{"id":10744,"date":"2026-05-24T18:59:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-24T18:59:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inspiredbybeatz.com\/car-audio-high-end-2026-volvo-ex90-dolby-atmos-brax\/"},"modified":"2026-05-29T22:26:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T22:26:18","slug":"car-audio-high-end-2026-volvo-ex90-dolby-atmos-brax","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inspiredbybeatz.com\/en\/car-audio-high-end-2026-volvo-ex90-dolby-atmos-brax\/","title":{"rendered":"Car-Audio High-End 2026: Volvo EX90 Dolby Atmos, BRAX proprietary clock and what really matters to"},"content":{"rendered":"<style> .postid-10173 .content > .content_inner > .container, .postid-10173 .content > .content_inner > .full_width { background-color: #000000; } <\/style>\n<style>.postid-10173 .content > .content_inner > .container,.postid-10173 .content > .content_inner > .full_width{background-color:#000000;}<\/style>\n[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<p style=\"display:inline-block;background:#75B2A9;color:#000;padding:4px 14px;border-radius:20px;font-size:0.85em;font-weight:600;margin-bottom:18px;\">9:30 min read<\/p>\n<p><strong>Volvo\u2019s EX90 packs a Dolby Atmos system boasting 1,610 watts across 25 speakers. BRAX is rolling out a new Class-D amplifier that leverages Purifi\u2019s self-oscillating technology, promising to redefine the playing field. ESX is entering the fray with an amplifier featuring a 96-kilohertz high-res path. And at IAA 2025, immersive audio concepts dominated the show floor. Which of these innovations represent a genuine audio revolution, and which are just marketing fluff aimed at car audiophiles who really just want a solid sub and mid-range upgrade? We\u2019ve gathered honest feedback from German installers to reveal what\u2019s worth your money in 2026-and what you can safely skip.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:24px 0;padding:24px 28px 20px;background:rgba(117,178,169,0.06);border-radius:12px;border:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.4);box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(117,178,169,0.2), 0 0 40px rgba(117,178,169,0.1), inset 0 0 30px rgba(117,178,169,0.03);\">\n<h2 style=\"margin:0 0 16px 0;font-size:1.4em;color:#75B2A9;letter-spacing:1px;\">Drop<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding:0 0 0 20px;list-style:none;\">\n<li style=\"position:relative;padding:6px 0 6px 8px;line-height:1.6;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.85);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.12);\"><span style=\"position:absolute;left:-16px;color:#75B2A9;font-weight:700;\">\u25b8<\/span> Volvo EX90 Dolby Atmos setup: 1,610 watts, 25 speakers including subwoofer array. A benchmark for immersive audio in the premium EV segment.<\/li>\n<li style=\"position:relative;padding:6px 0 6px 8px;line-height:1.6;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.85);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.12);\"><span style=\"position:absolute;left:-16px;color:#75B2A9;font-weight:700;\">\u25b8<\/span> BRAX is currently testing Class-D concepts with self-oscillating topologies similar to those Purifi and Hypex have established in home Hi-Fi-potentially breaking decades of Class-A\/B tradition for the brand.<\/li>\n<li style=\"position:relative;padding:6px 0 6px 8px;line-height:1.6;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.85);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.12);\"><span style=\"position:absolute;left:-16px;color:#75B2A9;font-weight:700;\">\u25b8<\/span> ESX\u2019s latest amplifier generation touts high-res paths up to 96 kilohertz sampling. Audible in workshops with quality sources, not on standard Spotify streams.<\/li>\n<li style=\"position:relative;padding:6px 0 6px 8px;line-height:1.6;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.85);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.12);\"><span style=\"position:absolute;left:-16px;color:#75B2A9;font-weight:700;\">\u25b8<\/span> Ground Zero\u2019s Class-D lineup delivers 3,000 to 13,000 watts for SPL builds and subwoofer arrays with comfort installations-overkill for daily-driver sound upgrades.<\/li>\n<li style=\"position:relative;padding:6px 0 6px 8px;line-height:1.6;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.85);\"><span style=\"position:absolute;left:-16px;color:#75B2A9;font-weight:700;\">\u25b8<\/span> Industry trend 2026: DSP-based tuning software like Dirac Live is becoming the most cost-effective upgrade per euro. Aftermarket Atmos solutions won\u2019t hit maturity until Q4 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp; [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<h2>What Volvo is really installing in the EX90<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp; The Volvo EX90 will set the benchmark in 2026 for factory-integrated premium car audio in the electric-vehicle segment. The built-in Bowers &#038; Wilkins system with Dolby Atmos support delivers 1,610 watts across 25 speakers, including an active subwoofer array and multiple headrest-mounted speakers for the immersive-height component. Atmos-capable sources-such as Apple Music Spatial Audio or Tidal Atmos-are rendered directly into the object-based spatial playback. &nbsp; In practice this means: with native Atmos tracks, elements move between driver and front-passenger positions, emerge from the doors, from overhead roof channels, and from the subwoofer array. For classic stereo tracks, an in-house upmix algorithm converts the two-channel source into a pseudo-spatial signal. It works surprisingly well for most well-produced pop and rock tracks, but can sound strained on minimally mixed material in the high frequencies. