Free Audio Upgrade Mod on 2013 2014 2015 Honda Accord Premium Sound System

[@theantiqueactionfigure]

The only gripe I had with my 2013 navi equipped Accord was the flat sounding audio system. I happened across this video and thought it was probably bs but figured it was worth a try. It made a very considerable difference in the sound quality, deeper bass and sharper highs. Hitting the subscribe button!

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@VesselFitterguy]

Wow I'ma try it soon as I get the timing belt/waterpump done this week

[@kellieie827]

Cannot BELIEVE how much of a difference this made!!!! I had just called Car Toys and was about to go buy a whole new stereo system. I googled 2014 Accord EXL stereo just to see what others have done. Immediately came across this video. Blown away!

[@LRN2DIY]

Worked like a charm. I had to wedge a small strip of squishy foam between the rear window and the window brake light since the added bass made it rattle like crazy, but now it sounds way better and there's no rattling. Thank you!

[@MadeBy_Juice]

i had that problem before i did this + before i added my subs and never knew where the rattle was coming from (bass was 2 clicks under half just to let you know lol) - what type of foam did u use to fix the issue?

[@vexun11]

What kind of foam did you use? I wrapped a microfiber cloth and shoved it there, but it doesn’t look good.

[@LRN2DIY]

@@vexun11 I used some black foam that came as shipment padding for a 3D Printer. It's slightly squishy but firm enough to hold its shape well. I hope that helps.

[@BlackSupranoMDHTHC]

@@LRN2DIY what 3D printer did u get ?

[@LRN2DIY]

@@BlackSupranoMDHTHC I honestly don't remember which printer that was because I've had 12 or 13 now (I have a 3D Printing KZbin channel) but I have Alfawise U20 and U20 Plus, Tevo Tornado, 3 Flashforges, 2 Snapmakers and some off brand ones. It's a good time.

[@gumonmyshu]

God damn!!!! You saved me a lot of money, I was about to upgrade to a whole mew speaker system. I thought the stock speakers were blown or something. Thanks a million.

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@kengland45medicarepro]

Incredible!!! I was about to spend $$$ on upgrades, but this adds SO MUCH ability & brings the BASS alive! I was literally almost in TEARS listening to Sinead 'O Connor's "Nothing Compares!" You have literally...lit up my LIFE! This is going to make me and my teen daughter bond more, and deepen the love with my WIFE!

[@ssessie]

🧢

[@DivaSelectiva]

I tried this mod a few months back. It does say OFF after you restart your car but it will actually stay ON. I tested this with my RTA and the sound stayed the same after restarting it. So if you switch it to ON, rest assured that it will stay ON regardless of what the screen says.

[@СашаПетрович-ы7о]

Jay J was

[@ToadInTheBox]

Woah what a good find! I can't believe how greatly this improved the sound. Worked great on my 2013 EX-L Sedan , even on restart the setting stays (though it doesn't indicate it stays in the menu).

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@cheftommyy]

@@rickyrichreacts9667 hey.. i may have a fix for that.. maybe its a little too late, but imma just share my thought. to make this happen you NEED to have both screens. top and bottom. if so, then there should be a bigger notch just below the radio. use that. in my car, ex- with navi, i have navigation. so i would hold, navi, back and menu, and when the first screen pops up, release navi and back and just hold menu. wait until the second screen pops up in your navigation screen. apparently models differ with what comes up after, but mine showed up in the 3rd page, and that is where you can turn it on. for your model, you dont use the volume button, use the bigger one in the bottom, the one that controls your navigation screen.

[@jvlez82pr]

Did this to my 2013 Coupe, and I have to say, it does sound quite better. I have owned the last 3 generations of Accord. My first was a 2005 EX-L Coupe, which in my opinion had a decent sound system, then when I bought the 2008, for some reason I felt disappointed at the sound system, and had a lot of vibration coming from the sub-woofer. Then on the 2013, it was not really great either. After doing this, the sound system does remind me of the 2005, which even without a sub-woofer, it still had a decent bass output vs the 2008. Thanks for this tip and all the videos you have uploaded so far for the new Accord. They have all been very helpful. Keep them coming! :-)

[@JampMan1982]

I did as he said on my v6 coupe n notice an improvement on the sound n base quality. I listen to lots of pandora radio too.

[@russel082581]

Bro thanks so much!! Just did this and holy crap I can hear every pitch, tone, bass, treble and every detail of the music, sounds soooo much better, thanks again!

