
The audio brand of is Mark Levinson. Car audio systems are installed to alleviate the monotony of travel for drivers and passengers. Initially, car radios used AM broadcasting, later evolving to AM/FM radios, cassette players, and further developing into CD players and digital audio systems compatible with DCC and DAT. Taking the 2020 Lexus as an example, it belongs to the mid-size SUV category, with body dimensions of 4640mm in length, 1845mm in width, and 1645mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2660mm. The front suspension of the Lexus is a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension is a double-wishbone independent suspension, with a unibody structure.

I recently test drove the new , where the salesperson professionally introduced their audio system. Lexus uses the Mark Levinson sound system, which is particularly renowned in the high-end audio circle. I specifically listened to various genres of music in the car - the details of saxophones in jazz were exceptionally clear, vocals were incredibly lifelike, and even the breathing sounds were audible. The speaker placement in the doors and rear seats is meticulously designed, creating an exceptionally uniform sound field throughout the cabin. I heard this partnership has lasted over twenty years, with engineers adjusting speaker layouts for different models - for instance, SUVs get more bass units than sedans. To experience the full effect, remember to use lossless audio sources; playing FLAC format songs via USB or CarPlay from your phone works best.

I remember last year when I accompanied a friend to pick up his ES, the first thing we did after getting in the car was to test the audio system. The Mark Levinson sound system in this car truly amazed me. At the time, we played the Eagles' 'Hotel California,' and the guitar intro felt like it was being played right next to my ears. The salesperson mentioned that this brand exclusively supplies Lexus, with each system individually calibrated in a U.S. laboratory. The central control system offers three preset modes, and when switched to the 'live' mode, you could even discern the direction of the audience's applause. My friend now often receives compliments from clients about the excellent sound system when driving them around. It's clear that more thought was put into this compared to standard car audio systems—even the spare tire compartment houses a hidden subwoofer.

My relative's newly purchased UX has surprisingly impressive audio for its compact size. The Mark Levinson logo on the center console caught my attention - research revealed it's a professional audio brand. The most practical feature is the steering wheel controls that can directly adjust bass levels, which I use to reduce vibration when kids watch cartoons in the backseat. Here's an interesting fact: manufacturers design unique sound compensation schemes for each model - sports coupes get enhanced treble to prevent engine noise from interfering with music. Though it has fewer speakers than flagship models, even daily radio playback sounds noticeably more refined than ordinary cars.