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:24px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin:32px 0;padding:20px 24px;background:rgba(117,178,169,0.1);border-radius:12px;border:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.3);align-items:center;\">\n<div style=\"flex:0 0 auto;text-align:center;min-width:120px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size:2.8em;font-weight:800;color:#75B2A9;line-height:1;letter-spacing:-0.03em;\">1,610 W<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size:0.8em;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.65);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1.5px;margin-top:4px;\">Volvo EX90 Atmos<\/div><\/div>\n<div style=\"flex:0 0 auto;text-align:center;min-width:140px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size:1.6em;font-weight:700;color:#75B2A9;line-height:1.1;\">25 speakers<br \/><span style=\"font-size:0.7em;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.5);font-weight:500;\">incl. headrest array<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div style=\"flex:0 0 auto;text-align:center;min-width:140px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size:1.6em;font-weight:700;color:#75B2A9;line-height:1.1;\">96 kHz<br \/><span style=\"font-size:0.7em;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.5);font-weight:500;\">ESX high-res path<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div style=\"flex:1;min-width:200px;font-size:0.95em;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.85);line-height:1.5;\">Bowers &#038; Wilkins Atmos in the Volvo EX90 raises the bar in 2026 for OEM premium audio in the electric-vehicle segment.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>BRAX, self-clocking and the Class-D trend in the high-end segment<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp; For decades BRAX has been synonymous in the car-audio world with Class-A\/B amplifier modules costing upwards of \u20ac5,000 each. The question of whether the brand will open its topology has been on enthusiasts\u2019 lips for a while. In the home Hi-Fi realm, Purifi\u2019s Eigentakt topology and Hypex\u2019s Class-D architecture are now the reference-delivering the efficiency and thermal balance of a modern switching stage without the sonic artifacts that once haunted earlier Class-D generations. &nbsp; For installers and workshops, adopting these topologies brings tangible benefits: much smaller amplifier boxes, fewer heat issues in the trunk or front-passenger footwell, and longer cable tolerances. Those keen to keep up can find regular listening tests of the latest amplifier generations in the <a href=\"https:\/\/stereoguide.de\/category\/car-hifi\/\">Car Hi-Fi section at Stereo Guide<\/a> and in <a href=\"https:\/\/carhifi-magazin.de\/\">Car and Hifi Magazine<\/a>. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>96 kHz Hi-Res: marketing fluff or real audible difference?<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp; The current ESX amplifier generation and several other premium brands tout high-res paths up to 96 kHz sampling rates. In home Hi-Fi the 96 kHz versus 44.1 kHz debate has been deadlocked for years. Inside a car the conditions are different: cabin noise at 130 km\/h typically sits at 60\u201370 dB, masking the finest detail in the upper registers. &nbsp; If you still want to invest: for stationary listening in the workshop or during slow city driving with well-produced 24-bit-96 kHz sources from Qobuz or local FLAC files, the advantages in mid- and high-frequency textures are subtle yet real. With Spotify Standard or low bit-rates, the source-not the amplifier path-is the bottleneck. So if you stream Spotify Free, a 96 kHz amplifier delivers roughly the same benefit as a 48 kHz model. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Ground Zero, SPL builds, and what really makes sense for the daily driver<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp; In the last two years, Ground Zero has significantly expanded its Class-D lineup. The top models deliver between 3,000 and 13,000 watts-perfect for SPL competition builds, multi-sub configurations, and custom installations that prioritize showmanship over honest music reproduction. For the average car audiophile seeking a sensible premium sub-system upgrade and mid-range refresh, amplifiers exceeding 1,500 watts are rarely the right lever. &nbsp;<br \/>\nWorkshop reality in German premium installer businesses: the bulk of serious daily-driver upgrades in 2026 will run on a well-tuned three-way setup with DSP, a 600 to 900-watt RMS Class-D amplifier stack, and a solid 10- or 12-inch sub. Budget ballpark: \u20ac2,500 to \u20ac4,500 including professional installation. That delivers audible improvement over the factory system in nearly every midsize car. Anyone thinking in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspiredbybeatz.com\/en\/audiophiles-under-2-500-the-budget-hi-fi-scene-2026\/\">audiophile budget tiers<\/a> will recognize the same logic from home Hi-Fi. