Better Audio.
Any McLaren.
You can't change the factory stereo in a McLaren. That doesn't mean you can't improve the sound. New speakers, a hidden subwoofer, and a DSP amplifier give you complete control over how the system sounds — tuned specifically for your car and the music you actually listen to. Better doesn't have to mean louder. But louder is still an option. Factory look. No holes cut. Everything reversible.
Artura, 750S, GT/GTS
The current McLaren lineup — the Artura as the V6 hybrid, the 750S as the pure V8 flagship replacing the 720S, and the GT and GTS as the grand touring models. Meridian is the premium audio option across this range. Factory or Meridian, the DSP upgrade path is the same and the results are significant.
720S, 675LT, 650S, 570S, 570GT, 600LT
The previous Sports and Super Series — the 720S, 675LT, 650S, 570S, 570GT, and 600LT. All are now common on the NZ used market and fully upgradeable. The 570GT was designed with grand touring comfort in mind, which makes audio quality a genuine consideration for how the car is used. All respond very well to DSP amplification and speaker upgrades.
P1, Senna & earlier
The Ultimate Series and earlier models — the P1, Senna, and the MP4-12C that started the modern McLaren era. These are rare cars in New Zealand and we know them well. The P1 and Senna present unique installation challenges given their construction, but both are fully upgradeable. Contact us to discuss what's involved for your specific car.
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- Slim compact hidden subwoofer
- High-fidelity tweeter and crossover upgrade
- Sound deadening — doors
- Power kit, cables and minor parts
- Installation and calibration
System One adds bass and tweeter performance to the factory system — without touching the head unit or changing anything visible. A slim, compact subwoofer hidden under a seat or in the front compartment fills in the low frequencies the factory speakers simply can't produce. A high-fidelity tweeter upgrade lifts the sound up to ear level — adding width, separation, and the upper frequency detail that the factory tweeters compromise. Sound deadening in the doors firms up the panels and reduces the acoustic loss that robs the system of presence. The factory stereo stays in place. Nothing is visible. Everything sounds better.
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Power &
Control.
Precision behind everything installed.
Tailored quote — contact us- Slim compact hidden subwoofer
- Door speaker and tweeter upgrade
- 3-channel amplifier
- Sound deadening — doors
- Cables, parts and minor components
- Installation and calibration
System Two adds a full front speaker upgrade and a 3-channel amplifier, giving the system proper power and proper drivers for the first time. New door speakers and tweeters replace the factory front drivers — units selected specifically for the McLaren's cabin size and acoustic characteristics. A 3-channel amplifier drives the speakers and subwoofer with clean, controlled power. Sound deadening reduces acoustic loss in the door panels. The result is a system with real presence, real clarity, and real bass — all hidden, all reversible, all controlled by you.
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Ultimate
Refinement.
Where car and song become one.
Tailored quote — contact us- Multichannel DSP processor amplifier
- High-end component speaker and tweeter set
- 3-channel micro amplifier
- Slim compact hidden subwoofer
- Sound deadening — doors
- Power kit, cables and minor parts
- Installation and calibration by ear
The complete build. Every element of the McLaren's audio system — speakers, subwoofer, amplification, and signal processing — addressed and calibrated for the specific car and owner. A multichannel DSP processor amplifier takes full control of the signal chain. Think of it as a 30-band EQ for every individual speaker and tweeter in the system — correcting timing, phase, and frequency response independently for each driver, and cleaning the signal from the factory head unit before it reaches anything. High-end component speakers and tweeters replace the factory drivers. The subwoofer is compact, hidden, and tuned to add presence without excess. Tuned by ear. Invisible. This is where the McLaren 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 really upgrade the audio in a McLaren?
Yes. We work across the full McLaren range — current models including the Artura, 750S, GT, and GTS, recent models including the 720S, 675LT, 650S, 570S, 570GT, and 600LT, and Ultimate Series cars including the P1 and Senna. Every model is upgradeable. Contact us to discuss the specifics for your car.
How much does a McLaren audio upgrade cost in New Zealand?
Pricing depends on the model and system level. Contact us for a quote specific to your McLaren.
My McLaren has the Meridian system — is it worth upgrading?
Yes. The Meridian hardware is a genuine step up from the base system, but it's tuned for the average listener — not for you or your specific car. A DSP processor gives us independent control over every speaker and tweeter in the system, which transforms what the Meridian hardware is actually capable of delivering.
Where does the subwoofer go in a McLaren?
Compact and hidden — typically under a seat, underfloor, or in the front storage compartment depending on the model. Nothing is visible and nothing is permanent. We've worked across the full range and know the best placement options for each model.
Will it affect my McLaren'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 McLaren dealer if you're within the warranty period.
Does the upgrade work with the factory head unit?
Yes — that's exactly how it works. The DSP processor takes the signal from the factory head unit and optimises it before it reaches the speakers. You keep full use of all factory controls, CarPlay, and the factory interface. The processor works with the head unit, not around it.
How long does a McLaren audio upgrade take?
System One is typically a one-day installation. System Two usually takes one to two days. System Three with full DSP calibration by ear is generally two days depending on the model.
Can you add radar or laser protection to a McLaren?
Yes — radar and laser detection packages are available as an addition to any system. GPS tracking for theft and carjack protection is also available. Contact us to discuss the options for your car.
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We handle everything from first listen to final calibration.