Better Audio.
Any Ferrari.
You didn't buy a Ferrari because it had the best stereo. But you're spending serious time in that cabin — and the audio should be worthy of the car around it. Whether your Ferrari left the factory with the standard system or the premium upgrade, we can make it significantly better. Every model. Every year.
12Cilindri, 296 GTB/GTS, Purosangue
The Ferrari 12Cilindri and 12Cilindri Spider as the flagship V12 grand tourer, the 296 GTB and GTS as the mid-engine V6 hybrid line, and the Purosangue as Ferrari's four-door SUV. Standard or Burmester premium audio option from factory, the upgrade path is the same — more control, more presence, tuned to your ears.
Roma, 458, 488, California T, F430, 430 Scuderia
The F430 through to the 488 generation — the era where JBL Professional and Bose were the factory audio options depending on year and spec. The 458 and 488 are arguably the most popular Ferraris on NZ roads right now. All benefit significantly from a proper subwoofer and DSP control, and the earlier Bose systems are particularly rewarding to work with.
360, 348, Testarossa, 328 & earlier
The 360 Modena and Spider, 348, Testarossa, 328, and earlier models — some of the most rewarding builds we do. The cabins are focused and relatively quiet for performance cars of their era, which means the audio improvement is even more noticeable than on modern Ferraris. These models don't have the factory complexity of newer signal chains, which gives us complete freedom in how the system is designed and built.
Three Ways to Upgrade
Each stage builds on the last — or stands alone
More Music.
Less Road.
The sound fills in. The outside world fades out.
Contact us for a quote- Compact underseat or underfloor subwoofer
- Hi-fidelity tweeter and crossover set
- Sound deadening inside doors
- Power kit, cables and minor parts
- Installation and calibration
Many standard-spec Ferraris left the factory without proper tweeters — or with tweeters so modest they make little difference. System One addresses this directly. A hi-fidelity tweeter and crossover set brings the top end of the frequency range to life — vocals, strings, the detail in recorded music that the factory system simply can't reproduce. Paired with a compact subwoofer, the full frequency range is covered for the first time. Sound deadening inside the doors reduces the road and mechanical noise that competes with the music in a car this performance-focused. The result is immediately noticeable — and completely invisible.
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Power &
Control.
Precision behind everything installed.
Tailored quote — contact us- Compact underfloor subwoofer or custom behind-seat enclosure
- Hi-fidelity tweeter and crossover set
- Multichannel DSP amplifier with app control
- Full individual speaker timing, phase and EQ calibration
- Sound deadening inside doors
- Power kit, cables and minor parts
- Installation and calibration
System Two builds on the tweeter and subwoofer foundation with a multichannel DSP amplifier that takes control of every speaker in the vehicle. The factory speakers — even with the premium JBL or Burmester upgrade — are limited by the factory signal chain. The DSP corrects timing, phase, and equalisation independently for each driver, giving us precise control over how the system sounds. The subwoofer at this level can be a compact underfloor unit or a custom enclosure built behind the seat, depending on the model and the owner's preference. This is where the system stops sounding like a car stereo and starts sounding like a listening room.
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Ultimate
Refinement.
Where car and song become one.
Tailored quote — contact us- Custom subwoofer enclosure — model specific
- Component speaker upgrade — front (and rear where applicable)
- Hi-fidelity tweeter and crossover set
- Multichannel DSP amplifier with app control
- Full individual speaker timing, phase and EQ calibration
- Sound deadening inside doors
- Power kit, cables and minor parts
- Installation and calibration by ear
The complete build. Every element of the audio system is addressed — speakers, subwoofer, amplification, and acoustic treatment — selected and calibrated specifically for the vehicle and the owner. Component speakers replace the factory drivers front and rear where applicable. The subwoofer enclosure is custom-fabricated to the Ferrari's interior contours. The DSP is tuned by ear over multiple listening sessions until the system is exactly right. Speaker options range from high-value component sets through to reference-grade drivers in Kevlar, silk, or carbon fibre. No visible changes to the interior. Nothing that can't be reversed. This is where the Ferrari becomes the listening experience it was always capable of being.
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Rapid Radio has been installing and calibrating car audio systems in Auckland for over two decades. We work across the full spectrum — from everyday EVs through to Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, and Tesla — with every build calibrated by ear to the vehicle and the owner. No compromise installs. Factory-clean finish. Every time.
No two builds are the same — and that's the point.
Because the DSP is the engine of every upgrade, the hardware around it is entirely flexible. Entry-level speaker sets will sound dramatically better than the factory system — and world-class reference components will do things the factory engineers never imagined. We work across the full range, from practical upgrades to reference builds, and every system is calibrated by ear before you leave.
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Upgrade Packages
Can you upgrade the audio in any Ferrari?
Yes. We work across the full Ferrari range — current models including the Roma, SF90, 296, 812, and F8 Tributo, through to recent classics like the 458, 488, California Turbo, and F430, and GT models including the Purosangue, FF, 612 Scaglietti, and 599 GTB. Every model and every factory audio configuration is upgradeable.
How much does a Ferrari audio upgrade cost in New Zealand?
System One starts from under $2,000. System Two and Three pricing depends on the model, factory audio configuration, and component choices. Contact us for a quote specific to your Ferrari.
My Ferrari has the Burmester system — is it worth upgrading?
Yes. The Burmester hardware is genuinely good. The factory tuning is not — it's configured for the average listener, not for you or your specific car. A DSP amplifier gives us individual control over every speaker in the system, which transforms what the Burmester hardware is actually capable of delivering.
My Ferrari has the standard audio without the premium upgrade — what's missing?
Typically a subwoofer, proper tweeters, and any real low-end presence. Standard-spec Ferraris often have modest or absent tweeters, which means the upper frequency range — vocals, strings, detail — is significantly compromised. System One addresses this directly and makes an immediate, audible difference.
Placement depends on the model. Most Ferraris accommodate a compact underfloor subwoofer without any visible change to the interior. For System Three custom builds, we fabricate an enclosure specifically designed for the model's interior contours — behind the seat or in the frunk depending on what's available. We've worked across the full range and know the options for each model.
Where does the subwoofer go in a Ferrari?
Will the upgrade affect my Ferrari's warranty?
In most cases, no. All installations are fully reversible — no cutting, no permanent modifications, everything can be returned to factory condition. We recommend confirming with your Ferrari dealer, but our installation method is specifically designed to preserve your vehicle's warranty position.
How long does a Ferrari audio upgrade take?
System One is typically a one-day installation. System Two usually requires two days. System Three with custom fabrication and final calibration by ear may take two to three days depending on the model and complexity. We confirm timing when you book.
Do you have experience with older Ferrari models like the Testarossa or 328?
Yes. Older Ferraris are some of the most rewarding builds we do — the cabins are quieter and more focused than modern performance cars, which means the audio improvement is even more noticeable. We've worked on everything from the Testarossa and 328 through to current production models.
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We handle everything from first listen to final calibration.