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>DSP software, Dirac, and what arrives in workshops in 2026<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp; The most exciting trend for 2026 in high-end car audio isn\u2019t new speakers-it\u2019s the DSP software layer. Dirac Live, long established in home Hi-Fi, has spent recent months rolling out its Bass Control extension for automotive applications. The software phase- and frequency-aligns multiple subs and speakers inside the cabin-no speaker upgrade required, just a DSP layer that measurably improves many existing systems. &nbsp;<br \/>\nThe honest ROI question: DSP tuning software often delivers the biggest subjective leap per euro spent on an existing sub setup. Budget \u20ac600 to \u20ac1,200 for the license and tuning session at a DSP-capable workshop, plus a measurement microphone kit. If your current system doesn\u2019t sound as expected, address the DSP question first, not the amplifier question. For Atmos steps in the aftermarket, German workshops aren\u2019t uniformly ready until Q4 2026 or 2027, when it will start to go mainstream. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What you can save by 2026<\/h2>\n<p> &nbsp; Three investment hotspots that have been over-hyped in German forums over the last 18 months and don\u2019t pay off for most auto-audiophiles. The list is based on talks with installers in Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart and Cologne. &nbsp; First up: 13,000-watt SPL amplifiers for pure music listening. They make sense for SPL competitions or extreme sub configurations, not for the daily three-way driver. A solid 1,000-watt Class-D amp with DSP delivers better mid and deep-bass definition for 95 % of use cases. &nbsp; Second: 96-kilohertz high-res without a 24-bit source. If you\u2019re on Spotify Free or Apple Music Standard, a high-res amp won\u2019t unlock anything. Only when the source is already in matching bit depth and sample rate (Qobuz Studio, Tidal Hi-Fi, local FLAC files) does the path advantage become audible. Until then, invest in higher-rate software before hardware. &nbsp; Third: Atmos aftermarket kits in 2026. The tech isn\u2019t ready for mass workshop roll-out; current OEM solutions are still superior. If you want Atmos in your car, buy the factory Atmos package in 2026 and wait on aftermarket upgrades until DSP and hardware toolkits are widely available in German garages. Want premium stereo sound? A classic three-way setup plus DSP tuning gets you there faster and cheaper. The takeaway from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspiredbybeatz.com\/en\/dolby-atmos-music-vs-stereo-what-you-really-hear-on-good-headphones\/\">Dolby Atmos vs. Stereo A\/B test<\/a> applies to cars too. &nbsp; <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin:12px 0 32px;padding:12px 18px;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.4);border-radius:10px;border:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.2);\">\n<div style=\"font-size:13px;color:#75B2A9;font-weight:600;margin-bottom:8px;font-style:italic;\">Playlist to audition: 4 tracks for the installer test drive<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:6px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/track\/4VqPOruhp5EdPBeR92t6lQ\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.06);text-decoration:none;\"> <span style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.8);font-size:13px;font-weight:500;flex:1;text-align:left;\">Daft Punk \u2013 Get Lucky (deep-bass image)<\/span> <span style=\"color:#1DB954;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;white-space:nowrap;min-width:70px;text-align:right;\">&#9654; Spotify<\/span> <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/track\/2takcwOaAZWiXQijPHIx7B\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.06);text-decoration:none;\"> <span style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.8);font-size:13px;font-weight:500;flex:1;text-align:left;\">Fleetwood Mac \u2013 The Chain (stereo spaciousness)<\/span> <span style=\"color:#1DB954;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;white-space:nowrap;min-width:70px;text-align:right;\">&#9654; Spotify<\/span> <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/track\/4u7EnebtmKWzUH433cf5Qv\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.06);text-decoration:none;\"> <span style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.8);font-size:13px;font-weight:500;flex:1;text-align:left;\">Bohemian Rhapsody \u2013 Queen (Atmos test)<\/span> <span style=\"color:#1DB954;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;white-space:nowrap;min-width:70px;text-align:right;\">&#9654; Spotify<\/span> <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/track\/0VjIjW4GlUZAMYd2vXMi3b\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;padding:8px 0;text-decoration:none;\"> <span style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.8);font-size:13px;font-weight:500;flex:1;text-align:left;\">The Weeknd \u2013 Blinding Lights (sub range)<\/span> <span style=\"color:#1DB954;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;white-space:nowrap;min-width:70px;text-align:right;\">&#9654; Spotify<\/span> <\/a> <\/div><\/div>\n<div style=\"position:relative;margin:32px 0;padding:24px 28px 20px;background:rgba(117,178,169,0.06);border-radius:12px;border:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.4);box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(117,178,169,0.2), 0 0 40px rgba(117,178,169,0.1), inset 0 0 30px rgba(117,178,169,0.03);\">\n<div style=\"margin-top:40px;padding:28px 25px 8px;background:rgba(117,178,169,0.06);border-radius:12px;border:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.4);box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(117,178,169,0.2), 0 0 40px rgba(117,178,169,0.1), inset 0 0 30px rgba(117,178,169,0.03);\">\n<h2 style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;font-size:1.3em;color:#75B2A9;letter-spacing:1px;\">Q&#038;A after the show<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:0.85em;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.4);\">Click on a question to reveal the answer.<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.12);background:transparent;\">\n<summary style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:flex-start;gap:12px;padding:14px 4px;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;font-size:1.02em;font-weight:600;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.9);line-height:1.4;text-align:left;\"><span>What\u2019s the best price-to-performance ratio for a daily-driver upgrade?<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:0 0 16px 0;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.65);line-height:1.7;font-size:0.94em;\">A matched three-way setup with DSP, 600\u2013900 W RMS Class-D, and a 10-inch or 12-inch sub. Budget range: \u20ac2,500\u2013\u20ac4,500 including installation. It delivers an audible leap over the stock system in almost any mid-size car.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.12);background:transparent;\">\n<summary style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:flex-start;gap:12px;padding:14px 4px;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;font-size:1.02em;font-weight:600;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.9);line-height:1.4;text-align:left;\"><span>Does 96 kHz Hi-Res audio in the car really make a difference?<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:0 0 16px 0;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.65);line-height:1.7;font-size:0.94em;\">Only when paired with the right source. Standard Spotify and low-bitrate streams turn the Hi-Res path into a marketing shell. With Qobuz Studio, Tidal Hi-Fi, or local 24-bit files, the difference becomes audible in stationary listening sessions, but at higher speeds the road noise masks the subtle resolution gains.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(117,178,169,0.12);background:transparent;\">\n<summary style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:flex-start;gap:12px;padding:14px 4px;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;font-size:1.02em;font-weight:600;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.9);line-height:1.4;text-align:left;\"><span>How much does a Dirac Live tuning session improve sound?<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:0 0 16px 0;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.65);line-height:1.7;font-size:0.94em;\">Often the single biggest leap per euro spent. Budget \u20ac600\u2013\u20ac1,200 for license, measurement mic, and workshop time. Phase and frequency are aligned-especially in the sub and lower midrange-so many existing systems suddenly deliver what their spec sheets promise. Do this before any hardware swap.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"margin:0;padding:0;background:transparent;\">\n<summary style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:flex-start;gap:12px;padding:14px 4px;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;font-size:1.02em;font-weight:600;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.9);line-height:1.4;text-align:left;\"><span>Is Atmos worth it in the aftermarket by 2026?<\/span><\/summary>\n<div style=\"padding:0 0 16px 0;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.65);line-height:1.7;font-size:0.94em;\">Not yet. Workshop infrastructure isn\u2019t consistently ready for Atmos multi-channel routing. If you want Atmos today, order the OEM package in the new-car configurator. 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