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2006 Ford GT
System Score: 7.0
Components: The base stereo in the GT is a Rockford Fosgate system with a single-CD player. It has only two speakers but those are Rockford Fosgate as well. There is an optional McIntosh Audiophile system available but our car did not have that option. We actually prefer the standard stereo as the upgraded stereo adds a subwoofer that partially blocks the view of the engine, which is situated right behind the cockpit. Also, the McIntosh stereo adds $4,000 to the price of the Ford GT.
Performance: We didn't have high expectations for this stereo as it only has two speakers. However, the Rockford Fosgate system sounds quite good and offers a much richer sound than we initially expected.
There's not much bass, but what there is sounds strong and well controlled. It doesn't thump but neither does it sound hollow as many systems without a subwoofer can. The highs are clear and the midrange sounds good as well, but don't expect too much in the way of separation. While listening to most types of music, all the different instruments and vocals tend to run together.
Ergonomically this stereo leaves much to be desired. The head unit is a far reach from the driver seat and the buttons don't always make sense. It took several of our editors to finally figure out that you have to hold the "CD POWER " button down for a good 3 or 4 seconds before it turns on the unit.
This isn't a great stereo, but considering the car it's in we think most buyers can live without the $4,000 optional system. Oh, and as a side note; the Ford GT's base stereo sounds much better than the one that comes with the Ferrari F430.
Best Feature: Surprisingly good sound quality.
Worst Feature: Awkward controls.
Conclusion: With 550 hp at your disposal and a supercharger staring back at you through the rearview mirror, we think it'll be a good year before you even reach for the stereo. — Brian Moody
2006 Ford GT
System Score: 7.0
Components: The base stereo in the GT is a Rockford Fosgate system with a single-CD player. It has only two speakers but those are Rockford Fosgate as well. There is an optional McIntosh Audiophile system available but our car did not have that option. We actually prefer the standard stereo as the upgraded stereo adds a subwoofer that partially blocks the view of the engine, which is situated right behind the cockpit. Also, the McIntosh stereo adds $4,000 to the price of the Ford GT.
Performance: We didn't have high expectations for this stereo as it only has two speakers. However, the Rockford Fosgate system sounds quite good and offers a much richer sound than we initially expected.
There's not much bass, but what there is sounds strong and well controlled. It doesn't thump but neither does it sound hollow as many systems without a subwoofer can. The highs are clear and the midrange sounds good as well, but don't expect too much in the way of separation. While listening to most types of music, all the different instruments and vocals tend to run together.
Ergonomically this stereo leaves much to be desired. The head unit is a far reach from the driver seat and the buttons don't always make sense. It took several of our editors to finally figure out that you have to hold the "CD POWER " button down for a good 3 or 4 seconds before it turns on the unit.
This isn't a great stereo, but considering the car it's in we think most buyers can live without the $4,000 optional system. Oh, and as a side note; the Ford GT's base stereo sounds much better than the one that comes with the Ferrari F430.
Best Feature: Surprisingly good sound quality.
Worst Feature: Awkward controls.
Conclusion: With 550 hp at your disposal and a supercharger staring back at you through the rearview mirror, we think it'll be a good year before you even reach for the stereo. — Brian Moody
