When Engineering Excellence Meets Audio Passion
At MC Audio Sydney, we live and breathe precision — just like Porsche does. So when Jhon arrived with his Porsche 911 Turbo S, we instantly recognised the opportunity to take something extraordinary and make it unforgettable.
His 911 wasn’t just any 911 — it came equipped with the factory Burmester High-End Surround Sound System, a premium option many believe is untouchable. But like many audiophiles, Jhon noticed something:
“It’s good… but it doesn’t move me. It lacks energy, especially with vocals and bass.”
Jhon came referred by another passionate Porsche owner we’d worked with, and he knew we specialised in OEM+ solutions — upgrades that preserve the vehicle’s originality while radically enhancing performance.
🧠 Step 1: System Analysis & Sound Forensics
Before touching a single cable, our team conducted a full system analysis using:
- 🔍 Vehicle schematics and audio topology (specific to Burmester architecture)
- 🧪 Live signal tracing and impedance matching
- 🎧 Listening tests with reference tracks (jazz, electronic, acoustic)
- 📏 Acoustic measurement tools for real-time response mapping
We learned two things:
- The Burmester amplifier processes signals digitally but outputs them with limitations.
- Speaker placement is excellent — but driver materials don’t allow full dynamic expression.
🔧 Step 2: The Upgrade Plan – Without Compromise
Once we mapped the limitations, we carefully crafted a stealth OEM+ upgrade plan:
🎛 MATCH UPM10DSP Amplifier
- Designed in Germany for complex OEM integration
- 10 channels of Class GD amplification with DSP control
- Compatible with factory inputs (no need to bypass everything)
- Connected via custom-designed harness to work harmoniously with Porsche CAN system
This DSP gave us full control over frequency response, time alignment, and crossover tuning — something the Burmester setup lacked.
🔊 HELIX CI7 Front Stage
- Audiophile-grade tweeters and midrange for laser-sharp imaging
- Mounted in OEM locations — zero visual changes
- Combined with HELIX FlexMount brackets for perfect alignment and resonance control
🔊 HELIX CI5 Midbass Drivers
- 8" woofer upgrades for tight, rich, and dynamic bass
- Tuned enclosure and damping installed behind door cards
- Absolute clarity, even at highway speeds
Together, this speaker set brings depth, warmth, and precision to every track — without overpowering the cabin.
🧩 Custom Wiring & Soundproofing
For rare vehicles like this, factory integration is sacred. We custom-fabricated a bypass harness that allowed us to redirect signal flow without disturbing the Burmester controller.
We also applied acoustic damping inside the doors using STP Aero materials to reduce road noise and eliminate speaker resonance. This creates a black canvas for clean sound to shine 🎼
🎚️ Step 3: Digital Tuning – Where the System Comes to Life
Using DSP PC-Tool, we spent hours tuning the system by ear and measurement, ensuring every nuance could be heard:
- 👂 Phase and polarity alignment
- 🪟 Time alignment for perfect stereo image
- 🔊 30-band EQ per channel
- 🎵 Custom sound curve tailored to Jhon’s music preferences
Our test tracks included Miles Davis, Daft Punk, Hans Zimmer, and Tame Impala — and the system delivered everything from breathy vocals to sub-bass textures.
😍 The Moment of Truth
When Jhon sat in the driver’s seat and played his favourite track, the reaction was instant:
“I’ve never heard this track like that. The detail, the width, the depth — it feels alive.”
He couldn’t believe the factory look remained untouched. Everything still worked — steering wheel controls, parking sensors, iDrive — but now, the experience matched the car’s performance.
🚘 The MC Audio Promise – OEM+ Without Compromise
This build exemplifies what we stand for at MC Audio Sydney:
✅ Respect the car’s engineering
✅ Elevate the sonic experience
✅ Leave no trace behind except better sound
📍 Upgrade Your Porsche with Confidence
Whether you drive a 911, Macan, Cayenne, Taycan, or Panamera, we offer tailored solutions using the world’s best brands: Helix, MATCH, Audison, Focal, STP, and more.
🛠️ OEM+ installations
🎼 Expert tuning
🔧 Factory-safe harnessing
🔊 Real audiophile results
📍 Workshop Address:
Unit 10 / 5–7 Bermill St, Rockdale NSW
📞 Call/WhatsApp: 0415 072 361
📧 Email: info@mechatronicar.com.au
🌐 Website: www.mcaudio.shop
