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Old 11-30-2012, 08:04 PM   #76
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Originally Posted by Cade01 View Post
Unless they have changed since the mkV platform, VW doesn't use the speakers to emulate engine sounds. Volkswagen has used a sound tube (justlike the GT86/FR-S/BRZ) on their engines since they started the mkV(unfortunately including the R32) Just a FYI

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Starting with the 2011 GTI's, VW switched to a "soundaktor". Basically an electronic buzzing/vibrating device strapped to the firewall, causing it to resonate and generate fake engine noise.

I know, sounds odd. I might not have believed it, except I own the car.
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