In-car audio is one of the most important creature comforts and hallmarks of luxury in a vehicle. Throughout the industry, systems created in collaboration with some of the world’s most reputable audio brands offer an elevated sound experience for drivers, and in the ultra-luxury arena, the attention to detail and painstaking effort in creating superior audio go even further.
For Bentley, an indisputably legendary ultra-luxury automotive manufacturer, Naim has been a partner in high-end audio for over 15 years, and for the newest cohort of Bentley models, a new pinnacle audio system has been created between the two brands, called Naim for Mulliner. Originally created for the few-off Bentley Mulliner Batur, the knowledge gained from creating that Naim for Mulliner system has now become available for Bentley’s series production lineup through a new Naim for Mulliner system, and a new collection of cars created around it, the Virtuoso Collection.
Developed with Dolby Atmos technology, the system is designed to deliver sound in a multi-dimensional space with incredible clarity and depth, putting the listener “inside the music.” Eighteen speakers comprise the system, as well as two upgraded drivers, and the advanced hardware unlocks the ability for Bentley to utilize Fraunhofer Symphoria, a rendering technology that helps create a gorgeously realistic surround sound experience.
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Meanwhile, the system also integrates Dinamica inserts within the door panels to absorb vibrations and maintain the purity of the driving experience, and the bespoke speaker grilles used in the new Naim for Mulliner system are revised to increase sound transparency by 26 percent.
The new Virtuoso Collection from Mulliner features cars built around the majesty of the new Naim for Mulliner audio system, and as such, the vehicles feature details inspired by musical craftsmanship. Champagne Gold detailing can be seen throughout the configurations inside and out, including on the badges, treadplates, exhaust tips, and more. Special embroidery and a custom animated welcome lamp are just some of the details that help set the collection apart. Design elements like the use of Dinamica and thick Mulliner overmats are also aimed at improving the audio experience, and the three available curated themes for the vehicle, Soprano, Tenor, and Bass, are inspired by music, as well.
Soprano features leather upholstery in Linen and Gravity Grey, Dinamica in Portland, and Open Pore Crown Cut Walnut veneers. Tenor’s leathers are in the colors Stratos and Brunel, with Ceramic Glaze Dinamica fabric and Gravity Grey piano-finish veneers. Bass has leather in Gravity Grey and Beluga, with Beluga Dinamica and Open Pore Black Crown Cut Walnut veneers. In addition to the curated themes, customers can also opt for Mulliner co-creation to make their Virtuoso Collection car a personally individualized example. Available for the Bentley Continental GT/GTC and Bentayga, the Virtuoso Collection is set to be introduced for the Flying Spur sedan later this year, combining incredible ultra-luxury audio with a vehicle designed around its excellence.
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