HD Radio

wesley_willis · 08-12-2007, 05:23 PM

Hey guys,

I tried to do a search, but my results weren't that great because I couldnt search for "HD". What is the general consensus on this? Is the quality good, and does it seem to be a good value for the extra cost? THanks!

JSpira · 08-12-2007, 05:44 PM

Quality is good (better than FM or Sirius), variety of programming is very good.

I would give it strong consideration.

Look at the type of programming offered before you decide.

E90330iS · 08-12-2007, 05:46 PM

I think it's worth it. Wish it was available when I ordered my car I listen to FM 60% of the time i drive.

David1 · 08-13-2007, 08:59 AM

I have the HD radio option and it's great. It is night and day sound quality difference when the system switches over to HD. But there is a down side. If you are not near a large city you will not get the HD. Seems to have a range of about 30 miles out of a major metro area.

Bubbles · 08-13-2007, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by David1

I have the HD radio option and it's great. It is night and day sound quality difference when the system switches over to HD. But there is a down side. If you are not near a large city you will not get the HD. Seems to have a range of about 30 miles out of a major metro area.

Wow I didn't think people used FM radio anymore, with iPods and Sat Radio. I guess there is still a demand for that stuff.

wesley_willis · 08-13-2007, 03:47 PM

thanks for the replies fellas. i called the CA today and added it to my order. since i will be living in dallas long-term i figured it was a good investment.

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wesley_willis Private First Class 4 Rep 137 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: TX iTrader: (1)	thanks for the replies fellas. i called the CA today and added it to my order. since i will be living in dallas long-term i figured it was a good investment. __________________ 2008 335i Coupe, Monaco Blue and Saddle Brown/Gray Poplar ZPP, ZSP, HD Radio, CA, iPod+USB Production Completed Oct. 16th; Left for the US on the 23rd of Oct. via INTEGRITY; Delivery 11/16
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