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Electrifying sound

Audi sound engineers Rudolf Halbmeir and Stephan Gsell developed the Audi e-tron® GT quattro® model’s sound. Here’s a peek behind the scenes to explore the creative process, sources of inspiration, and challenges.

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Soundwave e-Sound

“A car’s sound is a lot like music. Along with a thematic tune, it needs a kind of hook.

Rudolf Halbmeir

Audi sound engineer Rudolf Halbmeir

Sound engineer Rudolf Halbmeir has spent about 20 years ensuring Audi models are wonderfully sonorous.

Sound engineer Rudolf Halbmeir has spent about 20 years ensuring Audi models are wonderfully sonorous.

“Thanks to the algorithm that variously mixes and weighs individual tones, our sound is always being created afresh.

Stephan Gsell

Audi sound engineer Stephan Gsell

At Audi, Stephan Gsell is also in charge of rounding out the driving experience with the best possible sonic experience.

At Audi, Stephan Gsell is also in charge of rounding out the driving experience with the best possible sonic experience.

Components of the exterior sound

The Audi e-tron GT model’s exterior sound— 1./2. Exterior speakers 3. Drive control unit 4. Exterior sound control unit Audi e-tron GT quattro.

Components of the interior sound

The Audi e-tron GT model’s interior sound— 1./2. Interior speakers 3. Drive control unit 4. Interior sound control unit.

The Audi e-tron GT model’s exterior sound— 1./2. Exterior speakers 3. Drive control unit 4. Exterior sound control unit Audi e-tron GT quattro.

The Audi e-tron GT model’s interior sound— 1./2. Interior speakers 3. Drive control unit 4. Interior sound control unit.

Front view of the Audi e-tron GT quattro.

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In addition to its spellbinding sound, the Audi e-tron GT is packed with lots of other highlights. Learn more about its progressive design and powerful dynamics.
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