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@hasanthaweerakoon8396]

@@rickyrichreacts9667 hey saw your comment here and there. Did you find out how? I have the same 2014 EXL Navi. Let me know if you know. Thanks

[@dahntube]

My wife got her v6 Touring about a year ago.. she loves it but the stereo is really the worst I've ever experienced in a modern car. The subwoofer control did nothing, from min to max made no difference. I was convinced that the sub wasn't working, but when I unplugged it the sound got worse. She finally got fed up with crappy sound quality, and we decided to invest in some upgrades. I didn't know how to upgrade a stereo that is so integrated into the car, so I hit up Google and found this video. All I can say is WOW... stereo went from ridiculously bad to excellent. Sub control actually changes sound now. Deep bass and clear, crisp highs. Brand new stereo for free! Thank you SO much for this Car Modz!

[@dahntube]

Daniel Dalton Anyone have any idea why Toyota would intentionally sabotage their own car like this? Disgruntled employee in the programming department?

[@RonnieDSouza_coolxtechlad]

Hey buddy.... your tip worked perfectly on my Honda Accord 2013 and there's a drastic improvement with sound quality, and if I change the factory speaker set with aftermarket speakers I would get better sound. Thanks DIY

[@Mavericx6]

Thanks a TON for this video! My audio no longer sounds like a donkey turd; this setting really helped flesh out the mids. Why on earth would they not have this enabled by default?!? Lol

[@scottk4225]

I just tried it on a 2015 EXL. It works. I turned the car off and back on and it still sounded better. I am not sure what this setting is, or why it makes it sound better.....but it does. I'd say a 25% improvement. Thanks Car Modz

[@goatisnice]

i have a 2015 ExL v6 non NAV and nothing happens when i hold power/menu/back buttons. any ideas?

[@maddproff]

goatisnice just hold all three and you will hear a beep.Did mine and yes the car sounds better..but still makes funny noise every so often like mmbbrrrrrr

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@jasonl1792]

Thankyou so much I can finally feel some bass

[@dirtychris732]

I just did this on my 14 Accord coupe EX-L and DAMN what a noticeable difference! Thanks for the tip man!

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@LAC32Griffin]

It's amazing what a big difference this made to the bass sound and treble as well. Thanks Jephu!

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@mokhan2497]

It worked on my 2015 Honda accord EX-L (non-navi)!!!! i was about to install aftermarket subs. Thank You

[@matteoselbow]

Any trick to the 2015 accord ex-l? I can seem to get the menu to pop up.

[@DIYCarModz]

Matt Pellegrino Exactly the same as shown in this video. Maybe this picture example will be helpful: www.driveaccord.net/forums/4174490-post399.html

[@matteoselbow]

DIY: Car Modz Oh yeah I was totally hitting menu and not display. Thanks for the pictures for dummies link.

[@albee011]

This video just changed my life

[@Totomuncher]

Wow your the best man! thanks Im going to try this today...Since subscribing to your channel Ive learned how to change out all lights in the car and other neat features thanks for your vids man

[@uneekg6991]

I second that thanks

[@professionalics]

Thank you so much, i was so disheartened regarding the sound quality before this change.

[@Wattuppyo]

It’ll stay on even after restarting engine, but you do need to turn the setting on again if battery disconnected (ie. changing battery)

[@higga521]

Read some comments that it didn't work on the 2015 accord coupe ex-l. This is incorrect. You need to hold the menu button down for 3 seconds AFTER you access the first menu. Thanks! I've noticed a difference in sound.

[@BURTONizAjerK]

2015 Ex-L v6 coupe, confirmed works like a charm. Thanks for the tip :)

[@carmendarling2005]

Awesome! Had my 2015 coupe for a week. Love it except the quality of the sound was terrible. Thought my sub didn't work. Was really disappointed, my 2004 sounded way better. This fix worried great. Turned the car off and back on. Indicator made it look like it switched back but still sounded better.

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@zsoulchild]

We saw your video and did this to our honda! It really worked! Thanks for the video, very helpful and it changes the sound completely

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@ilovesushiyesido]

Thanks!! Perfect boost to my 2014 EX-L.

[@Striker50_]

Navigation??

[@ilovesushiyesido]

@@Striker50_ No navigation in my car. It basically flattens the audio EQ curve by dropping the the bass and treble. It seems like you can turn the volume up a little louder to get a better balances sound that not too bassy or high-pitched. It's not mind shattering, and it might be subtle, but the trick works. Note that every time you turn the car off, you have to do it again.

