2021 Volvo S90 - Bowers and Wilkins Sound System Review

The S90 B&W audio system is just another example of some of the best car audio available.
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0:00 Infotainment, sound settings, speakers, inputs
5:52 Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
6:40 Lo-fi/Chill (ChillShop)
7:31 Classical (The Travelling Symphony)
9:12 Rock (Homeworld Collapse)
10:50 Bass (Redlips)
11:44 Electronic (Muffin)
12:48 Electronic (Aimless Lyrics)
13:53 Final thoughts
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This video was filmed with in-ear, binaural microphones, so if you listen with headphones, it will sound like you're sitting in the driver's seat!
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[@matthewdeaton7961]

I used to have one and I swear to you the first time I heard the sound system I teared up. Had a first gen ipod, all the pioneer high end stereos and hifi players and shit that Volvo was awesome.

[@mjm050380]

Such a well put together video. Great work.

[@xghost2522]

I love this car. Volvo is very underrated

[@DanielDuedu]

Excellent review

[@liviurosca]

OMG, i’m looking for one and i’m watching all B&W Volvo reviews on KZbin. Literally in every video the music sounds like it’s a added soundtrack in the video editor. The sound it’s so good, seems ireal to be a live recording. 😅

[@AdamJRowen]

Amazed by the audio system on Volvo

[@sleelakrishnan]

Worth the price which we all paying so much... lots and lots of love from VOLVO... First of all thank you so much sir great review 💟☮️

[@hplovecraftmacncheese]

on my JBL LSR 305 speakers at home, this sounds better than the other video of the Mercedes with the Burmeister system.

[@chicagokingpin1809]

I have this sound system in my 2020 s90 volvo r design and it sounds great.

[@Nickthedogfan]

My xc90 has the b&w system and I love it

[@Trance88]

Damn. This has gotta be the BEST stock stereo you can get in a vehicle.

[@SKYZO4]

up there with tesla :)

[@christopherrmcg]

@@SKYZO4 it’s well past Tesla

[@stijnhs]

@@SKYZO4 bruh...

[@SKYZO4]

@@christopherrmcg trust me, no. teslas are known for having one of the best sound systems out there

[@christopherrmcg]

@@SKYZO4 yeah um no it’s not one of the best I’ve listened to all of them

[@ivanlowjones]

I still like to blast my old school 80's and 90's CD's in my 2017 XC90's Bowers & Wilkins system. It's the last year Volvo offered a CD player in their lineup. The CD's do sound great in my car despite the nicks and scratches on the discs.

[@TheJacobGZuma]

Nothing can beat the sound quality on a cd. Makes you wonder if we are progressing.

[@trainsandplanes8304]

@@TheJacobGZuma Apple Music and Tidal high-resolution lossless are higher resolution and better sounding objectively than CDs.

[@e_kh_84]

The Only One channel that also reviews and tests audio systems of cars!

[@hamzaalghazawi2301]

U have done it! I thank u

[@Ksa-jy7eb]

Gorgeous

[@privateuser3725]

Love how you panned when that Volvo passed you

[@spicymemesz]

Very well done

[@BlameGamerOfficial]

Really was amazing listening to this with you, feel like the Maserati Quattroporte sounded similar but less good. Have you ever tried Tidal with Bowers & Wilkins?

[@DailyMotor]

Didn't get a chance to try Tidal in this one because I didn't want to pay for Tidal HiFi, but I changed my mind and signed up again, so I'll use Tidal for the upcoming Burmester test in the E450 for channel members.

[@rogerioleandromelo6886]

Hi, from what I've been seeing, these 3 brands of car sounds are exceptional, but there's always a better one, which one do you think is better, you've tried them all. Bowers & Wilkins Bang & Olufsen Meridian Surround.

[@kamilk6241]

Best audio system ever. Now its difficult to sold my v90 due to amazing sound.

[@SunflowerSun4]

Ahhh. Bowers&Wilkins has the best quality highs in my opinion. Fantastic. You can listening to it loud and for a long time too, and it will not be tiring. I looove this sound system. It's s better choice especially for the money than the Audi RS6 B&O. Idk which one is better, M5 B&W or S90 B&W. What do you think Charlie? And... There is the new Peugeot 308, 3008 with focal and the new Tucson. 🙃☺️

[@v12-s65]

bmw m5 bowers is weak in comparison

[@christopherrmcg]

The mid-level Harman Kardon system is pretty good for the money. About 7.5/10ths as good as the Bowers and Wilkins. Great surround sound, flat frequency response with good clean deep bass reproduction below 50Hz. Lacking in Volume and overall mid/highs clarity + bass extension compared to the Bowers and Wilkins sound system.

[@greatestsportslegends]

Love it. Listening to it through my desktop speakers doesn't do it any kind of justice, however. I really wish they had a CD option, though. I have so many high-end CDs (Telarc, for example) that I would absolutely love to use. May have to consider how to install an aftermarket one... Thoughts, Charlie?

[@bobmarley5454]

Just rip the CD's to a .FLAC file and load them onto your phone/car, any CD reader should do.

[@iuripires7285]

Could you describe the sound of the S90 (no B&W, no Harman) the standard one? Does it have a dedicated bass? Does it sound good? Any upgrade you consider to it ?

[@madl99]

good dynamic ranges

[@mohammedalomari1998]

Thanks Charlie. The best ever sound system I have ever heard is Dynaudio in Volvo s80 2007 model. The most natural warm realistic dimensional system ever. The new system tend to be overprocessed and too mimic. In this new digital approach you hear more detailed sound but unfortunately not authentic and beautiful. Do you agree with me? Kind regards

[@360milliondollars]

I bet Depeche Mode will sound great in this... NICE

[@billyjoe4693]

Hey Charlie, which Volvo that you’ve tested has the best sounding and most powerful system? Thanks 🙏🏻 I’m looking to get a Volvo in the near future and tbh all I care about is the sound system lol

[@fbp452]

I think it's XC90. In the bowers review for the XC60, DailyMotor says the XC90 has a slightly better sound.

