Initially didn't like the minivan front end. When the refresh happened I looked really hard but there were some things I just couldn't live with...one was the crappy sound and infotainment system. When I found out there was no clear path to improving the system with aftermarket gear I lost interest. There were other things, like the arm rests and the lack of colors that interested me.

After today's listening session I think Honda has made the decision easier. I'm disappointed the TS doesn't come with the better stereo....I love the DSBP paint and prefer the interior in the TS vs. the BE although both are nice. I also am a frequent ventilated seat user. We have a Subaru and Pilot with ventilated seats and having them in a RL is a big deal to me.

Wife has the 24 Pilot Elite in SGP so my choice is probably going to be the RRM. They are in short supply in our area but should be able to get one done in the next few months.

 

I'm disappointed the TS doesn't come with the better stereo...

I think Honda made a big mistake there. They'd sell a ton of the TS if it had the BE upgrades. Not good making customers choose between those two. If nothing else offer an upgrade package for the TS!

 

Or don't delete the RTL-E!

 

I just ordered from Crutchfield the tweeters center speaker four door speakers all hertz, and they fostgate sub. Will get them installed this week and relay if there's a noticeable improvement. my 2024 sounds no better than my 2020 but the head unit is definitely faster.

 

Which trim level? I thought the BE 450W unit was a big jump over last years stuff. I'm hoping the base stereo can be improved because I'm leaning toward the DSBP TS at this point.

 

I installed the four-door speakers, the two tweeters the center speaker and a Rockford Fosgate subwoofer on the stock locations. The sound is better but I think I have lost some bass. So I’m going to add an amp and a dsp. They will be installing that next week. $1400 I really did not want to spend but I think it will dramatically help the sound. One of the big problems is no subwoofer adjustment on the 2024

 

did you do 2ohms all around?

 

This my first RL, RTL, and not too happy with the sound system. The quality of the sound is ok, marginally better than my Maverick was. It certainly not loud enough for me. Turning up the volume to max shows "40", roughly half way on the screen on the top. Is that normal for a '24 sound system?
Thx...

 

took the center speaker out and verified it’s also 2ohm. Really limits our options without an external amp.

Wonder if the 2ohm Bose speakers are a decent upgrade? I haven’t listened to the Honda Bose system yet.

 

So they installed the amp and the DSP today. What an amazing difference compared to just the speakers alone. Not cheap about $2900 for the speakers and amp sub and DSP but definitely worth it. I would give just the speakers only about a 30% Sound upgrade and with the amp hundred hundred percent plus. Really does sound fantastic

 

What sub set up, what outage? Pics?

 

Anyone found a way to see the satellite map on the 2024's yet?