[@Striker50_]

@@ilovesushiyesido Just figured it out; it's Navi, menu, back for 3 sec True, nothing drastic but I did notice more clarity I'll be uploading a video on it later today

[@jerrickthemes13]

OHH MY GAWD THATS LOUD!!! thanks bro!! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@noluvwgmm]

You’re a legend. I use this all the time time.

[@JoePavana]

thank you so much brother ! for my 2014 Honda odessy EXL-RES this instruction worked ,except the first key enter would be back,menu &front audio button press for 5 seconds ,will get you the menu. Thx.

[@MrC3P]

2015 accord EXL what is optimal bass/treble/subwoofer settings to avoid distortion? keep all three in middle (zero)? or some combo? Thanks so much!

[@FrankHoneycutt]

MrC3P tune it to whatever sounds best to your ear. Never jack them all the way up of course. Will hurt the amp and speakers.

[@Darrentzx]

This mod works with the factory speakers. Then, I changed the front components to Alpine and it sounded so Noisy and fatiguing with this mod. Loud, flat bass, very harsh and bright treble! Switching back to the default eq made the treble smooth and sound imaging was a lot better.

[@definitionXrp]

these guys don't kno music

[@timpendleton7553]

Wow ! What a difference! Thank you !

[@MaritimerMitch]

Just did this in my 2015 accord exl and it worked great . Make the sound 100% louder and more bass !!!

[@DexterPlastic419]

How did you do it in your 2015? Theres no display botton. If you could help me that would be great. 👍

[@MaritimerMitch]

@@DexterPlastic419 I had posted a video on my channel check it out

[@AP-gp9ru]

Came back to say thank you. It really helps a lot.

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@Will1_BW]

Nav + menu + back, thanks

[@joeyheehaw2001]

Thank you lmao

[@dblclutchmitsu]

Took a couple tries because I have a 2014 with navi and the menus are slightly different. After holding the three buttons you have to hold the menu button, not the select button to get to the final menu, then you have to scroll down to the 3rd screen to find dsp options.

[@terradan2013]

what buttons did u push? I don't have a display button nor can I push the volume button in my 2014 navi.

[@dblclutchmitsu]

I pressed nav, back, and menu. Then press and hold menu to reach the developer setting screen

[@terradan2013]

Thank man.I'm gonna give it a shot.

[@terradan2013]

It worked dude. Thanks! Not a huge difference but I'd rather have it than not.

[@brt-jn7kg]

2016 Honda Accord V6 touring what three buttons did you hold down? I can't figure this out

[@chicokeys2841]

Worked great! The displayed setting resets when I turn off my car, then turn it back on. It doesn't reset the actual sound though. Thanks for the post!

[@djmessi4927]

Most def sounds better and much fuller!!! Def a cool trick if your mindful to turn it on everytime you get in the car

[@julianahaddad6261]

Just until recently this has worked. I had my car worked on and they must have updated the firmware because that option isn't available any longer. Great.

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@copyninja2004]

It worked on my 2013 honda accord coupe. Thank you for the tip.

[@rwalt7196]

If you don't have dual screens, you can go to sound settings and change how much bass you have

[@Khalid_561]

I just came back to say thank you

[@edgarvega4146]

Wow!!! It's amazing...!! Thks for share it... The sound is most realistic!!! ...all these years... in the shadows... :-x

[@fmmnta]

Thank you, from Brazil. It helped a lot. My v6 sound is better now.

[@LeeEllis-fc3ew]

It worked on my 2014. Sounded better. Every time I turn the car off it goes back to the original setting. How do I keep this setting?

[@Suavecito_Mel]

Not the upgrade i was looking for but very informative

[@2LoveJones]

Man MAJOR difference thanks Bro! 👌🏽🥳

[@PaubsSakuga]

Does the setting stay or do you have to do it everytime?

[@2LoveJones]

@@PaubsSakuga the settings stay unless your battery 🪫 dies or gets replaced.

[@babywah3290]

Just took an Accord for a test drive and the stereo sounded horrible. Thanks for the info👍

[@vincec811]

Thank you so much for this info! I think Honda used the wrong audio manufacturer in 2014. I hate the sound system. This made it better/tolerable but my 2006 system was MUCH better. I am going to trade the car in on a Hyundai or Toyota since there is no aftermarket replacement. The sound is THAT important to me!

