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How to Unlock the Subwoofer Menu on Audi e-tron GE (MIB3)

Your Audi e-tron GE is one of the quietest vehicles on the road — which makes your sound system matter more than ever. The MIB3 system has a hidden Subwoofer slider that gives you dedicated control over the low end. Here is how to unlock it.

Activation Price: €50One-time • Permanent • VIN-verified

What Gets Unlocked?

The e-tron GE's electric drivetrain means virtually zero engine noise at any speed. This changes the audio experience fundamentally — every detail of your music is more audible, including the subwoofer.

After activation, your e-tron gains a Subwoofer slider in the MMI Sound settings:

  • Critical for an EV — without engine noise masking the low end, subwoofer levels that feel balanced in a combustion car can feel overpowering or underwhelming in an EV
  • Independent control from the Bass slider — fine-tune the subwoofer specifically
  • Speed-sensitive relevance — at low speeds the e-tron is nearly silent, making precise subwoofer control more important than in any other Audi

Compatibility

Audi e-tron GE models from 2021 to 2023 with:

  • MIB3 Navigation System
  • Audi Sound System (PR-9VD) — 10-speaker configuration
  • e-tron and e-tron Sportback variants
  • Both 50 and 55 quattro included

Not applicable with Bang & Olufsen or Bose sound systems.

Submit your VIN to verify your e-tron's configuration.

Requirements & Pricing

What you need: Windows PC + ENet cable, or iPhone 15/16/17 + USB-C to LAN adapter + ENet cable.

Price: €50 — one-time, permanent, VIN-verified activation.

How the Activation Is Performed

Subwoofer Menu — Activated on Audi — using the RetroLab Pro iOS App

Ready to activate?

Submit your VIN and we will verify compatibility for your vehicle. No payment until we confirm it works.