[@xxd3nraxx740]

2 years late, but the X90 has a slightly better sounding system.

[@AdrianKurian]

First I was like it’s fine I guess but then I noticed it.

[@annusepisodes3591]

Please do audi sound system review

[@TheMstwntdLMSV123]

Do you notice a big difference in subwoofer performance between Volvo models (i.e. suv vs wagons vs sedans or 60 vs 90)?

[@DailyMotor]

Not really I don't think. They all seem pretty darn powerful

[@benoit.b9337]

Excited for this sound system. Care nothing for the car.

[@nathannnathan85]

better car than you drive in sure.

[@benoit.b9337]

@@nathannnathan85 Dependent on what you consider good I suppose. I will take my 330i every day of the year over this bland POS.

[@danky-_-stanky4500]

@@benoit.b9337 you call this car bland compared to a bmw 330i 😂 hoof you have interest taste 😂

[@oweny7814]

330i is definitely going to bring more excitement. The current Volvo lineup is built around simplicity and calm cautious cruising. For those that just want a peaceful environment in an otherwise hectic world.

[@danky-_-stanky4500]

@@oweny7814 I do agree with that but the Volvo isn’t a bland POS lol

[@erickgomez7257]

It’s better than theBMW X6 bowers & Wilkins?

[@garrettw99]

Man, that rattling noise from the bass is unacceptable. Otherwise, sounds great. I have horrible experiences with dealers diagnosing rattles, so that puts me off a little. Did you notice that while driving the car, or was it the microphone?

[@shlokgala1627]

I guess he must’ve kept something in the rear doors 🤷🏻‍♂️. Rattling sound on such cars are hard to find

[@mjm050380]

I agree 100%. One of my biggest complaints I have are the rattles. Rear door, headliner, seat belt fastener. And I keep nothing in my doors because rattles drive me insane.

[@garrettw99]

@@mjm050380 YES the seatbelt tensioner. It rattles over every bump in my car. And it’s right next to my left ear.😡

[@Orangematz]

I heard it too. That would truly drive me nuts.

[@arthursilvamartins6330]

P

[@Jaketmx]

To whoever’s listened to this system in person, is the bass as good as it sounds in this video?

[@hplovecraftmacncheese]

Bass doesn't sound good if the mid and high sound like crap. It's about the whole range of sound.

[@user-sb2pe5ll6p]

Dose S90 and V60 Bowers &Wilkins are same sound? If not which one is better

[@DailyMotor]

Essentially, yes. 90 might be marginally better, especially because the sedan is a little quieter at speed than the more cavernous wagon.

[@thegamerye267]

What is the rattling noise when the bass plays

[@SKYZO4]

it may be the microphones

[@mjm050380]

One of the gripes I have with my S90are all the rattles. I can guarantee that noise you’re hearing is coming from the rear drivers side door. I have the same issue.

[@chefgencho879]

Why don't you play some rnb or rap music? I had B&W in my 7series G12 and it was great saying that instrument and classical music is where the stereo shine! Going to inspect potential Volvo s 99 buy will see how will perform.

[@norbertmayer7005]

It’s always funny how people can judge a car speaker through a phone’s speaker.

[@adrianflesariu627]

You're absolutely right!

[@annusepisodes3591]

What you thing about bmw harman kardon sound system

[@degou3438]

Very good

[@degou3438]

Only 2 in the center. 1 subwoofer in the back

[@zunaidkajee4540]

I thought they had a sub in the frame of the vehicle behind the rear wheel arc 🤔

[@BrandonSKW]

Imagine having 9 speakers already just for the front.

[@lukabosnjak3829]

That's the tesla model 3 and Y, this kne has "only" 8

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

What it's This place You Review a Volvo S90

[@slamduncan8053]

What do you honestly prefer: the Volvo s90 b&w or the Toyota Avalon jbl ?

[@DailyMotor]

1000% S90. S90 is one of the best systems on the market. Avalon wasn't very good.

[@derbigpr500]

Avalon JBL isn't even half as good as the base S90 sound system, let alone the B&W.

[@koji.m4014]

Really great sounding. Shame it's in a Volvo. Don't get why B&O and Harman have such average systems in cars that are at times more expensive.

[@tubbehht9236]

not a car I would buy at sticker price. But used ones are certainly a steal.

[@onlinealias622]

@@tubbehht9236 make sure you get a used one with a long term warranty haha. These things have lots of problems.

[@oweny7814]

@@onlinealias622 just the new ones have a lot of problems? 2017-2022? I’ve owned a few earlier models, before and after the geely acquisition and have had an amazing ownership experience.

[@jg160b]

They have them in Fords now to replace the Sony systems

[@q0w1e2r3t4y5]

Better than Mark Levinson for Lexus?

[@onlinealias622]

Yes, I believe so

[@andrerappsilber1775]

No the 23 speaker System 2400 Watt in the Lexus LS 500 is much better than the Bowers & Wilkins System in the Volvo S90.

[@q0w1e2r3t4y5]

@@andrerappsilber1775 I would love to see a comparison video or some charts.

[@LogicBomb34]

What you presented as electronic music didn't even happen with electronic music. It's some kind of nightmare pop for 12 year olds

[@tedlipkin4742]

Yikes s90! I looked at that car.

[@edward28051989]

My headphones is too good