[@JeromeBautista-gw4uh]

It works on my 2013 2.4 accord coupe. Nice bass like super bass.

[@j0hnpang]

Hello. I was wondering...why would Honda even hide this feature if it improves the sound? Are there any repercussions when changing the flat option from off to on? (void warranty, life of speakers, etc)? Also, would you know if this would work on the 2014 models as well? Thanks DIY! keep up the good work

[@bfratt123]

My thoughts exactly WHY?! Must have a reason as to why it's on off.

[@Lpwyse]

If you have the NAV model you hold down menu-nav-back and the DSP menu will be all the way at the bottom, like comment if helpful!

[@flowtrader99]

worked like you said, 13' Touring it's back + nav + menu pressed at same time for 3 sec then when ready, press menu 3 secs then voila!!--All I gotta do is put my mind to this shit--goddamn!

[@kcnationwideryder4498]

This worked for me. Sounds alot better. 2015 by touring with navi and touch. Thanks

[@markc19821]

Just did this on my 15 EX-L and the setting doesn't hold after restarting. But from what I hear it really does stay its just a bug? Yes? This apples to the 15 too? I also have an 14 EX-L V6 I'm going to do it on that one in the morning.

[@wallacecastillo8626]

I love the new sound. I noticed it as soon as I was done. I also noticed that it transfers back to the stock setting when you turn off your car and get back in. Is there a way to set it where I don't have to redo this every time I get into the car? Did I miss a step?

[@DIYCarModz]

Wallace Castillo Sometimes it stays sometimes it doesn't. If you have the new updated software, I've heard that you have to do it every single time. You can do this change while the car is running. I usually change the setting while I'm stuck at a red light.

[@palmschiu07]

2015 Accord V6 Push VOL, DISP and BACK same time. That get you in the diagnostic manual.

[@DIYCarModz]

okay.. that is EXACTLY what I say in this video.. Press the volume + display + back button @ 0:59 Did you even watch the whole video?

[@habibalmoosa4029]

Hey friend, thank you for the video. I have a 2014 Accord and the voice recognition button never work! I tried to go to modes and configure it from there but I couldn't. Can you help please?

[@AsimUllahOnline]

Does anyone know whot o get to developer menu in 2013 Accord sport - may be that could also fix the bluetooth lag.

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@streetridaz]

Just did this and worked great! Thank you.

[@mike-c5064]

I have a 2013 Honda Accord and I was excited when I first found this but there is a problem. It works and there is better sound but once you turn the car off and then later start is up again once you check the DSP Flat settings again it shows that it is back to OFF. Unless I am doing something wrong the settings don't hold. So you need to reset DSP Flat back to ON every time you start your vehicle. Any suggestions?

[@MaSSaCR3_]

JUST DID IT, THANKS MAN!!

[@Foil4life]

MaSSaCr3Vu any problems doing that? Thanks

[@whitesites]

That did the trick, I wonder how many sales this cost Honda during vehicle demos. Night and day difference

[@werkalldaywerkallday938]

I have a 2014 without Nav and everything works but I need to reset every time I turn my car on. How do get the setting to stay?

[@cesara9648]

Don't start car just push start button to turn on power then follow instructions and it will save changes! If car is started it will not save the changes.

[@gabwebsite]

This is working great ! Thanks man :)

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

I also have a 2013 honda accord coupe ex l automatic but I don't have the notch on the right side, only the volume notch on the left side.. How can I bring up these settings so I can make my speakers sound a little better??

[@avidpilot]

Good afternoon. I have a Honda Accord Sport USA 2013, manual trasmission. Yesterday I tried to do as you interpreted. Nothing have done. No upgrading.

[@johnadams9044]

Why did you not postion your camera so it would shown BOTH screens which is critical to see when doing this Developers menu change.

[@Glory-to-God.]

great tip..i know the ex-l model allows u to adjust audio bass, balance..etc on the lower screen by touching sound but can I adjust sound with the menu knob on the upper screen, mine doesn't work after pushing menu and after selecting audio, there are only two options after hitting audio and none of them relates to sound adjustment..?

[@jonathanbenavides1866]

Thank you it's work but every time I restarted I have to do it again it doesn't keep like that, did any one know how to fix that?

[@noluvmoe3511]

I’m saying I need to know as well

[@bigdogsYTvideos]

Just checked this and is all ready set to this fix on our 2013 accord however we are having issues with the CD player not being able to access and not loading cd sometimes ...in fact when it's acting up it doesn't even show up in top screen when accessing source button...also no green lights at disc slot?? Question is...has anybody else experienced issues with CD player on these? And what is the proper (current) software version it should have? Since I can clearly look this up thanks to car modz help here. Thanks in advance for any help/reply someone might have time to make

[@dylanmcown3d]

Thanks for saving me a little bit of money.

[@mariustruitt2036]

I have a 2015 Accord EX. The sound system is very flat and could use some added bass. For the EX, I can access the diagnostics screen by press 1+6+power button simultaneously. However, I am not able access the options that changes my flat setting. Any suggestions?

[@dexterbrown7638]

This worked for me on my 2015 Accord with Nav. once I got to the diagnostic screen. Follow the instructions on the this link, then the video guides to a successful conclusion. Additionally, it held the settings after I turn the car off and back on. Thanks for the help! www.driveaccord.net/forums/2075402-post3.html

[@maddproff]

Dexter Brown hi did you do anything special to make the settings stay?

[@Change1106]

I did this but the setting didn't stay, how can I get it to stay?

[@stevemichelle1203]

Dude, you are awesome. Thanks

[@rivera3carlo]

Did this and it sounds better. Question is. Is this Ok with the speaker? Any negative effects on the audio system?

[@DIYCarModz]

Carlo Rivera Not that I know of. I had it for the past 2 years. no problem.

[@listercruz007]

I did this process and seems improved quality but when we switch off the car , setting goes back to default .Any idea to save the settings ?

[@sammacintyre2583]

Damn it works, thanks brother 🙏

[@xavierc7497]

The problem with this is that Flat goes off the moment the infotainment is turned off or the car is switched off. How can one make this fix permanent?

[@LeeEllis-fc3ew]

Did you find a solution?

[@golf18mike]

I have a 2015 Honda Accord... Well this does work whenever we shut the car off and go back to it it's deactivated can you tell me what I can do to make it permanent? Thank you in advance...

[@JTANDERSON1990]

thanks! works great in a 2014 honda crosstour, hope i dont blow them now :))))), how hard is it to get a amp and all that for these, looks like a hard install getting behind the screens?

[@varunsharma3243]

Thanks brother ..u made my day 😎

[@JoePavana]

Back,menu&front audio button keep press for 5 second to get devoloper settings on 2014 Honda Odyssey or later .

[@bcknlljr]

You know how to do this on the 2017 Honda Accord EX?

[@MrJassy143]

could u please do a video on how to enter self daignostic mode on honda civic 2015 ex

[@Sonic_1000]

Can you adjust the audio on a 2014 Civic Si like this?

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

Did it, worked great with a huge improvement in sound quality, but the setting reset with a degradation in sound quality. What am I doing wrong here guys?

[@mohammadhamdan2633]

Why would Honda have such a great feature turned off?

[@kingofkickass1]

it wont stay turned on :(((

[@leoramirez3146]

cux they gay

[@johnbianchi6432]

Any idea where dsp is on the 2016 accord? It's power, menu, display on the new model and select the bottom option and then hold menu to get to the developer menu but I can not find dsp or flat anywhere.

[@salmanm990]

Where is the display button?

[@craigthompson8579]

This definitely works!

[@2A4Dayz]

If you don’t have nav, plugging the usb aux in does this

[@almari222]

Can you do this to a 2009 Accord with "Premium" Sound and no Navi?? Hope so. I hate the bass roll-off Honda puts in. Much thanks.

[@ComputerTeckMaster16]

i have the 2017 Honda accord sport se and i cant get into dev mode what should i do mine doesn't have dsp setting 😢?

[@leoramirez3146]

i feel ur pain i have the same car

[@DJJMAL]

i have a 2013 CR-V with navigation and subwoofer is there any difference on the buttons to push to get to that diagnostic screen?

[@rocamargo51]

I am able to execute the steps you show in the video return the sound is much better compared to before but as soon as I turn off the car and turn on again the setting goes back to OFF. Do you know why?

[@skippyi6969]

once my dumb ass pushed the right buttons, works perfectly on 2015 accord EX-L.... thanks for the vid

[@OU812Sarge]

thank you for this.. it helped.. I have the 2014 Coupe w/Nav .... works fine.. honestly though still not impressed with the sound system, but.. what can you do.... again thanx..

[@idgn]

Thank you for this video I know it’s late but ty

[@tribalb]

So it does work but like someobe else mentioned. It restarts when you restart the car. So anyway making it permanently stay?